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My Net Worth

One day I decided to aggregate what I own Realizing soon enough I couldn't count it all, Though I never thought I had all that much What I had was oddly beyond simple math. Determined I was to know what I'm worth And I knew the formula for how that works So I added all assets and deducted liabilities Yet, never could I derive the right answer. My assets were tangible, so easy to add up But when I thought of lives I had touched And receipt of generosity they bestowed, I could not appraise the value of their love. Swiftly I subtracted what I owed to others Feeling proud of self for I didn't owe much Till I took account of much that was given Not expecting from me anything in return. When I finally accepted futility of my effort My worth resembled faces of my loved ones, Not susceptible to any numeric computation Well beyond the bounds of ordinary cognition. January 3, 2019 Placed 2nd in Food for thought poetry contest by Silent One

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Valsa George

Date: 2/17/2022 3:13:00 AM

I just love this !Before assessing our worth, we have to find out what the assets of real worth are ! Definitely the ones we have touched, the love we have given and received and all those who encouraged and helped us and our dear ones will figure far more higher in value than all material wealth we have so far amassed. Splendid... this too into my Fav.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 1/31/2019 12:14:00 PM

Before even reading the comments and after having read your awesome poem, I knew you were a winner and, guess what I was right - absolutely impeccably penned poem. Great write Vijay - congratulations. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 2/2/2019 5:00:00 PM

Thank you Jennifer.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/19/2019 7:29:00 AM

Let me add my belated congratulations as well. So well-deserved!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 2/2/2019 4:59:00 PM

Thank you Carolyn.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/14/2019 7:46:00 AM

Belated congratulations on your very deserved top win, Vijay. The value of love and generosity is priceless, whether given or received. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/14/2019 8:10:00 AM

Thank you Paul.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/13/2019 9:51:00 AM

Some of the things we have -- the intangibles -- are worth far more than our material possessions. And I like the way you also included what we owe to others in terms of kindnesses to repay. You have a kind heart, Vijay, and the wisdom of an "old soul." Beautifully penned! Hugs, carolyn

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/14/2019 8:10:00 AM

Thank you Carolyn.

Warren Doll

Date: 1/11/2019 10:30:00 AM

The last stanza says it all. Very well written, Vijay Warmest Wishes~ Warren.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:53:00 AM

Thank you Warren.

Frances Schiavina

Date: 1/11/2019 9:19:00 AM

This is magnificent Vijay. Congratulations!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:53:00 AM

Thank you Frances.

L. J. Carber

Date: 1/11/2019 8:12:00 AM

Very nicely done, Vijay-- as a retired financial advisor, I agree 100% with your calculation of 'true wealth'-- congrats on your win!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:52:00 AM

Thank you L.J.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/6/2019 9:56:00 PM

Priceless!!! Indeed!! That, you are! I knew this already. :) Congratulations Vijay, on this win. ~ Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:52:00 AM

Thank you Brandy.

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/6/2019 6:19:00 PM

Congratulations for your win Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:52:00 AM

Thank you Heidi.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 1/6/2019 5:59:00 PM

Hi Vijay, dropping by with my congratulations on your well deserved win in the contest. Have a wonderful Monday. Your friend always....Mike.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:52:00 AM

Thank you Mike.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/6/2019 1:33:00 PM

- A great win, congratulations, Vijay :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:51:00 AM

Thank you Anne-Lise.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 1/6/2019 1:30:00 PM

I'm back to say CONGRATS! Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:51:00 AM

Thank you Janice.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/6/2019 1:18:00 PM

This is such a profoundly moving write, Vijay. You are so right. It is impossible to measure what we owe others, as well as what we may have given. This is a FAVE for me. And congrats on your win in the contest too. Best wishes, Gershon

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:50:00 AM

Thank you Gershon...appreciate the kind remarks.

Alexis Y.

Date: 1/6/2019 12:11:00 PM

I knew it was a winner. Congratulations on a well deserved win:-)Alexis

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:50:00 AM

Thank you Alexis.

Joseph May

Date: 1/6/2019 11:35:00 AM

Congrats on your win Vijay..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:50:00 AM

Thank you Joseph.

Silent One

Date: 1/6/2019 10:53:00 AM

A unique take on the contest, and flows so well.. We have no assets when we die, many people seem to forget that.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/12/2019 7:49:00 AM

Thank you Silent One.

Joseph May

Date: 1/5/2019 5:57:00 PM

Great write Vijay...Your calculations gives us food for thought...best wishes..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/6/2019 7:06:00 AM

Thank you Joseph.

Kyle Kriticos

Date: 1/5/2019 9:27:00 AM

Absolutely amazing Vijay! When I read the title I knew I was in for a treat and was not disappointed ! Thanks for sharing this!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/5/2019 10:56:00 AM

Thank you Kyle..appreciate the visit and kind words.

Funom Makama

Date: 1/5/2019 9:23:00 AM

Forbes must read this... I cannot wait to be 100 worth more than Jeff Bezoz... Great right and yeah, there's actually no formula to know ones worth

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/5/2019 10:55:00 AM

You have right perspective on this..thank you for your visit and comments, Funom.

Arturo Michael

Date: 1/5/2019 8:59:00 AM

It's a hard one to count...many life times after you're long gone...Happy 2019

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/5/2019 10:54:00 AM

So true..thank you Arturo. Appreciate the feedback.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 1/4/2019 7:50:00 PM

What a wonderful, moving poem! You're right--There's no reliable "formula" for determining one's worth! Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/5/2019 7:33:00 AM

So glad to read your comments..many thanks, Janice.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/4/2019 7:27:00 PM

I don't need math of any kind, to know your worth! Because, you are priceless. Such a clever way to express this. You are a winner, these words belong soaring along the clouds, beyond the stars. Thank you for being here, for being you. :) Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/5/2019 7:33:00 AM

Always a pleasure to read your generous feedback. Thank you Brandy for your visit and comments.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/4/2019 2:35:00 PM

TGIF, vijay...have a good weekned!...huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/4/2019 3:27:00 PM

Thank you, Nette.

Alexis Y.

Date: 1/4/2019 10:51:00 AM

WoW! Vijay, This is excellent for the contest theme. I found this to be "Food for thought" and some more. It was a deep and thought provoking write. I think you've penned yourself a winner . I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-) Alexis

Vijay Pandit
Date: 1/4/2019 3:27:00 PM

Appreciate the feedback Alexis..many thanks.