Christopher Grieves Poet Rhyme

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“Don’t count the days. Make the days count.”
- Muhammad Ali

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A Jinjagoliath poem
First published: October 2020
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Friday ::republished::

For some the beginning.
For some it's the end.
For many; days just merging
Into the blend. 

But the concept of Friday
Is simply this;
It's the end of the work-week
Sealed with a kiss.

It's assurance of respite.
It's that glorious space
Loaded with promise.
It's the end of the race. 

That comfiest armchair
Those slippers so snug.
It's like greeting a friend
With a lingering hug.

Is it really enough
If it's one out of seven?
Or should we be seeking
A little more heaven? 

I think as I drive
Through the Autumnal streets
That all days are precious
And while life repeats.. 

Relax and enjoy them
Wherever you are..
For loving the journey
Will help take you far. 

So Fridays, we love you,
To the end and the start.
And thank you for helping me
Reset my heart.

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Funom Makama June 2, 2024 at 10:52 AM We all love Fridays (I guess). Friday night is the best part of weekend for me. This is a highly intelligent piece you've written. Weldone Christopher. Cynthia Vipond June 2, 2024 at 2:29 PM Thanks Funom :)

Mystic Rose Rose May 15, 2024 at 4:14 AM Smile ! this one really brought out the sigh in me, Friday, I thank you ! Thanks for sharing this beauty, and thanks for the fav Christopher Grieves May 15, 2024 at 6:21 PM You are worthy! And a wonderful poet-friend. Bless you and thank you, C :) x

Susan Ashley May 9, 2024 at 5:32 PM Dear Christopher, I enjoyed your soulful recitation of your beautiful poem, Friday. The tender imagery is thoughtful, poignant and uplifting. I especially adored the questioning "Is it really enough/If it's one out of seven?/Or should we be seeking/A little more heaven?" There's a turn, at this stanza, to gratitude for "all days are precious" - so lovely! But Fridays do have a unique way of resetting the heart for sure. Such a great poem, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Christopher Grieves May 10, 2024 at 8:20 PM Hello Susan :) so very lovely to hear from you and thank you for your considered and kind words. I wrote this at a time when life was extra precious, especially family time and a sense that days with loved ones should never be taken for granted. Bless you. Best wishes and may your Fridays serve you well. C :) x

Sam Kauffman April 30, 2024 at 12:01 PM Oh, the sheer delight of Fridays expressed in your wonderful rhymes, Christopher! But I also like finding the value and blessings in the gift of each precious day - finding something to be grateful for at the end of the day. Enjoyed this so much. Blessings to you every day and, as Andrea says, TGIF! Christopher Grieves May 1, 2024 at 6:35 AM Sam, I do too, as you say count the blessings in every day. But some days are more blessing than others ;) All the best, blessings C :) x

Andrea Dietrich April 14, 2024 at 7:27 PM It is my favorite day. TGIF forevermore. Christopher Grieves May 1, 2024 at 6:34 AM I concur, Andrea. Thanks for stopping by, blessings C :) x

Christina Bowring March 30, 2024 at 2:53 PM Hello my friend. I love this poem and I love your soothing tones with the narration ( one of the best so far) You really have got a great recording voice which always enhances your beautiful poetry. Your voice made it seem very ‘personal’ like you were addressing the reader which made it all captivating. I love the reminder of treasuring all days. We all wish our lives away wishing it was this day or that day. We should make everyday ‘Friday’ :) Really enjoyed reading this very reflective, Christopher Grieves March 30, 2024 at 6:25 PM Dear Christina, so lovely of you to stop by :) Our weekends have Fridays, our lives too.. if only we could have more Friday vibes. I often wonder if retirement eliminates the terror of Monday vibes but similarly the joy of Fridays. We'll see. Answers on a postcard... Happy Easter too! Cx Christina Bowring March 30, 2024 at 2:54 PM poem from you. Happy Easter! X :) :)

Ink Empress March 29, 2024 at 2:46 PM Yes here in the maldives friday is weekend, and i love Fridays, it’s when i can just be makeup free, and not socialise, as an introvert socialising can get a bit overwhelming! Good Friday to you chris! And also i love the depth of this poem.i love the picture used here too. Sending you light Christopher Grieves March 29, 2024 at 4:14 PM Dear Ink, Blessing to you in the land of coconuts, sand and sunshine:) always a pleasure to hear from your part of the world and your enthusiastic commenting is always uplifting. Thank you so much. Cx :))