L Milton Hankins Poet Quatern

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 April 9, 2022 at 3:51 AM I have quickly read your winning entry in Brian's contest and found it worthy of its honor. Congrats. Sara L Milton Hankins April 9, 2022 at 7:57 AM Thank you so much, Sara. An endorsement from you is always appreciated.

Kim Rodrigues April 5, 2022 at 6:24 AM Heartfelt with great refrains! A fun form! Congratulations, Milton! L Milton Hankins April 5, 2022 at 7:57 AM Thank you so much, Kim. I enjoyed writing the poem, and I'm so glad you enjoyed reading it.

Unseeking Seeker April 5, 2022 at 1:08 AM Each breath a new dawn, so shrug and move on ~ enjoyed your musings, Milt, congrats on your win! L Milton Hankins April 5, 2022 at 7:57 AM Thank you, Unseeking. Sometimes that is the only sensible way!

Christuraj Alex April 5, 2022 at 1:04 AM It', indeed, heartbreaking "When our suggestions fall on deaf ears" - Congratulations! L Milton Hankins April 5, 2022 at 7:58 AM Chris, your thoughts are always appreciated. Thank you.

Caren Krutsinger April 2, 2022 at 11:57 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 April 3, 2022 at 9:08 AM Absolutely. I couldn't agree more with you.

Terry Miller April 1, 2022 at 6:55 AM I find that more of my suggestions fall on deaf ears the older I get, great poem Milton. L Milton Hankins April 1, 2022 at 7:57 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 March 31, 2022 at 6:11 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 March 31, 2022 at 6:32 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 March 31, 2022 at 3:57 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 March 31, 2022 at 4:38 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.