Symphony of My Heart (Book) - 2/10/2019 8:48:08 AM
Congrats on your book of poetry.
Ron
Tend To Your Garden Within (Book) - 7/20/2009 11:11:23 AM
Pointers to reviews:
http://www.tiberpubs.com/garden_within_reviews.html
Austin All Natural Review (Page 22)
http://www.austinallnatural.com/files/AAN-July-Web_0.pdf
Amazon Reviews:
http://www.amazon.com/Tend-Garden-Within-Shervin-Hojat/product-reviews/0981896987/ref=sr_1_1_cm_cr_acr_img?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1
Unnecessary Suffering (Article) - 10/11/2022 9:31:30 AM
I guess it depends upon our self-esteem. The less we trust ourselves the more we are influenced by fear and thoughts of doom. I guess that is why so many people write and say they have stopped watching the news.
I'm eager to watch the news so I know what's going on in the world. Of course I see lots of gloom and doom in the news. But it's always been that way. In my neighborhood, where I know all of the criminals and sex offenders, I find everyone is still friendly and helpful. Regardless of their criminal background. Befriend a criminal and you will see what I mean.
And as far as knowing it ali, I find I know less every day and rely upon Google to find out what I need to know without having to fill my brain with a lot of trivia.
Ron
Unnecessary Suffering (Article) - 10/11/2022 12:48:12 AM
i very much agree. we do it most of the time in our inner talks. it pays to be aware and be able to stop and shift those inner conversartions. thank you for the great reminder.
Reflection on Short Term stress (Article) - 9/27/2022 11:41:54 AM
I don't stress over the unknown. But I know it's going to happen. I pride myself in being able to manage stressful situations with a positive attitude and have come through many without doing harm to my body over-stressing.
But I just got a notice from the University of Minnesota doing a study of people with tetraplegia like I have with a new treatment for reduction of stress. I'm interested and have contacted them but they have not returned my inquiry yet. Depending on what they are up to, probably some new form of meditation, I will decide whether or not I will participate.
In spite of what is going on all around the world and the business fire today in our neighborhood, I have little or no anxiety now and look realistically towards my death in the next few years, probably better sooner rather than later when my mind and body will begin to deal with stress less effectively.
Ron
Two Sides of the Golden Rule (Article) - 9/18/2022 11:35:10 AM
I never looked at the golden rule this way. Thank you for illustrating what you mean so effectively. I am well-nourished, both bodily and spiritually. No matter what happens, and it happens, I remain positive and willing to help others whenever I can. But most of all, I helped myself enough so that I can help others, too.
Ron
When Kindness is Very Unkind (Article) - 8/30/2022 1:15:38 PM
I really agree with your article. I'm forever grateful for my young parents allowing me and my brother to get into all kinds of scrapes that had us able to leave home at 18 on our own without ever having to rely on mom and dad anymore.
People these days, view the news wrong and tend to try to be overprotective… helicopter parents. Creating an unhealthy, codependent lifestyle that doesn't bode well for their initiative and fair play. Just letting toddlers play in the mud or in fallow fields, observing insects up close and smelling wildflowers, will greatly improve their immune systems in the future, having fewer allergies. When I last tested, I have no allergies to the usual suspects and probably can still pick poison ivy without any reaction like I did in my youth.
Rod
Pain a Cure to be Present (Article) - 8/16/2022 9:56:59 AM
Well put. Our minds can be a way to alleviate pain in several ways.
I sleep well, but I have several sources of pain that can wake me up and keep me agitated enough not to sleep unless I am turned in bed. Or, whatever specific pain it is, is attended to. As a result, I look forward to every morning when I can get out of bed and have more control over my body so that most of the night pain disappears all day.
And, if I focus my mind on reading and writing all the physical pain that haunts my body will literally go away until I stop reading or writing and realize that I have a pain that needs tending to.
Ron
On Questioning Our Assumptions (Article) - 7/31/2022 11:10:51 AM
I rarely get upset with misinterpretations of me or my assumptions. And I often find that my assumptions are correct over time because they are reinforced by reality. I try to avoid assuming something that has no real or scientific basis. like several doctors' cures for me that at no basis in fact.
I was studying graduate engineering at a time when it became highly mathematical and foreign to the reality of innovation and trial and error that always worked for engineers. Instead, my professors would begin a problem by making a whole list of assumptions that I considered made the problem simple and manageable, but "assumed it away." Later, engineering there began thinking "outside the box (of assumptions boxing it in?)." Releasing a whole bunch of innovations that became Silicon Valley.
Ron
Unexpected Events (Article) - 7/11/2022 9:50:25 AM
You're right, unexpected events, like surprise parties, can fill us with joy. But some unexpected events, like accidents, can be tragic. My partner and I, unexpectedly, got the Omicron variant on the 4th. She recovered in a day, and I'm gradually getting back to normal.
Strangely, I have experienced similar unexpected events. We were watching the parade for America's Dairyland celebration hosted by our town that year. The Dairy Queen and her court were riding in the front of the parade down Central Avenue when behind them came a white wall of hail that soon engulfed them and headed for us. We jumped in our car and waited the storm out while the ground became totally covered to about 2 inches.
While staying in a beach bungalow with my good friend and his girlfriend at Hoa Hin Railway Station on the Gulf of Siam on our last night, I planned to get up and watch the sunrise over the Gulf. The week before I had watched the sunset on the other side of the Gulf while sharing a large fish with my friend and his sister on a dock restaurant.
I woke up easily and went out on the porch. To my surprise, there was a dense fog that blocked all view of even the beach. But on the water I could hear the joyous yelling and splashing of young children and the sound of motorboats. To my right on the road was a line of buses that had brought the children from a camp somewhere nearby.
Last evening, I looked out my window to the north and dark clouds were looming. But a pristine white cloud rose above the black with pink tips like I had never seen. I wish I could have photographed it. I might have won a photographic contest.
Ron
Distraction: A Double Edged Sword (Article) - 6/21/2022 2:23:09 PM
Very good advice again. I have found that multitaskers often get so distracted that they make mistakes, forget things, and otherwise take longer to do tasks by trying to do too many at once. The cause of some small stove fires in my house. Thankfully not big fires, yet.
I have just the opposite kind of distraction. When I am reading and responding, writing with my left brain working very hard, all of the spasms, aches and pains and irritations just go away until I look up and realize that they been gone while I was actively writing. So when I go into my brain deeply, my body loses all of the painful indicators it was sending my way.
But I certainly do engage in those balancing acts that you describe because I can't concentrate like I do while writing all day long. Never have been, except that I did it far longer when I was younger. However, while getting my brain and body balanced, sometimes I start to feel spasms and other indications that my body needs to do certain functions that I didn't feel the whole time I was writing.
Ron
PS. Breading may be an activity, but Reading certainly is.
Truth of What We Think and Say Matters (Article) - 6/8/2022 10:50:12 AM
You are right about how people take what is happening to them and somehow justify it for society as a whole. My partner tends to repeat words like that over and over when they are not true. Every time I hear it, I point out where she is wrong. I think she is rather dependent upon me to verify self-made rumors.
Certainly, if we blame ourselves or others continually it makes us become quite depressed and possibly, slipping into worse mental illness.
