Empty Words (poem) by Lori L Moore on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on August 31, 2009

You know I like this poem a lot. I suppose "misunderstood" counts as one of those empty words. Procrastination works for me, you know, delayed action. It works, but not really very well. Patrick

Reviewed by J'nia Fowler

Reviewed on August 20, 2009

Well said. We must eventually forgive the arson who torched our home but we don't have to stay in the inferno. Bless you, J'nia

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on August 13, 2009

...so true..empty is hollow and shallow...give me fullness and depth....great write Lori!

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on August 12, 2009

SO very true Lori. Its much better to speak out and speak truths....M

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on August 12, 2009

Spot on, Lori!I love the simplicity of your poetry about complex subjects! You reduce it to a lucid well written poem! Superb!

Reviewed by Tom poesyco.th@gmail.com

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

LORI -

RE: ACTION - DID YOU KICK HIM OUT YET?

TK

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Truer words were never written. Those little words keep codependent hooked on disappointment. If only they could break free.

Ron

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Lori,
You've said it well, spoken a great truth; silence can be cold but I'd choose it any day over the hypocrisy of lies. Fine poem.

John

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

mint Lori, a lot of people speak with a tied tongue, cheers

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Thoroughly concur. Better words not said at all. Even worse, perhaps, are those words which don't come because of an admission that contrition isn't even felt. Worse than empty words are empty feelings. Very sound work. xx

Reviewed by Dallas D'Angelo-Gary

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Amen, Lori. Words are nothing without actions to back them up. Very nicely done.

Reviewed by Kate Clifford

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Yes when there is no true feeling behind a word, the word is not worth much. Excellent write.

Reviewed by Annabel Sheila

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Amen! You said it very well, Lori. Nicely done.

Anna

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

Run fast from that hollow side of life!
Well done, Lori.
CG

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

How so very true.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

I agree with this message that looks so intense in this in your face write that the intended should not be able to miss.

hugs
fee

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on August 11, 2009

I like this, Lori. Very well said my friend. Empty words are meaningless.

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

It is always sad when reltionships come to this.....

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Really Typical Of Humanity...

Kool Twist Write Of Empty Words!

I Have Old Saying: Lets Not And Say We Did!

TRASK...

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Sadly, Lorie, the world is full of empty words, as empty
as a limp handshake. -gene.

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

empty words definitely lack substance ... i empathize with your state of mind in this poem, Lori ...

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

WELL SAID! A STRONG WRITE WITH ALL POETICAL ELMENTS SUPPORTING YOUR THEME SOLIDLY. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Abuse, no matter the delivery method, only escalates over time. Forgiving them over and over again makes us an enabler. It is a sad situation but we must learn that we cannot fix them. They are broken and the only chance they have at repair is if they seek a cure, themselves. It takes both desire and belief to change habits. Well done, Lori.
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

How true your words are, Lori. Actions DO speak clearer than mere words. One of the many reasons I loved my husband...his "actions". Never hold-on for less.
Blessings and Love - Micke

Reviewed by Julianza (Julie) Shavin

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

As my friend has always said, it's not what you say; it's what you do.

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Repentance is made up of being sorry and how often should we forgive our neighbor, remember the 7x70 parable. Some people use it to the point of nausea.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Spot on, Lori, if said often enough, without real meaning behind them, they're worthless - another set of words that are empty can be (tragically) I love you. Have to prove it, show it, instead of just mouthing it. :( Well penned.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

I understand and appreciate the perspective that you put forward via your verses here, Lori. Thank you. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Peter Schlosser (Reader)

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

I'm sorry, forgive me for not commenting sooner. I promise to amend this habit.....nice poem. Right on. So very true!

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on August 10, 2009

Can't argue with the logic within the confines of this work, Lori. If I hear the news media asking some degenerate murdering s.o.b. if he is sorry one more time I think I will throw something through the television. I realize you were writing this on a more personal note, but the same applies to both. Saying you are sorry over and over again doesn't take long to wear on a person.