Heart Crafted Poems - 2022
Viewing comments for Chapter 93 "Feeling a Sense of Loss"Musings of an old man - 2022
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Comment from Liz O'Neill
You have used some good onomatopoetic words. It will bring the reader down the good memories path. Many will agree with your sentiments. It certainly was a different time. Well expressed.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
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You have used some good onomatopoetic words. It will bring the reader down the good memories path. Many will agree with your sentiments. It certainly was a different time. Well expressed.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
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Thanks Liz, Merry Christmas and happy memories!
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May Joy find you
Comment from GWHARGIS
It is sad, indeed. I feel like that when my husband has to work Christmas eve and Christmas day. But he has no choice. We celebrate together when we can. And tough as it is, we do it. Thought provoking poem. Gretchen
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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It is sad, indeed. I feel like that when my husband has to work Christmas eve and Christmas day. But he has no choice. We celebrate together when we can. And tough as it is, we do it. Thought provoking poem. Gretchen
Comment Written 15-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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Gretchen, yes we do make all opportunities to be Joyful when ever possible, Merry Christmas!
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
Your poignant descriptions made me long for the carefree days when we weren't afraid we might be shot while we were out shopping, or everyone was unrecognizable beneath a mask. Your poem really is lovely.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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Your poignant descriptions made me long for the carefree days when we weren't afraid we might be shot while we were out shopping, or everyone was unrecognizable beneath a mask. Your poem really is lovely.
Comment Written 15-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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Verna, thank you, Merriest of Holidays!
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And right back to you!
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And right back to you!
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading this beautiful poem and agree with every word. It flows so well and I love the delightful artwork that you've chosen. Best wishes and Merry Christmas. Jen.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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I really enjoyed reading this beautiful poem and agree with every word. It flows so well and I love the delightful artwork that you've chosen. Best wishes and Merry Christmas. Jen.
Comment Written 15-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2022
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Jen, wow! What a nice gift, Merry Christmas!
Comment from Bill Schott
This free verse, Feeling a Sense of Loss, defines the word nostalgia. So much fills up our childhood, when big events destroy the routine and spark joy and fellowship throughout the community. As kids we see more of the fun end and less of the production, making our memories more sweet. Good times.
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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This free verse, Feeling a Sense of Loss, defines the word nostalgia. So much fills up our childhood, when big events destroy the routine and spark joy and fellowship throughout the community. As kids we see more of the fun end and less of the production, making our memories more sweet. Good times.
Comment Written 15-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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Bill, a wpnderful assessment all around! Be well!
Comment from Wendy G
A very nostalgic poem, and written well. A yearning for the times past, and the associated good memories are particularly prominent at such times of celebration as Christmas. Where, why and when did all these things start to unravel?
Best wishes
Wendy
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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A very nostalgic poem, and written well. A yearning for the times past, and the associated good memories are particularly prominent at such times of celebration as Christmas. Where, why and when did all these things start to unravel?
Best wishes
Wendy
Comment Written 15-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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Best wishes right back to you Wendy, Thank you so much for your super support this long year. Happiest of Holidays for you and yours? 🙏🙏🎶🎶🎶
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Thank you. How lovely of you, and my very best to you and your loved ones for a very happy and meaningful Christmas season.
Wendy
😊🙏🎶🎄
Comment from MissMerri
I really enjoyed this poem. It is a sad thing to contemplate these days, but so much of what made our childhoods great and special have been replaced by things to make us fearful and cautious. Still, your words and the picture reminded me of all the good times and the importance of gratitude and family and love. Traditions are still alive, fortunately, and we can still celebrate what is good and kind and beautiful in life.
One question for you... in line seven, did you mean "baubles and beads?"
Well done. You have written a most thought-provoking poem. I enjoyed it. MM
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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I really enjoyed this poem. It is a sad thing to contemplate these days, but so much of what made our childhoods great and special have been replaced by things to make us fearful and cautious. Still, your words and the picture reminded me of all the good times and the importance of gratitude and family and love. Traditions are still alive, fortunately, and we can still celebrate what is good and kind and beautiful in life.
One question for you... in line seven, did you mean "baubles and beads?"
Well done. You have written a most thought-provoking poem. I enjoyed it. MM
Comment Written 14-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 15-Dec-2022
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Oh my now that is too funny, yes! I sit laughing at myself for those babbling baubles glittering away. Very Merry Christmas! Miss Meri! 🌹🌹🎶🙏
Comment from Sally Law
There seems to be a lot of sadness this year on FanStory and in our world at present. I would have to agree that we have lost a lot. Yet hope is the essence of Christmas as Jesus was born in a very trying time. King Herod out to death every child u dear two trying to kill Him. Mary, Joseph and Jesus fled to Egypt for a while to protect Jesus from Herod's decree.
We will always have the Christ of Christmas. The gift off Him will never be taken away. Impossible! Sending you my best today as always and blessings for Christmas,
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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There seems to be a lot of sadness this year on FanStory and in our world at present. I would have to agree that we have lost a lot. Yet hope is the essence of Christmas as Jesus was born in a very trying time. King Herod out to death every child u dear two trying to kill Him. Mary, Joseph and Jesus fled to Egypt for a while to protect Jesus from Herod's decree.
We will always have the Christ of Christmas. The gift off Him will never be taken away. Impossible! Sending you my best today as always and blessings for Christmas,
Sal XOs
Comment Written 14-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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Blessings, Dear Sally, Yes! We have the gift of Jesus! Amen ...🙏🙏🎶🎶🎶🎶
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Yes, we do! Amen! Merry Christmas!
Comment from Ginda Simpson
Your words, like old-fashioned Christmas cards, are filled with nostalgia for the way things were. Pausing long enough to ponder this may bring about a return to the importance of little things. Your poetry prompts us all to keep Christmas simple and sacred.
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reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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Your words, like old-fashioned Christmas cards, are filled with nostalgia for the way things were. Pausing long enough to ponder this may bring about a return to the importance of little things. Your poetry prompts us all to keep Christmas simple and sacred.
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Comment Written 14-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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Thanks
Comment from Karyn2
I hear in your poem a sense of loss and yearning for traditions of old which focused on gratitude, generosity, family and community. I too reflect that some of the stress we experience around Christmas is present buying and trying to find something for kids and families who have absolutely everything they need. The joy of giving out of the small blessings and mercies we have to give to another what they may need is lost in consumerism as we all have so much - yet those who do not, are sadly forgotten. Christmas may look different all over the world and our Christmas in hot Aus will never look like the scene depicted but I would love a greater sense of family, community and giving from our overflow to those who have none. I appreciate your writing!
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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I hear in your poem a sense of loss and yearning for traditions of old which focused on gratitude, generosity, family and community. I too reflect that some of the stress we experience around Christmas is present buying and trying to find something for kids and families who have absolutely everything they need. The joy of giving out of the small blessings and mercies we have to give to another what they may need is lost in consumerism as we all have so much - yet those who do not, are sadly forgotten. Christmas may look different all over the world and our Christmas in hot Aus will never look like the scene depicted but I would love a greater sense of family, community and giving from our overflow to those who have none. I appreciate your writing!
Comment Written 13-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 14-Dec-2022
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Karyn, thank you for your validation. may you be able to Find the presence of Peace between busy breaths this Holiday season,