Ron
Self-Acceptance (Article) - 5/1/2022 10:58:44 AM
Another great article that everyone should read and examine themselves while reading. The only thing I found strange was "supper sensitive." That is a new one to me although I am very particular about how my supper is served now that I can no longer do it myself. ;-)
At the turning point in the hospital after surgery rendered my arms and hands atrophied and paralyzed to the point where I could no longer hold a pen in my right hand and write but could still handle utensils enough to feed myself with my left hand, but not write anything until I got a metal hand splint that allowed me to grip a pen and began writing with my right arm again from the shoulder. Much easier than learning to write and hold the pen left-handed.
Of course I wanted to go back to the way I lived before. I perceived myself generally the same, but drew the line on what I could or could not do unless I had technology that would enable me to overcome the physical loss. Like the electric wheelchair when I could no longer walk, the high tech driving system when I could no longer drive a car unmodified. Each stage of my creeping paralysis required a self-assessment. Another profound change was when I gave up maintaining my household alone and had to hire others to maintain it and me.
But all in all, at my final stage of life where I have outlived already half of my contemporaries and am still quite healthy with only deteriorating hearing and increasing paralysis, I am quite accepting of my plight and place in life. Not quite what I would have expected, but not far from what I would have done anyway.
Ron
Self-Acceptance (Article) - 4/27/2022 7:34:13 AM
This, for me, is a fresh way to look at self-acceptance. It simmers down in my perception, from what you’ve written, to a single wonderful and healthy word = honesty. And, for me honesty has the ability to heal so many wounds. The challenge is overcoming ‘fear’ in order to be honest. That takes courage. So, Shervin, does it take courage to have self-acceptance? I’ll check back for your answer. I’m happy you post your writings here…thank you* ~~ djl
What Do You Need? (Article) - 4/15/2022 2:00:49 PM
As someone who is said to hire people to help me with five very basic needs, I share your analysis of what is really needed for us to live and live healthy. All of the basics right down to being able to breathe or lose our life within three or four minutes of poisonous air or having our access to air cut off. But when we have those needs fulfilled like water, we may want to alter them like turning the water into lemonade or coffee.
As a rule we want more than we need and will take all we can get, even though it serves little purpose in our life except to brag to others that we have it.
Ron
Illusion of Control (Article) - 3/23/2022 12:19:57 PM
Another fine article on something that everyone faces.
One thing that I have let go of is the fear of dying. I'm at the age where my contemporaries are dying. I'm at the age where I am fulfilled with what I have accomplished in my life. I'm at the age where everything here according to what I know, will be going downhill. The sooner I die, the less everything will go down hill along with me.
Recently, I have found that I have a growing swallowing problem. Checking with the experts, my doctors, I have learned that my throat (esophagus) and stomach are fine. The problem appears to be a bone growth on my spine that is pressing on my throat, deforming it. I was just told that operating on it would be too evasive.
So I believe I will let go of trying to cure the problem and just live with it until it kills me.
Ron
Illusion of Control (Article) - 3/20/2022 1:44:49 PM
Very sound advice. Some people would argue and fight over things that they do not have control over, leading to ruining their relationships with family and friends. It's pathetic!
Sandie
Illusion of Control (Article) - 3/14/2022 10:07:53 PM
I like this. Very meaningful clause: “….I had to become aware of them over time.”. Also the idea you present of ‘spending energy on,’ which is accurate = it is a ‘spending’ and there is only so much in the ‘reservoir’ each day. In addition, your use of the wisdom of these two words: “letting go.” I have your book Tend To Your Garden Within. There is reference to control and fear…fear and control. I also believe anger is rooted in fear. Thank you. ~~ djl
World Events (Article) - 3/6/2022 12:23:48 PM
I think we need to accept the news from legitimate news sources and then act in a positive way to resolve our differences. So many of those differences come from misinformation. Some of that misinformation is coming from mortal enemies like Russia, to divide us. United States is no longer a country where freedom means doing whatever we want, even when it is dangerous or deadly. We eliminated that "wild West" mentality when we established local governments with police and judiciary systems. There no longer is lawlessness beyond the Pecos. We must all abide by the laws or change them through due process.
As far as the rest of the world. Our last tyrant president advocated going back to George Washington and isolating ourselves from our enemies like England. Back then it was possible because the great Atlantic Ocean intervened. Today we are so interconnected with the rest of the world that we need to pay attention and support the good and find ways to defeat the bad without engaging in further war. It is a proven fact that the good will overcome the bad. Your article points the right direction.
Ron
What is Your Focus is On? (Article) - 2/13/2022 12:34:23 PM
Something that we should all take a look at. You give a lot of good examples.
My focus every day is to get the little housekeeping things taken care of right away. If they are not taken care of, they tend to take longer and cause more grief if left unattended.
Unlike so many others who may have to try to figure out how they are going to last, for lack of food or water through the day, my basic needs for water, food and shelter are taken care of, so I don't have to focus on them.
With the housekeeping out-of-the-way, I focus on going on the Internet and trying to encourage and help other authors enhance their creativity, productivity, and get through their day. I set aside a little time to be creative myself by generating written works that are either humorous or have a way of defining a better future for us all.
Finally, when I reach a point of mental and physical exhaustion, I relax and tune into either the Internet or television to find something entertaining and often, educational, to watch and learn.
Ron
Reflecting on 2021 (Article) - 1/29/2022 3:09:37 PM
All in all, except for the isolation, friends and family experienced little or no ill effects. However, 2022 is starting off quite badly, financially, and there have already been two deaths in the extended family (one ALS and the other pancreatic cancer) and the beginning inroads of Omicron to the immediate family. We'll see how it goes from here. I'm hoping much better, but things unexpected keep cropping up spoiling what could be tranquility for all.
Ron
Stretching Our Comfort Zone (Article) - 12/22/2021 9:53:00 AM
I spent my life going beyond what others dared. I never wanted to go the touristy route with a guide telling me what the group wanted to hear. And I found the most enlightenment in the poorest of countries, with no secrets to hide behind beautiful infrastructure. Walking amid the people, even living with them for a short while, showed me that humanity is very much the same regardless of of where you live on this planet. Everyone wants the same thing: love, adventure, and prosperity.
Ron
A Forgotten Question (Article) - 11/27/2021 12:04:27 PM
From what I read, you are the one who generally is ongoing and giving advice. But you should take care of yourself once in a while when it comes to your own self doubts.
I don't have a lot of doubt about my life and the direction it is headed. But I am in a bit of a rush to try to tie up loose ends before I go. My partner and caregiver is torn between obligation and herself. She hasn't had a vacation from me for many years. Whenever I tried to bring in other caregivers, she is suspicious that they will not take care of me the way she does. She's right, but she must let others do things in their way, just in hers.
Recently I hired, fortunately, a neighbor who already is a caregiver. She may be the key to my partner letting go and being able to tend to herself before she's too old to enjoy it.
Ron
What Does it Mean to Do Your Best? (Article) - 11/10/2021 10:56:20 AM
I always try to do my best. But working at a high level of intensity creates stress. And sometimes that stress will carry over into my nighttime dreams.
But I have an opposite response to your example. My growing physical paralysis and what it does to my body, along with aging, puts me in constant irritation, spasms and pain of various degrees. Relaxing tends to increase it and there is no ready cure, except, I've heard, something like marijuana. I do not take pain pills, only baclofen which is supposedly designed to reduce spasms. In my case, it doesn't really and I have thousands during the day and night.
But when I'm working hard on answering questions I receive or commenting on work like yours, my mind focuses on doing my best and all the pain and aggravation disappears the whole time my brain is focusing on writing my best words to you. Isn't that wonderful? A simple but overlooked way of reducing pain.
