A second chance at life
Key ingredient for grasping a second chance at life22 total reviews
Comment from EMB
This is a powerful and necessary piece of work, T. I enjoyed the way you boldly provided the "what's sometimes wrong" and follow them up with sound advice. We all could benefit from heeding these words, remembering them particularly on days when things seem to be going so well. It would certainly elevate our appreciation.
Excellent work.
reply by the author on 08-Oct-2012
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This is a powerful and necessary piece of work, T. I enjoyed the way you boldly provided the "what's sometimes wrong" and follow them up with sound advice. We all could benefit from heeding these words, remembering them particularly on days when things seem to be going so well. It would certainly elevate our appreciation.
Excellent work.
Comment Written 08-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 08-Oct-2012
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Thanks, Edward for this elegantly worded and encouraging review, I appreciate it as well as the generous rating.
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Thanks, Edward for this elegantly worded and encouraging review, I appreciate it as well as the generous rating.
Comment from Meta~Mark
This is definitely a Key ingredient for grasping a second chance at life, I needed this message today as I had a sh...ty day my dear friend, lost 200 from my bank envelope and my job contract got stalled from some skeleton in my traffic closet, be thankeful and forgive others, I need to Forgive myself as well!
BRAVO!
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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This is definitely a Key ingredient for grasping a second chance at life, I needed this message today as I had a sh...ty day my dear friend, lost 200 from my bank envelope and my job contract got stalled from some skeleton in my traffic closet, be thankeful and forgive others, I need to Forgive myself as well!
BRAVO!
Comment Written 08-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks for sharing your angst and for reading my poem. I am going to predict that you will have something good happen very soon that will overshadow these negative incidences. Let me know when it happens! Take care, and peace!
Comment from mermaids
Living in the moment is what is under our control, the past is the past, it cannot be changed yet so many are stuck there. As I get older, I am finding more joy in daily life like the examples you describe. THe birds singing in my backyard, tasty food and funny moments make life meaningful. Your essay is full of good pyschology and wisdom.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Living in the moment is what is under our control, the past is the past, it cannot be changed yet so many are stuck there. As I get older, I am finding more joy in daily life like the examples you describe. THe birds singing in my backyard, tasty food and funny moments make life meaningful. Your essay is full of good pyschology and wisdom.
Comment Written 08-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, mermaids for your amazingly insightful comments and the generous rating! Both are sincerely appreciated!
Comment from justatuna
As I read your wonderful story, it's cold outside. I still have my window open. I hear a young hawk calling. Makes me think of the picture you painted. Our beliefs may be somewhat different, but the fact that there's something greater than ourselves is obvious. Very well done. Thank you.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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As I read your wonderful story, it's cold outside. I still have my window open. I hear a young hawk calling. Makes me think of the picture you painted. Our beliefs may be somewhat different, but the fact that there's something greater than ourselves is obvious. Very well done. Thank you.
Comment Written 08-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, justatunafor your amazingly insightful comments and the generous rating! You are right about beliefs, because I know without a doubt there is something greater than I. Blessings and peace to you!
Comment from bossladyone
I like it. The message in the writing is a great message. It is well written and flows nicely. The picture is a cute one also. Everyday is a new chance at life and we have to grasp it and live it to the fullest
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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I like it. The message in the writing is a great message. It is well written and flows nicely. The picture is a cute one also. Everyday is a new chance at life and we have to grasp it and live it to the fullest
Comment Written 06-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, bossladyone for your insightful comments and the generous rating! Both are sincerely appreciated! I am also glad you liked it!!!
Comment from c_lucas
Each of us creates our own universe. It could not exist without our guidance. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a good read.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Each of us creates our own universe. It could not exist without our guidance. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a good read.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, c_lucas for this insightful review. I am happy you got something out of it!
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You're welcome, T9. Charlie
Comment from ameen786
Bravo! Dossie my friend, a superb, philosophical essay on facts of life, i.e., as we should/must live/love every moment as it's the last and yes, forbearance plays a good part in our happiness/comfort; a profound write my friend, thanks for sharing your wisdom, God bless.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Bravo! Dossie my friend, a superb, philosophical essay on facts of life, i.e., as we should/must live/love every moment as it's the last and yes, forbearance plays a good part in our happiness/comfort; a profound write my friend, thanks for sharing your wisdom, God bless.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, ameen786 for this insightful and encouraging review! Many blessing to you, too!
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
Profound advice all around, Dossie! Especially getting beyond the past.. too many of us live there, instead of here in the present. And forgiving others means also to forgive the "flaws" you see in others, even if they do not affect you. Looking down at people who do you no harm is just foolish and detracts from your own joy in living. FIND THE GOOD... glad you said that!
As much as possible, lived in the moment. << TYPO here... you meant LIVE with no D on the end.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Profound advice all around, Dossie! Especially getting beyond the past.. too many of us live there, instead of here in the present. And forgiving others means also to forgive the "flaws" you see in others, even if they do not affect you. Looking down at people who do you no harm is just foolish and detracts from your own joy in living. FIND THE GOOD... glad you said that!
As much as possible, lived in the moment. << TYPO here... you meant LIVE with no D on the end.
Comment Written 06-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, Phyllis! I appreciate this awesome review - try to believe there's good in everyone, it's not easy, but it's a starting point.
Comment from adewpearl
You make an insightful point about how it often takes an egregious event to make us appreciate life in its second chance phase
Your world is only as large as you allow it to be - I really like that observation in an essay filled with insights :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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You make an insightful point about how it often takes an egregious event to make us appreciate life in its second chance phase
Your world is only as large as you allow it to be - I really like that observation in an essay filled with insights :-) Brooke
Comment Written 05-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, Brooke for this awesome review. Your comments make me smile - thank you!
Comment from jjstar
****** VIRTUAL SIX FOR YOU
There is nothing sadder than seeing folks who have been hurt, displaced, humiliated by loss or what have you, give up and let grief do them in.
Everyday you read in the papers about the people who have lost everything due to the recession, hurricane, floods what have you. I've been on the receiving end. My husband is having a very hard time facing the loss of our retirement fund due to the recession, but everyday I remind him of the things we are still blessed with, like our children being healthy, and ending up much better than others.
Working in school it is perhaps easier for me to stay optimistic and thankful. I feel sorry for those who are entombed by their disappointments and losses. I understand, but I think it is true that people die from broken hearts and apathy.
Anyway, I could go on..I won't. Thank you for writing this piece. It's one of your very, very best!
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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****** VIRTUAL SIX FOR YOU
There is nothing sadder than seeing folks who have been hurt, displaced, humiliated by loss or what have you, give up and let grief do them in.
Everyday you read in the papers about the people who have lost everything due to the recession, hurricane, floods what have you. I've been on the receiving end. My husband is having a very hard time facing the loss of our retirement fund due to the recession, but everyday I remind him of the things we are still blessed with, like our children being healthy, and ending up much better than others.
Working in school it is perhaps easier for me to stay optimistic and thankful. I feel sorry for those who are entombed by their disappointments and losses. I understand, but I think it is true that people die from broken hearts and apathy.
Anyway, I could go on..I won't. Thank you for writing this piece. It's one of your very, very best!
Comment Written 05-Oct-2012
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2012
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Thanks, jjstar! I'll take a virtual six because it's what's in the heart that matters. Your review delights me and I am more than delighted to know something in it resonated with you. May you find favor and blessings with all you meet!