Did you laugh today? (Love poem#2)

love poem 2

 

Did you laugh today?
did you give the sky a wave?
did you watch the sunset
 with a child-like gaze?

Did you see your friends
and did they say:
 what are your dreams,
 and what are your regrets?

 

It all just seems
these days will never end.

So be kind, be loving.

I don’t have a lot,
 but I’m alive
  and that’s not nothing.

Author's Note

part 2 of my series of love poetry.

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Simple and wonderful words and thoughts. Our world is too fast pace. We need to slow down and show kindness and concern to the people near. They could need a kind word, a hug. Thank you Ernest for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

thanks Coyote. always glad to see you around. yes, the poem was slowed right down like smooth jazz to give that ambience of easy fun. so many miss out on this, so i wanted to write this to remind them.

[Coyote Poetry]

You did well Ernest. We need good jazz and gentle words to keep us at-bay from the chaos of life. And you are welcome.

[LisaCarol]

“A day without laughter, is a day waisted.” ~ Charlie Chaplin

I don’t have enough days left to waist them. Thanks for the insight and you do have a lot if you have a sense of humor.

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

may your days be filled with laughter! im not a comedian but i will throw in a cheeky comment ehre and there :)

what has 3 feet and can't walk?


a metre.

[LisaCarol]

Ha! Good one.

[promisedtothetides]

A much needed reminder! Thank you

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

thank you for reading! please come by any time.

[Amy R]

Kindness is always the key in life, but so many lack this aspect in life. Sad world, according to Coyote poetry, our world to fast paced.
I enjoyed it, thanks for sharing.
-Amy

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

it is too fast paced and i wish people will understand the correct rhythm of life. making time for kindness is what i try to do, and in this poem remind people to sit and listen to each other in a loving way. thanks so much again for stopping by!

[Amy R]

Very true. but the good ones in the world will spread it around, even if it's not much of us.
You're welcome.

[Gee]

Morning Ern, seems none of us appreciate what we have choosing instead to gripe and moan about all that we wish we had. Illness and death of loved ones usually put that into perspective:)
Hope you are keeping well

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

i hate how people miss the most important things, and i thought how loving and romantic it would be if someone would sit down and actually listen. so i used that concept to write this little sonnet, glad you picked up on that. thank you for your review, always appreciate you coming by!

[emmajoygreen]

Contentment is both gift and honour, Ern, seems you see your life as near to perfect as can be - and, for that, smiles course your spirit. Wonderful!

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

yeah i thought about how a proper conversation in a caring way is something people need. and providing that space is an act of love. then i gave it a bit of a romantic twist! thanks for you rcomment, really appreciate it.

[emmajoygreen]

You are oh so welcome, Ern

[Chris Shaw]

Such an uplifting poem to read. Filled with gratitude for living. Sadly so many these days have lives shadowed by conflict. You made me appreciate what I have. I’ve just waved at the dark night sky and the amber street light outside my home. A joyful write Ern. Thank you.

Chris

[butterfly]

I am alive and that is not nothing. This is my favorite part. I did laugh yesterday but this morning its early so we will see but this poem reminds me to laugh and its nice. It is nice and simple but wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

thanks butterfly. laughter is the best part of being alive, so i hope you fill your days with laughter. sorry for the lateness of my reply, i'm very glad you came and read this work.

[Laz K.]

Great questions to ask of ourselves (and perhaps others) every day. What are we living for anyway, if not to take it all in with an open, grateful mind and heart? These lines are both a reminder and an encouragement to live life to the fullest. I found it all very inspirational!

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

thanks Laz. i'm glad this gave you something to think about. sorry for the late reply, i'm very glad to see you.

[Sami Khalil]

This wonderful poem evoked a sense of peace and calm on my senses. Message is great and much needed.

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

finally got around to reading all my comments! thank you very much. i'm very glad you picked up the message. i hope that peace stays with you fora long time.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! You are welcome Ern.