It's not always that rosy on: It's not always that rosy on the other side of the fence. And there are also a lot of great things about being single. In the end we all have to find happiness within ourselves.
Thank you very much. It is: Thank you very much. It is definitely a work in progress, and much can change, but the intention, and the dedication, remain the same.
I'm profoundly honored and: I'm profoundly honored and deeply humbled, my talented friend and virtuoso of words. The title of the series sparkles with glory; your dedication is a priceless gift.
Beyond grateful.
Thank you very much for your: Thank you very much for your compliments and for the insight as well. The reason I worded it that way at least in my head was because this person appeared into my life out of nowhere without any previous connections to me and then they slowly and skillfully, almost as if with direct intention invaded my personal space. It seemed to me as if this person came into my life at a time when I was very vulnerable and immature. So to me this person being quite a bit older than I and more versed in social and romantic cues it very much felt like he was forceful and creeping at the very same time. I will think on what you have said though and read my poem a few more times. I did not realize that it would come across strange.
Thank you again! I wish you well.
Very good.: Nice shift in metaphors. I really like the concept of leaving the shell behind on the shore. It's excellent on it's own, but also connects well with the torn down bricks. In some sense, the experience led to a needed shedding, it could be.
One recommendation, if you will:
The antagonist "rushed in like a forceful wind", but then "crept in and stole me". Those two lines seem to fight against each other, as the harsh invasion of your existence by the perpetrator suddenly turns into a subtle robbery. Would "swept in and stole me" be better?
haha Media: haha Media messaging/propaganda/cultural shaping has long been an observational interest of mine, I guess. I didn't intend to write at such length, but the thoughts you shared definitely lit a spark with me.
Wow, that's a lot to digest. : Wow, that's a lot to digest. Thanks for reading and commenting. I try to learn from every person I meet and this certainly gives me something to think about.
A smart and highly quotable: A smart and highly quotable twist on "If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life". Wise and snappy advice.
Blackboards, now I haven't: Blackboards, now I haven't seen those since my university days and early years lecturing in front of a class. Everything was pre-Google back then, all done by hand and sweat; be it calculations or research. Wow. We have come a long way in some ways and not at all in others, even backward sliding as some would note. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for such a kind: Thank you for such a kind comment, to make someone feel good because they read a poem I wrote is a marvellous thing,
and I really appreciate it. Xx