The Shape of Things To Come

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As I age, I care less for what is material, I gravitate towards the intangible. I am thankful for those true about me, I count the simple as my blessings. I give more room and understanding, I take less because I need less. People first, and all the love I can muster.

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Carrie Richards

Date: 9/15/2014 12:47:00 PM

Such positivity is catching !! Love your attitude !! :)

Paul Callus

Date: 9/15/2014 11:14:00 AM

I love these thoughts for I too can relate to them; age and experience help us to mature and learn what really is important in life. Excellent write and message. // paul

Casarah Nance

Date: 9/15/2014 7:58:00 AM

Wonderful, in the end it is the people and love that make the world complete. a sweet poem deserving of hugs xxx

Ma Yaseen

Date: 9/15/2014 6:25:00 AM

your poem reflect a great poet, concise in words but limitless in thoughts... beautifully written... the image is also too good. god bless

Jan Allison

Date: 9/15/2014 1:24:00 AM

I often think the pictures detract from the poetry - this is perfect! wonderful wise words i particularly like the final stanza :-) hugs Jan

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/14/2014 11:19:00 PM

gosh, that last line packs a wallop. I love how you put so much meaning into a short and simple poem like this. That is the mark of a GREAT writer!!

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/14/2014 8:57:00 PM

i like the sheer honesty of this write... may you live well and love more,maurice... great stuff!.. huggs

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 9/14/2014 8:36:00 PM

Absolutely charming...perhaps "simple things"...you are a good, good poet, we are glad to have you hear on the soup. BG BTW..feel free to critique me at any time. I need all the help I can get...