by Fred Hose
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May 9, 2006

Come Let's Say Yes To Life (Please Criticise)

March 05, 2007 05:02 AM EST (Updated: March 05, 2007 05:03 AM EST)
views: 35 | rating: 10/10 (8 votes) | comments: 27

There are many "woe is me" poems. This poem is for those heroic figures that stand tall with a twinkle in their eyes. Those that have the strength to spread warmth and love to others and the ability to speak in words that are simple and true.

I'm bright of eye
And happy of smile
I warm each room
As I sprinkle gold

And to those in need
With hands still cold
I come to them
With outstretched arms

My heart belongs
To those that bonded
They're my loves
And I'm beloved of them.

I'll touch your cheek
I'll say warm words
You'll be for me
As I'm for you

Yes if you love
We'll sing and dance
We'll talk about
Real values and truth

We'll see the deepest ocean
And fly to mountain tops
We'll write poems
Of simple love

So look at me
Do you want to smile
Do you want to soar
And be true to your heart

Then come to me
Stand by my side
Let's sway to God's breeze
Let's live true to our souls

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Comments: 27

Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 5:30am EST
Thank you Karl.
The poem might sound a little playful but I mean every word most sincerely. I live by what I've written. I'm so glad that you agree with the sentiments and your emphasis on real vlues, truth and love.
Wendy F. Mar 5, 2007, 5:49am EST
I thought this was a pretty good poem. I am bit confused it started off with I thought was sharing love with your neighbour and friends , but then it seem to change to romantic love . Which was it meant to be ?
Ekta J. Mar 5, 2007, 5:54am EST
the poem sound playful but i find it deep, its really very difficult n important to be true ur heart & soul. nice message.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 7:14am EST
Wendy
This was meant to be a joy of love poem. Meant for the people around you but especially those that God has brought close to you ...ones that you are in a position to help, encourage, support, make laugh and to make their spirits soar.
Thanks for your appreciation.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 7:21am EST
Yes Ekta it's hard at times...but we should be there for each other. We should try and be loyal friends who are there for each other. It's easier to be true to your heart and soul if there is a person or are persons who are with you all the way.
Such friend(s) are worth their weight in gold.
Cheryl W. Mar 5, 2007, 7:52am EST
Wonderfully uplifting poem, Fred. Thank you!
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 8:17am EST
Ah thank you Cheryl. I so glad that it did something for you. Fred
Vinay Benjamin Mar 5, 2007, 8:38am EST
Fred - simple, meaningful and uplifting - all the right ingredients to cheer me up. Thank you.
Sonali ~ Mar 5, 2007, 9:12am EST
Fred this is beautiful - nice uplifting, optimistic piece....

Thank you!
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 9:59am EST
Hi Vinay did I cheer you up? I'm so happy. Yeea it's simple but has profound effects.
suryaning d. Mar 5, 2007, 10:12am EST
very very nice poems :) i like it fred. thanks for sharing.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 10:20am EST
Thank you Shona. If it was uplifting for you then I'll rejoice. I am usually optimistic even though there is sometimes not much reason to be so. It seems to weave a magic while pessimism drags you down.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 10:30am EST
Welcome Suryaning. I'm glad you liked this. I thought that it went quite well with your three lovely poems.
Carolion Grailbear Mar 5, 2007, 10:50am EST
Fred, I can "hear" music in the background....Have you ever done readings with musical accompaniment, or even recorded your work that way?
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 10:57am EST
I'm thrilled by you're awareness of music in the background. That's exactly how it was meant to be.
Yes I've done that in a small way. Have you? You've got me thinking. Hmmmm
Carolion Grailbear Mar 5, 2007, 11:25am EST
I've done some group poetry readings with sound effects; and I've played flute or drums in partnership with other readers. Love getting into that groupmind co-creative ZONE.....
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 12:35pm EST
Oh Carolion that does sound very creative. I'd love to take part in something like that.
Flute and drums sounds good. I wish I wish......
Minakshi w. Mar 5, 2007, 12:59pm EST
Fred, How could anyone criticise such a poem?
It weaves a comforting blanket around you; how can I find fault with such lovng words, such cheer-spreading words?

Amy, I just love your comment here. It's a message in itself, continuing with Fred's poem.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 1:30pm EST
Oh dear Amy what wonderful words. I've never been stirred by a comment as I have by yours.
My heart beat in resonance to every word that you wrote. I shout Yes Yes to everything that you've written. Let's forget and look forward. Let's spread gold.
Thank you Amy. My poem would not have been complete without your thoughts.
Fred Hose Mar 5, 2007, 1:34pm EST
There you are Minnie, the poet. I was expecting you. Your praise is worth so much.
Yes I wanted to spread cheer and the unselfish enjoyment of life.

Yes Amy's comment was just what my poem needed to make it special.
arlene (no shame in my game) w. Mar 5, 2007, 4:09pm EST
Nice change Fred.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Mar 6, 2007, 11:05pm EST
Ok - you really are a hopeless romantic, aren't you? Only a truly kind soul could produce this loving gesture. Thank you.
Jennine D. Mar 7, 2007, 12:17am EST
Very uplifiting poem of love, giving, caring and sharing. I liked it a lot.
Mary H. Mar 7, 2007, 11:40am EST
I love this! So positive, so uplifting, so full of life and promise and hope. I think I'll join you, I will!!!

Great poem Fred!!!
Fred Hose Mar 7, 2007, 12:22pm EST
Yes Arlene. I try and use different approaches and give different messages in an attempt to improve my style. Thanks for noticing that.

Tonia only a tree hugger would see that in me. I'm glad that you liked the poem.

If you found it uplifting Jennine then you've made my day. Thank you.
Fred Hose Mar 7, 2007, 12:27pm EST
Oh thank you for what you saw in my poem. It means a lot to me.
Of course Mary. Come and join me. I'd love your company.

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