Transparent Friends
collecting 'friends'42 total reviews
Comment from DeborahWrite
Dear Jesse, your well-written poem emotes sadness for a world I am not connected to--Facebook. However, I read about it through media. It troubles me for a person to live in a "transparent world" of "unaware" 'friends' within a virtual reality. It also troubles me for no one to know she needs their help (except the author). Your poem is outstanding and I wish I had 10 stars in my rating. Best, Deborah
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Dear Jesse, your well-written poem emotes sadness for a world I am not connected to--Facebook. However, I read about it through media. It troubles me for a person to live in a "transparent world" of "unaware" 'friends' within a virtual reality. It also troubles me for no one to know she needs their help (except the author). Your poem is outstanding and I wish I had 10 stars in my rating. Best, Deborah
Comment Written 14-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Hello Deborah
Your troubles are well-founded. Too often, people put up fronts of how they want others to see them, rather than taking the risk and becoming 'unfriended', they post on, as if nothing sad is happening, in their life. "Lisa's" false pride gets in the way of her asking for help. I am impressed with your view of my work as 'outstanding'. This is high praise, indeed. Thank you so much for the super sixth star. You have made my evening complete. Now, I will sleep soundly. Enjoy your Sunday.
Take care, Jesse
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Jesse, thank you for your positive reply. Enjoy your Sunday, too. Deborah
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I will definitely give it my best shot.
Jesse
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Comment from Janice Canerdy
I really hate what social media has done to the word "friend"! You're right. Many who associate through Facebook, etc., don't really know each other
and, therefore, cannot care the way real friends do. Your poem is very
moving, vividly describing the dire situation of Lisa.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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I really hate what social media has done to the word "friend"! You're right. Many who associate through Facebook, etc., don't really know each other
and, therefore, cannot care the way real friends do. Your poem is very
moving, vividly describing the dire situation of Lisa.
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you, Janice, for your forthright response to the horrible situation happening to "Lisa". I feel strongly too, about the pseudo-reality concept of "friend" on social media, such as Facebook. They don't usually know you enough, to call you 'friend'. Yet, people are disillusioned, into thinking that they are. I like your words to describe my work as "moving" and "vividly". Thank you for the kind words and thoughtful comments. Enjoy your Sunday.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from kahpot
How true and sad this is, the people met on these sites do not know or understand nor do they want to, as Lisa is doing they are all there to build, buy, these "Transparent" friends this is an excellent read, very well done and I hope this message gets out there****kahpot
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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How true and sad this is, the people met on these sites do not know or understand nor do they want to, as Lisa is doing they are all there to build, buy, these "Transparent" friends this is an excellent read, very well done and I hope this message gets out there****kahpot
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you for this telling and revealing review, of how it is, instead of how it could be. Social media was intended to connect people but, instead, often it alienates each of them, from who they truly are. Thank you for your kind words, and I, too, hope this message spreads outward, to reach those, who need to read it. Have a great rest of your weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from clsandau
The comments in your poem are right on! Once again people, particularly young ones are caught up in how many "likes" and "friends" they can have. They don't seem to realize many of these people are just looking for the numbers, bragging about how many friends they have. It is quite unfortunate as many things are these days. You have addressed this subject well. Thanks for sharing, Carol
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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The comments in your poem are right on! Once again people, particularly young ones are caught up in how many "likes" and "friends" they can have. They don't seem to realize many of these people are just looking for the numbers, bragging about how many friends they have. It is quite unfortunate as many things are these days. You have addressed this subject well. Thanks for sharing, Carol
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you, Carol, for your supportive, and insightful review. I agree, there are people who put pressure on themselves, to see how many 'likes' and 'friends' they can collect. To brag about, yes, but also to give themselves a false sense of security and esteem, which they can't seem to get any other way. Thank you for your kind words. Have a nice weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Y. M. Roger
A stark and cold reality, Jesse, that FAR too many (especially younger) people just don't get... :( A very great example packaged carefully in a free verse form for the day -- a great job with this one! ;) ;) It's like folks have lost the true meaning of the word 'friend' these days ... :( Message here: get out and meet people! ;) ;) Thanx for sharing, sir! ;) Yvette
*Sorry behind on reviews...just getting home from my youngest's 2-day college orientation (and of course travel time!) plus prep for same's wisdom teeth removal early Monday....can you say 'no time on computer'....LOL!
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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A stark and cold reality, Jesse, that FAR too many (especially younger) people just don't get... :( A very great example packaged carefully in a free verse form for the day -- a great job with this one! ;) ;) It's like folks have lost the true meaning of the word 'friend' these days ... :( Message here: get out and meet people! ;) ;) Thanx for sharing, sir! ;) Yvette
*Sorry behind on reviews...just getting home from my youngest's 2-day college orientation (and of course travel time!) plus prep for same's wisdom teeth removal early Monday....can you say 'no time on computer'....LOL!
