Competition With Myself

I am in competition with no one with the exception of myself. Sometimes I think life would be easier if I were dumb. Maybe if I were ugly people would be nice. I wish people could see my heart. Perhaps they might actually like me. by Berteena Harmony of the Soul Featured on PoetrySoup - January 20,2019

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Date: 4/4/2020 9:47:00 AM

Hey, Berteena my name is Gabriel. I am a student at a university and I have to write a paper on a poet or poem. The contents of the paper should include a bibliography, and also what events led them to create their piece. I was wondering if there was any way you could help me.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/15/2019 8:07:00 PM

It's so nice to meet you, and here we are only interested in the soul, which sparkles from the poetry you write! Loved seeing your first post.

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 2/25/2019 7:55:00 PM

Thank you for welcoming me with such grace and kindness. Your soul shines! <3

Valerie Staton

Date: 2/15/2019 9:26:00 AM

I do not need to see your heart to see the goodness you possess. You are a beauty inside and out. :) Keep writing those terrific poems!

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 2/25/2019 7:54:00 PM

Oh wow! You have made my whole month! Thank you, Ms. Valerie! <3

Mike Grant

Date: 2/13/2019 8:19:00 PM

I like you just by the way you express yourself! Nice job ~Mike

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 2/13/2019 9:53:00 PM

Thank you for seeing the heart through the words. I appreciate you!

Line Gauthier

Date: 2/2/2019 9:41:00 PM

Welcome to Poetry Soup, Berteena. I look forward to reading much more of your poetry.

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 2/2/2019 10:18:00 PM

Very kind of you to welcome me. I will certainly enjoy reading your poetry as well.

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 1/30/2019 10:52:00 AM

We do need to compete with ourselves and travel through the inner self in order to get that deeper understanding.. acquire growth and attain beauty.. A beautiful poem that speaks to the heart and mind.. a pleasure to read.. warmest wishes, Berteena. Revel in the love and light of the beautiful souls on PS. Blessings.

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 1/30/2019 7:25:00 PM

I see your soul, Besma, and It’s beautiful. Your words are in my heart now. Thank you, lovely one.

John Gondolf

Date: 1/29/2019 4:53:00 AM

Nicely written, Berteena, sometimes I think the world would be a better place if we could see someone’s heart before we see their face. Welcome to PS. John

Berteena Harmony Of The Soul
Date: 1/29/2019 7:51:00 PM

You are very kind and encouraging. I appreciate your thoughts.