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Deaf Ears

When our suggestions fall on deaf ears And what we think carries little weight, We begin to realize our deepest fears When ideas we cherish do not resonate. Saddened by another’s lack of concern When our suggestions fall on deaf ears Deep down we feel a bit of heartburn, Occasionally it wells up in bitter tears. At heart, we have their best, our peers And share only what we think is wise, When our suggestions fall on deaf ears Or, are met with utter disdain and guise. ‘Tis best to slough off disappointment Replace it with thoughts of good cheers, And follow up with a fun entertainment When our suggestions fall on deaf ears. FIRST PLACE WINNER Written April 31, 2022 Brian Strand's Standard Contest

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 4/9/2022 3:51:00 AM

I have quickly read your winning entry in Brian's contest and found it worthy of its honor. Congrats. Sara

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/9/2022 7:57:00 AM

Thank you so much, Sara. An endorsement from you is always appreciated.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/5/2022 6:24:00 AM

Heartfelt with great refrains! A fun form! Congratulations, Milton!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/5/2022 7:57:00 AM

Thank you so much, Kim. I enjoyed writing the poem, and I'm so glad you enjoyed reading it.

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 4/5/2022 1:08:00 AM

Each breath a new dawn, so shrug and move on ~ enjoyed your musings, Milt, congrats on your win!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/5/2022 7:57:00 AM

Thank you, Unseeking. Sometimes that is the only sensible way!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 4/5/2022 1:04:00 AM

It', indeed, heartbreaking "When our suggestions fall on deaf ears" - Congratulations!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/5/2022 7:58:00 AM

Chris, your thoughts are always appreciated. Thank you.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 4/2/2022 11:57:00 PM

Hear! Hear! I am all about good cheer! "‘Tis best to slough off disappointment Replace it with thoughts of good cheers,"

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/3/2022 9:08:00 AM

Absolutely. I couldn't agree more with you.

Terry Miller

Date: 4/1/2022 6:55:00 AM

I find that more of my suggestions fall on deaf ears the older I get, great poem Milton.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/1/2022 7:57:00 AM

Me, too, Terry. Seems like these youngsters are too interested in hearing from an old man. So, I've learned to temper my suggestions and opinions.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/31/2022 6:11:00 PM

It IS hard, isn't it? One tries his best to help, and the response is something like 'Whatever.' Nice recovery from the disappointment, Milt. :) Gershon

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/31/2022 6:32:00 PM

I generally just try to move on. I don't seem to have learned in my long lifetime that most people don't care to hear my ideas! And...that's okay by me.

Indiana Shaw

Date: 3/31/2022 3:57:00 PM

This is a nice form, Milt's, and as to the content, you filled it so well, giving it a truly positive ending, I like it a lot . . . : )

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/31/2022 4:38:00 PM

Indiana, for some reason I seem to be attracted to poetry forms with repeating lines. I don't know why. Thanks for your encouraging comment. I appreciate it.