If Some Could Tell!
If we were learned to tell! A Non-Fiction in 220 words112 total reviews
Comment from Lady Jane
or his tongue, lip, or mouth('s) satisfaction.
Loosely, he speaks in order to get an instant profit, or effect for the time being or temporarily. - consider revising to:
Loosely, he speaks in order to gain instant profit or temporary effect.
A wise person tells what is true, absolutely necessary, justifiably, or righteously. - to keep in same tense, consider revising to:
A wise person speaks what is true, absolutely necessary, justifiable, or righteous.
He speaks not for his tongue, mouth, or lip satisfaction, or getting any sort of mystic satisfaction. - consider revising so as not to repeat satisfaction twice -
He speaks not for his own tongue, mouth, or lip's satisfaction, or to gain any sort of mystical achievement (or something similar)
Excellent words of advice. I made suggestions above to help this read a bit more cohesively and hope that's ok. You words are timely and well chosen. And, might I add, absolutely correct. Wiser words have never been spoken. Nicely done...
Janelle
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or his tongue, lip, or mouth('s) satisfaction.
Loosely, he speaks in order to get an instant profit, or effect for the time being or temporarily. - consider revising to:
Loosely, he speaks in order to gain instant profit or temporary effect.
A wise person tells what is true, absolutely necessary, justifiably, or righteously. - to keep in same tense, consider revising to:
A wise person speaks what is true, absolutely necessary, justifiable, or righteous.
He speaks not for his tongue, mouth, or lip satisfaction, or getting any sort of mystic satisfaction. - consider revising so as not to repeat satisfaction twice -
He speaks not for his own tongue, mouth, or lip's satisfaction, or to gain any sort of mystical achievement (or something similar)
Excellent words of advice. I made suggestions above to help this read a bit more cohesively and hope that's ok. You words are timely and well chosen. And, might I add, absolutely correct. Wiser words have never been spoken. Nicely done...
Janelle
Comment Written 15-Aug-2018
Comment from apky
This is indeed full of wisdom. The Ancient Greek was right - there is a time to open your mouth and there is a time to keep quiet.
>>Loosely, he speaks in order to get an instant profit, or effect for the time being or temporarily.<< ~ Perhaps it would be best to drop either "for the time being" or drop "temporarily". Written/used together the one makes the other redundant.
At any rate, your post would be a good message for the Tweeter-in-Chief!
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This is indeed full of wisdom. The Ancient Greek was right - there is a time to open your mouth and there is a time to keep quiet.
>>Loosely, he speaks in order to get an instant profit, or effect for the time being or temporarily.<< ~ Perhaps it would be best to drop either "for the time being" or drop "temporarily". Written/used together the one makes the other redundant.
At any rate, your post would be a good message for the Tweeter-in-Chief!
Comment Written 15-Aug-2018
Comment from Cindy McIntyre
I really enjoyed this piece of commentary. It truly is a wonderful read for self-improvement. Your photo with the Plato saying sums up the message so well! What a great choice of artwork to accompany your words.
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I really enjoyed this piece of commentary. It truly is a wonderful read for self-improvement. Your photo with the Plato saying sums up the message so well! What a great choice of artwork to accompany your words.
Comment Written 15-Aug-2018
Comment from Ann Marie Anglin
Very aptly put. So many narcissists our there who speak only to hear themselves, but in reality have absolutely nothing of portent to share. Why bother, if you don't have anything to contribute? We suffer the shallow, self-glorifying buffoons daily. Their only usefulness is that of foil, so that when a genuinely wise man comes along, his words are all the more appreciated. Well written, and oh so true.
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Very aptly put. So many narcissists our there who speak only to hear themselves, but in reality have absolutely nothing of portent to share. Why bother, if you don't have anything to contribute? We suffer the shallow, self-glorifying buffoons daily. Their only usefulness is that of foil, so that when a genuinely wise man comes along, his words are all the more appreciated. Well written, and oh so true.
Comment Written 15-Aug-2018
Comment from KL Williams
I thought this piece was great. You're absolutely correct! "Better to be silent and thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." One of my favorite quotes. :)
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I thought this piece was great. You're absolutely correct! "Better to be silent and thought a fool than to speak and remove all doubt." One of my favorite quotes. :)
Comment Written 15-Aug-2018
Comment from pome lover
You are describing a very good person without human foibles. I think it is the nature of humans to exaggerate a bit, maybe invent a bit when telling a story, etc, however your premise is a good one and wouldn't it be wonderful if people didn't say things at the expense of others.
Congratulations on your All Time Best.
pome lover
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You are describing a very good person without human foibles. I think it is the nature of humans to exaggerate a bit, maybe invent a bit when telling a story, etc, however your premise is a good one and wouldn't it be wonderful if people didn't say things at the expense of others.
Congratulations on your All Time Best.
pome lover
Comment Written 14-Aug-2018
Comment from country ranch writer
The least said the better for then it is easily mended when things get out of control. People sometime know all and tell all only to have it come back on them.
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The least said the better for then it is easily mended when things get out of control. People sometime know all and tell all only to have it come back on them.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2018
Comment from Bill Schott
This article, If Some Could Tell, seems to point to the Trump administration. The 'truth' pops up whenever profit is on the line. They stab each other in the back to cut a deal.
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This article, If Some Could Tell, seems to point to the Trump administration. The 'truth' pops up whenever profit is on the line. They stab each other in the back to cut a deal.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2018
Comment from Kathleen S.
Very wise counsel. I am sure there isn't anything I could add to it. It's very well written. I can say that well I am still learning this lesson. Thank you for deeper understanding of this concept.
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Very wise counsel. I am sure there isn't anything I could add to it. It's very well written. I can say that well I am still learning this lesson. Thank you for deeper understanding of this concept.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2018
Comment from Cedar
Yes, I agree with you. A wise man knows when to keep his mouth shut and to speak only when he has knowledge to spread. Whereas, fools speak only to hear themselves talk.
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Yes, I agree with you. A wise man knows when to keep his mouth shut and to speak only when he has knowledge to spread. Whereas, fools speak only to hear themselves talk.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2018