I Just Want To Leave Things Be
A philosophical thought24 total reviews
Comment from Karen Cherry
All things that happen to us make us who we are. Most of us do the best we can, and keeping doing the best we can every day. We try to be present and participate, we dust ourselves off when we goof. You wrote well and summed up a well lived life. Karen
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2025
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All things that happen to us make us who we are. Most of us do the best we can, and keeping doing the best we can every day. We try to be present and participate, we dust ourselves off when we goof. You wrote well and summed up a well lived life. Karen
Comment Written 23-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2025
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Did you meet me on the dance floor, 'cause I goofed up every step there too. Thank you for such a great reply. I appreciate it.
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When a guy asked me to dance, no matter how bad he was I tried to last out the song. But one guy stepped on my feet so much I had to quit or be maimed for life. Was that you?
Sorry. Karen
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Wasn't that because your hands kept touching the wrong places. I was trying to fight you off.
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Wasn't that because your hands kept touching the wrong places. I was trying to defend my honor. Or was that all a dream?
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I do like comedy. And, I have been told I have warm hands. Karen
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Dreams are nice.
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Mine aren't dreams, usually they are downright lies.
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Dreams are lies we entertain ourselves with when we sleep.
Karen
Comment from jake cosmos aller
great poem about life and learning to let things be and be content with life as it turned out. your history and wisdom shines through this slice of life poem about growing old
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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great poem about life and learning to let things be and be content with life as it turned out. your history and wisdom shines through this slice of life poem about growing old
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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What a fantastic review. Thank you so much. My poor wife will have to put up with an inflated ego for days. Luckily, she now knows how to control me. A spade across the back of my head.
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yeah that works everytime
Comment from zanya
The aspiration expressed here is indeed a noble one. having lived a noble and honorable life and grappled with life's problems the poet is content to now 'Leave things be.' It is enlightening to read about people who are content with what they've done.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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The aspiration expressed here is indeed a noble one. having lived a noble and honorable life and grappled with life's problems the poet is content to now 'Leave things be.' It is enlightening to read about people who are content with what they've done.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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No point in being any other way, complaining changes nothing. Thank you for the great review.
Comment from Kirsten Shonle
The rhyming is not strained here. It flows very nicely. I like to repeat in my poems as well. I loved how you did it. It must be nice to be content with life. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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The rhyming is not strained here. It flows very nicely. I like to repeat in my poems as well. I loved how you did it. It must be nice to be content with life. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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Thank you, Kirsten, for such a positive review. And yes, I've been most fortunate.
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this poem although I thought some of the lines were a bit long and could be edited but that's just my opinion. I also am quite content with my life and just want to leave things be. Take care. Jen.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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I really enjoyed reading this poem although I thought some of the lines were a bit long and could be edited but that's just my opinion. I also am quite content with my life and just want to leave things be. Take care. Jen.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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I sometimes think being content makes for an easier life. May your contentment continue to flow.
Comment from PoeNamedMeLenore
This radiates a sense of contentment and gratitude, capturing the beauty of appreciating life exactly as it is. The steady rhythm and conversational tone make it feel both personal and universally relatable, as if you are confiding in the reader with a warm sense of wisdom.
The reflections on past experiences, relationships, and personal history are woven together seamlessly, creating a tapestry of a life well-lived. There's an authenticity in the way nostalgia and joy coexist, making the message even more powerful. The repeated refrain reinforces the deep satisfaction and peaceful acceptance that underpin the piece, leaving a comforting sense of harmony.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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This radiates a sense of contentment and gratitude, capturing the beauty of appreciating life exactly as it is. The steady rhythm and conversational tone make it feel both personal and universally relatable, as if you are confiding in the reader with a warm sense of wisdom.
The reflections on past experiences, relationships, and personal history are woven together seamlessly, creating a tapestry of a life well-lived. There's an authenticity in the way nostalgia and joy coexist, making the message even more powerful. The repeated refrain reinforces the deep satisfaction and peaceful acceptance that underpin the piece, leaving a comforting sense of harmony.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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Wow, what a fabulous reply. I'm not sure I can say any more, other than say a massive thank you for making my day.
Comment from tfawcus
I totally agree! Happy in my own skin, my own environment, and with my own thoughts. It seems we are rare birds these days. Lucky, too, to have such a wonderful country to live in.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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I totally agree! Happy in my own skin, my own environment, and with my own thoughts. It seems we are rare birds these days. Lucky, too, to have such a wonderful country to live in.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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I absolutely agree Terry, hope I got the T right. We Aussie certainly are blessed. Praise from you is indeed appreciated. You are, in my opinion one of the better writers on this site.
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Thanks, Bob. I haven't posted anything yet this year. Too busy creating a new website antonyfawcus.com
All the best, Tony
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At least I had the first and last letter right.
Comment from patcelaw
I agree with your thoughts on this poem very much. It carries a very powerful message. Sometimes we want to change things and sometimes we just need to let things be. I am getting to that age where I just want things to be as they are and I hang out with my my memories. Patricia.
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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I agree with your thoughts on this poem very much. It carries a very powerful message. Sometimes we want to change things and sometimes we just need to let things be. I am getting to that age where I just want things to be as they are and I hang out with my my memories. Patricia.
Comment Written 22-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2025
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Memories certainly are a great place to hang out. Thank you for such a generous review. And for taking the time to review my work.
Comment from royowen
I guess I can't blame you, but I don't believe you're just average, in God's eyes everyone is a special gemstone from His collection of Desired possessions, you've written a most informative poem about an average Joe. Well done Bob, an excellent post, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2025
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I guess I can't blame you, but I don't believe you're just average, in God's eyes everyone is a special gemstone from His collection of Desired possessions, you've written a most informative poem about an average Joe. Well done Bob, an excellent post, blessings Roy
Comment Written 21-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2025
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I thought as a lad from Liverpool you would have ripped into me for plagiarizing such a great Beatles song. Let It Be. Actually originally that was this poem's title. I thought that might attract criticism. Thanks for another kind review.
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Nah, I'm amazed you remembered I was a Liverpool scouser.
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Roy, you don't forget good people.
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Bless you Bob
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Bless you Bob
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I do understand. I am very content with my life as it is. If I had to change one thing, I would move my children and their families closer to me. That is honestly the only thing I'd ever want different. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2025
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I do understand. I am very content with my life as it is. If I had to change one thing, I would move my children and their families closer to me. That is honestly the only thing I'd ever want different. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 21-Mar-2025
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2025
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Thank you for delivering such a positive review. Comments like yours keep me writing.
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Thank you for delivering such a positive review. Comments like yours keep me writing.
