Robin L. Gass Poet Quatrain

All That I Know

I wish I had the knowledge of
lifes most important things
knew how to end lifes problems
and all the pain it brings.

I don't know much of anything
but I do know how pain feels
and I know this life is filled
with too many bad deals.

I always try to understand
what others say and do
because I may not really know
just what they have been through.

I never want to cause more pain
that doesn't have to be
and pray that someone else in turn
will do the same for me.

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Debbie Guzzi February 15, 2009 at 12:06 PM Work on last verse hon, read it out loud, needs work on the meter hmmmmm "and I hope when my turns comes" ? There's kindness there for me? Just thoughts, love ya Debbie

Michael Degenhardt February 4, 2009 at 12:54 PM Robin, you then know morethan the average person and as well you reflect in this a very big heart. Love the quick terrific rhyme of this read. Michael

Lawrence Ingle January 27, 2009 at 2:54 AM Such a natural flow of great wordy thoughts and feelings. Don't we all wish we could end a lot of lifes problems. Great writing...Lawrence in Lou.

Keith Bickerstaffe January 26, 2009 at 9:00 PM The very definition of empathy... BRAVO Robin! Love and hugd, Keith

Brian Strand January 26, 2009 at 8:18 AM Re your question Robin about Epulaeryu I pronounce it as E -PU-LAE-R(Y)U but Joseph Spence created the form so maybe there is a more accurate answer.Rgds Brian

Sharon Winter January 26, 2009 at 5:16 AM Very thoughtful, open and caring of you. This would indeed be a gift, to help others. Beautiful write from your beautiful heart. Love, Shar

Brian Strand January 25, 2009 at 11:30 PM Very thought-filled words here Robin.Rgds Brian

Raul Moreno January 25, 2009 at 2:42 PM Touching word Robin, I absolutely loved this poem, it spoke directly to my heart. I also long for the same message written here. I guess through our hurting, great poetry is born...Raul

Lucinda Bulger January 25, 2009 at 2:29 PM Nice flow to this poem that shows compassion and wisdom. :) Have a nice evening, Lucinda

Laurie Ginn January 25, 2009 at 2:11 PM We never really know what lurks behind the smiling face in front of us. You are a very loving individual to protect the hearts of others. Laurie

Maryam Jameela Haniff January 25, 2009 at 1:04 PM this is lovely.........felt it in me all the way through...great write!...*Maryam

Christopher Higgins January 25, 2009 at 1:03 PM I found the title to be sad after reading your poem. You have so much emotions that comes flying out in this piece. I love your ability to express yourself through words. Wonderful!