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For Crying's Sake

For crying's sake, If I could cry, I'd take a break, Yet eyes stay dry. I'll stem the tears With laughter droll, And halt those fears I bane extoll.

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Daniel Caplin

Date: 3/15/2024 7:51:00 AM

Hello , lovely poem , I actually cry when I write , what's that all about , fancy doing a swap ? Daniel

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/15/2024 11:47:00 AM

Thank you for reviewing my poem. It came in a dream so I woke up and wrote it down. Always keep paper and pen near the bed.

Deb M

Date: 3/6/2024 12:48:00 PM

Very lovely poem Hilda! Really enjoyed reading this one! Debx

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/6/2024 3:07:00 PM

Thank you. Sending hugs to you.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 3/5/2024 10:22:00 AM

Hilda, I just wrote something about crying and one of the reasons for it. We're looking at it from slightly different perspectives. It's very useful to have a sense of humor in all of this as long as we respect our feelings. The delight of this poem actually does bring tears to my eyes. Crying and tears are strange at times.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/5/2024 4:13:00 PM

People and cultures vary. When outcome of actions are good, then all is good. I hope you liked my poem. It speaks to many others.

Ink Empress

Date: 3/4/2024 6:25:00 AM

Ah so good to read you today dear hilda, i hope you are doing well, sometimes tears just refuse to come, although heart is crying. What a deep read this is. Your last stanza depicts a strong soul that always is ready to pick up themselves despite all. I always say this, its ok to cry. Crying is healing too, maybe cus im a cry baby. Lol sending you light today and always

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/4/2024 6:45:00 AM

Thank you for your comments. Poem stirred things up because attitudes have been all over the board. Best is "Be true to thineself. Hug to you, Ink.

Yolanda Nicholsen

Date: 3/4/2024 5:00:00 AM

This is very lovely... blessings

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/4/2024 6:46:00 AM

Thank you.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/3/2024 8:10:00 PM

Interesting angle here. I wonder if Freud would say that eventually the dam will burst and the tears will flow...

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/3/2024 8:36:00 PM

Did Freud ever cry?

Howard Kerr

Date: 3/2/2024 6:20:00 AM

A peerless piece with practical yet poignant rhyme word selection. It has a thoughtful inner dynamic that cannot be misconstrued. This work is emphatic with regard to what makes us human. I cannot thank you enough for your very supportive comments on Wide Eye Saunter

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/2/2024 7:19:00 AM

The photograph of the bridge has some magnetic appeal for me. It looks old and well constructed.

Joe Dimino

Date: 3/2/2024 2:17:00 AM

Indeed, as a humanity we often suppress what needs expression, and avoid that fear that needs fearless detonation. Great poem!

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/2/2024 2:53:00 AM

Thank you.

Bill Baker

Date: 3/1/2024 3:37:00 PM

Fun read, Hilda, thanks for the good message in a fun poem, my friend. Bill

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 3/1/2024 4:20:00 PM

Thank you for commenting.

David Fisher

Date: 2/29/2024 6:26:00 PM

Yes, some laughter for crying's sake seems like the way to go. Also, a break would be nice.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/29/2024 6:51:00 PM

Thank you for reading and laughing.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 2/29/2024 3:30:00 PM

This poem is so cleverly written and relatable, Hilda. The rhyming is also very nice. :)

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/29/2024 4:31:00 PM

Thank you..

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 2/29/2024 3:09:00 AM

I rarely cry. Perhaps I lost my soul.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/29/2024 3:15:00 AM

I'm sure you have a soul. Crying means nothing about heart.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 2/29/2024 2:24:00 AM

- In short ... but, strong and sensitive Hilda :) - hugs

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/29/2024 3:14:00 AM

Thank you.

Robert Schatz

Date: 2/28/2024 11:13:00 PM

I really like this one Hilda. So much said in so few words. Super clever.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/29/2024 3:13:00 AM

Thank you , Robert. I always enjoy reading your comments.

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 2/28/2024 5:32:00 PM

A lovely poem, Hilda.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/28/2024 6:25:00 PM

Thank you.

Joseph May

Date: 2/28/2024 4:01:00 AM

I like the flow of this verse, Very nicely done

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/28/2024 7:40:00 AM

Thank you.

Gary Radice

Date: 2/27/2024 10:03:00 PM

Hilda, your cleverly written poem got me thinking: One function of tears is that they are a way of communicating our emotions to others. They also help to release pent up emotion. I'll add that not being able to cry may come down to stress,, Sjögren's disease or a psychological reason causing an emotional disconnect of some sort. I'll stop there as I'm taking your poem too literally. I enjoyed reading. PS For crying out loud used to be a popilar expression when I was young. :) Cheers - Gary

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 11:59:00 PM

On the other side of the equation, I asked an ophthalmologist if it's good to cry. He said no, because tears contain salt which isn't good for eyes. I guess it's just personal choice. I'm glad you enjoyed this poem.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/27/2024 4:31:00 PM

such an odd sensation feeling/wanting to cry but can't...I get frustrated 'when my eyes stay dry.' It's as if the emotion isn't quite ready to be released. Yet there have been times in my life when I couldn't stop crying...gotta be a balance there somewhere. I enjoyed your poem, dear Hilda. Have a great evening, Sara

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 5:01:00 PM

Thank you.

Yann Rolland

Date: 2/27/2024 3:24:00 PM

if only, we could, poignant poem, thanks for sharing yann

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 3:52:00 PM

Thank you.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/27/2024 3:19:00 PM

Hilda, It is odd to me that sometimes it is such a relief to cry. It's a very strange thing that we can do. I think that I sometimes want to cry but also can't. Recently, I tripped in our attic and put my foot through the sheet rock ceiling. I wanted to cry, almost did, but couldn't quite get there.

Duke Beaufort
Date: 2/28/2024 12:02:00 PM

I wanted to cry about the damage to the ceiling. My foot was OK!!!

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 3:51:00 PM

Well, perhaps the next poem will be "keep a stiff upper lip", though that sounds somewhat British. I hope your foot is o.k. Thank you for your comment.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 2/27/2024 12:39:00 PM

Great message in this little poem, Hilda. And I like how it reminds me of the expression: For crying out loud

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 1:12:00 PM

Yes, I've also heard for crying out loud. Both are idiomatic. I'm sure foreign people wonder what we mean. Thanks for reading.

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 2/27/2024 11:52:00 AM

Dear Hilda, your poem is filled with raw emotion and resilience. Your words express the struggle to find peace amidst tears, yet also the strength to overcome with laughter. This is a powerful piece. - Blessings, Daniel

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 1:10:00 PM

Thank you for your comment. This was another poem from the subconscious, just as I was about to fall asleep. "For crying's sake" is an expression of exasperation that I heard as I was growing up.

Heidi Sands

Date: 2/27/2024 10:35:00 AM

This flows perfectly. Well done :)

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 10:57:00 AM

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

Sotto Poet

Date: 2/27/2024 10:21:00 AM

This piece showcases an exquisite display of creativity and brilliance dear Hilda. The words flow with remarkable eloquence, accompanied by dazzling rhymes that captivate the reader's senses.

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 10:56:00 AM

Thank you for your comment.

Di11y Da11y

Date: 2/27/2024 10:17:00 AM

Very moving Hilda x

Hilda Greenhough
Date: 2/27/2024 10:56:00 AM

Thank you