The Hand
The value of hard work51 total reviews
Comment from nomi338
The hand. Open to be shook in friendship, affirmation, raised in defense or raised as a threat. The hand can be used to caress or comfort. To raise something or someone who has fallen. The hand can also be raised in greeting or to wave farewell. There can be so many uses of the hand that it is difficult to name them all. So then let it suffice to say that there are few body parts that are more important than the useful hand.
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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The hand. Open to be shook in friendship, affirmation, raised in defense or raised as a threat. The hand can be used to caress or comfort. To raise something or someone who has fallen. The hand can also be raised in greeting or to wave farewell. There can be so many uses of the hand that it is difficult to name them all. So then let it suffice to say that there are few body parts that are more important than the useful hand.
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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These hands are open wide, Nolan, to receive your forthright commentary about the necessity of the hand. This wonderful tribute to the hand is delivered with grace and with wit. Thank you so much for the awesome review and the excellent rating.
Have a great rest of your weekend,
Jesse
Comment from rspoet
Hello Jesse,
I guess you could call this a hands-on poem.
You hit the nail squarely on the head in your poem;
the hand is not only critical to crafts, but to art, music
and virtually all aspects of life.
Education is good, but if your car isn't running,
you need a mechanic; if your heater isn't working, a technician.
I like the free verse with a few rhymes.
Your have a nice touch in this poem, and touch is one
of the most important senses.
Well done.
Robert
reply by the author on 01-May-2021
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Hello Jesse,
I guess you could call this a hands-on poem.
You hit the nail squarely on the head in your poem;
the hand is not only critical to crafts, but to art, music
and virtually all aspects of life.
Education is good, but if your car isn't running,
you need a mechanic; if your heater isn't working, a technician.
I like the free verse with a few rhymes.
Your have a nice touch in this poem, and touch is one
of the most important senses.
Well done.
Robert
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 01-May-2021
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Wow, this six-star review revived my day and made it special! Thank you so much, Robert, for the cute comment about the hands-on poem. I am so glad that you like the free verse with a few rhymes just for good measure. You can't take the rhyme completely out of the poet. It simply can't be done! Anyway, I have always been fond of rhyming, and interject it, whenever it seems appropriate. It makes me happy to read your words of kindness saying I have a nice touch in my poem. Thanks, again, for the exceptional review and rating!
Have a wonderful weekend, my friend,
Jesse
Comment from mermaids
I like your theme and yes, there is not shame in doing physical labor. "Everything is made by constant motion" is an excellent use of words that shows the importance and hard work of the hand. Excellent them for a poem that makes the reader think.
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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I like your theme and yes, there is not shame in doing physical labor. "Everything is made by constant motion" is an excellent use of words that shows the importance and hard work of the hand. Excellent them for a poem that makes the reader think.
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Thank you for your thoughtful review. I appreciate you telling me about the parts, such as the theme, that you like best. Thank you for the excellent rating and review.
Have a lovely Sunday,
Jesse
Comment from Michele Harber
Wow, Jesse. I haven't read anything of yours in a while, and I really enjoyed this. You're completely right that there is nothing at all wrong with manual labor. It's to be appreciated and respected, as it's the basis of everything that has made our lives convenient and even possible, and those who perform that manual labor should be equally appreciated and respected.
I particularly enjoyed the flow and rhyme of:
"Everything is made
by constant motion
construction created
with loving devotion."
Thank you, as well, for a little glimpse into your past.
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Wow, Jesse. I haven't read anything of yours in a while, and I really enjoyed this. You're completely right that there is nothing at all wrong with manual labor. It's to be appreciated and respected, as it's the basis of everything that has made our lives convenient and even possible, and those who perform that manual labor should be equally appreciated and respected.
I particularly enjoyed the flow and rhyme of:
"Everything is made
by constant motion
construction created
with loving devotion."
Thank you, as well, for a little glimpse into your past.
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Hello Michele.
It has been a while, and I am so glad you enjoyed reading this.
Thank you for your insightful and encouraging review. I appreciate that you chose a verse that spoke to you the most. Thank you for your kind comments and the excellent rating.
Have a wonderful rest of your weekend,
Jesse
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It's my pleasure, Jesse. I was excited when I saw your name in the Featured Poems list, and I liked the idea behind what you wrote. I hope you enjoy your weekend as well.
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Thanks so much for your boost of confidence! I am not always sure how folks will take to my writing about the hand. But, they did, and for the most part, they got what I was saying, which is good.
