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10 performers, Competition, Contemplation, Decision, One winner, Pros and Cons, Tough choices, Unable to decide
Mr. Boredom says,
‘I am right by you whenever you tire of your daily chores’
Mr. Creativity says,
‘I whisper ideas into your ears, and open to you all doors’
Mr. Sadness says,
‘I fly to you when you’re alone, and hold hands when you’ve cried’
Mr. Confidence says,
‘I pat you on your back, and never let your spirits slide’
Mr. Impatience says,
‘I accompany you on long drives, and when you’re stuck at lights’
Mr. Composed says,
‘I protect your body and soul when you are surrounded by predatory kites’
Mr. Evil says,
‘I give you company whenever in you arises a doubt’
Mr. Cheer says,
‘I bring a grin to your face, everytime I see you pout’
Mr. Elevated Ego says,
‘I root for you when you are low, making sure you never flop’
Mr. Humility says,
‘I get you down to earth when you’re stuck hopelessly on a tree top’
And while I’m here, I sit and ponder
Over virtues of each and every one of them
And in the inners of my mind, I wonder
‘Which one is my true friend? Who is the real gem?’
buttercup600 said:
Ms Creativity….YOU are the real gem….this is absolutely beautiful. Your nook are written forever on my mind. Have a wonderful day π
Kavita said:
Thank you so much for your kind appreciation !
You too have a lovely day (or whateverβs left of it) π
deadpoet88 said:
Lovely poem you have here, we never really know who our real friend is, but who said we can have only one? Sometimes even not so positive companions are ones we need, if only to realize the real essence of the good ones.
I really liked how you brought in so many aspects and cleverly wrote of each one. You have great talent.
Thank you for visiting my blog π
Kavita said:
Thank you for your kind comment… Am glad you enjoyed the poem…
You are right about not having to have just one “true” friend :), whether it be for their positive nature or otherwise…
And as for your blog, I really liked what I read there.. and I have read only 1. Am yet to read the rest of your blog… Have blogrolled you, so that I stay updated! π
edpilolla said:
great question. who is the gem, the true friend. grief and darkness in my experience can be friends, as i learn from them. the gems are the light. life in this world means having relationships with both worlds, as you note. sometimes i feel i must acknowledge my fears and darkness before i can release them and usher in the brilliant gifts in their wake. sometimes:)
Kavita said:
Yes.. you are very right in saying so. Each of them is a gem in its own place… in its own time.
Learning to acknowledge and appreciate each of them (including the so-called negative ones) is the key..
Thank you for your comment and your views in it… Do keep dropping by.
Vaishali said:
Good one…
Kavita said:
Thanks, Vaishu π
T said:
Profound! Each one of us have most of these friends in us in varying degrees. Guess it is upto us to decide whom we flaunt, make the most of & whom we let lie low.
Kavita said:
You can say that again, T ! Each, a friend… one at a time
milkfever said:
Milk Fever says; love the post.
Perhaps they are all “true friends” even if one or two of them might be misguided.
Kavita said:
Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed the read.
And you’ve put it perfectly! They are all true friends – misguided and even misguiding at times – but true gem friends nonetheless! We need to just treat them each well enough π
Jingle said:
please let me know after you are done commenting,
thanks!
Rally week 24 is not open yet,
I will count you as week 23 participants…
Abhisekh said:
Wonderful! Another gem!
Kavita said:
Woohoo!! Experiences made me write about AND appreciate each of these feelings (good and no-so-good alike) π
I am happy to see that you enjoyed the read…
Sam said:
I guess i should start putting comments here as well. π
Loved this one as i stated earlier.
Kavita said:
Thanks a ton, Sam!!! Glad you enjoyed it … π
D.S. Lear said:
I always seem drawn to picking only the second choice but the first one is just so necessary in life…they make me appreciate the sentiment of the latter and encourage patience through the former ..sometimes I just know if I want to be the sharpest I’ll have to endure the file..this reminds me of that “two-edged” sword…like a dialogue with apparently many speakers who could really all be the same person..a very well written, thought-provoking piece here..nice work!
Kavita said:
the double-edged sword… that was kinda my idea too… they play a real significant role in life… but sometimes tend to go unnoticed …
When i started off with this poem, i didn’t really have a positive-negative framework in mind… then as i progressed through the poem, i thought it would be a good idea… and the rest is history π
Am glad you enjoyed the read… do keep stopping by.. your comments are most appreciated!!
Thank a bunch!!!
brian said:
even the darkness can be our friends at times, without them would we really appreciate the light?
Kavita said:
Brian, thank you for stopping by.. I appreciate your taking the time to comment..
Yes! With darkness, would we ever know what light is? We may have a single best friend depending on the situation, and our outlook on life, but acknowledging and appreciating all the facets, will really go a long way… won’t it?
Lyn said:
I have a very real connection to your poetry, haunted by ourselves…..so glad you came to visit, so I could find you! Good world, sometimes…
Kavita said:
Oh…it was very sweet of you to say such lovely words, Lyn! Thank you so much!! I am honored.
Yes, when one starts to appreciate the tidibits around, everything starts looking and feeling better … A good world indeed !
Have a wonderful week ahead!!
Jingle said:
http://itistimetothinkformyself.blogspot.com/2010/07/jingles-july-follower-awards-happy-4th.html
AWARDS,
PLEASE PICK 2 TO 5 TO ACCEPT,
THANK YOU!
Kavita said:
Thank you so much, Ji !!! I feel greedy.. I hope it’s ok if I pick all 5 π
Have a grand and lovely 4th!!!