A moment's hesitation (poem) by JASMIN HORST E. P. SEILER on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on May 10, 2009

I know what you mean, Jasmin. I have a million if only I had dones laying on my heart. Remember the shortest verse of the Bible, "Jesus wept." Even he was grieved by what little he could do about it all in human form. Take an admonition from my father, "All you can do is the best you can do, and that's all you can do." And that includes those inevitable oversights...........Jerry

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on May 2, 2009

hindsight is always keen Jasmin -- you do what you can, but one alone will not see nor save everyone -- thanks be that we have folks like yourself looking, helping most of the time -- others, do nothing -- peace and love my friend -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

You let that thought out into the universe, Jasmin. More likely than not someone behind you probably said or did something. This will give you the resolve to do it next time. Some of us are just naturally reticent and don't want to offend. With age, I've lost that quality, lol. You're NOT hollow or you wouldn't have penned this write. If you feel you must do penance, volunteer at the animal shelter.And as Jackie put it--you're doing a service by posting this!

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

Your heart should not weep for what few you were not able to help, but sing for all that you have been able to do, J.H. And you open many eyes with your caring words, dear friend!
Many Blessings and Much Love - Micke

Reviewed by Carolyn Red Bear (The Bear Paw)

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

Hi Jasmin, Again, don't be so hard on yourself. We've all been in similar situations when we should have, but didn't, for some unknown reason. You not being able to say anything does not make it your fault. The fault still falls on the one holding the leash. It is sad, but you can only take care of your own. Stay strong, my friend. You are a gentle soul with a big heart....

In Spirit,
Bear

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

I should have stopped them, and said something, but what?

As Eileen says, we can't save the world. Sometimes I say something, and sometimes I don't. But more often than not when I do say something, I make enemies. If only most humans were as smart as most animals, we'd probably never have to say anything at all.

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

If you left a baby in a car under the sun with all windows closed people will cry blue murder, but a dog? that, are not their business.

Georg

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on April 28, 2009

We in the over fifty age group, as humans, were conditioned from an early age by parents, schools, governments and religions to mind our own business, not ask questions and respect our neighbours privacy. The sixties broke this pattern but not the habit completely. The fact that you cared and felt remorse shows your heart is in the right place and others will be solaced from this write as well.

Fee

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on April 27, 2009

Jasmin, you can't save the world,I know you try,but don't be so hard on yourself, the majority don't even give it a thought! I know you help when you can!
take care!

Love,
Eileen

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on April 27, 2009

vividly descriptive proem and poem ...