Comment from meeshu

Excellent

this is a lovely poem that fits the picture perfectly. it is also good advice, Cyndy and I set the "Rules of Engagement" (a happy and sappy pun by me). it guides us through disagreements and keeps us on point. no Imaginary Lions. this is a sweet write, dude.................meeshu

 Comment Written 21-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, dude, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received, but I've been pleasantly surprised so far! :) It's been a crazy weekend, but short poems I could do as a distraction from the crowds! :) :) Will be playing catch up, but I'm determined not to stress over it!! :) :) You both take care! :) :)

Comment from hari anand

Excellent

Best so far, talking always sort things out and add relevance to the word sorry,

(so no more
'apologies' are needed)...
Is kind of AHA moment in your poem. Best of luck.

 Comment Written 21-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, hargunanand, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received, but I've been pleasantly surprised so far! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful week ahead! :) :)

reply by hari anand on 21-Oct-2018

😊👍

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

That's always the best approach, really.
The ability to communicate with your significant other, no matter how difficult the topic, is of utmost importance to sustain a loving, trusting and long lasting relationship.
Best wishes to you in the contest.
~Dean

 Comment Written 21-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Dean, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received, but I've been pleasantly surprised so far! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening -- hope this finds you well! :) :) Have wonderful week ahead! :) :)

reply by Dean Kuch on 21-Oct-2018

You are welcome and you do the same.

Comment from Donka Kristeva

Excellent

Straight to the point-- and a wise advice, that talking over stirs up what's been sleeping and causes honesty to surface. I enjoyed this poem. The photo is inviting and speaks also of honesty and transparency.

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Donka, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received, but I've been pleasantly surprised so far! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful week ahead! :) :)

Comment from Thomas Bowling

Excellent

Very good. I liked it a lot.

rehearsed words have no meaning...
How true. The only words that mean anything are those said at a wedding rehearsal.

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Thomas, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received ... and, perhaps, I'm still not sure...?! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful remainder of the weekend! :) :)

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written poem about apologies that can sometimes come forth as rehearsed and meaningless. To keep the peace it is sometimes wise to accept the apology before it is offered.

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Sandra, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful remainder of the weekend! :) :)

Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear

Excellent

This poem speaks seeking apologies may stink, better we should discuss and solve everything and there is no need to seek for apologies; well said, well done. Keep Writing -- DR ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, DR ALCREATOR, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful remainder of the weekend! :) :)

Comment from Anntonette

Excellent

Haha, this is a humorous one. Apologizes do sometimes stink, because we have to think of something meaningful to say or we might screw up . We are either forgiven or not forgiven , no in between.
- Anntonette J

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Anntonette, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful remainder of the weekend! :) :)

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

This is a great contest entry, Mystery Author. Good job with the prompt. Your picture is a great pairing with your thoughtful words, too. I like the message of both talking through the issue rather than 1 apologizing. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes Jan

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2018

So glad you enjoyed it, Jan, wasn't sure how the sentiment would be received! :) Thanx for stopping by this evening and have wonderful remainder of the weekend! :) :)