Ron
Life's Purpose (Article) - 10/31/2021 11:03:33 AM
As part of my doctoral program, I was asked for a goal in my life. I chose to try to do something good for humankind. I'm not sure whether I've achieved that are not. But I always tried to work towards good in all of my action with other people.
Perhaps all seniors graduating from high school should be asked to set a life goal. And be encouraged to change it later if it no longer suited them.
I'm really not sure what speaking in the "highest vibration" is. Yelling or screaming might apply.
Ron
Going with The Flow (Article) - 10/12/2021 11:04:08 AM
We have gone through many shortages and price increases in the past, like the rationing during World War II and came out all the stronger. Our 21st century lifestyles are filled with lots of pastimes and expensive practices that we do because we can.
A little tightening of the belt and altering our lifestyles a bit should be duck soup for us. If not we are no longer human. Humans have been the most adaptable and successful of all the mammals on the planet, in fact, there are so many of us, we are driving the creatures of the land and seas rapidly extinct. Cutting back will help that a lot from happening.
Ron
Feeling of Death and Re-birth (Article) - 9/15/2021 9:54:33 AM
Unfortunately, after 10 years of storage in my house in Atlanta, I brought everything that I had left there because I needed furniture for my house here in Houston. At that time, it took me a long time to go through all of those papers and throw away everything that wasn't of intrinsic value. But I kept all the books that I had acquired in the West Virginia house, because I had few books of my own, even after years of college only renting books and then only accepting free textbooks to teach from rather than buying many books to read.
But much has accumulated since then. My partner just said the other day… "Why don't you throw out all of those old (small) boxes."
The reason I haven't thrown them out is they are my original work for presentations and articles that were not on the Internet and may no longer be in libraries. If I have time, I perhaps should post them here, because they are part of my legacy. My brother has already told me to "start selling" because he, as my executor, will not be able to take the time to sell or give away all of this that I can while I still can. Hopefully, with him only keeping the very best.
Ron
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 3/30/2023 8:16:05 AM
Makes me smile reading this. The mysterious effect as we look into each other's eyes, expressed in few words that speak volumes.
Traveler (Poetry) - 2/2/2022 1:08:31 PM
A wonderful poem, filled with wise advice. I enjoyed this, Shervin.
Traveler (Poetry) - 1/22/2022 9:38:50 AM
Great advice as we travel our lives to our final destination. Fortunately, I have no heavy burdens to carry, just lots of ideas for more writing moving through my head and taking care of cares as soon as they crop up like they always do.
A great metaphor for life, well done!
Ron
Traveler (Poetry) - 1/17/2022 2:45:05 AM
Great advice that we all need. Thank you for sharing!
Sandie
As If (Poetry) - 8/15/2021 11:36:14 AM
Beautiful poem with excellent advice! Thank you for sharing!
Continued success.
Barbara J. Henry
As If (Poetry) - 4/26/2021 10:34:29 AM
The message is to live life positively to the full and with gratitude!
Wonderful words,,,
Best wishes,
Diana...
As If (Poetry) - 1/23/2021 9:23:10 AM
Bravo! Kudos! Some very profound essences revealed. I was going to ask you where you got it until I saw your copyright.
Unfortunately, I do not, "Receive as though the Sun is warming you up on a chilly day." Instead, I actually get out in the sun and let it do its wonderful thing on me. Skin cancer be damned. ;-)
Ron
Why aren't others commenting?
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 4/28/2020 8:36:17 PM
as always inspiration is at the forefront
never stop writing
m
Calm and Pure (Poetry) - 4/28/2020 8:35:11 PM
lovely sentiment
never stop writing
m
Darkest Night (Poetry) - 4/28/2020 8:34:17 PM
I like this
never stop writing
m
Calm and Pure (Poetry) - 2/19/2019 9:56:40 AM
Except when there are angry waves slamming into the shore! I find that a secluded pond inland is much more tranquil.
Ron
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 2/18/2019 9:29:39 AM
My field-of-view had me straining to read your beautifull short poem in its original form. So all it gave me was eyestrain. And then, I scroll down and found that you had solved the problem for us! My bad.
Ron
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 2/17/2019 11:13:08 AM
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 2/14/2019 8:32:53 PM
So lovely-stated! I agree. Our eyes are windows to our soul.
Sandie
Your Eyes (Poetry) - 2/14/2019 6:23:36 PM
I'd say the eyes have it.
I looked for you (Poetry) - 2/12/2019 11:27:30 AM
Sweet dreams are the best. Sort through our memories and leave us refreshed.
Ron
I looked for you (Poetry) - 2/10/2019 9:10:44 PM
Nice enlightening poetry!
I looked for you (Poetry) - 2/10/2019 12:34:18 PM
Sunrise always gives us hopes and new dreams. A good dose of self-evaluation and awareness.
Sandie
Everything Upside Down (Poetry) - 10/17/2018 11:45:59 AM
Change is often difficult, you capture it well and give us hope in the changes our lives go through.
Everything Upside Down (Poetry) - 10/14/2018 9:10:02 AM
While it may mean completely starting over, everyone is capable of digging deep and rising to the occasion. No religion can teach the inner faith in oneself that is required to rise above circumstances and take hold of one's life.
One thing is for certain. Sitting around and moping, blaming or even praying for something to happen, will make it happen. Each of us has to do it ourselves and get all the help we can get along the way by creating good relationships with others.
Ron
Everything Upside Down (Poetry) - 10/13/2018 7:47:18 PM
A very nice poem of faith.
This one reminds me of a poem that I have written a long time ago when I first began writing poetry. The poem was called "You Came", and it was about God coming to my rescue when me and my soul were in dark places.
Sandie
What if (Poetry) - 5/7/2018 2:52:33 PM
a great introspective poem with a positive penchant, I loved reading your words tonight, thank you Shervin
What if (Poetry) - 3/13/2018 8:34:11 AM
The beast is all wet. The shower did that to him. I think it's a good idea waking up from a sleep like that to take a nice, relaxing shower to wash those thoughts away.
Ron
Gatekeeper (Poetry) - 1/21/2018 2:00:47 PM
I absolutely like this poem.
Gatekeeper (Poetry) - 1/21/2018 9:09:57 AM
Fine poetry. I believe the message is. A fence is fine to have, but keep your gate open short visits. You never know who will walk through and surprise you with what they have to offer.
Ron
Let us (Poetry) - 11/6/2017 7:14:50 AM
A poem reaching into our minds and reminding us to be humble and understanding.
Ron
Let us (Poetry) - 11/5/2017 11:37:38 AM
If only...
Let us (Poetry) - 11/5/2017 10:55:12 AM
Although I understand where you are coming form, you can parlay innocence much too long if you are not careful.
Secret War (Poetry) - 8/23/2017 10:00:50 PM
Secret war hits the nerve Shervin. It's a daily struggle of identity; timing and action that will result in impeccable experience. This wonderful wisdom is highly appreciated.
Secret War (Poetry) - 3/9/2017 3:10:56 AM
THE 'SECRET WAR' IS A WAR WITH 'SELF'. AND HOW DO WE WIN THIS WAR? WE CEASE TO FIGHT...WE ALLOW THE LOVE OF GOD TO FIGHT FOR US, THEREFORE THE 'BATTLE' BECOMES HIS(2CHRON 20:15). THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Secret War (Poetry) - 1/28/2017 2:46:17 PM
I think it's all in the head, everybody's. Thank you for sharing.
Secret War (Poetry) - 1/28/2017 12:26:58 PM
The sooner that secret war gets out in the open, the better. No sense agonizing.
