All of Life Is Memory
A ballad about life29 total reviews
Comment from karenina
It seems such a simple observation, but how many of us lose sight of it?
There have been many moments and hours of living in the past, regretting decisions, wrongs, lost relationships, and paths not taken.
We may have learned a thing or two from those experiences, but we can't go back and have a "redo"
The only moment we are guaranteed on this earth is this one. We do well and serve our Maker when we endeavor to utilize each precious moment of life in a way that enriches our fellow man!
love you created art, Z! I have not a clue how to do it, but this is perfect for your poem!
Karenina
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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It seems such a simple observation, but how many of us lose sight of it?
There have been many moments and hours of living in the past, regretting decisions, wrongs, lost relationships, and paths not taken.
We may have learned a thing or two from those experiences, but we can't go back and have a "redo"
The only moment we are guaranteed on this earth is this one. We do well and serve our Maker when we endeavor to utilize each precious moment of life in a way that enriches our fellow man!
love you created art, Z! I have not a clue how to do it, but this is perfect for your poem!
Karenina
Comment Written 07-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Thank you, K.
Hello K.
You are right on the money with your interpretation of the poem and how life works. We can regret memories, and we can repent of memories but we can't change them. Thank you for your positive and uplifting words. I have posted 12 poems since I came back in September, and everyone poem has my own AI, or camera generated art. I'm not using any canned pictures anymore.
Robert
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Great! I'm sure I am behind. I'll get over there ASAP!
Comment from Ric Myworld
I mostly think of poetry as abstract verses, the poet's way to keep us readers guessing. But what I've learned over the years of reading your special way with words is even I can understand what you're saying.
Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six. "All life is memory," but today, or this very minute. :-)
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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I mostly think of poetry as abstract verses, the poet's way to keep us readers guessing. But what I've learned over the years of reading your special way with words is even I can understand what you're saying.
Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six. "All life is memory," but today, or this very minute. :-)
Comment Written 07-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Ric.
I am really grateful for and honored by your words here. In every poem I write, I want the reader to understand exactly what they've read when they finished the last line. That is not popular anymore. The advent of free verse poetry from the mid 20th century doesn't care if you understand what you read, or not. Rudyard Kipling wrote wonderful poetry using metaphors and hyperbole to pull in his readers. There are two poems of his that are my favorites: "If" and "Gunga Din." The last line of Gunga Din is one of the greatest poetic lines I have ever read. They rhyme and they have meter. They are also extremely memorable poems because of his clear messaging. One of my most favorite poems is, "When I Was One and Twenty" by A. E. Housman. It takes a minute to read but has a hundred years of wisdom. These have a prominent place on my bookshelf. That is the kind of poetry I want to write, and most assuredly the kind of poetry I want to read. They are not long poems, but very memorable, and totally readable. If you get a chance, read one or two of those and you will see what I believe is a model for my writing, if I write ethereal, wordy poems that nobody understands, I will stop writing poetry.
Thank you my friend for your wonderful and encouraging words.
I'm glad I have a friend like you
ZIM
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As I've said all along, I don't know a thing about poetry, and not nearly enough about prose. But I do like words and what people have to say. And I took a special liking to your poems from day one. Starting with a little comedic "Cube." Ric
Comment from Sugarray77
Hello Robert. Great job with this verse. Your premise that life is made up of memories is so true. We all know that time advances continuously and that makes your theme true and valid. Well done.
Melissa
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Robert. Great job with this verse. Your premise that life is made up of memories is so true. We all know that time advances continuously and that makes your theme true and valid. Well done.
Melissa
Comment Written 07-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Melissa.
It is good to see you and hear from you again after my time away. Thank you very much for your positive and uplifting review and comments. I am pleased you look through my words and into the meaning of the poem knowing that the past is gone. Each memory is a balloon of its own.
Robert
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was lovely, Robert. All our life up to this moment is a memory. Tomorrow, today will be one, too. I'd never thought of it like that before. Your poem had a lovely rhythm to it, and I really enjoyed the feel and flow. Well done, my friend. :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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That was lovely, Robert. All our life up to this moment is a memory. Tomorrow, today will be one, too. I'd never thought of it like that before. Your poem had a lovely rhythm to it, and I really enjoyed the feel and flow. Well done, my friend. :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 07-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Sandra.
Thank you for your wonderful, positive review. Everything but the breath in our lungs is history I'm pleased you like the context as well as the style of this poem. I'm pleased you enjoyed it. I may have told you before I left the first time that I bought my copy of Scout and the Magical Unicorn. Upon rereading it, I purchased a box of crayons. I haven't colored in the pictures yet, but who knows??? It is good to see you again. I hope life is treating you well.
Robert
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I've got some crayons too. Maybe I'll colour the pictures in one day! Thanks for that, Robert. It's lovely to see you on here again. ☺️xx
Comment from Rachelle Allen
I apology for having been impetus on Sunday; I have no sixes left! This is deep and wise and meaningful, yet it keeps from being preachy because of the soft, gentle meter that flows like someone stroking our back and hair as they try to get us to fall asleep. It's tender and kind, but it holds a meaning so important, it will still be with us in the morning after a night of resonating subconsciously. REALLY good poem, Z. I can no longer apologize for having been the catalyst behind your search for it. It is way too good to have not gotten posted. Really cool artwork you made, too, Mr. Talent. xoxoxo
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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I apology for having been impetus on Sunday; I have no sixes left! This is deep and wise and meaningful, yet it keeps from being preachy because of the soft, gentle meter that flows like someone stroking our back and hair as they try to get us to fall asleep. It's tender and kind, but it holds a meaning so important, it will still be with us in the morning after a night of resonating subconsciously. REALLY good poem, Z. I can no longer apologize for having been the catalyst behind your search for it. It is way too good to have not gotten posted. Really cool artwork you made, too, Mr. Talent. xoxoxo
Comment Written 07-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Rachelle.
