Stay Present
Mindfulness at its finest- a reminder to live in the NOW25 total reviews
Comment from Lilly Flowers
Did you purposely post of the pic of yourself sideways? Well, at least it got the crick out of my neck, haha.
What a provocative poem. That image you chose is stunning and your words compliment it nicely. Regards, Lilly
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2022
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Did you purposely post of the pic of yourself sideways? Well, at least it got the crick out of my neck, haha.
What a provocative poem. That image you chose is stunning and your words compliment it nicely. Regards, Lilly
Comment Written 22-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2022
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It somehow uploaded that way and I couldn?t figure out how to fix it so I left it for laughs.
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It somehow uploaded that way and I couldn?t figure out how to fix it so I left it for laughs.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I like the way you've broken this up into yesterday, tomorrow, and this moment. I was confused by the last line of the second stanza - just for a guess? Maybe it's something the author understands best.
The third stanza is very good. All in all, a nice entry into this contest - good luck!
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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I like the way you've broken this up into yesterday, tomorrow, and this moment. I was confused by the last line of the second stanza - just for a guess? Maybe it's something the author understands best.
The third stanza is very good. All in all, a nice entry into this contest - good luck!
Comment Written 22-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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Thank you!
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Thank you!
Comment from estory
This poem has a wave like rhythm to it and we seem to be born along in these rolling waves of anxiety, trying to leave them behind and yet finding it difficult to imagine the world without them in the future. The present seems to bob along between them...just as it does in real life. estory
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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This poem has a wave like rhythm to it and we seem to be born along in these rolling waves of anxiety, trying to leave them behind and yet finding it difficult to imagine the world without them in the future. The present seems to bob along between them...just as it does in real life. estory
Comment Written 22-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much!
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Thank you so much!
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Holy batman! I do hope your past wasn't all that bad. You made it this far.
Something was right. As for today, I wish you the brightest ray of sunshine warms your face and has you glow like freshly fallen snow on a bright wintry morning.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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Holy batman! I do hope your past wasn't all that bad. You made it this far.
Something was right. As for today, I wish you the brightest ray of sunshine warms your face and has you glow like freshly fallen snow on a bright wintry morning.
Comment Written 22-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much for your feedback and encouragement! To you as well!
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Thank you so much for your feedback and encouragement! To you as well!
Comment from Carlos' girl
I like the last stanza best. It sums it up so nicely. It has an eloquence whereby you wrapped the message up so perfectly like a present.
You may like a book called "The Precious Present".
Well done.
Judith
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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I like the last stanza best. It sums it up so nicely. It has an eloquence whereby you wrapped the message up so perfectly like a present.
You may like a book called "The Precious Present".
Well done.
Judith
Comment Written 22-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2022
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Thank you for the feedback and book suggestion! The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle is a powerful read also if you would like another! Best wishes.
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Thank you for the feedback and book suggestion! The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle is a powerful read also if you would like another! Best wishes.
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I may need to get that book. Im trying to spend more time reading less time online
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
I agree with you, staying present is essential for a good life. Most people don't. I like how you broke it down in three tense.
I always add mental health information when I write about depression or other mental illnesses.
National Alliance of Mental Health
https://nami.org/help
The NAMI HelpLine 1-800-950-6264(6264) or email us at helpline@nami.org
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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I agree with you, staying present is essential for a good life. Most people don't. I like how you broke it down in three tense.
I always add mental health information when I write about depression or other mental illnesses.
National Alliance of Mental Health
https://nami.org/help
The NAMI HelpLine 1-800-950-6264(6264) or email us at helpline@nami.org
Comment Written 21-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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Great ide! Thank you so much
Comment from Thomas Blanks
I found the font difficult to read. Perhaps it is a combination of being bold and the type of font used, but having to concentrate on what the letters were, detracted from the poem for me.
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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I found the font difficult to read. Perhaps it is a combination of being bold and the type of font used, but having to concentrate on what the letters were, detracted from the poem for me.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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Noted. Thank you. I changed it hopefully that is a little better on the eyes.
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oh, much better!
Comment from karenina
We live in such chaotic times. Multitasking, frazzled and distracted...
Where once I reached for Zen, I'd settle for A moment of peace...or TEN!
I now listen to tranquility podcasts when I go to bed...
Every now and then they work!
When all else fails? A glass of merlot...otherwise known as "mom juice!!"
Very nice 3-6-9.
Staying in the moment is so much more difficult than it appears!
Karenina
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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We live in such chaotic times. Multitasking, frazzled and distracted...
Where once I reached for Zen, I'd settle for A moment of peace...or TEN!
I now listen to tranquility podcasts when I go to bed...
Every now and then they work!
When all else fails? A glass of merlot...otherwise known as "mom juice!!"
Very nice 3-6-9.
Staying in the moment is so much more difficult than it appears!
Karenina
Comment Written 21-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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That?s so weird you said that because I went back and looked at it and got really agitated by the ?L?s and wondered how I missed that market completely with font. Great feedback I agree wholeheartedly it makes my heart hurt also, so no worries it?s not just you. I agree and cringe at the mistake. Oh well.
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You are always able to go back and edit...
Simply highlight the piece and select a different font!
Believe me, we've all been there!
Smile...
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Oh! Noted. Feedback taken and horrific font changed. THANK YOU
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And I've edited my review...
Fonts! Colors! So many choices, so little time!
Smile....
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I vibe with your honesty and quirky personality. I foresee us as fanstory online pals now I don?t even know if I know how to add friends or follow but I?m gonna try by golly!i feel like I?m back 20 years ago when LiveJournal existed, if you have any clue what that even is.
Thank you again so much.
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I just fanned you! I'll get notified b when you post so I can "vibe" again!
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Nice!! Thank you so much!
Comment from Boogienights
You are right about that! Sadly, ever present problems start creeping into your thoughts and its hard to focus on the now. I do try though and I think this is a great contest entry. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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You are right about that! Sadly, ever present problems start creeping into your thoughts and its hard to focus on the now. I do try though and I think this is a great contest entry. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 20-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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Anytime I?m fully present and asks myself what?s wrong right now, I have yet to find anything. It?s either already happened or hasn?t happened yet. Mind blowing! Thank you so much for your feedback and reflection. Means so much!
Comment from Raul1
I have enjoyed reading your interesting and unique poem. It is clear and concise. Excellent work! I like how you structured this poem. No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing! Good luck!
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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I have enjoyed reading your interesting and unique poem. It is clear and concise. Excellent work! I like how you structured this poem. No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing! Good luck!
Comment Written 20-Sep-2022
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2022
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Thank you so much!!
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Thank you so much!!
