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Move On From the Past

Thoughts of the past, pounding at my mind’s door, As thoughts keep pounding, my mind says no more! Thoughts of the future, now enter my head, My heart and mind choose future thoughts instead. Change seems challenging, though it is natural, We can’t stop change, certainly seems factual. No moving own and no smiling faces, Obstacles we find in many places. We choose to follow, no contemplations, No time to look at inter-relations. Decide to get moving, get off the fence, Forward we move with faith and confidence. Thoughts of the past, in the corner cower. Now life can blossom like a spring flower.

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Anisha Dutta

Date: 9/6/2023 10:56:00 PM

That’s the spirit. Move forward with faith and confidence. Blessings

Bill Baker
Date: 9/7/2023 10:25:00 AM

Thank you, Anisha, I will. Life is an adventure for me, I love life. May your thoughts bring comfort and peace to your soul, Bill

Mike Gentile

Date: 9/1/2023 10:37:00 AM

Bill, sure sage and sound advice crafted in a beautiful Sonnet! I think most of us have been on that poetic fence that you portray!! I really enjoyed reading this today! Happy Friday !

Bill Baker
Date: 9/1/2023 5:50:00 PM

I sure have. lol Thanks for the visit and comment, Mike. Happy Friday to you, my friend. Bill

Christina Bowring

Date: 8/31/2023 3:38:00 PM

A wonderful sonnet my friend. Perfectly composed. That ending couplet- simply gorgeous! I try to live in the “present “ ,’the here, the now” for that’s all we truly have and march forward. So enjoyed your thoughtful words of wisdom. Thank you Bill for sharing. God bless.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 3:54:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comments, Christina, it's always good to see you stopped by. I'm a live in the present kind of guy. My plan for each day is to take what comes into my life and respond from a loving heart. Smiles ~ Blessings my friend. Bill

The Situation

Date: 8/31/2023 12:10:00 PM

BOOM!!! Every once in a while an artest blows my mind. This is clearly muse driven. Everyword in place and it speeks. I can relate we all can relate. It's a fav.T.S.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 3:56:00 PM

Thanks for the encouraging comment, and especially for the FAV, my friend. Have a great September! Bill

Jay Narain

Date: 8/31/2023 10:57:00 AM

I recall a proverb which says, "Do not contemplate on past or worry about future, enjoy the present". Nicely penned.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 3:57:00 PM

I like that! It's the way we should live a fulfilling life, Jay. Thanks for the thoughtful comments, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Brian Sambourne

Date: 8/31/2023 8:43:00 AM

Very true words, Bill, that moving forward is vital to sustained living. Memories, however, can provide wisdom like "I won't do that again." Or memories can fortify, bring an inner glow. There are layers of complexity in remembering as they are an intricate part of self. Thank you for your thoughtful posting. Be well. Brian

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 9:56:00 AM

I agree with your comment, Brian, memories are important. I have no problem with looking back on memories that are positive and even negative if for learning or understanding. It's just dwelling in the past all the time instead of living in the present that seems to be problematic to me. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/31/2023 5:12:00 AM

Inspirational, uplifting--words to live by, Bill. Great advice.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 9:08:00 AM

Thanks, Vijay, for the comments and encouragement. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 8/31/2023 3:50:00 AM

well written, dearest Bill. "Decide to get moving...with faith and confidence" such powerful words. If we look for obstacles, they're always there. Best to live in the day, putting regrets of the past behind. I love your insight and meaningful words. hugs, me

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 9:06:00 AM

Thanks for the thoughtful comments and especially the hugs, me. I know who you are! :-) lol Bill

Speaks Volumes

Date: 8/30/2023 11:48:00 PM

Oh Bill, some past is so magnificent I rejoice in remembering it. I must admit I am more happy thinking about the present than the future. Now I am old I don't bother with the future, I leave it to God to look after it. (The past does make for some interesting poems though!). Your poem led to some soul searching for me, before I commented Bill. Thank you so much, I enjoyed it.~~ I am waiting for the next 3 ! :)

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 8:04:00 PM

Thanks for the wonderful comments, my friend. I'll soup mail you with three more soon. Let me know of three more of yours to read too. Have a great September! Bill

Kim Merryman

Date: 8/30/2023 7:35:00 PM

You are so right, Bill! We can't stay in the past. We have to move forward, even it it's not comfortable. Blessings, Kim M

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 9:05:00 AM

Thank you for a first visit, Kim. I appreciate you reading and commenting on my poetry. I'll visit your poetry soon. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Michael Tor

Date: 8/30/2023 7:26:00 PM

This is awesome Bill. Just love your message my friend. It would be nice if we focus on the good instead of worry of the past and future. This one is definitely a favorite for me. God bless you my friend...

Bill Baker
Date: 8/31/2023 9:04:00 AM

I glad you enjoyed the poem, Michael, and thank you for the comment and FAV, my friend. Bill

Deb M

Date: 8/30/2023 5:21:00 PM

Hear hear and here here Mr Baker! Well said Bill! Debx

Bill Baker
Date: 8/30/2023 5:26:00 PM

Thank you, Deb. Trying to get back to one a day in September, this week is my warmup. LOL Have a great week! Bill