Ron
Connect The Dots (Poetry) - 3/2/2016 6:23:09 AM
Shervin, I love poems that tell a story and have a surprise in them. This hits the mark.
Good work.
Dan
Connect The Dots (Poetry) - 2/29/2016 10:28:57 AM
Fascinating read! Strange how all of God's creatures are connected in some meaningful way.
Thanks for sharing, and continued success-
Barbara J. Henry
Connect The Dots (Poetry) - 2/29/2016 8:15:37 AM
I knew immediately that the creature was small and attractive, but I never even thought of a lizard like that. Predator and prey plays out every day in the wild. As a formidable creature that causes no harm (but sometimes great alarm) you were a convenient barrier to the rattlesnake allowing the lizard one more day of praying on insects.
Bravo for your insight and for your bravery in the situation.
Ron
Connect The Dots (Poetry) - 2/29/2016 6:49:31 AM
Very good wordplay on a very unique situation. It coulda been worse, very much worth!
Looking into the Mirror (Poetry) - 11/25/2015 6:15:34 AM
So true, I believe it was Pogo that said, "The enemy is us."
Ron
Dessert (Poetry) - 11/25/2015 1:20:16 AM
my personal motto has long been LIFE IS UNCERTAIN, EAT DESSERT FIRST be it food, or anything else
forgetting family and friends, never enjoying gardening, or being a scout leader, or writing, or handicrafts, or a job we truly enjoy at whatever the salary as opposed to the job we loathe that pays oh so much more so that we can provide 'a better life' for ourselves and our family, or any of the other enjoyable pursuits we might undertake
deprives us of the dessert of life
Childhood (Poetry) - 11/25/2015 1:15:17 AM
reading so many sad tales help me realize how blessed i was to have parents who were loving and did play with us and told us daily they cared, encouraged my sisters and I to do well and always try
it was not until i began teaching that i came to realize so many children are raised so differently than was I
m
Balcony People (Poetry) - 11/25/2015 1:12:39 AM
excellent sentiment, so often we forget those who have encouraged us with their unfailing guidance and affection
m
Looking into the Mirror (Poetry) - 11/23/2015 5:10:40 AM
Much wisdom within the lines of this poem,Shervin
Escape From intimacy (Poetry) - 10/14/2015 4:32:07 AM
Well said in a poetic way.
Abundance (Poetry) - 8/19/2015 5:11:40 PM
This is such great words of wisdom. There is a TV reality show called, "Hoarders" in which people are obsessed in acquiring material things, right up to the point where the relatives are doubting their sanity. Material things are just that - material things, and we can't thing them with us when we die. Enjoy what we can afford to buy without using the plastic cards in our wallets, keeping our sanity is the key to happiness. Those things we've bought which we can afford are the most enjoyable because they reflect on our net success. Having more things than we can afford only leads to worries.
Sandie
Abundance (Poetry) - 8/17/2015 6:23:48 PM
frugality is the way to a true abundance but, please, be aware that what should be laid out must be laid out till every last jot; that's the whole point of getting a plenty. More practically, a lack of restraint I smell in the lines above. . . ;)) Cheers, alex
Abundance (Poetry) - 8/17/2015 6:33:11 AM
Very uplifting. Like counting one's blessings. For me, abundance is seeking every opportunity that comes along, like those that nature provides endlessly, and taking it for a ride… Short or long.
Ron
Abundance (Poetry) - 8/17/2015 3:19:24 AM
well done
Being a Human (Poetry) - 7/13/2015 9:50:36 AM
excellent words
Being a Human (Poetry) - 6/8/2015 6:07:31 AM
Perfection is unattainable, but it sure is something to strive for.
Ron
Being a Human (Poetry) - 6/7/2015 2:06:20 PM
Ahhh . . . "Be a human being. / Embrace and admit your imperfections."
I've been doing a lot of that lately.
Long Invisible Chains (Poetry) - 4/15/2015 9:56:25 AM
Another thought provoking write Shervin-
Barbara J Henry
Long Invisible Chains (Poetry) - 4/13/2015 6:59:43 AM
We all have needs that must be met. But to have wants that are merely things, tie us down. When we are free from wants and desires, we are truly free to be happy.
Ron
Father I Need You (Poetry) - 3/2/2015 5:46:57 PM
This prayer is heard and is so beautifully written May your words reach the world
Kathy
Father I Need You (Poetry) - 3/2/2015 6:19:26 AM
A good father will make sure that by the time his sons and daughters reach the age of 18 or so they will be able to take on the responsibility of the fathers and mothers themselves and not continue to need the guidance of their parents.
Upon reaching adulthood, any child worth his or her salt, should start taking care of their parents, not vice versa.
Ron
Joy & Sorrow (Poetry) - 2/2/2015 12:39:39 AM
A philosophical write on the ups and downs, ins and outs of life.
Wishing you continuous creativity and bliss!
With respect and smiles,
Carol Phelan Aebby
Joy & Sorrow (Poetry) - 2/1/2015 9:48:09 PM
A soul-searching poem. Much to be thankful for; well done!
Mirror of You and Me (Poetry) - 1/22/2015 11:21:49 AM
Great write Shervin,
This is an excellent tool that can be used in an evaluation of ourselves when we are prone to expect others to do for us what only we can and should do for ourselves.
Thank you for sharing,and continued success.
Barbara J. Henry
Mirror of You and Me (Poetry) - 1/19/2015 7:49:19 AM
A very interesting litany of the kinds of traps we set for ourselves by overthinking everything. A good self-image goes a long way in correcting most of these problems. How do we get a good self-image? Quit lying to ourselves and behaving badly, blaming it on someone else.
Always enjoy your perspectives on behavior.
Ron
Welcome Home (Poetry) - 1/5/2015 9:58:44 AM
Great powerful message written beautifully, and quite appropriate for this season.
Continued success,and it is my hope that you,your loved ones, have all that's needed for health and prosperity in the year ahead.
Barbara J. Henry
Welcome Home (Poetry) - 1/5/2015 8:35:25 AM
I think I'll go take my clothes off and give myself a self examination… Maybe a selfie or two… ;-)
Seriously, a fine poem with a very good message.
Ron
GPS (Poetry) - 12/13/2014 10:57:11 PM
only when one finally locates the true self...
GPS (Poetry) - 12/8/2014 7:53:29 AM
Because that's away all the women in my life have talked to me. ;-)
Ron
Longivity (Poetry) - 11/24/2014 11:41:06 AM
Several very good points that people should consider about living long. Of course, I think everyone would like to die without having a prolonged period of suffering that aging often brings.
I have been aging well and do not have any signs yet of aging in spite of my age because of my good health through the right kind of diet and exercise. I have two reasons for living long: The first is to see change in the world that delights me every day. New innovations and discoveries, outstanding news stories and great accomplishments. These always overshadow disasters and delusions. The second is more personal, and that is to write as much as I can to leave as a legacy for my family and friends to remember me by, or forget me, if they so choose.
Ron
Expressing Deep Feelings (Poetry) - 11/17/2014 10:00:59 AM
Great write Shervin,and it too,like your other poems I have read, is very true.The saying goes: It is a thin line between love and hate, and your poem makes that statement even clearer.
Thanks for sharing,and continued success.
Barbara J. Henry
Expressing Deep Feelings (Poetry) - 11/10/2014 8:04:23 AM
I think we are all capable of deep emotion and deep expression. Although sometimes we're embarrassed to see others experience these things, because we have been taught to suppress them in the presence of others. What I fear most is irrational anger that leads to violence. I hope that I never have that feeling come over me. So far it hasn't, because my logical mind says that it's unproductive to lash out and do violent things to get my point across.
