Comments received on poems by Poetic Licence
My Heart Still Beats The Same
Cassie58 said:
Children can be so cruel. I can remember being ridiculed because I looked like a stick insect. It hurt at the time, but I do believe I grew in strength as a result of those experiences. A touching write dear Tobani, which resonated with me.
January 4th, 2025 11:25
Cassie58 said:
Children can be so cruel. I can remember being ridiculed because I looked like a stick insect. It hurt at the time, but I do believe I grew in strength as a result of those experiences. A touching write dear Tobani, which resonated with me.
January 4th, 2025 11:25
My Heart Still Beats The Same
Tristan Robert Lange said:
For some, childhood was a dream, for others a nightmarish horror. I had a mix of the two. My home life was stable overall, but my school/social life was a living horror. Abusive teachers, bullied by my peers, a social outcast (not even sure why)…then add in a Traumatic Brain Injury, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, substance use, etc. Poetry, faith and a few very beloved friends got me through…but some of that may have been more luck than anything. We all know those who did not survive those times…well, at least I do. 😢 I could have been, came close to being, one of them. Anyway, your poem touches my heart because it hits a heart that has wide cracks in it from experiencing its content. In some ways, this heart stopped beating the same way as a result. It misses beats now. I know these words, deeply and personally, and I am sorry you or anyone else has had to go through it. This can be a cold harsh world and that harshness can certainly manifest in the worst ways in children as well as adults. 😔 A wonderful, moving expression of an ugly, horrific reality. 🌹👏❤️🩹
January 4th, 2025 10:06
Tristan Robert Lange said:
For some, childhood was a dream, for others a nightmarish horror. I had a mix of the two. My home life was stable overall, but my school/social life was a living horror. Abusive teachers, bullied by my peers, a social outcast (not even sure why)…then add in a Traumatic Brain Injury, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, substance use, etc. Poetry, faith and a few very beloved friends got me through…but some of that may have been more luck than anything. We all know those who did not survive those times…well, at least I do. 😢 I could have been, came close to being, one of them. Anyway, your poem touches my heart because it hits a heart that has wide cracks in it from experiencing its content. In some ways, this heart stopped beating the same way as a result. It misses beats now. I know these words, deeply and personally, and I am sorry you or anyone else has had to go through it. This can be a cold harsh world and that harshness can certainly manifest in the worst ways in children as well as adults. 😔 A wonderful, moving expression of an ugly, horrific reality. 🌹👏❤️🩹
January 4th, 2025 10:06
My Heart Still Beats The Same
arqios said:
Being different is a distinction but there is great comfort in being the same, it’s a crowd thing, in every observable culture. There is a strong pull to go either direction and a strong sense of self and trusted support community can make things easier.
January 4th, 2025 07:47
arqios said:
Being different is a distinction but there is great comfort in being the same, it’s a crowd thing, in every observable culture. There is a strong pull to go either direction and a strong sense of self and trusted support community can make things easier.
January 4th, 2025 07:47
My Heart Still Beats The Same
rin said:
If everyone around you is crazy and you are sane, you will have the illusion that you are crazy. Your point of view is unique, and I feel your words have a sincere soul.
January 4th, 2025 05:35
rin said:
If everyone around you is crazy and you are sane, you will have the illusion that you are crazy. Your point of view is unique, and I feel your words have a sincere soul.
January 4th, 2025 05:35
My Heart Still Beats The Same
sorenbarrett said:
All social animals have a tendency to pick on those that they perceive as different. Sometimes this results in death and at others such adversity creates great strength. Certainly from that perspective there is the capacity for greater compassion and understanding. A wonderful write that flows from the heart that same heart that beats the same.
January 4th, 2025 04:38
sorenbarrett said:
All social animals have a tendency to pick on those that they perceive as different. Sometimes this results in death and at others such adversity creates great strength. Certainly from that perspective there is the capacity for greater compassion and understanding. A wonderful write that flows from the heart that same heart that beats the same.
January 4th, 2025 04:38
Break The Spell That`s Cast
Thad Wilk said:
Great poem and
message I\'ll beware! 👍
I\'ll enjoy the view
while it\'s still there!! 🤩✌️
Thanks for sharing my friend!
Best regards ✌️
January 3rd, 2025 18:26
Thad Wilk said:
Great poem and
message I\'ll beware! 👍
I\'ll enjoy the view
while it\'s still there!! 🤩✌️
Thanks for sharing my friend!