I am always happy to see you here. Your interpretation of this poem pleases me greatly. I tried very hard to write it without being preachy or screeching at people. As far as the graphic goes, I am really having a good time creating all of my own graphics using AI. My new direction is to create all of my own images using AI or existing photography. There is certainly an acquired skill to doing that but it is interesting that AI can translate verbal into image if it is directed properly. Sometimes it says no and then I find a way to work around that. I discarded a half dozen attempts to create an image for this poem. I think I own the image because I created the text boundary for it, but with AI there are still loose ends. I am so grateful for your support and positive comments.
Z
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Impetuous was the word I intended to write. My editing skills need a little tweaking!
A couple others are dabbling in AI graphics and enjoying them.
Comment from judiverse
Great analogy of balloons filled with memories. Your rhyme and flow is excellent, very graceful. All life is memory, indeed. Our dreams reflect our memories. Particular things we may dream over and over. We can think about our lives, but as you mention, we can't change things. This is so thoughtful, and a bit sad, as it is the years of experience speaking. judi
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Great analogy of balloons filled with memories. Your rhyme and flow is excellent, very graceful. All life is memory, indeed. Our dreams reflect our memories. Particular things we may dream over and over. We can think about our lives, but as you mention, we can't change things. This is so thoughtful, and a bit sad, as it is the years of experience speaking. judi
Comment Written 06-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Judi.
Thank you for your positive review and comments. I appreciate your favorable view of the style and the content. You are so right. We cannot change the past; we can only learn from it. People without a past have no future, in my opinion.
Robert
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You're very welcome. It was a thoughtful poem to read. judi
Comment from Gloria ....
This is an excellent observation, and so right that all of our senses contribute to the memories we carry with us.
And also that link to the earth and living, the lungs.
Exquisite metre and rhymes and a cool picture too.
Much enjoyed. :)
Gloria
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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This is an excellent observation, and so right that all of our senses contribute to the memories we carry with us.
And also that link to the earth and living, the lungs.
Exquisite metre and rhymes and a cool picture too.
Much enjoyed. :)
Gloria
Comment Written 06-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Gloria.
I am so happy to see your smiling face again. You certainly understand the intent of my poem and I appreciate your meaningful and positive comments. I am happy you enjoyed reading it.
Robert
Comment from forestport12
What strong second to last stanza! I was in the moment as if not just saying it in my mind, but living it in the present. You captured some true and honest thoughts that could not have said. Appreciate it.
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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What strong second to last stanza! I was in the moment as if not just saying it in my mind, but living it in the present. You captured some true and honest thoughts that could not have said. Appreciate it.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2025
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Hello Stan.
Thanks very much for this outstanding overview and comments from you. I appreciate your positive remarks and I certainly agree with your thoughts on the poetry. You understand it perfectly as I have written it. It is good that we have reconnected.
Robert
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
I agree, Robert, with your resolute theme! We have this illusion that we're so solid and permanent but everything about our bodies is changing at break-neck speed and renewing itself according to the memory within. And so with everything we do, we lead this transcient existence, as conduits through which dreams and thoughts pass into the ether. Thank you for sharing your philosophical and stirring verse. Take care, Debbie
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I agree, Robert, with your resolute theme! We have this illusion that we're so solid and permanent but everything about our bodies is changing at break-neck speed and renewing itself according to the memory within. And so with everything we do, we lead this transcient existence, as conduits through which dreams and thoughts pass into the ether. Thank you for sharing your philosophical and stirring verse. Take care, Debbie
Comment Written 06-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2025
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Hello Debbie.
Thank you very much for taking your time to read this poem and for the observations and comments you made about the content in our lives. Memories are the bricks that built the house we live in. I enjoyed reading your thoughts about the poem. Of course, I agree with you.
Robert
Comment from Mrs. KT
I so enjoyed reading your poetic offering, Robert!
And I am certain that Rachelle feels very honored that you have dedicated it to her.
You are so perceptive when you write that "All life is memory." And at my age, those memories are many and varied.
Thank you for sharing!
fondly,
diane
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2025
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I so enjoyed reading your poetic offering, Robert!
And I am certain that Rachelle feels very honored that you have dedicated it to her.
You are so perceptive when you write that "All life is memory." And at my age, those memories are many and varied.
Thank you for sharing!
fondly,
diane
Comment Written 06-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2025
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Hello Diane.
Thank you for taking time to read and comment on this poem. I am grateful you acknowledge my perception of life being all memory. After all the years I've been here I have a bunch of them; many of them, I'm glad I don't have to do again, since I can't do them over anyway. It's been quite a while since I've been here, but I'm glad to be back.
Robert
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I'm glad you're back, too!
I took a bit of a hiatus as well... but I'm back now! :)
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Thank you, Diane. I'll be looking for you. :<))
