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Comment from Pam (respa)
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-Good artwork and nice presentation, Jen.
-You wrote a good poem with a good topic.
-You also offer good advice about grief and tears.
-It is important not to waste it on small things,
even though they can be aggravating.
-You make a very good point in the last line.
-Good luck in the contest.
-One small thing: real is two syllables.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2024
    Thanks Pam
reply by Pam (respa) on 14-Mar-2024
    You are welcome.
Comment from LJbutterfly
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This is great advice, expressed in just a few well chosen words, especially useful for young adults, experiencing the wonders of life and relationships. When I was young, I cried over every disappointment, and then I experienced real grief.

Your poem is well thought out with a meaningful message. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2024
    Thank you so much. Jen
Comment from Kaiku
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I read this a few times and thought it meaningful. I wonder where the emotion would go if your lovely verse were to end in 'joy' That's a different step for sure. Nicely done.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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This is wise advice here Jen, never get upset about the small stuff as there are too many occasions when our tears fall for grief, I enjoyed your offer for the contest, love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Thanks a lot Dolly. X
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    So glad you enjoyed it Dolly. Love Jen. X
Comment from royowen
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Absolutely, the kind of tears that God stored up in a bottle, are those that are cried for others, compassion was Christ's hallmark, 'He looked on the multitudes and saw the people without a shepherd' beautifully written, blessings Jen, Roy

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen
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reply by royowen on 13-Mar-2024
    Welcome
Comment from lyenochka
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But it takes a life time to discern what is the "meaningless" grief and "real" grief. A thoughtful version of the old adage to not "cry over spilled milk." Best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen
Comment from gramalot8
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This is a wonderful entry for the 5-7-5 contest. You give your readers a great message to ponder on with your words. It is so easy to get emotional over trivial things. Thanks for sharing this with us and good luck in the contest.

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 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen
Comment from jessizero
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I really liked the sentiment behind this poem. I think you are absolutely right that we should reserve tears for things that truly deserve them. You got the syllable count right, too. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.

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 Comment Written 13-Mar-2024


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2024
    Many thanks. Jen.