Best regards ✌️
January 3rd, 2025 18:26
Break The Spell That`s Cast
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Yup. Ain’t that ending the egregeous truth, my friend. Gorgeous poem, rings as it’s read out loud and its message rings starkly true and urgent. Well done! 🌹👏
January 3rd, 2025 13:11
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Yup. Ain’t that ending the egregeous truth, my friend. Gorgeous poem, rings as it’s read out loud and its message rings starkly true and urgent. Well done! 🌹👏
January 3rd, 2025 13:11
Break The Spell That`s Cast
Bella Shepard said:
You speak beautifully of the wonderful, healing properties of our incredible natural world. Take a walk and find healing beyond compare. Great write!
January 3rd, 2025 10:23
Bella Shepard said:
You speak beautifully of the wonderful, healing properties of our incredible natural world. Take a walk and find healing beyond compare. Great write!
January 3rd, 2025 10:23
Break The Spell That`s Cast
arqios said:
What an inspiring poem on the journey toward inner peace and the importance of connecting with nature. Its evocative language and imagery draw the reader into a meditative state. It is powerful to inspire and quite deeply moving.
January 3rd, 2025 07:40
arqios said:
What an inspiring poem on the journey toward inner peace and the importance of connecting with nature. Its evocative language and imagery draw the reader into a meditative state. It is powerful to inspire and quite deeply moving.
January 3rd, 2025 07:40
Break The Spell That`s Cast
2781 said:
Nice twist at the end.
What did Bob say? Oh, man has invented his doom
Fist step was touching the moon
January 3rd, 2025 07:18
2781 said:
Nice twist at the end.
What did Bob say? Oh, man has invented his doom
Fist step was touching the moon
January 3rd, 2025 07:18
Break The Spell That`s Cast
Mutley Ravishes said:
It\'s a powerful spell that\'s cast, isn\'t it? So strong that it\'s been said there are two more rounds to come after this 5th one!
January 3rd, 2025 06:52
Mutley Ravishes said:
It\'s a powerful spell that\'s cast, isn\'t it? So strong that it\'s been said there are two more rounds to come after this 5th one!
January 3rd, 2025 06:52
Break The Spell That`s Cast
rin said:
The world we live in today is contradicted by the fact that the good parts of nature are disappearing as humans try to produce them.
January 3rd, 2025 04:48
rin said:
The world we live in today is contradicted by the fact that the good parts of nature are disappearing as humans try to produce them.
January 3rd, 2025 04:48
Break The Spell That`s Cast
sorenbarrett said:
I remember well as a youth climbing the mountains and camping where we would not see another person for weeks. Today hikers and campers are so thick you have to fight them off the trails. Things have changed people are everywhere and with them they bring their problems, eco-devastation, crime, charging for the privilege of parking, standing, looking, noise and just general annoyance. Loved the poem
January 3rd, 2025 04:08
sorenbarrett said:
I remember well as a youth climbing the mountains and camping where we would not see another person for weeks. Today hikers and campers are so thick you have to fight them off the trails. Things have changed people are everywhere and with them they bring their problems, eco-devastation, crime, charging for the privilege of parking, standing, looking, noise and just general annoyance. Loved the poem
January 3rd, 2025 04:08
Think Twice Before Sending
Thomas W Case said:
Absolutely. Good work, my friend.
January 2nd, 2025 23:10
Thomas W Case said:
Absolutely. Good work, my friend.
January 2nd, 2025 23:10
I Might Be A Lunatic
NinjaGirl said:
they say the only things people can agree on are death and taxes...I\'ve tried to think of a few more, but there is always the thought that someone will choose not to believe something just for the heck of it.
January 2nd, 2025 17:35
NinjaGirl said:
they say the only things people can agree on are death and taxes...I\'ve tried to think of a few more, but there is always the thought that someone will choose not to believe something just for the heck of it.
January 2nd, 2025 17:35
Think Twice Before Sending
NinjaGirl said:
very wise words, friend! well said!
January 2nd, 2025 17:34
NinjaGirl said:
very wise words, friend! well said!
January 2nd, 2025 17:34
Think Twice Before Sending
David Wakeling said:
Some good advice here.So well constructed. I love the rhyme and cadnce. Excellent
January 2nd, 2025 14:40
David Wakeling said:
Some good advice here.So well constructed. I love the rhyme and cadnce. Excellent
January 2nd, 2025 14:40
Think Twice Before Sending
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wow! Amen! The poem is spot on! I, too, have seen and witnessed that. Again, as your note puts it, 99.9% of the comments on this site are encouraging and supportive. This is truly one of THE most supportive communities I am privileged to be a part of. Still, even 0.1% shitty-ness is 0.1% to much, imho! You are right to craft this poem and call it out. And yes, arqios\' words...and now yours...very much ring true! Well done, friend! 🌹👏
January 2nd, 2025 14:32
Tristan Robert Lange said:
Wow! Amen! The poem is spot on! I, too, have seen and witnessed that. Again, as your note puts it, 99.9% of the comments on this site are encouraging and supportive. This is truly one of THE most supportive communities I am privileged to be a part of. Still, even 0.1% shitty-ness is 0.1% to much, imho! You are right to craft this poem and call it out. And yes, arqios\' words...and now yours...very much ring true! Well done, friend! 🌹👏
January 2nd, 2025 14:32
Think Twice Before Sending
Thad Wilk said:
Powerful poem
message and advice!! 🙏
Don\'t send out rude
comments, try to be nice! 👍
Be kind and think twice!
