Respect you? Respect me, too.
Thanks for you thoughtful comments, Yankee. They are much appreciated, and I'm glad my poem resonates with you.
RE: Red Hat
I met a girl on the East Dubuque bridge on the Mississippi River in 1988. It was fun for about a month or so, then she dumped me, luckily for her she still had two other boyfriends to keep her company.
RE: Respect you? Respect me, too.
Aretha Franklin has a song called Respect, "All I'm asking is for a little respect."
RE: Special Friend
A true friend is hard to find. I have two right now, I had as much as three at various times in my life. The one I have I see every day, the other I see only once or twice a year, so far no visits this year, but I do get phone calls about every day.
RE: you
Oh, gosh, how to say how this work sounds? Well, here's my interpretation: This work brings to mind the poem (often read at funerals and graveside services) "Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep, I am not there I do not sleep". The rhythm and cadence is very much the same.I like this work very much!
RE: Red Hat
Shake, Rattle, and Roll ...... brother!
RE: Aging
great poem and so glad i did things before this ageing caught up with me i have my memories and a bucket list of gentler things to do
RE: Viking Gods (Nonet)
wow good on yeh
the nonet not the old age 
Go for it Ocean. SMRE: the Old Age
Very nice nonet Socrates, always inspiring and challenging us with your poetry.SM
Star In Our Own Show
There's no hierarchy in my view of spirituality or meditation or mindfulness. We're all trying to do our best on the path that we're on.
RE: you
I really like this........ you really touch upon the idea of subliminal messages as part of our understanding and awareness....and longing for each other...... great poem!!!
RE: Respect you? Respect me, too.
Didi, I think you've done a wonderful job sharing your most Christian-like portrayal of the meaning of respect. For one who practices my faith on a regular basis I can instantly recognize how your faith has also influenced you and your poetry. Thank you very much!!RE: Arguments
I remember a time when in our local state legislature, members would argue and disagree politics all day long; then they would all get together for a nice supper and drinks in the evening still friends. I long back to the day for more civility and respect. It is badly needed!!
Star In Our Own Show
Thanks Red !!
RE: One for the dog
What a great reflection on on our life and times.....how the mind conjures up a nostalgia for the past with some mindfulness for the present is brilliantly on display in this one..... really enjoy your poetry....RE: CS Poetry Corner
Socrates, I also remember those days spanning back over a decade now. I remember how constructive and helpful some of the comments (and also critiques!!) were shared by other members and I learned in the process how to become a better poet. I share your love for this page and its poets over the years. Nice tribute!!Shadows of Frost
"Cold and light" is one of my favorite ephemeral subjects in nature to write about. Thanks for your commentRE: Puzzle
Turn on the first light switch and leave it on for a little while then turn it off. Turn on the next light switch and open the door. Now go into the room and briefly feel all three light bulbs; the warm one is the first switch,, the one that is still on is obviously the second light switch and the cold light bulb is the last switch that you didn't touch.RE: Aging
Socrates, Yes it is so. I'm still working a most physically taxing job and suffer the consequences if I don't heed your important advise. Growing older presents some physical limitations we never needed to be too concerned about before. Thanks for your insights.Finding Peace
One can only hope that people realize our connectives to nature and environment is paramount to own well-being, both emotionally and spiritually, and physically. Thanks for your comments.
RE: New start
So truly said. After recovery love can be born again. Best of wishes. SMRE: Might As Well Be
Sad poem but I tried to email you to lift you up but you have restrictions. Anyways many of us have our lonely times and we try to see the good side and not depress ourselves.SMRE: Special Friend
I have moved a lot in my life so i have plenty of friends i now call passing ships (even though nice ships)
But saying that have a couple of true friends which are my roots RE: Finding Peace
Yes so true good poem too. Nature does it for me everytime
Puzzle
you got it BumdartRE: Shadows of Frost
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RE: Might As Well Be
we missed you
CS Poetry Corner
SM,Yes. indeed, we are family here on Poetry Corner.
RE: Puzzle
I can tell simply by asking GoogleSwitch on switches 1 & 2, wait a moment and switch off number 2. Enter the room. Whichever bulb is on is wired to switch 1, whichever is off and hot is wired to switch number 2, and the third is wired to switch 3
RE: Finding Peace
Nature brings us that peace that God has created to fulfill our lives, we just have to let our senses feel it. Nice write. SM
RE: Red Hat
There is a group known as Red Hat. Seniors travel.Nice poem.