Never Give It a Thought

It's so good to be spontaneous
others don't expect it so caught out
this brings flavour and colour to our lives
on each occasion without a little doubt

Having my stammer all of my life
mostly been a struggle on each day
but occasions there's been light relief
when spontaneity helped the word to say

There was one such occasion
when meeting therapists in the field
at their clinic, I was to introduce myself
spoke so well the future plans were sealed

Everything they asked I gave its answer
the clue was, never give it a thought
just don't think about it, just speak
spontaneous was my mate as I fought

But in most similar situations
not to think did not work
for your mind plays you tricks
pulls your tongue little jerks

(I've written this piece when considering the word Spontaneity and what it means to me bringi8ng to mind a situation from the past.)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Laurie Avatar
November 23, 2021 at 2:48 PM
G'day Gordon ... many of your poems give heart to they who feel as if they are different, but they're not. Being spontaneous is how many go through life - thank you Gordon - Lindsay
Mcconnell Avatar
November 23, 2021 at 3:14 PM
Thanks Lindsay, Glad you enjoyed this one and for your kind words. Blessings always,Gordon
Calasibetta Avatar
November 21, 2021 at 9:40 AM
Great poem Gordon ~ delivers a grand message; 'spontaneity' can be our finest device. Thanks for sharing you personal story! Blessings, Paulette
Mcconnell Avatar
November 21, 2021 at 8:50 PM
Thanks Paulette, Glad you enjoyed this one and thought it great, blessings always,Gordon
Scragg Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 1:05 PM
I like this.. don't overthink things.. this is a good lesson. But as you wisely balance it with the advice that sponteneouty is not always best. This must have helped you a lot though when you received support with the stammer. :-D best wishes Gordon.
Mcconnell Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 4:00 PM
Thanks Natasha, Glad you liked this one and found it good advice on life. Hope you have a good weekend, blessings always,Gordon
Baker Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 12:17 AM
nice poem packed with good advice, Gordon. Letting it flow can also get pretty tricky with a quick mind. Oops and skips do happen. LOL A poet friend, Bill
Mcconnell Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 1:08 AM
Thanks Bill, Glad you liked this one and trust all is well with you too. Blessings, Gordon
George Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 8:43 PM
Gordon, having a set back is natural, but having the openess to accept it and showing steady effort to overcome it are so admirable. George Bernard Shaw had stammering all through his life, but by steady effort, he became one of the most powerful speakers.
Mcconnell Avatar
November 19, 2021 at 1:07 AM
Thanks Valsa for your encouraging words, Hope all is well with you this day, Blessings always, Gordon
Brown Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 5:01 PM
Gordon, your such a encouragement to us all. You wrote a beautiful well written story. Blessings ~ Debra
Mcconnell Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 7:28 PM
Thanks Debra, Glad you found this an encouragement to you all finding it a beautiful piece. Blessings always,Gordon
Pandit Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 3:21 PM
Your story is one of courage having to face this all your life. Obviously you have succeeded in managing it through a long life. A rewarding feeling to learn from your story, Gordon.
Mcconnell Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 3:49 PM
Thanks Vijay, Glad you liked it and pleased my story gave you an rewarding feeling. Have a blessed day,Gordon
Allison Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 1:30 PM
You are so inspirational Gordon, I always think of the King's speech and how he managed to over come his stammer with help from his therapist, hugs Jan xx
Mcconnell Avatar
November 18, 2021 at 2:08 PM
Thanks Jan, Glad you found this inspirational, I have always been inspired by the King himself watching the newsreels of his speeches. Hope all is well with you, all is good here, I go for my flu and booster covid jags tomorrow. Hugs, Gordon
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