More Oft than Not

"Cowards suffer, heroes enjoy." - Thoreau

Lines drawn in the sand.

Saying never.

Tomorrow comes.

A new day dawns.

Dreams retire.

Long-buried seeds of remorse begin to sprout.

A sullen whisper becomes a shout.

Promises to ourselves we forgot.

... More oft than not ...

Author's Note

"Make the most of your regrets; never smother your sorrow, but tend and cherish it till it comes to have a separate and integral interest. To regret deeply is to live afresh." - Thoreau

Reviews

[barleygirl]

Your poem seems to be gentle & understanding toward the human affliction lately being criticized (often) as hypocrisy. If only our thinking could be this rational as we watch so many politicians selling us a load of fake. I must read your message as pertaining to the frailties that plague everyday relationships, giving ultimatums & then giving in. I love your title, again adding to the gentle demeanor of your observations (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Pete]

i love your interpretation. giving in can be a dangerous thing, costing us a piece of ourselves, leading to more compromise until what is left? definitely a more laid-back, introspective one meant to invoke some self-reflection. thanks Margie ... :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

Very cool image, Pete. It integrated well with the dimension of your words, and the song made it all the more cohesive.

[Pete]

thanks Kelly. hope your labor day weekend was good. been real hot here. NFL seasons starts tonight! best ... :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

Yes, it does!! I'm certain your PATS will do just fine this season! ; )

[Pete]

brady is 40 years old and says his goal is to play 5 more years ...

[Kelly Scheppers]

Hey, I'm sure he's got it in him! I lost my BOLTS to LA, but my allegiance will always be with Rivers!

[Onlyme]

Nice poem. Expressed wonderfully. Sometimes having the faith to believe is overpowering. And makes you weak in your own faith. And you drown. In negativity. Even thou try to hold on with both hands. To faith, hope and a new tomorrow.

[Pete]

thanks Dawn. indeed, that's the key - faith. here's to a brighter tomorrow ... :)

[Onlyme]

God will Pete. I do hope so. hugs Dawn.

[sette]

because of too many doubts.. the pain that can't be endured.. sometimes cowardice can be an apt answer so as not to risk being hurt again

[Pete]

so very true sette. thanks for sharing thoughts. appreciated ... :)