Have a pleasant Sunday,
Jesse
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You're welcome. Let's be fair. Manual labor takes skill, practice and knowledge, so why shouldn't it be honored? If we could all do (or were willing to do) manual labor, we wouldn't be hiring manual laborers.
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I agree, Michele, wholeheartedly!
Take care,
Jesse
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Thanks, Jesse. Enjoy the rest of the day. I'm spending my exciting Sunday doing laundry and food shopping.
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Today, I am trying to take it easy and relax at home with my kitty. The computer and Fan Story, beckon me, and it is hard to tear myself away from it, and just chill!
At least I'm not doing chores today.
But, the weekend is sometimes the only time available for those of us on the go!
Have a great day anyway,
Jesse
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Enjoy your free time. I know it?s a rare commodity. I decided to dispense with the food shopping today in favor of paying bills, but the laundry, sadly, couldn?t wait.
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As long as I have enough funds, I don't mind paying bills at all! But I am enjoying my free time.
Try to find some for yourself today.
Jesse
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Not likely. But I?m glad to have time to get things done. It feels good.
Comment from dragonpoet
Jesse,
This free verse poem is so true. The work of a craftsman lost its worth for a while. Now we should be thankful for anything made by hand.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Jesse,
This free verse poem is so true. The work of a craftsman lost its worth for a while. Now we should be thankful for anything made by hand.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Joan
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Thank you, Joan, for your thoughtful comments. The work of a craftsman or laborer needs to be honored. I shall keep writing and remain healthy, and I hope you do the same.
Take care, my friend,
Jesse
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No problem, Jesse. I will try my best to do both.
Joan
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No problem, Jesse. I will try my best to do both.
Joan
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No problem, Jesse. I will try my best to do both.
Joan
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No problem, Jesse. I will try my best to do both.
Joan
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Good morning, Joan.
I am glad to hear it.
Have a great Monday,
Jesse
Comment from royowen
The trouble with humans, even though one day we'll stand naked before the throne of God, and no man can say they are better than another man. We brought not nothing into the world, and can't take a thing from it. Beautifully writtenJesse, excellent free verse, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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The trouble with humans, even though one day we'll stand naked before the throne of God, and no man can say they are better than another man. We brought not nothing into the world, and can't take a thing from it. Beautifully writtenJesse, excellent free verse, blessings Roy
Comment Written 01-May-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Thank you, Roy, for your kind and thoughtful comments about my poem.
Have an excellent day,
Jesse
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You too Jesse
Comment from Janice Canerdy
Your ultra-concise poem conveys a powerful message about the necessity of good old-fashioned--or advanced!--hard work. Labor is what makes the world turn.
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Your ultra-concise poem conveys a powerful message about the necessity of good old-fashioned--or advanced!--hard work. Labor is what makes the world turn.
Comment Written 30-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Yes, Janice, I believe in the necessity of physical labor and hard work and how it should be honored. Thank you for your kind words and this excellent review and rating.
Have a pleasant day,
Jesse
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
It sounds like knowledge has opened doors and when we understand we are at peace, misunderstanding can cause much stress and anxiety. As for hard work, it is always appreciated, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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It sounds like knowledge has opened doors and when we understand we are at peace, misunderstanding can cause much stress and anxiety. As for hard work, it is always appreciated, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 30-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Thank you, Dolly, for getting to the core of what was going through my head as I wrote this. Hard work is its own reward, but it needs to be honored as well by others.
I am glad you enjoyed my offering, and I thank you for the excellent rating and review.
Have a lovely Sunday,
Jesse
Comment from Raul1
This is some interesting poetry you have penned here. Well written. I have enjoyed reading it. Excellent work! I like your poem. No mistakes found. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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This is some interesting poetry you have penned here. Well written. I have enjoyed reading it. Excellent work! I like your poem. No mistakes found. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 30-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Thank you, Raul, for your kind comments, and I am glad you enjoyed this poem. I appreciate you taking the time to review this piece, and I thank you for the excellent rating.
Have a good Sunday,
Jesse
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You're welcome.
Comment from June Sargent
There has been a stigma attached to being a blue collar worker for so long that people have lost sight of the fact that without the hands to execute them - ideas would remain just that - ideas in our munds
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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There has been a stigma attached to being a blue collar worker for so long that people have lost sight of the fact that without the hands to execute them - ideas would remain just that - ideas in our munds
Comment Written 30-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 02-May-2021
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Yes, I agree, June, that people have lost sight of the idea that physical labor built our houses, cars, bridges, freeways, washing machines, etc. We need to honor the laborer and the drafter both. One can't happen without the other taking part. Thank you for this insightful and thoughtful review.
Have a beautiful Sunday,
Jesse