Awesome penning my friend!!
Best regards ✌️ Thad
January 2nd, 2025 10:38
Thad Wilk said:
Powerful poem
message and advice!! 🙏
Don\'t send out rude
comments, try to be nice! 👍
Be kind and think twice!
Awesome penning my friend!!
Best regards ✌️ Thad
January 2nd, 2025 10:38
Think Twice Before Sending
arqios said:
Thank you for this timely and timeless reminder.
January 2nd, 2025 05:58
arqios said:
Thank you for this timely and timeless reminder.
January 2nd, 2025 05:58
Think Twice Before Sending
sorenbarrett said:
A most poignant write with a message we all should hear. If you enjoy poetry you must encourage the poet. True poetry in a landscape of technology is dying and needs careful nurturance to thrive. Be kind is the message and point is well taken
January 2nd, 2025 04:57
sorenbarrett said:
A most poignant write with a message we all should hear. If you enjoy poetry you must encourage the poet. True poetry in a landscape of technology is dying and needs careful nurturance to thrive. Be kind is the message and point is well taken
January 2nd, 2025 04:57
Think Twice Before Sending
orchidee said:
Yes, and be careful in sending off for things online, etc, which may be scams.
January 2nd, 2025 03:45
orchidee said:
Yes, and be careful in sending off for things online, etc, which may be scams.
January 2nd, 2025 03:45
I Might Be A Lunatic
Kevin Hulme said:
I’m wearing my Straight-Jacket praying the same sentiments.
Well said .
January 1st, 2025 21:57
Kevin Hulme said:
I’m wearing my Straight-Jacket praying the same sentiments.
Well said .
January 1st, 2025 21:57
I Might Be A Lunatic
Soman Ragavan said:
\"Men have called me mad; but the question is not yet settled, whether madness is or is not the loftiest intelligence…”
---Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849). In an apparent lunatic, there might be a genius...Soman Ragavan. 2 January, 2025.
January 1st, 2025 20:28
Soman Ragavan said:
\"Men have called me mad; but the question is not yet settled, whether madness is or is not the loftiest intelligence…”
---Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849). In an apparent lunatic, there might be a genius...Soman Ragavan. 2 January, 2025.
January 1st, 2025 20:28
I Might Be A Lunatic
David Wakeling said:
We have no choice. We have to be Optimistic for our kid\'s sake. Great poem that made me think.
January 1st, 2025 15:27
David Wakeling said:
We have no choice. We have to be Optimistic for our kid\'s sake. Great poem that made me think.
January 1st, 2025 15:27
I Might Be A Lunatic
GenXer Shamrocker ☘️ said:
Anything is possible as long as you have Faith and Hope
January 1st, 2025 14:42
GenXer Shamrocker ☘️ said:
Anything is possible as long as you have Faith and Hope
January 1st, 2025 14:42
I Might Be A Lunatic
Bragee said:
Nice poem!
I too believe in a better world but the believers have to outnumber the destroyers.
January 1st, 2025 11:18
Bragee said:
Nice poem!
I too believe in a better world but the believers have to outnumber the destroyers.
January 1st, 2025 11:18
Evil Apple Tree (Or Is It Me)
Kevin Hulme said:
Sounds like a Stephen King Story. I’m much the same , some weeds get so high, I expect a Giant to climb down one these days. Come Summer and the Gardening fiasco starts again. Good Poem.
January 1st, 2025 11:17
Kevin Hulme said:
Sounds like a Stephen King Story. I’m much the same , some weeds get so high, I expect a Giant to climb down one these days. Come Summer and the Gardening fiasco starts again. Good Poem.
January 1st, 2025 11:17
I Might Be A Lunatic
Bella Shepard said:
It is the lunatics of the world, with their unrealistic visions of what can be as opposed to what is, and have never wavered from their commitment, that has saved us time and again. They\'re still out there. I love this poem and the absolute truth of it. May we keep faith in each other, and make it stronger. Great write!
January 1st, 2025 11:00
Bella Shepard said:
It is the lunatics of the world, with their unrealistic visions of what can be as opposed to what is, and have never wavered from their commitment, that has saved us time and again. They\'re still out there. I love this poem and the absolute truth of it. May we keep faith in each other, and make it stronger. Great write!
January 1st, 2025 11:00
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