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The Tears of Regret

Reach out to the ones you love today. Important things to say and convey. Do not waste few opportunities. To blame yourself at the eulogy. You might not see them ever again. Surely inside your pain will remain. Do it before the Tears of Regret. Right now my friend, before the Sun sets. Michael Tor

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Mv Venkataraman

Date: 8/31/2023 8:27:00 AM

Superb dear/ To avoid tear/ Soon near/ that one who is dear/ Talk with no fear/ Please be clear, Let that one hear/ When is very near/ Soon will disappear, Now very much here/ Leaving may interfere/ Agony may be severe/ Now talk dear, Pour in the ear, Or else agony every year? SUPERB SONG, SURELY WONDERFUL/ THREE CHEERS TO THE HOLY SONG!

Aysha Nuwas

Date: 8/25/2023 12:37:00 AM

Very wise thoughts inside a beautiful poem.

Valsa George

Date: 8/2/2023 9:24:00 PM

What a sensible advice...! Michael, you always do that. You are always the first to reach out, I have observed many a time. Keep it up my friend.

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:55:00 PM

Thank you Valsa your kind words mean a lot...

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/2/2023 6:37:00 PM

Truthfully so Michael. Never let your head hit the pillow without those last words of love and gratitude! You cannot take time back. :)

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:54:00 PM

Your so right Linda. I wish I could have spent more time with my parents...

Tom Woody

Date: 8/2/2023 1:40:00 PM

Good poetic admonition Michael. My dad refuses to speak to me these past thirty years. One day it will be too late

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:53:00 PM

Tom so sad to hear this of your dad. Sadly I have some difficulty with my daughter. I feel your pain. Somethings are hard to understand and the reasons why. All you can do is have hope and reach out. The years go by so fast. I hope all works out my friend with your dad...

John Read

Date: 8/2/2023 12:02:00 PM

Having lost my mum, then my wife, I understand every word you wrote. Best wishes Michael.

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:50:00 PM

John I am so sorry for your loss of your mum and wife. I am sure you were there for them both... God bless you my friend...

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/28/2023 2:13:00 PM

You are so so right Michael - we should just do that - I remember when my father was diagnosed with bronchial cancer and he was given 6 week to live but then the doctor had an idea to pump mustard gas used in the 1st WW into him AND he was in remission for a year but died 6 months later. whilst he was in hospital i paid no attention to family and friends but sat with my father holding his hand and telling him how much I loved him. HUGS AND BLESSINGS, JENNIFER.

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:49:00 PM

Jennifer so wonderful to hear you spent all that time with your dad. No regrets there because you valued and prioritized being with him. So sorry for your loss but you were there for him. God bless for it....

Robert Lindley

Date: 7/28/2023 7:55:00 AM

Such a powerful message given in poetic verse. Yes, those we love should know we love them by our words and/or actions. People are not mind readers. Kindness to others should be a part of life. A fav. God bless.

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:47:00 PM

Thank you Robert, I really appreciate your kind words my friend...

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/17/2023 3:33:00 AM

It is so worth it to spend time for all its worth!

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:46:00 PM

Yes Kim I agree. Thaqnks for stopping by...

Joe Maverick

Date: 7/13/2023 8:52:00 PM

Great sentiment Michael, exellent Advice. ' I shall not over over speak So to write..LOL)) God bless.'

Michael Tor
Date: 8/4/2023 9:45:00 PM

Thank you Joe for stopping by my friend...

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 7/10/2023 2:22:00 PM

Hi Michael, Very wise words and I hope this poem was not based on a personal grief experience.

Michael Tor
Date: 7/10/2023 9:25:00 PM

Thank you Nancy, it was we can all recall when we should have said something it was too late to say. Thank you for stopping by....

Robert Gorelick

Date: 7/6/2023 6:35:00 PM

Loved your sentiment, Michael, good advice for those who need to express their feelings. Cheers Robert

Michael Tor
Date: 7/7/2023 11:59:00 PM

Thank you Robert, Cheers back my friend...

Charles Messina

Date: 7/6/2023 4:09:00 AM

Grret advice, Michael. Tears of regret has haunted many. You know what they say "If I coulda, shoulda, woulda" Definitely shoulda. Unfortunately and sadly, we never know when the last day will come for our loved ones. Great write! Charlie

Michael Tor
Date: 7/6/2023 4:58:00 PM

Very true your words Charlie. Thanks for stopping by my friend. Hope all is good in your neck of the woods...

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/4/2023 7:18:00 PM

Right now! And how! Reaching out NOW is esp. important as some of us (like me) start to forget as soon as we hear something (sometimes). Thanks, Michael

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 8:35:00 PM

Yes my friend right away. I think back of the people that meant so much to me that have passed. So many I wish I could have spent more time with or have told them something, or asked a question. Now it is too late and the tears of regret set in. Nice to see your smile Gershon, you are always so uplifting and full of energy and wit with a caring soul. God bless you my friend...

