A Window On My World
Viewing comments for Chapter 10 "Easter Bubble"Daily 5-7-5 simplicities for April Na-Po-Wri-Mo
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Comment from lyenochka
You are right. There are studies that show that happiness from pleasures spent on self is very short-lived but the joy from helping others is long-lasting.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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You are right. There are studies that show that happiness from pleasures spent on self is very short-lived but the joy from helping others is long-lasting.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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I agree - looking beyond ourselves is important for our own persona, as well as for the good it brings to others.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem and a positive attitude is much more fruitful than we can ever imagine. Our lives are normally do busy we can't get to do the things we love, why not take this opportunity to do the things we always wished we have time for.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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A very well-written poem and a positive attitude is much more fruitful than we can ever imagine. Our lives are normally do busy we can't get to do the things we love, why not take this opportunity to do the things we always wished we have time for.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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Thanks for your review, Sandra. (I've been slow in responding because I am writing so much - this lockdown has triggered so many emotions and observations.)
Comment from JudyE
I've decided to write to a 90-year-old that I usually only contact at Christmas. I thought it might cheer her up although she is probably more resilient than many I know.
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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I've decided to write to a 90-year-old that I usually only contact at Christmas. I thought it might cheer her up although she is probably more resilient than many I know.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 11-Apr-2020
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That's a nice idea that I'm sure she will appreciate. That generation has been through a lot and can teach us a thing or two about resilience and stoicism.
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Well said. Sentiments shared by many these days. I like inline rhymes deflated/berate and spin within. Clever twist on don't call me, I'll call you--usually intended as a brush-off vs a reach-out. Cheers (?) LIZ
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Well said. Sentiments shared by many these days. I like inline rhymes deflated/berate and spin within. Clever twist on don't call me, I'll call you--usually intended as a brush-off vs a reach-out. Cheers (?) LIZ
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello Lisa!
Your words resonate with me as I clearly have felt the need to reach out to others. I am, by nature, gregarious. But I have found these past months challenging for many of my friends have drawn inward...I respect that, but I keep plugging away...just checking on them...
Wise words!
Happy Easter despite the circumstances!
diane
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Hello Lisa!
Your words resonate with me as I clearly have felt the need to reach out to others. I am, by nature, gregarious. But I have found these past months challenging for many of my friends have drawn inward...I respect that, but I keep plugging away...just checking on them...
Wise words!
Happy Easter despite the circumstances!
diane
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Hi Diane - we need people like you!
I am by nature more withdrawn, enjoying the peace and quiet of getting on with my own thoughts and activities. (I am not antisocial, in fact I am involved on the committees of a couple of major societies.) It has felt like, at times, I have been 'pestered' by phone calls when I am concentrating on something, but that is just people keeping in touch to see if all is ok, so I do actually appreciate it. I am sure your friends do too. xx
Comment from sunnilicious
That was a fun poem. Well thought out and clearly written. Creative too. We must stay home for the good of ourselves. But yes, we can help others and remember God too. Nice work.
Happy Good Friday :)
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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That was a fun poem. Well thought out and clearly written. Creative too. We must stay home for the good of ourselves. But yes, we can help others and remember God too. Nice work.
Happy Good Friday :)
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 10-Apr-2020
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Thanks for your remarks. Easter good wishes to you, too.
Comment from CrystieCookie999
This is a poem that reminds me and other readers to try to be better at sharing with others. If one doesn't have family members around, this is perhaps even more pertinent. I like the implied metaphor of the bubble and deflating oneself. Nice free verse post.
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This is a poem that reminds me and other readers to try to be better at sharing with others. If one doesn't have family members around, this is perhaps even more pertinent. I like the implied metaphor of the bubble and deflating oneself. Nice free verse post.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
Comment from poetwatch
It took a while for you to lift your spirits, LisaMay. It is worth the wait to read your lines to free the soul and call on your muse to lighten up and smile even if it is forced. :) Smile woman, what we can do we will do even if we are in chains. We are all free2dream. Take care and make people smile with your words and your beautiful heart.
Jose
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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It took a while for you to lift your spirits, LisaMay. It is worth the wait to read your lines to free the soul and call on your muse to lighten up and smile even if it is forced. :) Smile woman, what we can do we will do even if we are in chains. We are all free2dream. Take care and make people smile with your words and your beautiful heart.
Jose
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2020
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Thanks for your words to remind me to lift my spirits. There is still a lot to be grateful for, I know, and the world is still a beautiful place, when it is not trying to kill us.
Comment from Gail Denham
Absolutely - good poem to point this out - who out there is worse off than you are - who needs encouragement - who needs cheering - who needs hope - Our hope is in Jesus Christ - mine is - God hasn't deserted us - He seeks our companionship.
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Absolutely - good poem to point this out - who out there is worse off than you are - who needs encouragement - who needs cheering - who needs hope - Our hope is in Jesus Christ - mine is - God hasn't deserted us - He seeks our companionship.
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
Comment from Louise Michelle
I don't think people are becoming selfish by staying at home. If anything, folks might be becoming a little paranoid. I don't even think that's the right word. People are trying to be cautious - it's not just for our personal health, it's for the health of our communities. Hugs, Lou
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I don't think people are becoming selfish by staying at home. If anything, folks might be becoming a little paranoid. I don't even think that's the right word. People are trying to be cautious - it's not just for our personal health, it's for the health of our communities. Hugs, Lou
Comment Written 10-Apr-2020
