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Here Is A Selection of Jean's Poetry
I started writing poetry about ten years ago. Until then I didn't realise I could do it. I've met several women since who've said the same thing.
One woman told me she'd read somewhere you become more creative when you get menopausal. Maybe that's supposed to make up for all the other horrible changes your body goes through, I don't know. I do know that first poem led to me write many more,a few of which you will find on this site.
I've also written numerous articles, three books, and now maintain several websites
and blogs. They were a natural progression.
It happens to men too though, and often
it is around middle age when people who've never previously shown any inclination
for words take up the pen, or computer.
Perhaps it's because by the time we reach our forties we've had sufficient experiences
to stretch our imaginations and have something we feel is worth writing about.
There
is supposedly a book in all of us. Everyone is unique and we all have a tale to tell.
Our observations of life are different and we can express them in various ways. A
lot can be said in a few words, which is why I like poetry. However, for me, the
verses have to rhyme.
My absolute hero was Rohald Dahl. I love all his work, but
lately I've also come to appreciate many of the poems in our monthly free local village
magazine. Here is one submitted by Iris Hesseldon. I've no idea who she is, but if
she wrote it and ever reads this, "Well done". I think the poem is lovely.
As you
know, I have a son with Autism and he loves the Disney movies. One of his favourites
is Bambi and I thought of that when I read this poem. There is a scene where Thumper's
mum (the rabbit) says "If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all",
and it's one I try to live by.
In this poem the sentiments are that you can really
make someone's day with simple gestures. I know it works. I've seen it happen, and
it costs nothing to be nice to people. Try it and spread a bit of happiness. We all
need it.
Evening Thoughts
If angels ask you what you did
What you achieved today
Would it be hard to answer
them
And just what would you say?
We can't accomplish mammoth tasks
Small jobs we
need to do
But maybe you just lent a hand
Or shared a smile or two
Perhaps you sent
a greeting card
Or simply made a call
By lifting someone's heart and mind
You left
them walking tall
So as the day fades fast away
And you lie down to rest
You'll hear
the angels whispering
Well done, you did your best!
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