Ron
Denial (Poetry) - 10/1/2014 11:45:28 AM
A very unique poem...expressing how we as human beings unconsciously protect ourselves...and the sequelae from that. Enjoyed!
Denial (Poetry) - 9/29/2014 4:12:27 AM
Excellent! Denial just might be the most endemic disease in the world today. And anger, as a proper response, might be the cure.
Dialogue with Emotions (Poetry) - 9/17/2014 8:49:59 AM
When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile.
Dialogue with Emotions (Poetry) - 9/16/2014 3:29:12 PM
i refuse to live in the past or allow others to attempt me to visit what has never had anything to do with me ... my past and future lifetimes would never permit me to fool myself ...
Dialogue with Emotions (Poetry) - 9/16/2014 3:39:41 AM
Many colored people have felt what their ancestors feel, but they don't realize that everyone of us is a unique person; and we all have equal opportunity to make ourselves shine. "Prejudice" is a dangerous word to carry out violence on others.
I have seen colored people make a world of their own, they are stars, actors, actresses, news anchormen, news reporters, priests, pastors, game show hosts on the TV; and there are some who hold very important jobs in the society. I do not understand why the colored people keep bringing "Prejudice" to the table whenever they want to exercise violence on another. Sometimes, as you say in this poem, their parents have coached them to be hateful, carrying what they themselves have carried the hatred for years, and let their youngsters act out the revenge when it was their OWN hatred to begin with. Every young person was born innocent, they don't know anything unless it is taught to them by the parents. It's sad that when some parents would not feed confidence and positivity into the youngsters' minds, but only negativity and hatred instead.
Thank you once again for a very thought-provoking write!
Sandie
Dialogue with Emotions (Poetry) - 9/15/2014 8:14:22 AM
That's pretty heavy, blaming our ancestors for the way we feel today.
But that's just what some people do.
Ron
Scare City (Poetry) - 9/1/2014 5:01:23 AM
When your life is filled with positive things to do, you don't ever run up against "not enough time" because you are constantly accomplishing things that you never thought you would be able to, like take some cuttings from your favorite rose every morning to work and give it to the secretaries and receptionists and not the boss. Life is good. Life is wonderful. Appreciate it, and all those "I don't have time fors" will go away.
Ron
Scare City (Poetry) - 9/1/2014 4:46:47 AM
Nice play on (two) words, and the notion that a scarcity of time usually means a misallocation of it. We are seldom taught that being still, contemplation or simple gratitude are essential for growth. Usually, we are taught that sitting in a corner, 'thinking about what you did', idleness and being alone are bad or punishments, not opportunities for health, wealth and understanding. Good work.
Reflections (Poetry) - 8/14/2014 4:09:42 PM
You give much for reflection through your verses here. Thank you, Shervin. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Choices (Poetry) - 8/14/2014 4:06:44 PM
Wisdom well-shared through your verses, Shervin. Thank you. Love and peace to you,
Regis
Choices (Poetry) - 8/5/2014 2:33:57 AM
enjoyed the read, well said
Choices (Poetry) - 8/4/2014 7:29:37 AM
The same as I said in the article section.
Ron
Choices (Poetry) - 8/4/2014 6:19:01 AM
"Every thought and action matters." Lovey!!!
Choices (Poetry) - 8/3/2014 1:40:17 PM
Another powerful work Shervin, much to consider here.
Continued success-
Barbara J. Henry
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 8/3/2014 1:33:25 PM
Great poem, profound message!
Thanks for sharing it with us.
Continued success-
Barbara J Henry
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/27/2014 8:52:26 AM
Our modern day lives seems to rush us past the the obvious ways to conduct ourselves. We half listen, and you are correct when you use the word 'assume.' My daughter told me one day, "Dad, you should never assume."
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/23/2014 3:24:59 PM
Great poem and message Shervin,and I agree: Learning ends when there is no curiosity.
Barbara J. Henry
Reflections (Poetry) - 7/23/2014 3:20:52 PM
Beautiful poem-much to ponder here.
Thanks for sharing,and continued success-
Barbara J. Henry
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/23/2014 1:28:40 PM
And the contradiction implicit in your tale:
God made us curious
God gave us a brain, and he expects us to use it.
But curiosity ends when we accept religion--any religion--as the truth.
Therefore, religion is anti-god.
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/23/2014 11:59:50 AM
We must never stop being "curious" for if we do, we stop learning. Thank you for sharing, Shervin. Love and peace,
Regis
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/22/2014 10:17:36 AM
So much that we need to learn, so much that we need to listen to, so much we need to read, even this little poem! Well done , Shervin!
End of Curiosity (Poetry) - 7/22/2014 3:06:52 AM
Many people like to make assumption on other people's lives without personally really getting to know them first. They often misread another's words, and make their own conclusion. How sad!!!
You are right in your poem about "curiosity". It is good to have curiosity about another, and it ends too soon when we begin to make assumption in others. We must read into another's words carefully and not jumping into conclusions by ourselves about them. What others do in their lives are them, it has nothing to do with us. But to misread others and then write mocking poetry about others is totally wrong. We all need to learn, and we all need to grow up; but unfortunately some people will never grow mentally.
Sandie
Reflections (Poetry) - 7/7/2014 2:03:38 AM
well done
Reflections (Poetry) - 7/6/2014 8:42:41 PM
I say that what meets the eye is just that, reflections. What's behind goes so much deeper than what can be explained by words, if you want it explained by actions you need to be a lifetime observer. You can never be the judge of anyone or anything by just one glance, because then what you see is just a reflection of you. :) Beautifully written.
Reflections (Poetry) - 7/6/2014 3:01:33 PM
Very good poem, Shervin! And there's more to ponder at the end for the readers.
Sandie
Truth (Poetry) - 6/23/2014 10:24:35 AM
takes a lot of strength to speak the truth.
Truth (Poetry) - 6/22/2014 4:58:01 PM
Very thought provoking poetry.
Truth (Poetry) - 6/22/2014 3:30:59 PM
I used to be very naive, posted my truth to friends thinking that I woild get some kiind of support from them. I now have nothing to hide from my well-intention friends. However, I would not confide in friends who are of ill-intention, and who would cruelly mock me of my problems. So, to these friends I wiould stay my distance and not tell anyrhing further. We've all got to be more cautious in who we confide in with our problems, as some may take your problems to go agsinst you.
Sandie
Truth (Poetry) - 6/22/2014 2:25:40 PM
Truth will always reveal! Perfect write.
Kathy J Parenteau
In The Moment (Poetry) - 6/9/2014 10:21:40 PM
i will be honored to be in the moment with you. beautiful poetry.
In The Moment (Poetry) - 6/9/2014 5:08:57 AM
This is classic poetry with a huge message. While many have memories that haunt them, often expressed in poems here, it is much more tragic to have no memories at all. To live each day only "in the moment." Thanks for bringing that to our attention. May we find a way to stop the epidemic of dementia/Alzheimer's.
Ron
In The Moment (Poetry) - 6/9/2014 3:57:37 AM
"Who are my friends" Well there may be many, but God is our only true friend! A lovely piece of work, Shervin, blessings!
In The Moment (Poetry) - 6/9/2014 3:29:07 AM
Great advice!
