Lessons Learned and Spiritual
Viewing comments for Chapter 13 "On the Bright Side"Do good and feel good poems
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Comment from Liz O'Neill
Gloomy days in Vermont & adjoining states are often SAD seasonal affective disorder. We become sun worshippers. We don't very often see what Native Americans calls 'grandfather sun'. Some even use what I call happy lights. I have a light bulb that I turn on to just look at in for a second. it changes our outlook, energy, ambition and outlook.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2023
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Gloomy days in Vermont & adjoining states are often SAD seasonal affective disorder. We become sun worshippers. We don't very often see what Native Americans calls 'grandfather sun'. Some even use what I call happy lights. I have a light bulb that I turn on to just look at in for a second. it changes our outlook, energy, ambition and outlook.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2023
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Oh Liz, I get it completely! I live in Minnesota, and my health depends on not getting stressed out. This year has been our snowiest this century so far. We have been dumped with 20 plus inches three times and lots of other smaller of only 4-10 inches it seems almost every day. My poor husband can barely keep up. I need light therapy in my life too, but wanna hear something weird, since I have been on FS, my winter blues, don't seem so bad. I think the second family we have that gives so much love therapy here is powerful. In fact I think I will write a story about that. Thanks for the idea, Sweetie! LOL
I just adore hearing from you and I so appreciate your lovely review for this poem. Thank you so very much my dear friend.
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I'm thinking of you fondly with this discouraging report...Oooof
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You go girl!
Comment from Sanku
A very healthy motto,'on the bright side'. very well written poemshowing two opposite trend of thought .The reminder that God is with you everytime you feel blue is very well captured here.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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A very healthy motto,'on the bright side'. very well written poemshowing two opposite trend of thought .The reminder that God is with you everytime you feel blue is very well captured here.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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Hi Santha, I thank you so very much for your kind comments for my Bright Side poem and always being so thoughtful in your reviews. Your kind words are always so appreciated
Comment from w.j.debi
You do an excellent job of showcasing the dreary side and then the bright side of each situation. Those dreary times just seem to make the bright ones seem so much better. What a great motto to live by.
Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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You do an excellent job of showcasing the dreary side and then the bright side of each situation. Those dreary times just seem to make the bright ones seem so much better. What a great motto to live by.
Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 07-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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Debi, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
Comment from Teri7
Debi, This is a very well written poem of emotion you have penned. You used very good descriptive and words of emotion with very lovely imagery and beautiful imagery by your granddaughter! Thank you for sharing! love and blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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Debi, This is a very well written poem of emotion you have penned. You used very good descriptive and words of emotion with very lovely imagery and beautiful imagery by your granddaughter! Thank you for sharing! love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 07-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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Teri, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Beautiful artwork by your granddaughter and a nice presentation, Debi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a good job showing two sides of the picture with effective imagery and rhyme.
-The verse that stands out for me is the one about his child being hurt, and his marriage "was on the rocks."
-Most people experience both sides of life, and you show that when things are at their worst, " Then God and fam'ly should come first."
-I also agree about having priorities straight.
-A good entry; good luck.
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reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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-Beautiful artwork by your granddaughter and a nice presentation, Debi.
-Your notes are appreciated.
-You did a good job showing two sides of the picture with effective imagery and rhyme.
-The verse that stands out for me is the one about his child being hurt, and his marriage "was on the rocks."
-Most people experience both sides of life, and you show that when things are at their worst, " Then God and fam'ly should come first."
-I also agree about having priorities straight.
-A good entry; good luck.
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Comment Written 07-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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Pam, you are always so thoughtful with your words. Thankful for what you said about my poem, as well as for my granddaughter's art. She really is amazing. Thanks again for your kind review, dear friend.
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You are very welcome, Debi, and I appreciate your reply. How old is your granddaughter?
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Thanks Pam and she will be 20 in July.
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You are welcome, Debi, and thanks for sharing. Is art a hobby or something she wants to pursue? She has a lot of talent based on this piece your shared.
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I have used her art a lot. Check out the last recent poems.
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And she sells it online.
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That's great. You must be very proud.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I like your Merry-go-round form Debi, it reads smoothly. To look on the bright side in life is not always easy but it is a good thing to try to achieve. I enjoyed the form and the topic. Good luck in the contest. Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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I like your Merry-go-round form Debi, it reads smoothly. To look on the bright side in life is not always easy but it is a good thing to try to achieve. I enjoyed the form and the topic. Good luck in the contest. Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 07-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2023
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Hi Valda, you are so sweet. I thank you so very much for your lovely review and kind words for my poem. It's so appreciated, my dear friend!
