Busy Being Busy
a poem28 total reviews
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Nice image and
presentation, Jesse.
-I like the style of
your poem, the images,
and rhyme.
-I like how you welcome
people to do something
soothing, like listening
to the ocean, and then
give the positive effects of that.
-The concluding lines
are very good, too.
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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-Nice image and
presentation, Jesse.
-I like the style of
your poem, the images,
and rhyme.
-I like how you welcome
people to do something
soothing, like listening
to the ocean, and then
give the positive effects of that.
-The concluding lines
are very good, too.
Comment Written 30-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Thank you, Pam, for your point by point presentation of what you liked in my poem. The style, the images, the rhymes, the soothing sounds of the ocean, and the concluding lines. I feel privileged to receive such a great review. Thank you so much for this, and for the excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
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You are very welcome and deserving, Jesse. I enjoyed the poem, and the ocean makes for a great topic and poem!
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Thanks, Pam. I have always loved the ocean, and have been very fortunate to live nearby, for most of my life.
Jesse
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You are welcome, Jesse, thanks for sharing. You are fortunate to live nearby the ocean.
Comment from dragonpoet
Everyone needs rest and relaxation to be happy. Nature is a good place to find it. It is a wonderful stress reliever. Good choice of artwork
Keep writing
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Everyone needs rest and relaxation to be happy. Nature is a good place to find it. It is a wonderful stress reliever. Good choice of artwork
Keep writing
dragonpoet
Comment Written 30-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Thank you for sharing your views on stress reduction. I am glad you liked the artwork choice. Thanks for the excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
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Jesse,
You're welcome on all accounts.
Joan
Comment from lyenochka
What great advice you give us in this wise and soothing poem. You're right that many (including myself) tend to bury themselves in activity when dealing with internal strife. But it's important to connect with Nature and release in order to heal.
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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What great advice you give us in this wise and soothing poem. You're right that many (including myself) tend to bury themselves in activity when dealing with internal strife. But it's important to connect with Nature and release in order to heal.
Comment Written 30-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Thank you for the kind words, saying this is a wise and soothing poem. I like your insights into why people tend to busy themselves, (dealing with internal strife). I appreciate you relating to this issue, and knowing to connect with Nature helps to heal. Thank you for this excellent review and for the excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
You are a man after my own heart Jesse, we are all to wrapped up in doing things and don't often stop to smell the flowers, here you did and you soothed your soul, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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You are a man after my own heart Jesse, we are all to wrapped up in doing things and don't often stop to smell the flowers, here you did and you soothed your soul, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 30-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Thanks, Dolly, for relating to this issue of busying ourselves too much. I am happy you found this soothing, and enjoyed reading it as well. Thank you for this insightful review and excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written heartfelt and thought-provoking poem. Sometimes we are keeping ourselves busy with all kinds of things so that we don't have time to think about things that hurt or feel any pain.
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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A very well-written heartfelt and thought-provoking poem. Sometimes we are keeping ourselves busy with all kinds of things so that we don't have time to think about things that hurt or feel any pain.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Yes. Exactly right. That is the message between the lines of this poem. Keeping busy to avoid internal stress. Thank you for your kind comments. You hit the nail on the head with this. Thank you for your honest and insightful review and excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
"Busy Being Busy", is a well-written and deftly descriptive piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. You KEEP WRITING and I'll KEEP READING. To me, this is a six, but I've run out of them again.
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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"Busy Being Busy", is a well-written and deftly descriptive piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. You KEEP WRITING and I'll KEEP READING. To me, this is a six, but I've run out of them again.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 30-Nov-2019
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Thank you for this wonderful review. I am glad you enjoyed this, and I believe it's the thought that counts, when it comes to six stars being wished for me. Thank you so much for your kindness.
Take care, Jesse
Jesse,
As always, you're more than welcome.
God bless you, take care and a true six would have been preferably!
the Duchess :)))
Comment from Helena Frances
The soothing picture of the stream is a great accompaniment for the theme of the verse:)
I love to listen to and watch the ocean waves -- the ocean is my go-to for a soothing way to get perspective and regain serenity.
Keep writing:)
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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The soothing picture of the stream is a great accompaniment for the theme of the verse:)
I love to listen to and watch the ocean waves -- the ocean is my go-to for a soothing way to get perspective and regain serenity.
Keep writing:)
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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I am glad you like the picture that accompanies the poem. Thank you for your comments and the excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Janice Canerdy
Your well-written, thoughtful poem conveys a powerful message about the use of time. When we are busy, we should be sure that what we are
accomplishing something worthwhile. Yes, being out in nature is calming.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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Your well-written, thoughtful poem conveys a powerful message about the use of time. When we are busy, we should be sure that what we are
accomplishing something worthwhile. Yes, being out in nature is calming.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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Thank you, Janice, for your kind and insightful review. I agree, we should be doing something worthwhile, and still we should take a break every once in a while. Thank you for your excellent rating and review.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
I enjoyed your thoughtful, well-written poem, Jesse. Your lines flow smoothly with great rhymes and imagery. I could 'see' all the 'things' you mentioned. You are right. So many are focused on getting and staying ahead day after day. They become so stressed and miss the soothing feelings nature has to offer. As the saying goes, 'stop and smell the roses.' But so many make excuses of why they have to act as they do despite the problems. They could, and should, stop to distress--and being in nature is one of the best ways to do that. Time getting ahead can never be regained But time spent taking in nature will give one a feeling that all is well for just a while. S/he will be refreshed and be able to move ahead in a better frame of mind. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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I enjoyed your thoughtful, well-written poem, Jesse. Your lines flow smoothly with great rhymes and imagery. I could 'see' all the 'things' you mentioned. You are right. So many are focused on getting and staying ahead day after day. They become so stressed and miss the soothing feelings nature has to offer. As the saying goes, 'stop and smell the roses.' But so many make excuses of why they have to act as they do despite the problems. They could, and should, stop to distress--and being in nature is one of the best ways to do that. Time getting ahead can never be regained But time spent taking in nature will give one a feeling that all is well for just a while. S/he will be refreshed and be able to move ahead in a better frame of mind. Thanks for sharing. Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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Thank you, Jan, for your attention to the idea that you could 'see' the examples I mentioned in this poem. I am happy you enjoyed it. I like your analysis of the way folks make excuses why they stay busy, and that in nature we can unload our troubles for a while. Thank you for this in-depth review and for the excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
Comment from royowen
There's nothing like a stroll in the beauty of restful nature to ease the burdens and the pressure of the surroundings that plunder our peaceful existence. A beautifully written ode the modern man. In articulate verse, and ababcdcdefefgh rhyming well done my friend, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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There's nothing like a stroll in the beauty of restful nature to ease the burdens and the pressure of the surroundings that plunder our peaceful existence. A beautifully written ode the modern man. In articulate verse, and ababcdcdefefgh rhyming well done my friend, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 29-Nov-2019
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2019
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Thank you, Roy, for such a pleasant perspective of my poem. Thank you for your kind comments. An "ode to the modern man". I like the sound of that. I appreciate you noticing the rhyming pattern.
Strolling down nature paths is what I do daily. It helps to center me. Thank you for this wonderful review and excellent rating.
Take care, Jesse
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Most welcome