Sandie
In The Moment (Poetry) - 6/8/2014 6:38:52 PM
well said
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 5/26/2014 8:55:51 AM
A primer on how to create one of the sheeple. Repeated enough, and even the most rebellious fall into line and become part of the "system," believing lies and "fitting in."
Fortunately, my parents gave me a lot of room to make my own decisions (and mistakes). I learned early on to be responsible at about 10 years of age, wondering, as I reached my teenage years, why some kids were so ridiculously rebellious to the point of injury and other kids were so docile that they would follow any Pied Piper that came along with a tune, however bizarre.
You struck a chord with this one, my man!
Ron
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 5/26/2014 8:53:12 AM
Sounds just like my Mother!
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 5/26/2014 5:59:45 AM
that would be stifling! loved the message in your poem.
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 5/25/2014 5:30:25 PM
I'm sad that some parents are like that.
Not in my family. When I was a child, we had servants in our family, and my mom and dad were always going somewhere. Servants were the ones that were close to us, (I had a special one that was hired just to look after me) they would never say these things to us.
And I, as a mother, would never say some of these things to my children either. Don't know this kind of parenting, but never underestimate the power of our children, because some children would learn on their own even with the least of supervision. It all depends on the child himself/herself what kind of a person he/she is, and how responsible a person he/she is.
But yes... I did get a little rebellious when I was a teenager. Ran away from home for almost a week until I was found; but I had good reasons for running away. I came from a family generation that favored male child, but toward the end of my parents lives, they had chosen to be with me and another brother of mine, and I couldn't be happier. That's just the way I am.
Sandie :o)
Dare to be You! (Poetry) - 5/25/2014 3:08:41 PM
Sadly some could no longer fight against
parents advises and finish up
taking the wrong path!
A good poem, Shervin!
Avoiding Pain (Poetry) - 5/12/2014 6:01:24 PM
so true, we always use avoidance, and rarely do we reach acceptance.
Avoiding Pain (Poetry) - 5/11/2014 8:37:15 PM
as a child, the only pain i was concerned with was the absence of god ...
Avoiding Pain (Poetry) - 5/11/2014 8:27:37 PM
There are so many types of pains. Much as we want to avoid it, it is still there within us. Your advice on embracing the pain and not have it bottled inside us is good. Sometimes we just have to do that to meet the pains head on, and then gradually let it lose. There's no easy way, but admitting it is there within us at least we woukd realize what is causing the pain. Sound advice with this poem.
Sandie
Lioness (Poetry) - 4/28/2014 5:59:30 PM
denial causes a lot of difficulties, one of the reasons why the road to acceptance is never easy.
Lioness (Poetry) - 4/28/2014 10:03:43 AM
This parable is hard to swallow. It seems to refer to some aloof individual denying fate. But then, it would be easy to apply to most heads of households who think they are invincible. Eventually, age takes everyone down.
Recently, my mother had to give up her apartment to live in assisted living with a difficult roommate, giving up her telephone and computer with email. She does seem to be taking it gracefully.
Ron
Lioness (Poetry) - 4/27/2014 3:46:39 PM
It's not unlikely human would do this too. Many hide their own illnesses and pretend to be strong for the sake of their family members so they don't have to worry about them. I see this as a strong sign, not weak sign. The lioness already knows what will happen to her already at the end, so there is absolutely nothing wrong by staying strong and positive even when the illness is there. I think most people who are terminally ill will not go advertize to others and be dependent on others, they would rather deal with the illness by themselves.
Sad to say.... your poem does not do anything for me. My view is that it is okay for the Lioness to act the way she does, being in fear will not help her achieve anything. My opinion is that she is a strong lion to the end. People who have terminal illnesses DO NOT FEAR THEIR ILLNESS. Look at all those cancer patients, they are bald and beautiful, and yet none of them fear their own illness. They are staying strong to give emotional support to their own families.
Anyway... just my 2 cents to this poem.
Sandie
Feeding (Poetry) - 4/14/2014 5:17:05 PM
...what a wonderful thought...some of the best days
of our lives haven't happened yet...bring them on...with
"a positive state of mind"...the pages of tomorrow
are blank...you hold the pen...An inspiring poem.
HAPPY EASTER SHERVIN!
Feeding (Poetry) - 4/14/2014 7:05:19 AM
Great thoughts for introspection. I fear very little except those things that I should because they pose immediate peril.
Ron
Feeding (Poetry) - 4/14/2014 6:09:00 AM
This is a terrific reminder that thought is a kind of 'form' in our versions of reality. They actually do materialize into behavior. I like this expression of 'feeding' your state of being with whichever food you grow in your thought garden; healthy food or unhealthy food. It is so hard to control thought, though. Thank you for giving this practice and connotation of 'feeding the emotion.' This image might help me, as I do understand what you mean. And I have felt the truth of it, Shervin. ~~ Diana
Birth Canal (Poetry) - 4/1/2014 7:09:42 AM
Wow, this is marvelous, Shervin. I see this as less about babies and more about our paths we are on in this herky jerky funny sad scary adventure. I'd really be interested in what you had in your mind for those last three lines: "Will it be ........." because I am intrigued about if you mean the faces of others around the adult person crying? or the face of that adult crying person's cathartic (smiling) or dissolutioned (angry) face? Maybe you can message me your vision? This is a tighly-crafted piece of wisdom poetry. Thanks :) ~~ Diana
Birth Canal (Poetry) - 4/1/2014 5:45:41 AM
(double dipping is trauma enough)
Birth Canal (Poetry) - 4/1/2014 5:08:32 AM
'Ups and downs
twists and turns
a cry of why me'
where is the
answer, if there is any!
But this: there is hope,
keep the faith!
Well done, Shervin!
Birth Canal (Poetry) - 3/31/2014 6:49:49 AM
I already commented on this poem in the articles section. Let's hope that last line occurs very infrequently.
Ron
Birth Canal (Poetry) - 3/30/2014 2:34:50 PM
Our births are only the beginning of everything unknown to us. To some babies birth is unwanted and the abuse will begin. Sad, but true.
Sandie
Childhood (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 8:57:21 PM
mmmm i totally agree there is so much damage being done toi children i had a dodgy childhood and can totally understand your thoughts and feelings Really good job
Co-author (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 4:54:12 PM
there really is no such thing as a good or bad ending, is there ...
Co-author (Poetry) - 3/18/2014 6:51:24 AM
"You may want to make sure the ending is “good”
yet you cannot describe what “good” is." That is a wonderful sentence, Shervin. I feel in your message here that 'patience' is a main character in our books. And confidence. I like the idea of not writing ahead of this chapter, let alone the 'next' chapter.' This is a lovely reminder that we do have the pencil in our hand. Thank you. ~~ Diana
Co-author (Poetry) - 3/17/2014 8:04:41 AM
I have a twin brother and significant other, but so far, I have no co-author for my life that I was born alone into, have lived alone, and will die alone in.
Ron
Co-author (Poetry) - 3/16/2014 7:13:41 PM
So true.
