Regrets (poem) by Ronald W. Hull on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on April 15, 2016

"Regrets", a witty wise composition; a poetic flower suffusing fragrance of wisdom.

Viva the Poet!

In reverent appreciation,

Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

Reviewed by Carol Ann Phelan

Reviewed on April 12, 2016

Sometimes it is the life mistakes we make that set off a series of events leading to a change in us for the better.

A wise write with beautiful flow.

Wishing you an abundance of creativity!

With respect and smiles,
Carol Phelan Aebby

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge Poetess Of The Heart

Reviewed on April 9, 2016

Ron, Thank you for this sage advice and encouragement, I needed it.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on April 5, 2016

I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on April 4, 2016

Much said in the timely poem. One can not change what has been or what has happened. It's part of the past. We all have regrets about certain things that have happened in life. Unfortunately those events can't be changed. It all depends how we accept,deal with what is happening in the here and now....M

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on April 3, 2016

The choice is basic. Do you want to live, or do you want to live? Do you chose to weed the garden or create and explore? Well said Ron, I agree each of us controls our own destiny to a great degree. May love and peace be always with you my friend. Jon Michael

Reviewed by Michael Schafer

Reviewed on April 3, 2016

The best we can hope for is to end up with the right regrets.

Michael D.

Reviewed by D. Vegas (Reader)

Reviewed on April 3, 2016

Life is chance...taking chances gives fears to many. Yes, all of us have different paths to travel and like your picture says, we only regret the chances we didn't Take! Excellent, Ron!!

Always,
Deborah

Reviewed by R F Husnik

Reviewed on April 3, 2016

Ron:

Your recent poems and writings have been right on the mark. And thank you for critiquing my last web posting.

Russ

Reviewed by Mary Ann Biddinger

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Ron~
Facing life with a smile. Frown on the regrets
and move on. Fine writing.

Lady Mary Ann

Reviewed by Rebecca McKeehan

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

I'm glad I waited to read this. Your words were exactly what I needed to read after a day like today where I've struggled with PTSD and the sorrow of a lost friend. It's hard not to regret things such as this but I continue to work toward focusing on what is good with my life and how strong the past has made me. Thank you for reminding me!

Rebecca

Reviewed by Jane Noponen Perinacci

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Great advice! Those darned fates!!!

Love ya!

Jane

Reviewed by Jon Dahlborg

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

First two lines so Sinatraesque! Regrets make us strive to make more informed decisions in the future.
Jon

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

For 15 or so years you have been reading of my "regrets" & have helped me through them even though they were all for the most part a pile of doo...and for that help I must say thank you to you, from me...
-e-

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

REGRETS ARE 'LEARNING TOOLS' WE ALL HAVE THEM. THE UNWISE ALLOW THEM TO BECOME STUMBLING BLOCKS. THE WISE USE THEM AS STEPPING STONES. DONE WELL, RONALD. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by John Herlihy

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

It reminds me of the phrase: "To err is human". One could say "to regret is human"; but I agree with you completely not to let them "drag you down". I have known people who spend a lot of time regretting this, that and the other things. Always looking to the past. I am just the opposite. I regret very little. If anything I accept and move on, again, as you so wisely suggest in this wise poem. John

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Cleverly created, Ron. I have to agree with the advice (philosophy) that you share through your verses. Now to live it; that is a whole different story for me. Love and peace,

Regis

Reviewed by John Carlson

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

At my age my only regret is I can't remember what it is I am supposed to regret.

John

Reviewed by Tom poesyco.th@gmail.com

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Amen ! 😜

Reviewed by Michael Putegnat

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Regrets seem the residue of a long life, different from lamentations, which are innate to being born humans. Nice to take a little time to consider their utility and lack thereof. Thanks, Ron.

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Yep. You're you and I'm . . . me.
That's the way it should be.
Oh, sure we have regrets.
Don't keep them like bad debts.

Reviewed by Ingeborg von Finsterwalde

Reviewed on April 2, 2016

Beautifully expressed with tremendous wisdom. A poem you can take to heart. Thank you so much for sharing.

Hugs to Ronald,

from Ingeborg