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Courtesy Counts

I'd like to visit you, but well
you never visit me
what happened to that courtesy
called reciprocity?

Eileen Manassian

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Paul Callus

March 2, 2016 at 9:07 AM

This is a debatable topic, Eileen. I make it a point to reciprocate every visit that I get; I would feel bad if I didn't. It is precisely for this reason that for several days I don't post any poems at all...that gives me time to catch up with as many people as possible. Of course, I understand that people have lots to do and their time is limited, so I don't expect them to work miracles! Hugs // paul

Richard Lamoureux

February 29, 2016 at 8:31 AM

Dropping by to say hi.

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 4:35 PM

Hello, dear...Hope all is well. Hugs

Wilma Neels

February 29, 2016 at 5:51 AM

Well said Eileen :)

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 4:36 PM

Hello, dear. Nice to have a visit from you. :) Hugs

Timothy Hicks

February 29, 2016 at 1:46 AM

A great topic for discussion ... I always try my best to respond back, but for one reason or another, it can also get overwhelming at times. There are some folks at Soup that I read and comment quite a bit, even though I know they almost never do the same for me ... oh well ... their poetry ends up pulling me in, regardless. I'm a bit OCD, sometimes, about how and when, I read and comment ... maybe it's something I need to work on!

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 4:37 PM

Hey, you! I know you're busy. You've actually been better to me than I've been to you...so no worries! I know time is limited. Thanks for the visit. Sending hugs all the way to your neck of the woods.

Andrea Dietrich

February 28, 2016 at 7:39 PM

Like a small version of what I say in some of my poems. Much better when succinct I say!!! Awesome, Eileen.

Carl Fraser

February 28, 2016 at 7:07 PM

Hi Eileen, So much said in just a few lines. Common courtesy and respect go a long way. Nice Quatro in. Blessings Carl

Charlie Smith

February 28, 2016 at 5:08 PM

Spot on...Good work! Charlie

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 4:37 PM

Hey...Charlie. Thanks for the visit.

CayCay Godwin

February 28, 2016 at 3:42 PM

It is best to give without expectation. We are all way too human to visit everyone, every day. Best intentions would require making an actual job of PS. BUT, I do understand the feeling - we have all been on both sides of this emotion! All the best, Sweetie ... CayCay

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 3:50 PM

Awwwww....dear, I have a new "Bible verse"....Love, inasmuch as ye have been loved. I know it's not the true way, but sometimes....you get tired of giving and not getting back. I'm learning where to best invest my time, love, and friendship. It's called...survival! :) Hugs

Charlotte Puddifoot

February 28, 2016 at 3:03 PM

hi eileen, now this is what i call irony given that i've been feeling bad about not getting back to people! ironic that the first poem i visit addresses this very subject! lol i've got a backlog of comments and have just now started returning them...hope all is well with you :)

Eileen Manassian

February 29, 2016 at 3:49 PM

Hey, sweetie...you do what you can. I don't get to everyone as well. Time is limited. I understand. Hugs to you...I hope all is well.

Tim Smith

February 28, 2016 at 1:42 PM

I think we are all guilty at times. Whether it is time constraints, we are consumed by inspiration, or being pulled away by life, etc, it happens. We can only try harder. Lovely reminder Eileen.

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:44 PM

I know, dear. I am myself guilty. Especially with newcomers. Sometimes I don't remember the name, and if I don't do it right away....it slips my mind. I'm talking about constantly visiting someone and not getting one response back. Perhaps stop reading? ;) Thanks for the visit. Hugs

Maurice Yvonne

February 28, 2016 at 11:19 AM

Guilty as charged. I am sorry I sometimes take a while to get back to others. Great little piece Eileen.

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:45 PM

I do too, dear. It's a reminder to all of us. I know some lovely people who visit three poems for every one comment you post. Lovely people.... :)

Casarah Nance

February 28, 2016 at 11:12 AM

It happens, sometimes it is just because of time and lack there of. This is a catchy little write and should be read as a gentle reminder or community. Hugs xx

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:46 PM

Yes, dear...It happens to me. In fact, I need to visit White Sage right now... :) Thanks for the visit, dear. I need to visit you as well. Boy...this one got me in trouble more than anyone else! ;) Hugs

Jan Allison

February 28, 2016 at 10:46 AM

I comment as widely as I can Eileen but as you say it is often not reciprocated - we can but try!:-) hugs Jan xx

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:47 PM

You are better than I am, dear. I've really been remiss. Thanks for the post, sweetie. You know I love ya! Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

February 28, 2016 at 10:20 AM

I try but sometimes there are those who I neglect although not on purpose.

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:48 PM

Me too, dear....Me too. Hugs

Charmaine Chircop

February 28, 2016 at 10:17 AM

Reciprocity is a good word.. There are times when I feel let down like at Christmas..I send my Christmas cards and greetings to friends on the isle,but some dnt even say thanks. It happens in our daily lives.At times it happens on soup too.At times it even happens to me..I ll have in mind to read Tom ,Paul and ann..And I forget Ann..Yes a great topic about respecting eachother dear.

Eileen Manassian

February 28, 2016 at 1:49 PM

Yes, dear....we are all struggling with other commitments and time constraints. I'm talking about consistently trying to connect and having no response. Perhaps it's best to let be? I always welcome your visits and comments. Love you.