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Hello Yvette,
Thank you for your thoughtful and insightful review. Your kind words are much appreciated. The true meaning of the word 'friend' has been lost since we became creatures of an online social media culture. I prefer face-to-face interactions over online so-called 'friends'. Although meeting new people is hard for me at times, it is well worth the effort. Thanks for the encouragement. Have a nice weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Boogienights
I agree 100% with what you have said in your well written poem. Real live friends that you can look at and touch can't be replaced by social media. This poem is very timely and inparts a great message.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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I agree 100% with what you have said in your well written poem. Real live friends that you can look at and touch can't be replaced by social media. This poem is very timely and inparts a great message.
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you for your encouraging review. I agree, to look at and touch people, who share the same feelings, is much better, and cannot be replaced by social media. I appreciate your kind words. I am glad this resonated with you. I hope you are enjoying the weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Janet Foor
You are "spot on" Jesse with your assessment of FaceBook friends. It certainly is something t think about. We all know people who are wrapped up in their FB friends and don't realize that they are not "friends" at all.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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You are "spot on" Jesse with your assessment of FaceBook friends. It certainly is something t think about. We all know people who are wrapped up in their FB friends and don't realize that they are not "friends" at all.
Well done
Blessings
Janet
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you very much, Janet, for your agreement with my 'take' on Facebook 'friends'. I agree many folks get entangled, with their so-called 'friends' on social media sites, not realizing these people may not be their real friends, at all. Thank you, for your kind words, as well as, your gift of a six star review. You have made this Saturday special for me. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Melanie Cox
Jesse,
This is a profound and influential write; your message, essential.
"There's no social media on the streets
when all your belongings are bound in sheets."
I love these last two lines. They perfectly bring the poem to a close while leaving the reader to digest a powerful image. Very well done.
You could not be more accurate about social media. The obsession is evident and it is not healthy. Many read posts from others and find themselves comparing their life. Often leading envy and resentment. I am unsure why people do not realise the postings are only of an individuals best experiences. It is not an accurate picture of reality. Your use of "transparent" is very well worded. Great poem, thank you.
Bless
Mel
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Jesse,
This is a profound and influential write; your message, essential.
"There's no social media on the streets
when all your belongings are bound in sheets."
I love these last two lines. They perfectly bring the poem to a close while leaving the reader to digest a powerful image. Very well done.
You could not be more accurate about social media. The obsession is evident and it is not healthy. Many read posts from others and find themselves comparing their life. Often leading envy and resentment. I am unsure why people do not realise the postings are only of an individuals best experiences. It is not an accurate picture of reality. Your use of "transparent" is very well worded. Great poem, thank you.
Bless
Mel
Comment Written 13-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you, Mel. It makes me happy to see how impactful the last two lines are, for you, and for others as well. Social media helps one create a false image, projecting themselves as something they are not. I agree, so often many compare their lives with other's, and don't realize, they, too, may be creating an image, that is not who they are in reality. I thank you for your powerful review and insightful comments. I am glad you like my use of the word "Transparent" in my title. I appreciate your kind words very much. Enjoy your weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from LateBloomer
Hello JJ, Wow. Your poem is timely and spot on. The problem with Face Book is that no one needs to talk to others anymore. Many Face Book members create/re-create their image into the person they want to be--not necessarily the person they are. Sadly, the world is filled with
many people like Lisa.
I especially liked:
Lost, themselves, they stay unaware.
(Profound)
Lovely, profound artwork choice. A pleasure to read. Keep the blue waters flowing.
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Hello JJ, Wow. Your poem is timely and spot on. The problem with Face Book is that no one needs to talk to others anymore. Many Face Book members create/re-create their image into the person they want to be--not necessarily the person they are. Sadly, the world is filled with
many people like Lisa.
I especially liked:
Lost, themselves, they stay unaware.
(Profound)
Lovely, profound artwork choice. A pleasure to read. Keep the blue waters flowing.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Thank you very much for the exceptional rating. I am glad this poem spoke to you. I've heard that the fact, that they can create their image on Facebook, is supposedly a good thing, but, like you, I see people not being true to who they are, and some phoniness creeps in. I agree that it is sad, that there are too many, like Lisa, who are disillusioned with, who their real friends are. I am happy you found the line you liked, as profound. I appreciate you liking my artwork choice. Thank you. And, thank you, again, for the special six stars. You have made my evening soar. Enjoy your upcoming weekend.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello Jesse!
Whew!
Your poem should be made into a poster to be hung in classrooms around the country!
If only young people, particularly, realized that the number of "friends" on Instagram and/or Facebook mean very little in the great scheme of life.
I was particularly moved by the following lines:
There's no social media on the streets
when all your belongings are bound in sheets.
Timely.
Realistic.
Socially aware!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Hello Jesse!
Whew!
Your poem should be made into a poster to be hung in classrooms around the country!
If only young people, particularly, realized that the number of "friends" on Instagram and/or Facebook mean very little in the great scheme of life.
I was particularly moved by the following lines:
There's no social media on the streets
when all your belongings are bound in sheets.
Timely.
Realistic.
Socially aware!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 13-Jul-2019
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Wow. Thank you, Diane, for your aware review, and wondrous six stars. I love the idea of making this into a poster for young people, to read, and become aware, of social media's limitations. I am impressed with your choice of the last two lines which moved you. They are the crux of the message. Thank you for your positive way to address this situation. Thank you for caring. Have a great weekend.
Take care, Jesse
