Transparent Friends
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Comment from poetsteve15
That was deep Sir. I've been lost on what write about for while now. But, I still know good from bad that was very good. I hope your friend does find her a new home soon. GBYB
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2019
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That was deep Sir. I've been lost on what write about for while now. But, I still know good from bad that was very good. I hope your friend does find her a new home soon. GBYB
Comment Written 22-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your sincere compassion for my friend 'Lisa'. You have made my day with these six stars. I am happy you saw the depth in my poem and thought it was very good. I hope you find something to write about soon. Your ability to see depth will help you find your muse. Have a great day.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from lyenochka
Oh, what a heart-wrenching situation. To have "360 friends" who don't really know you or have real concern for you. That kind of superficiality is more painful than losing friends. You posed a really believable situation that happens too often these days.
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2019
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Oh, what a heart-wrenching situation. To have "360 friends" who don't really know you or have real concern for you. That kind of superficiality is more painful than losing friends. You posed a really believable situation that happens too often these days.
Comment Written 19-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your meaningful comments. 'Friends' being superficial can very well be more painful than losing friends. You make a good point. Thank you for your vote of believability with my piece. I appreciate your review and thank you for caring.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from DonandVicki
It is true that Facebook and many other social media like Instagram create their own universe, reality. We can post what we want others to see. We can create a whole new person . some truth... some untruths.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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It is true that Facebook and many other social media like Instagram create their own universe, reality. We can post what we want others to see. We can create a whole new person . some truth... some untruths.
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Yes, like all things, there can be beneficial reasons and detrimental reasons, as well. Thank you for your insights into what makes social media tick. Thank you for the kindness of your review, also. Have a nice upcoming week ahead.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from C. Gale Burnett
Jesse, I had to come look at some of your work. The depth of your poetry and your insightfulness into life is amazing. You are in-tune to the world around you, you observe, you care, you write.
I love the message in this poem. Such wise words, telling the reality of so much of this 'social media' era.
Your poem flowed extremely well, from beginning to end. I really loved the 3rd stanza but, as I re-read several times, all the stanzas hold significant importance.
This is truly exceptional. A subject I am sensitive to because my grandchildren stay glued to these social sites. So unhealthy.
Thank you for sharing!
Gale
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Jesse, I had to come look at some of your work. The depth of your poetry and your insightfulness into life is amazing. You are in-tune to the world around you, you observe, you care, you write.
I love the message in this poem. Such wise words, telling the reality of so much of this 'social media' era.
Your poem flowed extremely well, from beginning to end. I really loved the 3rd stanza but, as I re-read several times, all the stanzas hold significant importance.
This is truly exceptional. A subject I am sensitive to because my grandchildren stay glued to these social sites. So unhealthy.
Thank you for sharing!
Gale
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Whoa! You have entered my life at such a good time. I was feeling down, for no particular reason, and you brought sunshine into my life again. I feel the warmth of your reaction and response to my work. Thank you so much for this excellent review, and wonderful sixth star.
I wish I had a nomination vote to give you, but alas, mine are all gone. You covered the meaning, and the particulars of my poem, so well. Thank you for choosing a favorite stanza. That helps to know what reaches the reader. I agree. Too much time with social media sites is unhealthy. Especially for the impressionable young.
Thank you, Gale. I hope you are having a great Sunday.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are very meaningful, heartfelt and thought provoking.
I choose not to be on Facebook for some of reasons you mentioned and more. I like that this poem could possibly make others aware of the
things Facebook is not. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork
is calming - I liked the message in this poem.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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The author's words are very meaningful, heartfelt and thought provoking.
I choose not to be on Facebook for some of reasons you mentioned and more. I like that this poem could possibly make others aware of the
things Facebook is not. The poem flows and connects well. The artwork
is calming - I liked the message in this poem.
