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Books Unread

Why is the middle where I put a book down?
My anticipation dies at that half-read interlude.
I lack the discipline that keeps me inbound.
A famous author's endings should be praised, and not eschewed.

Copyright © Hilda Greenhough | Year Posted 2023

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Valsa George Date: 11/13/2024 3:54:00 AM Hi Hilda, I too am not an avid reader. I can read only if I have a lot of leisure time. Then again I leave the book halfway if I don't find them engrossing. Reading at night is never my way, as I have problem with my eyes. This candid confession of yours, I really liked. Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 11/13/2024 6:44:00 AM Thank you. I like reading but hate the interruptions when I get started.

Howard Kerr Date: 2/17/2024 1:16:00 AM I’m most partial to a work like this for its refreshing honesty, style, and precise language. Sincere gratitude for your appraisal of Piebald Furry Deer Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 3/9/2024 7:04:00 PM I'm glad you like it.

Robert Schatz Date: 1/11/2024 2:21:00 PM This is really poignant Hilda. "keeps me inbound" is a cool turn of phrase. I like how you end it with a self reprimand. Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 1/12/2024 8:49:00 AM Thank you. I'll be finishing it soon.

Lin Lane Date: 1/5/2024 5:47:00 AM At least you get half way. I can tell much sooner whether or not it’s a book I will enjoy. I love reading series, hoping there will always be a next one. Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 1/5/2024 5:54:00 AM Some series are good if they sort of end at each book. Harry Potter was an enjoyable series. I like to learn, so books that unfold are the types I like.

Hiya Sharma Date: 12/14/2023 6:39:00 AM Oh yes, I'm too like this when sometimes I find a book not as per my interest, but yes, with those that really fascinate me, I can't get peace until I've finished reading them till the end.. There can be many reasons for the lack of concentration.. I remember when I finished reading a very long book on the day when I purchased it gosh.. This is a thought-provoking and intriguing write dear Hilda, wonderfully crafted.. Sending you light always :) Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/14/2023 9:22:00 AM Thank you. And may you read thousands of books successfully.

Bill Baker Date: 12/9/2023 5:37:00 PM Sometimes it's being lazy, but most of the time it may just mean the book is not for you right now. Sometimes I buy a book at half-priced books that I've owned before. I read it and it's fabulous. I think why did I sell this book the first time? The timing just wasn't right for me the first time. Read it when you're ready, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/9/2023 9:14:00 PM I hope you liked the poem. I'm not too concerned if I finish. I always failed in school on "makes good use of time". I guess they were right.

Richard Lamoureux Date: 12/9/2023 5:57:00 AM I believe I have undiagnosed ADHD so I have to make concerted effort to stick with most things to their conclusion. Over time I have improved. I appreciate this honest disclosure. I might suggest that instead of starting a new book go back a couple books to one that you didn’t finish. You know you can read half a book. Pretend you are just starting that one. Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/9/2023 7:19:00 AM Thank you for reading my poem. Maybe I just like touching books. Maybe touching them gives me insights. I think I'll sell some of the crafts books soon. Lol.

Evelyn Judy Buehler Date: 12/8/2023 9:35:00 PM I agree with Gershon Hilda. Sometimes, halfway through a book, one finds that it is plodding and dull, and there is not enough interest to continue. Nicely written poem. :) Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/8/2023 9:48:00 PM Thank you. It's more a thought than a poem. Since Ink commented, I've made progress. I can do it

Victor Buhagiar Date: 12/8/2023 2:05:00 AM I agree with IE. I wouldn't want to put a book down. Greetings Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/8/2023 7:42:00 AM Thank you. I continue on in my pursuit of knowledge.

Yolanda Nicholsen Date: 12/4/2023 11:17:00 PM lovely write Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/5/2023 12:02:00 AM Thank you.

Ink Empress Date: 12/3/2023 8:18:00 PM Oh this is such a genuine and sincere write. My twin sister is like you. But me, when i start reading a good book, i cant sleep until im done reading. But im also a fast reader, maybe because ive been reading since childhood, so i end up finishing a big novel in one day sometimes hah. But some books, when they drag on too much i get bored and read the last page and get done with it. Pleasure reading you always hilda. Sending you light today and always Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/3/2023 9:27:00 PM I guess finishing will be my New Year resolution. My eyes aren't as sharp as they used to be, so I need to make certain that I wear reading glasses. Thank you for reading the poem. I enjoy your comments.

Gershon Wolf Date: 12/3/2023 4:37:00 PM Hilda, maybe - just maybe - there was no reason to read on. If a book hasn't grabbed you halfway through, it's rather unlikely to grab you right at the end... 'Great books' are relative to the reader. My opinion. ~ Just sayin' Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/3/2023 6:43:00 PM I try to read books that I should read. It's a leftover habit from high school. I'm reading POLAND right now. I will finish it

Sotto Poet Date: 12/3/2023 2:31:00 PM I echo what Tom, said. Concentration and patience. Pearls are always tricky to unfold dear Hilda. Great brevity Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/3/2023 3:08:00 PM I wanted it to be longer, but like Alice, I ate the wrong cookie. Thank you for your coment. I may be offline for some time while I read.

Andrea Dietrich Date: 12/3/2023 12:50:00 PM Wow you are able to put it down?? I could that if it was a terrible story going nowhere. Then you could just go to last page and not waste time getting there! Login to Reply Hilda Greenhough Date: 12/3/2023 1:25:00 PM Thank you. I'm at war with myself.