Loneliness
Poem is kinda like that Japanese thing35 total reviews
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Yes, sometimes being with ourselves is the best place to be. A least, most of us understand ourselves on some level. I enjoyed reading. Thank you for sharing this presentation with us.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Yes, sometimes being with ourselves is the best place to be. A least, most of us understand ourselves on some level. I enjoyed reading. Thank you for sharing this presentation with us.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you, my dear.
Are you retired from teaching? I can?t remember. I have retired from dentistry, and it is depressing me a bit. Do you have similar symptoms?
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I retired about three years ago. I am kept so busy, I'm about to retire from being retired. I thought I'd have a lot of down time and I don't.
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Ha ha. That has been my experience as well. Sold my practice in June, 2021. And so busy, I need down time.
Lol-true!
Comment from estory
This was interesting. It has an eerie quality to it, and a poignant quality to it. There is the ability to be a companion to yourself, but it is also kind of sad and disconnected from society. There is no mention of whether this is self inflicted or society inflicted. I feel that it leaves you with this way that man always tries to make the best of the situation, even if it is a bad one. There always is this looking on the bright side of things, even in the dark. estory
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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This was interesting. It has an eerie quality to it, and a poignant quality to it. There is the ability to be a companion to yourself, but it is also kind of sad and disconnected from society. There is no mention of whether this is self inflicted or society inflicted. I feel that it leaves you with this way that man always tries to make the best of the situation, even if it is a bad one. There always is this looking on the bright side of things, even in the dark. estory
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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You never miss much, my friend. I am always delighted when you stop by.
Comment from GoWiSt
Good complementary picture art choice. n
Indeed, sometimes it's necessary to have some strictly 'you' time. No one else can truly understand you like you can. So, in a way, you're not really lonely; you have you. Good message.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Good complementary picture art choice. n
Indeed, sometimes it's necessary to have some strictly 'you' time. No one else can truly understand you like you can. So, in a way, you're not really lonely; you have you. Good message.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you. Yes, this is what I truly meant.
Comment from Ginda Simpson
A few words that carry truth and meaning. Sometimes, appreciating ourselves and what we offer, is the remedy for loneliness. This is a super poem.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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A few words that carry truth and meaning. Sometimes, appreciating ourselves and what we offer, is the remedy for loneliness. This is a super poem.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you. I can tell you really meant it. Very much appreciated.
Doug
Comment from Shanbreen
Your poem is quite philosophical. In a sense, the poem left me emotionally in a limbo. Are you finding an excuse to justify being lonely or are you actually going out to promote loneliness? By the way, it was very clever of you to pacify a person being lonely because he/she is with their "best friend" -- poetically, well said.
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reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Your poem is quite philosophical. In a sense, the poem left me emotionally in a limbo. Are you finding an excuse to justify being lonely or are you actually going out to promote loneliness? By the way, it was very clever of you to pacify a person being lonely because he/she is with their "best friend" -- poetically, well said.
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Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you. I?m glad you got it.
Comment from Brenda Strauser
I like your poem. It cheered me up. I am alone at the present time . I've been married for a long time and now I'm separated. I never looked at being alone as being with your best friend. That's a good way of looking at it. Thank for writing it.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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I like your poem. It cheered me up. I am alone at the present time . I've been married for a long time and now I'm separated. I never looked at being alone as being with your best friend. That's a good way of looking at it. Thank for writing it.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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My dear, I?m glad it resonated with you. As you are undoubtedly aware, life has a few curve balls. Everyone, and I mean everyone runs into them. I wish you only the best.
Thank you,
Doug
Comment from Natureschild
This poem delivers a fresh perspective on solitude and the significance of embracing one's own company. It beautifully encapsulates a poignant view of loneliness, suggesting that solitude doesn't always equate to loneliness. It encourages readers to delve into the importance of self-acceptance, inviting them on a journey of introspection and reflection. The punctuation is used appropriately for clarity and flow of the piece.
Nicely done! - Terry
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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This poem delivers a fresh perspective on solitude and the significance of embracing one's own company. It beautifully encapsulates a poignant view of loneliness, suggesting that solitude doesn't always equate to loneliness. It encourages readers to delve into the importance of self-acceptance, inviting them on a journey of introspection and reflection. The punctuation is used appropriately for clarity and flow of the piece.
Nicely done! - Terry
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Terry.
A nice review to receive.
Doug
Comment from Jesse James Doty
Oh, my friend, you hit the nail on the head! Being with oneself is not so bad, after all, we are with our best friend when we are alone.
Well said and don't worry about the style of the poem. It is what it is and it says a huge mouthful about how it is to be free to be alone with oneself.
Jesse
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Oh, my friend, you hit the nail on the head! Being with oneself is not so bad, after all, we are with our best friend when we are alone.
Well said and don't worry about the style of the poem. It is what it is and it says a huge mouthful about how it is to be free to be alone with oneself.
Jesse
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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I was deeply moved when I checked my ?inbox? mail. There you were with a sixer for me. I know, ratings are not everything. But I must admit, when my writing resonates with you, I am a happy man.
Thank you my friend,
Doug
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Your kind words as well as your poem mean so much to me. I am glad I made you happy. You are a special man and
poet, my friend.
Jesse
Comment from Sally Law
Just lovely and we should be our own best friend. Mine is comforting, but she tells me the truth, saying. "Those jeans make ya look fat, my girl." Things like that. A real friend.
Good to see you writing, Doug. Take care.
All my best,
Sal :)) xo
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Just lovely and we should be our own best friend. Mine is comforting, but she tells me the truth, saying. "Those jeans make ya look fat, my girl." Things like that. A real friend.
Good to see you writing, Doug. Take care.
All my best,
Sal :)) xo
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Sally. I always like when you lay down the law. Er, oops, I mean when you review me. Can be kind of the same thing, eh?
OMG, I am chuckling and belly laughing. Tee hee. Sorry, it just came to me, and I could not resist stirring the pot.
Lol
Doug
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You are too much, my friend. This wouldn't be your first pot stir. Lots of smiles. Take care, my friend.
Sal :))
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
Not a Haiku. Haiku is 1-3-, 2-4-2, 3-5-3. 4-6-4 5-7-5 is the most common. Three lines per stanza. But this poem is free verse. and can be anything you want.
I liked it just fine. Karen
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2024
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Not a Haiku. Haiku is 1-3-, 2-4-2, 3-5-3. 4-6-4 5-7-5 is the most common. Three lines per stanza. But this poem is free verse. and can be anything you want.
I liked it just fine. Karen
Comment Written 17-Apr-2024
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2024
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Thank you, Karen.
Yes, I have not ventured into
Haiku, as rules, regulations, and must do(s) have never appealed to me. Lol
Thanks for ur review.
Doug
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I have confusion. Your handle is victortouche but your name is Doug? I am learning poetry.
The little ones are hard, but I love to do them. But some of the forms are ridiculously hard. Karen
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Yes, dear. My pen name is victor touche. But my real name is Doug.
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I have one friend here Douglas Goff who is crazy as a bed bug, so, he is a favorite, I hope I do not get you confused with him. :-)
