The Point of Life
It's not a point so much as a perfect circle.58 total reviews
Comment from LisaMay
A point, a perfect circle, a continuous arc?
Your philosophy on life is a mirror of mine... except for the gap where I don't have children. Nice that we can revert to playtime again in our Golden Years.
I have noticed something strange... I have got myself as one of your 'followers' but I am not getting notified when you post something... I only noticed this poem by random grazing. I will have to check and re-follow you perhaps.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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A point, a perfect circle, a continuous arc?
Your philosophy on life is a mirror of mine... except for the gap where I don't have children. Nice that we can revert to playtime again in our Golden Years.
I have noticed something strange... I have got myself as one of your 'followers' but I am not getting notified when you post something... I only noticed this poem by random grazing. I will have to check and re-follow you perhaps.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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That could be because it's a blind contest entry? I'm still figuring my way around this site.
And why am I not surprised that our philosophies are the same?
Comment from RGstar
I am glad the golden age brings forth positive, and once again the goal posts move. I often wonder where my train of thoughts will take me...so glad to see where yours are derived, and where they gather still.
Well done.
My best wishes.
Have a great day.
RGstar
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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I am glad the golden age brings forth positive, and once again the goal posts move. I often wonder where my train of thoughts will take me...so glad to see where yours are derived, and where they gather still.
Well done.
My best wishes.
Have a great day.
RGstar
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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My mentor taught me this, and it's the best advice I ever received in my entire life: Always choose joy. It made all the difference for me.
Thank you for this very nice review. I truly appreciate it.
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello Author about how you found a new felling of life in three stages,
from youth, then adult hood and God Bless us to find comfort and joy with the ones we Love
I wish you the very best in this contest.
Gert
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Hello Author about how you found a new felling of life in three stages,
from youth, then adult hood and God Bless us to find comfort and joy with the ones we Love
I wish you the very best in this contest.
Gert
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Thank you, Gert. I always choose to find joy. It makes every day easy and fun.
Comment from Mastery
This is probably the greatest story of all second only to the coming of Christ and his life and death. It is what was given to each of us with the hope that we will make the best of our lives. Good poetry explaining this in brief detail. Bless you, author. Good job. Bob
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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This is probably the greatest story of all second only to the coming of Christ and his life and death. It is what was given to each of us with the hope that we will make the best of our lives. Good poetry explaining this in brief detail. Bless you, author. Good job. Bob
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Thank you, Mastery. I credit the person who was has been my mentor/mom-substitute for the past many decades. She taught me this mantra (plus she lives it, herself): Always choose joy. And I do, and Life is so much easier that way.
I really appreciate your kind, encouraging review. It means the world to me.
Comment from QC Poet
Beautiful circle of life poem, hopefully we'll leave it a better place to enjoy than when we came into it. Great reading Thank you for Sharing your Gifts and insight,
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Beautiful circle of life poem, hopefully we'll leave it a better place to enjoy than when we came into it. Great reading Thank you for Sharing your Gifts and insight,
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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It's all about attitude, right, gmartinez? It seems to me as if you wrote the book on that concept! So thank you for saying you see it in this poem. That means a lot to me.
Comment from Connie Frazier
I love the circle you have laid out here. It has a very hopeful tone. Your stanzas are well-constructed and your rhymes work well together. It's a very pleasant read. I enjoyed this very much.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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I love the circle you have laid out here. It has a very hopeful tone. Your stanzas are well-constructed and your rhymes work well together. It's a very pleasant read. I enjoyed this very much.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Thank you, Connie. And I loved reading this review. It was specific in a way that helps me know what "worked" for you, the reader, and that's how I can continue to write successfully. I appreciate the thought and time that went into what you wrote.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Our journey in life is filled with joyous moments and every day is precious and should never be wasted, I look back and you have here and I agree that we must laugh and play with those we love, life is for living, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Our journey in life is filled with joyous moments and every day is precious and should never be wasted, I look back and you have here and I agree that we must laugh and play with those we love, life is for living, love Dolly x
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Thank you, Dolly, for your kind words and positive reinforcement. I appreciate them very much.
Comment from nomi338
Sounds very much like a cycle, where you go through certain things and if you perhaps do things correctly, you wind up back at the point from which you started. Older, wiser and so much more appreciative of both the things you have learned and the things you have achieved.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Sounds very much like a cycle, where you go through certain things and if you perhaps do things correctly, you wind up back at the point from which you started. Older, wiser and so much more appreciative of both the things you have learned and the things you have achieved.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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A friend of mine taught me decades ago to "always choose joy," so that is what I do. And she was so right because it makes life a lot easier and more fulfilling that way.
Thank you for the time and thought that went into your really nice review. It made me feel very good as I read it, and I appreciate that.
Comment from Ross E Silke
Wonderful!! I really like the rhythm and beat of this poem. It flows so smoothly and freely. Each stanza tells of a different idea to work the poem together into a masterpiece! You've painted the human life cycle well here and so poetically in structure, rhythm, and overall presentation. Great colour choices!! Personally, I still think I'm in the first stage, the stanza, in the 'youth' stage still into my thirties, lol. I don't think I ever got past stage one in my generation, so in ways I have a hard time relating to the poem as I've never married or had kids, just achievement bound still trying to find my career and way. In my generation everything seems delayed compared to this poem, where the older generation would relate more. Otherwise, I'd give this poem a six. I still have such trouble relating to the older generation. Life must start around forty for us younger generations? I guess things are just a lot harder, maybe? I really enjoyed reading this!! It reads out very well!
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Wonderful!! I really like the rhythm and beat of this poem. It flows so smoothly and freely. Each stanza tells of a different idea to work the poem together into a masterpiece! You've painted the human life cycle well here and so poetically in structure, rhythm, and overall presentation. Great colour choices!! Personally, I still think I'm in the first stage, the stanza, in the 'youth' stage still into my thirties, lol. I don't think I ever got past stage one in my generation, so in ways I have a hard time relating to the poem as I've never married or had kids, just achievement bound still trying to find my career and way. In my generation everything seems delayed compared to this poem, where the older generation would relate more. Otherwise, I'd give this poem a six. I still have such trouble relating to the older generation. Life must start around forty for us younger generations? I guess things are just a lot harder, maybe? I really enjoyed reading this!! It reads out very well!
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Thank you, you young whippersnapper!!
You put so much thought and consideration into this review, which helps me immensely.
The older generation didn't need to be as educated in order to be well-employed as your generation does, Ross. I think that' s the biggest factor in why your contemporaries are arriving at milestones later. And really, are they any worse for wear as a result? I think not. So, enjoy your present life, and don't worry about a time line. Things fall into place when they're meant to.
Comment from Miss Sherry
Very nice poetry. I wish you good luck in the competition. You have set how just how life goes. The sweetest is the last. Enjoying the last years of our lives. Do not sit idle, being sad...laugh and enjoy the time you have. Very good offering!
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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Very nice poetry. I wish you good luck in the competition. You have set how just how life goes. The sweetest is the last. Enjoying the last years of our lives. Do not sit idle, being sad...laugh and enjoy the time you have. Very good offering!
Comment Written 27-Feb-2019
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2019
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It's so true, Miss Sherry. A friend and mentor told me the following years ago: Always choose joy. And it made all the difference in my life.
Thank you for your lovely words and the well-wishes for the contest.