Comment from Aussie
"Always look on the bright side, the bright side of life."
These days there is not much happiness to look forward to. We live in anger and hate while the dark side is having a ball and we are suffering. BUT, look into a child's eyes and you will laugh and be happy. K xx
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2023
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"Always look on the bright side, the bright side of life."
These days there is not much happiness to look forward to. We live in anger and hate while the dark side is having a ball and we are suffering. BUT, look into a child's eyes and you will laugh and be happy. K xx
Comment Written 06-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2023
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You my darling friend are so incredibly sweet. You nailed it with your last statement! Yes, children give us something to smile about, laugh with, love and a reason to go on. I know you have been thru some pretty rough times, but you are a beacon to others as I feel the same. If we weren't put here for any other reason, let us spread the joy of God.
Kay, I just love you to pieces and to 'peace's' and you are an Angel here on Earth! Thank you sweet friend for your lovely review and six stars, and so thankful also for the gift of your friendship!
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Now I'm blushing! I didn't die in the accident because He had more for me to do. I try to help people via FS. As do you cheeky girl. K xx
Comment from Dawn Munro
First off, let me comment on the artwork -- FABULOUS! Art by Granddaughter, Kenzie (Coffee @ 1 PM) -- She is very talented.
Now, your poem -- FABULOUS! (LOL -- as a wordsmith, you'd think I could come up with another word, wouldn't you? Tongue firmly planted in cheek...)
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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First off, let me comment on the artwork -- FABULOUS! Art by Granddaughter, Kenzie (Coffee @ 1 PM) -- She is very talented.
Now, your poem -- FABULOUS! (LOL -- as a wordsmith, you'd think I could come up with another word, wouldn't you? Tongue firmly planted in cheek...)
Comment Written 06-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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LOL, Dawn. You remind me a little of Helen Reddy, so every once in a while when I see your review I start to sing Delta Dawn, but today I changed it to Deborah Dawn. Hehe, Thanks so much for the very kind review and comments my sweet friend.
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'I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar'...LOL
You're most welcome, of course. :)
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There you go!! You Go Girl!
LOL, Thanks a lot now you put another awesome song in my head, Deborah Dawn!!
And your picture is gorgeous!
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My granddaughter did my art for the one I just did that I won second place on, Hauntings of past sins.
She does a wonderful job.
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Aww, shucks! (That's cuz it's not a real picture -- it's a cartoon likeness FROM a real picture that's old. Very old. Not telling you HOW old...Hahahaha!)
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It doesn't matter because we all see the soul inside of each other. In some ways I feel we know each other better than some we see physically. For one thing, I no longer work so I love my time with my virtual friends and I normally only see my kids or grandkids and an occasional friend & way too many doctors. Some of them don't have one: lol, soul
Comment from CrystieCookie999
I liked reading this poem. It was faith-based and down-to-earth. My favorite lines are: When things seem to be at their worst
Then God and fam'ly should come first
I also like the line: Don't underestimate a friend.
I hope I read it right that it doesn't refer just to human friends, but to a Divine Friend.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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I liked reading this poem. It was faith-based and down-to-earth. My favorite lines are: When things seem to be at their worst
Then God and fam'ly should come first
I also like the line: Don't underestimate a friend.
I hope I read it right that it doesn't refer just to human friends, but to a Divine Friend.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2023
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Hi Crystie, you are so kind. Thank you for the thoughtful words for my Bright Side Poem! It is so appreciated, my friend.
Comment from Anne Johnston
When things seem to be at their worst
Then God and fam'ly should come first
Priorities should be your guide
Then you will find your own bright side"
Very well done on this poem, Debi. Putting God first, will always help us to find joy even in the time of trials.
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2023
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When things seem to be at their worst
Then God and fam'ly should come first
Priorities should be your guide
Then you will find your own bright side"
Very well done on this poem, Debi. Putting God first, will always help us to find joy even in the time of trials.
Comment Written 06-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2023
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Oh Anne, you are so incredibly sweet. I so appreciate your sweet words so very much. I am honored by your kind review as well as the gracious gift of six stars. Thank you my lovely friend, so very much.
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You are very welcome, Debit