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Wow. Thank you for this excellent review. You get to the heart of the matter and touch on important ideas, such as making others aware of the pitfalls, of Facebook, and most other social media sites. Your comments about the poem itself, are very welcomed. I am glad you liked the message and thought the artwork was calming. Have a good upcoming week.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from PteGIJane
Excellent philosophical examination of the reality of face book especially to a homeless person in need Face book is shallow indeed.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Excellent philosophical examination of the reality of face book especially to a homeless person in need Face book is shallow indeed.
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your insights and sympathy. Your kind word is appreciated. Have a great Sunday.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from catch22
Hi Jesse, this is a thoughtful poem about the double lives many of the most disenfranchised people of the US can live, especially in the younger generations. Social media doesn't help the situation because it hides a lot of these issues. Thought provoking write.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Hi Jesse, this is a thoughtful poem about the double lives many of the most disenfranchised people of the US can live, especially in the younger generations. Social media doesn't help the situation because it hides a lot of these issues. Thought provoking write.
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your analysis, of the double lives, many choose to use on Facebook, to impress their 'friends'. Many hide what is really going on in their lives. This is true of all social media sites. I am glad you found this piece thought-provoking. Have a great upcoming week.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from evesayshi
In my opinion, yes indeed, "something to think about," a stunning write, bringing much needed attention to the plight of the displaced of our society and those who are always just a step away from the same predicament. Yours is a resonant voice, and it is my hope it will echo far and wide. Thank you for sharing...
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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In my opinion, yes indeed, "something to think about," a stunning write, bringing much needed attention to the plight of the displaced of our society and those who are always just a step away from the same predicament. Yours is a resonant voice, and it is my hope it will echo far and wide. Thank you for sharing...
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your kindness and insightful comments. I agree that many are one step away from being displaced and homeless. Thank you for your wish and hope, that this poem will spread outwards, echoing 'far and wide'. It is my hope, also. I appreciate, very much, your gift of an exceptional rating, in the form of six stars. Thank you for caring.
Take care, Jesse
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You are very welcome indeed, James - this work defines an important issue, one with which I am personally familiar and can therefore appreciate more deeply.
I care very much...Eve
Comment from Dutchie
So sad, but true. Real friends you do not find on Facebook. Personal contacts are rare nowadays. Real friends you can count on one hand.
When you are homeless it's so hard to make friends, people hardly talk to
homeless people. And when you disappear from Facebook there's nobody that will miss you, because you are a transparent friend. Great write!!!
Fia
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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So sad, but true. Real friends you do not find on Facebook. Personal contacts are rare nowadays. Real friends you can count on one hand.
When you are homeless it's so hard to make friends, people hardly talk to
homeless people. And when you disappear from Facebook there's nobody that will miss you, because you are a transparent friend. Great write!!!
Fia
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you for making so many good points about real friends, Facebook, and the homeless. You are spot on. Thank you for your kind words and insightful comments. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Benny Beeharry
Hi sorry I was wondering if you meant That Lisa had to vacate her house or body. I am not sure.
Still media has no soul not feeling. You are there as long as you are are there writing to feed the big bosses who are themselves. I once joined the Facebook, but never went back to it. Do not bank on them. People can only give you a few drops of friendship, but as you say they do not even notice you stopped.
Take care.
Benny
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Hi sorry I was wondering if you meant That Lisa had to vacate her house or body. I am not sure.
Still media has no soul not feeling. You are there as long as you are are there writing to feed the big bosses who are themselves. I once joined the Facebook, but never went back to it. Do not bank on them. People can only give you a few drops of friendship, but as you say they do not even notice you stopped.
Take care.
Benny
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you, Benny, for this warm review. I like your use of the phrase, "a few drops of friendship," that is so true. They are unable to give much more than that. I tried to interact on Facebook for a few weeks but, found the so-called 'friendships' shallow and superficial, so I quit. I am much happier, without paying attention, to how many 'likes' I receive. Thank you for your interesting comments. Have a nice Sunday.
Take care, Jesse