Sandie
To Judge or Not To Judge? (Poetry) - 2/26/2014 6:58:03 AM
I hear what you have written to be an astute view of what happens when we attempt to discount another person. This writing is serendipitously important to me right now and I am glad to have read your post here about this very prevalent human behavior. Thank you. ~~ Diana
To Judge or Not To Judge? (Poetry) - 2/24/2014 11:29:29 AM
Judging, even discrimination is hardly a negative activity. It is an essential faculty for survival. We judge the food we eat, the company we keep, the distance between our car and the pedestrian in the crosswalk. Problems arise, and are a detriment to our survival (as individuals and species) when we pre-judge, discriminate without evidence or on knee-jerk/fear responses. We carry a gun or book of scripture believing it is the arbiter and proof of our righteousness. We 'belong' to this or that group, assured that outsiders have already proven their worthlessness. These are not judgments, of course, but failure to examine, assess and conclude based upon the reality of a situation or a 'mandatory' response and sentence. We have grown quite careless in our use of language. Perhaps it is the way the question is phrased which occludes our 'judgment' ... Yes people can be harmed, even without remorse ... but not without consequence.
To Judge or Not To Judge? (Poetry) - 2/24/2014 7:28:52 AM
There are levels of judgment in almost everything. Constructive criticism requires a subtle balance between judging and encouraging, enabling the person receiving the criticism to understand that all options are not necessarily good.
Makes me recall a comment I made toward an author here who has written several books condemning our president for his supposedly future intentions. I could only conclude from what was written that the man was acting on his inner racist inclinations. He fired back that I shouldn't be calling anyone names. If racist describes a certain behavior, it may be judgmental, but certainly not name-calling. Sometimes we have to call a spade a spade. Even if someone does not like to hear it.
Ron
To Judge or Not To Judge? (Poetry) - 2/23/2014 11:34:34 PM
I agree with Sandie. Then add one more thing...let God be the judge. Amen
To Judge or Not To Judge? (Poetry) - 2/23/2014 7:23:14 PM
... And while you're writing this statement you are also judging others on how they should or should not judge others. It seems the cycle will never end. The fact is we are all individuals living separate lives, we do not need others' approvals in how we should live our lives, or what is right to say, and what's not to say. We don't live for others' approvals. Others may say a lot of things, because everyone has their own opinions...like you yourself are giving one now. If we all have to get upset at anything that others perceive as wrong, we will definitely live through hell that are created by others. The fact that if we understand that we all don't live by others' opinions of ourselves, that's when we will find our inner peace and happiness, because we are the ones who is living our own lives, and we have the ability to make ourselves happy, regardless of what everyone may say about us.
Lastly...if I may say... Giving one's opinion of another ISN'T about judging another. It is because we understand fully that it is only our own opinion, and others will have the rights to agree, or disagree with us.
Sandie :o)
Window to My Soul (Poetry) - 2/11/2014 7:25:42 AM
A wonderful thought. Happens to me every day, making every day, Valentine's Day.
Ron
Window to My Soul (Poetry) - 2/10/2014 5:14:22 PM
Excellent, Shervin. Just plain excellent. ~~ Diana
Waves (Poetry) - 1/27/2014 11:09:45 AM
Your metaphor of waves is perfect. It describes exactly what happens to those that are blindsided by cruel reality not of their own making. Whether they come out from under the deep water can be a matter of luck or of determination. Some are able to bring their heads above water and some are not. Are we to look down upon those who have failed? I think not. We should all be compassionate enough to find a way to help them at least be comfortable.
Ron
Waves (Poetry) - 1/27/2014 2:12:05 AM
I don't know if you have gone through it. But I know the trauma of my husband who survived it. Everything that we built for 20 years were taken away. He was cheated and we had to begin from zero without loosing hope. That too we were in a foreign country. That is how it happened.We just let it pass and built it all over one after the other. It is like n accident when it happens , you have to pick up from there that is if you are able to walk.....-roseline
Faith (Poetry) - 1/13/2014 9:10:27 AM
I'd have Faith if Faith will have me… Just thinking. ;-)
Lots of questions, few answers.
Ron
Faith (Poetry) - 1/13/2014 7:36:27 AM
Very good questions. We need to have faith in ourselves.
Michael D.
Faith (Poetry) - 1/13/2014 5:19:37 AM
Another thought provoking write Shervin-
Continued success.
Barbara J Henry
Faith (Poetry) - 1/12/2014 6:48:45 PM
I enjoyed reading your inspiring poem today. This poem really makes
a person think does you really have faced when faced with really tough
adversities, do you continue to move forward or give up? Thank you
for writing such a poem. Loved it.
Emotional Honesty (Poetry) - 1/5/2014 2:12:29 PM
Sage advice here,Shervin, as is characteristic of all of your poems that I have read.Continued success-
Barbara J.Henry
Do I Promise? (Poetry) - 1/5/2014 2:06:59 PM
What a challenging thought provoking poem, Shervin! Fortunately, because of the time I have spent in getting to know, accept, and love myself, I can answer yes to most of the questions. It takes much time to get to the place where we can be completely honest with ourselves.
Thank you for sharing this superbly written work,and may this new year bring success in all of your endeavors.
Barbara J. Henry
Emotional Honesty (Poetry) - 12/21/2013 7:21:38 AM
A wise and uplifting poem.
Emotional Honesty (Poetry) - 12/10/2013 4:19:41 AM
Your poem takes me to Heavenly places filled with joy.
Peace, love and blessings,
John Michael Domino
Separated Pieces (Poetry) - 11/11/2013 3:36:02 PM
Beautiful, powerfully thought provoking,Shervin.
Those separated pieces make us who we are,as you so eloquently
stated. Thank you for sharing,and continued success.
Barbara J Henry
Honesty (Poetry) - 10/14/2013 10:30:15 AM
Another powerful and thought provoking poem, Shervin,and it, like the rest of your work, is quite true.
Thank you
Barbara J. Henry
Honesty (Poetry) - 10/14/2013 5:25:03 AM
Too many questions for which God only knows the answers. Today we don't want to hurt feeling so we "curb" the exact truth or we don't want others to think less of us so we "hide" the truth. Who are we kidding?
Excellent reflective poetry!
John M.D.
Childhood (Poetry) - 9/30/2013 8:55:13 PM
I at times think that I can figure out a persons past by the way they act /react to situations, their responses, in the present. Not sure if that is truly correct. But I've been right on before. If that makes sense. Poem reminded me of that.
Childhood (Poetry) - 9/30/2013 8:05:35 AM
Got me thinking about Michael Jackson and his lost childhood.
Ron
Leaving it to the Universe (Poetry) - 9/25/2013 6:12:53 PM
Believe the Universal Law you speak of here is the law of cause and effect.
What You Experience (Poetry) - 9/16/2013 6:48:01 AM
You are a man of much experience––now able to share it with the world.
Ron
Life Lesson (Poetry) - 9/2/2013 6:55:06 AM
You've got me. I've often wondered that same thing. I've also observed how people will suddenly change their attitude when forced by circumstance. If only they could see both sides of the coin initially.
Ron
Life Lesson (Poetry) - 9/1/2013 7:41:16 PM
Life is a mystery...
Cats hold keys that unlock mystery...
Poetic thoughts are appreciated and welcome...
Well done Shervin!
John Michael Domino
Change Prespective (Poetry) - 8/19/2013 9:09:39 AM
I've looked at life from many sides now, and find that many are very narrow minded.
Ron
Change Prespective (Poetry) - 8/18/2013 2:05:09 PM
Nothing like having the right perspective
Knowing Myself (Poetry) - 8/5/2013 8:34:54 AM
A great soul searching poetic song. Yes, most of us come to know our real self. I found out in my spiritual journey in life. It's a wonderful peace to know thy self.
Amen
John MD
Be Now! (Poetry) - 7/22/2013 6:17:25 AM
As usual, good advice.
Ron
If Only (Poetry) - 7/8/2013 6:04:48 AM
Life is filled with, “if onlys." it's the, “What am I going to do about its," that count. Otherwise we're just plucking petals from daisies.
