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Not Just Today--Ink

"What kind act can I do" I hear you say
Well maybe a greeting or just a smile
Go on, be kind and go that extra mile 
And not just a one off, but every day. 


Written 5th March 2020

For kind ink poetry contest 

Sponsored By Charles Messini.

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Andrea Dietrich Date: 4/18/2020 1:28:00 PM I am glad to finally be able to come and say CONGRATULATIONS. this was one of my favorites on the list, by the wy. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 4/18/2020 1:36:00 PM Thank you very much Andrea, I'm seeing many acts of kindness in these dark times. Lots doing good deeds for total strangers. Stay safe. Tom

Paula Goldsmith Date: 4/18/2020 11:25:00 AM Congratulations on your win. I love where you say, "What kind act can I do." I try to make people smile. Have a wonderful weekend................ Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 4/18/2020 1:02:00 PM Thank you Paula, hope you're well, stay safe. Tom

Charles Messina Date: 4/17/2020 1:04:00 PM Spledid write, Tom. "What kind act can I do" a question many should ask themselves. Very well done. Congratulations on your placement my dear friend. Stay well and be safe my friend. Charlie Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 4/18/2020 1:00:00 PM Thank you very much Charlie, some stunning entries. Thank you too for hosting. Stay safe. Tom.

Gershon Wolf Date: 4/17/2020 11:51:00 AM Here's to that extra mile and to your win in the contest, Tom! Take care! ~ Gershon Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 4/18/2020 12:59:00 PM Thank you Gershon, and you too. Tom

Andrea Dietrich Date: 3/16/2020 6:05:00 PM was this one judged yet? I don't even know. Anyway, just seeing it again and wondering about that!! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/17/2020 5:09:00 AM It hasn't been judged yet Andrea, still places open. Tom

Richard Lamoureux Date: 3/13/2020 9:01:00 AM Great advice. I see you are inclined to follow your own advice. That is a good thing. Have a great day and Weekend Tom. ;0) Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/13/2020 9:12:00 AM Thank you Richard, hope you too enjoy the weekend. Stay safe. Tom

Rercy Zola-Zaba Date: 3/13/2020 5:46:00 AM In this today world, where we are all busy and running after time, where minding our own business has become a norm, we have forgotten that just a simple smile even in passing can just brighten someone's day, It's a simple gesture but it's impact makes a great positive difference. Thank you for this lovely piece! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/13/2020 7:00:00 AM Thank you very much Rercy, your words are so true. I hope you are well. Tom

Michelle Faulkner Date: 3/10/2020 12:34:00 PM This gave me a smile today, so you have done your mission! All the best for the contest- Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/10/2020 1:02:00 PM Thank you Michelle, I'm happy you liked it. Tom

Lindsay Laurie Date: 3/9/2020 7:32:00 PM G'day Tom ... smiles brighten up the world Tom. Perhaps we need a World Smiling Day - thanks Tom - Lindsay Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/10/2020 3:38:00 AM Thanks Lindsay, that's not a bad idea, it would cross all barriers. Tom

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 3/7/2020 12:53:00 PM A smile brings joy to both parties Tom. It is such a small thing that may have a great impact. Lovely! xxoo Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 1:53:00 PM Thank you very much Connie, and the best thing is it costs nothing. Tom

Heidi Sands Date: 3/7/2020 11:57:00 AM Very nice Tom. I love this. Well done :) Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 1:52:00 PM Thank you Heidi, happy you liked it. Tom

Mark Koplin Date: 3/7/2020 7:09:00 AM So true my friend. People don’t realize what just one simple smile or hello can do. You never know, you could save a life. Great job Tom! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 8:19:00 AM Thank you Mark, I fully agree, when folk sometimes reach rock bottom a greeting can bring them back from the brink. Tom

Timothy Mcguire Date: 3/6/2020 10:02:00 PM True Tom! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 3:31:00 AM Thank you Timothy. Tom

Eve Roper Date: 3/6/2020 9:28:00 PM Perfect for the contest, Tom. I use to live in a town that everyone was cordial. Now in a city that everyone is afraid of getting close. I miss the friendless and trust in people. Good luck in the contest. Hugs Eve Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 3:34:00 AM Thank you Eve, I use to find that in little towns in Ireland but In cities and large towns people don't even look at you. Tom

Andrea Dietrich Date: 3/6/2020 5:53:00 PM excellent, Tom. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 3:32:00 AM Thank you Andrea. Tom

Eileen Manassian Date: 3/6/2020 5:45:00 PM And why not? Great advice. I'll take you up on it. Great write. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/7/2020 3:32:00 AM Thank you Eileen, lovely to see you back. I hope alls well Tom

Alexis Y. Date: 3/6/2020 2:20:00 PM Hi Tom, I totally agree with your wise advice. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day and weekend:-) Alexis Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 3:37:00 PM Thank you Alexis, I hope you do too. Tom

Cecilia Macfarlane Date: 3/6/2020 1:58:00 PM Very wise advice in this terrific write Tom. Hugs Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 2:07:00 PM Thank you very much Cecilia, happy you liked it. Tom

Jack Ellison Date: 3/6/2020 7:28:00 AM Added to that and I think you know... add HUMOR!!! It puts a big happy grin on one's face! Lucky stuff to you my good friend!!! Jacko! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 8:17:00 AM Thanks Jack, humour, where would we be without it. Tom

Harry Horsman Date: 3/5/2020 7:38:00 PM Brilliant Tom, love it, reminds me of believing everyday should be like say 'Christmas day' the warmth the friendship. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 12:14:00 AM Thanks Harry, I share your belief, be great if it was like that Tom

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 3/5/2020 5:38:00 PM Hello Tom I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Have a nice evening my friend. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 12:06:00 AM Thank you very much Darlene, hope your snow has gone now. Tom

Panagiota Romios Date: 3/5/2020 5:17:00 PM Sounds so very much like the unselfish man, I know whose name is...yours! Best wishes in the Contest, Tom. Login to Reply Panagiota Romios Date: 3/6/2020 2:06:00 PM A smile, indeed. And a comment can light up another's soul. It costs nothing either. It's a techno local smile. You are a master at this. I am blessed to know you. Thank God! Panagiota xx Tom Cunningham Date: 3/6/2020 12:05:00 AM Thanks Panagiota, a smile can perk someones day and costs nothing. Tom

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 3/5/2020 12:13:00 PM - Yes, every day Tom - Lovely written - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/5/2020 12:27:00 PM Thank you Anne, little words and actions certainly make someones day. Tom

Vijay Pandit Date: 3/5/2020 7:04:00 AM Awesome poem Tom--you are so right ..a greeting or just a smile is an elegant form of kindness. Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/5/2020 8:27:00 AM Thank you Vijay, you're right, we don't have to put ourselves out a great deal, just acknowledging people is enough sometimes. Tom

Demetrios Trifiatis Date: 3/5/2020 1:10:00 AM What a wise advice my dearest friend, Tom! Login to Reply Tom Cunningham Date: 3/5/2020 1:47:00 AM Thank you Demetrios, and it costs us nothing. Tom

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