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On Making a Difference

On Making a Difference It does not matter how much money I have. Nor how many medals or trophies I own. Making a difference in the lives of others is the way to live, I was shown. Living as if I were the Hope Diamond under glass, is no way for me to live, alas! No need for hundreds to stare at me in stupefied awe! Getting and not giving is the biggest booby prize of all. Counting my medals and jewelsas if I were Queen of the May, Tells the biggest story of all...a big ego at play. Winner take all is the opposite of giving. Demanding people kiss our feet, is the saddest and emptiest way of living. August 19, 2019

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Quoth Theraven

Date: 8/20/2019 12:30:00 AM

Panagiota, I like this poem. The hope part is definitely written in your stars my diamond of a poet. -Richard

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/20/2019 1:14:00 AM

Hi RichardGlad you liked this)) What a stunning comment. You are such a dear. Luv Panagiota

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/20/2019 12:10:00 AM

Hi Panagiota, you do as you say, write so differently and there are lessons to be learnt from your every write and absolute truth in whatever you say. Always put ink to paper Panagiota, for you do come up with some real gems. Hugs, Jennifer.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/20/2019 1:23:00 AM

Greetings again. My poetry is just a visit with Me. No fantastic imagery, no craggy rocks or crashing ssas. ))) Just my naked self. ))) Panagiota

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/19/2019 3:38:00 PM

so true, SO true, Panagiota. You are a loving and giving friend. Wish I could read more. I am still not caught up and I have to leave here soon!

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 4:50:00 PM

So grateful, dearest Andrea, that I have gotten to know you these past few weeks beyond just a Comment. Don't worry about reading more. I won't take any offense. Being a friend and cherished, I learned through you~is far more valuable, than a comment. Thank you and I salute you ~without reservation..Luv, Panagiota Commenter Collectors Anonymous- 12 Step Program. LOL. Recovery is Possible...

Caycay Jennings

Date: 8/19/2019 1:59:00 PM

Applause! My heart is applauding in tune with my soul's clapping. Please have a plane paint your words in the sky on an hourly basis and pointed at all human faces. Love your poem. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Caycay Jennings
Date: 8/19/2019 2:45:00 PM

you named the game

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 2:21:00 PM

CayCay..your words move me. Too many humans admirirng themselves in a mirror or quite honestly. being so cheap with comments they rarely post a few words that may spark another poet. Honestly, some require comments first before responding? Do they wear the Pope's ring?Panagiota Great comment, Merrci!

John Gondolf

Date: 8/19/2019 9:51:00 AM

A beautiful thought, Panagiota, and wonderfully written as well. All my best dear friend. John

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 11:31:00 AM

Good day to you John, so appreciative of a visit from you. Glad to know, I can write. )) I really have no confidence. I have no illusions that I am some great poet. Straightforward? Yoo bet.Simple? Yes. Hugs, Panagiota

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 8/19/2019 8:45:00 AM

Yes, getting and not giving is the biiggest booby prize of all. Well said Panagiota!

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 11:00:00 AM

Greetings, Jean! I can't think of anything lonelier and witn no sunshine in life than the gimme, gimme attitude. I see, you understand. Your valuable time and input is appreciated..hugs, Panagiota

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/19/2019 6:28:00 AM

"Counting my medals and jewelsas if I were Queen of the May, Tells the biggest story of all...a big ego at play." - Darling way to out people, my friend.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 10:56:00 AM

Hi, Caren, know you are doing better, Terrific. This was a fun poem for me. And thank you for your time. Hugs~ Panagiota You got the point-)))

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/19/2019 3:31:00 AM

It's often said it's better to give than to receive. Something us poets do on here daily for others to enjoy. Tom.

Panagiota Romios
Date: 8/19/2019 3:52:00 AM

Agreed. Greetings from Ca to you and yours, Tom PANAGIOTA