Ron
If Only (Poetry) - 7/7/2013 4:20:32 PM
Another thought provoking poem that has
a powerful message,and I thank you for
sharing it with us here in The Den.
Continued success/
Barbara J Henry
Click Away (Poetry) - 6/24/2013 11:15:54 PM
Great poetic thoughts about a world gone mad.
May you have peace, love and abundant blessings,
John Michael Domino
Click Away (Poetry) - 6/24/2013 6:24:46 AM
Saves a lot of arguments, too. ;-)
Ron
Click Away (Poetry) - 6/24/2013 4:49:58 AM
Emotions might hurt the poor things, things that look like humans, are just things, like electrons, and their shallow messages.
You've hit it right on the button my friend, much wisdom in your thoughts Shervin.
How Am I? (Poetry) - 6/6/2013 1:51:55 PM
A landlady I once had used open every conversation with, “How's your liver.” I'm not sure if I ever said it to her, but the proper answer is, “Still livin'.”
Ron
How Am I? (Poetry) - 6/5/2013 9:48:51 PM
I just filled in a questionnaire about prospective jury duty in which I answered your question as it relates to how well I might judge whether someone committed a crime. I decided they would not get a fair hearing with me on the jury.
How Am I? (Poetry) - 6/5/2013 2:00:54 PM
I'm afraid of asking myself that, cause then I'd have to be honest with my self in my answer...e
Giving Back (Poetry) - 5/30/2013 7:00:09 AM
Shervin, this is wonderful in my eyes~ What a great way to convey this message....in a vignette just as you have created here. I truly appreciate the conclusion and the way you have capitalized and underlined and exclamation-pointed the word: "Yourself!" For I understand this whole poem, but especially that word "Yourself!" to be speaking of 'authenticity.' I like to spin that outward to be saying we ARE the wind, sun, land and therefore need not be beholden (especially obligatorily) to parts of ourselves which are together and one with all of life. Totally insightful. Thank you. ~~ Diana
Giving Back (Poetry) - 5/27/2013 5:46:14 AM
I hope to accept a kindness with grace. But I do not want to accept stuff. Stuff fills my world and I want to give it back.
I've had my share of good fortune and I'm glad for that. There's no way that I could pay back anyone or anything for that.
Ron
Giving Back (Poetry) - 5/26/2013 5:28:27 PM
Great lesson Shervin and shared in a most convincing and memorable way.
Happy Memorial Day to you and your loved ones and continued success.
Barbara J. Henry
Love Me! (Poetry) - 5/13/2013 7:36:45 AM
Your poem offers the right approach to dementia.
Ron
Love Me! (Poetry) - 5/13/2013 4:07:26 AM
So much love needed, a wonderful insightful write, especially on mothers day, those most giving of souls now lost themselves, bless you!
Love Me! (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 5:20:52 PM
Shervin,
Reality for many, I have worked in a nursing home and have seen first hand the helplessness in their eyes.
Many blessings,
+Linda
Love Me! (Poetry) - 5/12/2013 4:42:26 PM
I have seen the blank stares, looking to find what they do not know is lost.
G
For The First Time (Poetry) - 4/29/2013 7:19:43 AM
My younger brother experience that angst. For some reason, I never did ask my parents argued, mostly over money. Still, they stayed together for 62 years and enjoyed life for most of it. The arguing became much less in later years as they came to understand one another better.
Ron
Unfortunate Events (Poetry) - 4/22/2013 2:10:47 PM
This work, like so many of your other pieces Shervin, is thought provoking and contains great advice.
Thank you for sharing it.
Barbara J. Henry
Unfortunate Events (Poetry) - 4/15/2013 11:30:35 AM
our feelings come as a results of our experiences...we must be honest with ourselves and face them, otherwise they haunt us.
asa
Unfortunate Events (Poetry) - 4/15/2013 7:53:30 AM
I lost my sole, but took my lost sole and my shoe to a shoemaker and got put back on again. ;-) Only cost me an arm and a leg; not bad for retrieving a sole.
Ron
Emotional By-Pass (Poetry) - 4/1/2013 6:14:15 AM
How do I feel?
With my hands and think with my brain. ;-)
Ron
Emotional By-Pass (Poetry) - 3/31/2013 11:51:17 AM
My friend, unless I burn out, the only way to view the real world at this moment is exactly that, and most needed, and no I don't not know the impact, but I will be useless to myself and others if I don't, but thank you for reminding me, bless ya,
Healing Crises (Poetry) - 3/20/2013 11:29:50 AM
This poem,like many of your wonderfully written thought provoking works, provides another opportunity for me to read a beautiful poem and to ponder over it long after the reading has ended.
Thank you for sharing, and continued success.
Barbara J.Henry
Healing Crises (Poetry) - 3/18/2013 7:54:03 AM
If only it could be that easy to console a woman.
Ron
Shame of Being (Poetry) - 3/4/2013 7:21:33 AM
Sadly far too many have to go through this process, bless you!
Listen to Me (Poetry) - 2/18/2013 5:41:48 AM
Wise words in this world of multitasking, minimal listening.
Ron
Listen to Me (Poetry) - 2/17/2013 5:58:40 PM
This is a wonderful message and the lyrics and arrangement shape it in an appealing delivery. The two lines: "Observe my facial expressions as I speak./They have a story that mere words may not convey." are precious messages, culminated in the very next line, "Observe me with your attention, as if we have just met for the first time." Splendid way to present this essence of human kindness and positive-energy connection. Thank you! ~~ Diana
Will You? (Poetry) - 2/4/2013 11:18:30 AM
A tall order that some can handle and most cannot. That's how you find out who your real friends are.
Ron
Balcony People (Poetry) - 2/4/2013 6:29:06 AM
If you have created this term, "balcony people," I commend that concept. It not only infers 'audience,' but it infers 'watching over,' which transcends to 'angels,' and I like that image. Especially wonderful to me is your question, "Are you your own balcony person?" Very good. Thanks. ~~ Diana
Will You? (Poetry) - 2/4/2013 6:18:16 AM
A most profound question, that encompasses the human frailty and the need for love external to himself. Another wonderful addition to your valuable insights, bless you!
Balcony People (Poetry) - 1/27/2013 2:15:43 PM
Another great, thought provoking work Shervin,and I thank you for reminding me of "my balcony people," those who have been there to cheer me on,as I cheer for myself and others.
Continued Success/
Barbara J Henry
Balcony People (Poetry) - 1/21/2013 11:10:04 AM
I was waiting in the wings until I reviewed five novels last year and posted their reviews from my balcony.
Ron
Balcony People (Poetry) - 1/21/2013 6:19:28 AM
Boy, what truth indeed, yes a little love and cheering sure does the trick for most beings doesn't it, bless ya, wonderful write.
Are You Ready? (Poetry) - 1/6/2013 2:14:34 PM
What control Shervin, I amd married to the dragon, what are you saying man, Hugs!
Size Matters (Poetry) - 12/24/2012 7:53:01 AM
Well presented reminders of that which we often perceive only as a blur of our experience.
Little Red Bag (Poetry) - 12/9/2012 9:26:21 PM
a bag of talented thoughts
Undeveloped Talents (Poetry) - 11/26/2012 7:29:43 AM
You got me thinking about my parents' talents. Except for my father's gift for playing music by ear, I am quite good at what both my parents were good at, and never felt any pressure, growing up to match their skills as I forged mine.
Ron
