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To truly love myself- this I resolve To guard with zeal my tenderness of heart Of every care and doubt myself absolve And fortify and strengthen every part To cherish and accept the inner me Unleash and relish each forbidden dream The woman that I am, to set her free in wanton joy to bathe in passion's stream I do resolve to be my dearest friend To celebrate the wonders that I own To vindicate my truth and not pretend To shine around the goodness I’ve been shown A short time I have left to truly shine And thus I vow to make my living fine Eileen Manassian The person you need to care most about is yourself. Only YOU will be there till the end of YOUR journey. You must love yourself enough to stand for what you believe is right...enough not to be trampled on....enough to believe that nothing and no one can bring you down. It's a good resolution. One I plan to keep.

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Marquis Mc Mills-Cooper

Date: 10/6/2016 8:26:00 AM

I am here because of Rick and his poem which he said he was inspired to write due to your poem here...very much worth the trip! Great message here Eileen, in a poem which was written very well. Great job! MC

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/9/2016 8:38:00 AM

I thought I should read this again to strengthen my resolve. Hugs Rick.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 3/27/2016 10:18:00 AM

I can reread this beautiful poem a million times Eileen..I so love it.The ending couplet is my fave..Shine like the moon sweety you do.You are blessed with beauty inside and out.Now that we ve met face to face..I can shout it out loud- You are full of enchanting wonders-Hugs.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/25/2016 8:09:00 AM

Everyone should read this and make it their own resolution as well. Wise words worthy of contemplation. Hugs Rick.

Robert Lindley

Date: 1/2/2016 4:32:00 PM

Wonderful sonnet! I love sonnets my friend ad this one simply shines. Walk that path and sing that song . Life is a pale whisper, a wind blown on a dreary day if one has not love of self and a great willingness to share that happiness with others unselfishly ! A7

Vera Duggan

Date: 12/29/2015 6:18:00 PM

Hi Eileen, this is a wonderful poem, will you please teach me how to love myself, I have always had this problem, never liking myself, perhaps if I keep reading this poem all the time I might convince myself that I am beautiful, you sound beautiful inside and out, thank you so much for sharing this lovely sonnet, take care...........Vera

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 12:29:00 PM

Vera dear....I'm still trying to stick to this resolution. It isn't easy. This is actually a repost. If you read the original poem, you will understand some of my struggles. You can find it here: http://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/to_love_myself_529609 It is an ongoing process. Thank you for your kind words, dear. Have a wonderful new year.

James Inman

Date: 12/29/2015 7:18:00 AM

Nicely written Eileen. A wonderful resolution to pursue.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 12:31:00 PM

Thank you for the visit, James. It isn't easy to pursue...but I try. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/29/2015 4:23:00 AM

A great resolution Eileen. You are worth it! Hugs Rick

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 1:56:00 PM

Thanks for the vote of confidence on my I Resolve poem, Richard. It brings me joy. Hugs

Michael Tor

Date: 12/28/2015 5:22:00 PM

Eileen love this write, wow. What wonderful words describing what we should all do. Love your commentary below. I agree 100%. One of my favorites. Congratulations on a wonderful write.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 1:55:00 PM

Michael...thank you for your visit to I Resolve. I'm so sorry I'm late with my response. Your post is so wonderful. I do want to express my deep appreciation. Also, thanks for the complement on my avatar. Blessings.

Michael Tor
Date: 12/28/2015 5:23:00 PM

Like Paul your picture an avatar are sooooooooo nice!

Paul Callus

Date: 12/28/2015 5:08:00 PM

Nobody is perfect, Eileen! Once we are capable of accepting ourselves for what we are, we will have peace of mind. It is jealousy that usually prompts hurtful remarks; these we must learn to take with a pinch of salt. By the way...love this picture, and the new avatar:) Hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 1:56:00 PM

Thanks, Paul....for the wisdom you have shared in your post. I do believe that jealousy has a part to play in hurtful remarks. As long as I have people like you with me....I can face it. Thanks for the lovely comments on my pics. They mean a lot to me. Hugs

Elaine George

Date: 12/28/2015 6:11:00 AM

Wonderful sonnet and a wonderful resolution! Wishing you all the best in the New Year dear Eileen. Your friend in poetry. Elaine George

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/30/2015 1:57:00 PM

Thank you for your visit to my sonnet, Elaine. It is much appreciated. Wishing you the best in the coming year.

Rob Carmack

Date: 12/27/2015 4:07:00 PM

No substitute for self-confidence and strength and I am glad to read you have embraced it.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/27/2015 4:13:00 PM

Thank you, Rob. It makes a big difference. I live in a society that is very body image conscience. Women here have plastic surgeries one after the other. Bigger woman have a hard time of it. However, I try not to let it get me down. I just try to let the many compliments I get about my looks outweigh the negative comments about my weight. I play up my assets...as best I can! ;) Yes...it does make a difference. Thanks for the visit. Wishing you all the best...

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/27/2015 3:57:00 PM

self-validation is the one special gift we surely must embrace, eileen... there we go!.. huggs

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/27/2015 4:00:00 PM

Thanks, dear. It is true. Only when we truly love ourselves...flaws and all...can we ever hope to love others. Thanks for the visit.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/27/2015 3:50:00 PM

hey, it is actually a sonnet with that couplet on the end! GREAT message, EIleen!! and I love your picture.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/27/2015 3:58:00 PM

Thanks for the correction, Sweetie. I made the change. I'm learning to be more vocal about what I want and what I won't accept. A friend gave me advice that I'm trying to put into practice.....the advice of a professional. People will test your boundaries...You've got to set the limits right from the start. :) Hugs to you...thanks for the compliment. That photo was taken a week or so ago after our Christmas banquet. Hugs

Tim Smith

Date: 12/27/2015 2:56:00 PM

I agree we each need make ourselves better.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/27/2015 4:01:00 PM

Yes...it's an ongoing process, but with the amount of self criticism I go through, I certainly don't need others to "help" in that area. Thanks for being a friend, Tim. Wish you the best in the new year.

Jan Allison

Date: 12/27/2015 2:06:00 PM

Great resolution Eileen I love your unique take on the theme - I especially like the final couplet - oh so true:-) hugs Jan xx

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/27/2015 4:02:00 PM

This is a repost, Jan.....Not for the contest. Thanks for the visit, sweetie. Been awfully busy with family visiting me from Cyprus. It's been crazy good. Hugs