Eve Roper

Date: 7/3/2023 9:10:00 PM

Meaningful words of truth, it's to late when it's to late.

Eve Roper
Date: 7/4/2023 9:24:00 PM

No, I didn't get my money back because I was told it was a scam and not Identity Theft

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 8:30:00 PM

Wow Eve so glad they took care of these criminals glad you got your money back, some people have no shame. God protect you...

Eve Roper
Date: 7/4/2023 6:47:00 PM

Thank you for reading my verse. I had already seen the videos. Michael this started on March 3 with twelve thousand less. Reporting every agency with no avail. They were from over seas. I didn't know they had also planted it in my email I got a weirder message and I called my provider and they found it and took care of it. Right after they took care of it I got a message that if i didn't take care of the issue I would be terminated. It was the scammer again trying to get back in.

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 1:51:00 PM

Love your phrase Eve... God bless you...

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 7/3/2023 4:53:00 PM

So stirring, meaningful and eloquently expressed, Michael. Lovely poem.

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 1:56:00 PM

Thank you Evelyn...

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/3/2023 4:28:00 PM

I love this, Michael. Love when you wax poetic

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 1:57:00 PM

Thank you Andrea, I appreciate your kind words...

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/3/2023 3:54:00 PM

The endearing essence of your words and sentiments is truly extraordinary. Michael, your eloquent message is flawlessly conveyed here! It is a poignant reminder of our existence on this earthly plane. The brevity and transience of life are ever-present, as we remain uncertain of when our time shall draw to a close. Thus, it is imperative that we demonstrate kindness towards others and express our heartfelt sentiments to those we hold dear before the sands of time slip away. This piece is fave

Michael Tor
Date: 7/4/2023 1:58:00 PM

Lasaad thank you for your words my friend they mean a lot and also thank you for the favorite. Your too kind...

Mike Gentile

Date: 7/3/2023 11:07:00 AM

Michael, your important and beautiful message is expressed perfectly here!! Lovely! Happy Sunday!

Michael Tor
Date: 7/3/2023 12:22:00 PM

Thanks Mike. So often we regret not spending time, or doing something special, or saying important words that needed to be said, and it is too late when you find out, they have passed. I think most of us have experienced that Mike. Thank you my friend and happy Sunday to you... God bless you

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/3/2023 4:46:00 AM

A powerful message my friend. Every line is a potent reminder of how precious our life on earth is. A FAVE for me for your words to live by, Michael. Do it before the tears of regret--Right now my friend, before the Sun sets---inspiring call to action!

Michael Tor
Date: 7/3/2023 12:33:00 PM

Vijay thank you so very much for your much appreciated comment. So glad you stopped by and rewarded me with your superb words of what I was trying to convey in this poem. Thank you my friend for the favorite.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/3/2023 3:33:00 AM

- A wise call, Michael - yes, do it before the sun goes down ...tomorrow it may be too late - hugs

Michael Tor
Date: 7/3/2023 12:34:00 PM

Hugs back. Thank you Anne-Lise. God bless you...

Valsa George

Date: 7/3/2023 1:18:00 AM

Life is short and fleeting. We do not know when it is our time to leave the earth. So do good to people and tell those whom we love all good things we want to tell before time expires. Beautifully written dear Michael !

Michael Tor
Date: 7/3/2023 12:35:00 PM

Thank you Dear Valsa your kind words lift me up. God bless you and I hope your having a wonderful day...

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/2/2023 9:56:00 PM

Dear Micheal, I have so few friends. and so many issues, but yours are a poem of wise thoughts. You are thee best in this matter.

Michael Tor
Date: 7/3/2023 12:38:00 PM

Victor you are very kind with your words my friend. So many here including yourself my friend share wise thoughts in their enlightening Poetry. Thank you again Victor hoping you get better and feel better. Will be praying for your good health my friend...

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 7/2/2023 6:45:00 PM

I think every day is an opportunity to let those you love know how much they mean to you. I agree with you totally on this one :)

Michael Tor
Date: 7/2/2023 8:46:00 PM

Thank you Vie yes everyday should not be wasted to spend time with someone you love or care for. You might not get another chance and live to regret the time you wasted...

Bill Baker

Date: 7/2/2023 5:14:00 PM

Wise words, Michael, The right time is now. Thanks for the encouragement to say what needs to be said before it's too late. Have a great July, my friend! Bill

Michael Tor
Date: 7/2/2023 8:46:00 PM

Thank you Bill hope your Fourth is well with the ones you love...