Valsa George Poet Rhyme

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December.29.2024

One Goal Poetry Contest

Sponsor- Constance La France

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My Single Resolution for the New Year

“There are enormous possibilities for one to improve in life, as world is a great university and we are taught through text books of life’s experiences with sagacious sages and savants as our teachers and the precepts of great men who have left a great legacy behind.”--  ~By Poet~


As New Year dawns, promising a fresh start,
We pledge to see the graph of life rising in our chart.
At this time when all make resolutions many to be won,
I have boiled down my resolves to a single one.

All I wish is to be a better person in body and mind
To love others, forgive my enemies and be kind
This is something I have been striving all my life,
Get along even with my detractors without strife.

Train myself to be considerate to all without exception,
Be compassionate to the needy without expectation.
Live my life smooth without many a nagging care
And never let my heart sink into dull despair. 

Scrub away all my glaring imperfections clean.
Bring healthy practices everyday into my routine.
Admire nature and tend it in all its attendant glory.
Add memorable and sweeter episodes to my life’s story.

Be a loving partner in whom my man can spy,
An ocean of love surging in my dewy eye.
To my children, ever remain as an adorable mother,
A confidante, a friend and guide, giving them succor.

Through words and deeds, show them the miracle of love.
Teach them to be thankful for the blessings from above.
Thus enact my role as a wife and mother in the best way possible, 
Accepting, for my success and failure, I alone am responsible.

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Bj Legros Kelley December 30, 2024 at 9:31 PM Oh Valsa, this is such a beautiful and admirable poem, I see it was a winner in a contest, congratulations!

Paula Goldsmith December 30, 2024 at 11:30 AM Congratulations... What a wonderful write with a wonderful quote. Have A Happy/Blessed New Year 2025..........................

Andrea Dietrich December 30, 2024 at 10:43 AM I just knew this one would score high. Congrats, Valsa

Christuraj Alex December 30, 2024 at 2:29 AM "All I wish is to be a better person in body and mind To love others, forgive my enemies and be kind" - Very noble goal. The entire writing is very powerful with verses like "An ocean of love surging in my dewy eye." - Beautiful. Congratulations!

Andrea Dietrich December 29, 2024 at 3:49 PM Very beautifully thought out and written. You are well on your way with these resolutions!

Silent One December 29, 2024 at 10:11 AM Hey my sweet friend.. Your new years day poem beautifully captures the essence of self-improvement and personal responsibility, particularly at the dawn of a new year. Your desire to become a better person is something we all share, both in mind and body, which is a powerful resolution that many can relate to. The focus on compassion, forgiveness, and kindness, especially toward others and oneself, is inspiring. Hope all your dreams, hopes and aspirations come true in 2025

Joseph P. DiMino December 29, 2024 at 8:36 AM "All I wish is to be a better person in body and mind To love others, forgive my enemies and be kind This is something I have been striving all my life, Get along even with my detractors without strife." -- In a nut shell, perfect! "To my children, ever remain as an adorable mother, A confidante, a friend and guide, giving them succor." A beautiful poem throughout. A FAV!

Tom Cunningham December 29, 2024 at 1:51 AM You haven't much to do Valsa, I'd say you're already there. Best of luck in the contest and a very happy new year to you and your family. Tom

Ink Empress December 28, 2024 at 11:22 PM Dear sweet valsa, what a beautiful and thoughtful take on the prompt! You are truly a compassionate and considerate soul and that i see and feel through your poetry and interactions too. And i must say this resolution is heart warming to read. One that we all need to read and do too, and strive to be. More kind and loving and compassionate as this world already is a dark cold place! I really love the line “ To love others, forgive my enemies and be kind” this is something i do so fast too. One that can forgive their enemies is truly a strong soul! And I believe you are! Best wishes and sending you light always.