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Resolve Problems Through Compromise

Not one to run when I hear an alarm, But I have no desire to do others harm. I try to defuse the stress with my charm, And use wit and patience as I disarm. No reason to sling arrows or try to be curt, For lies and harsh words will only hurt. No need to rub faces in the dirt, To a time of calmness and peace I’ll revert. Be open and mindful to find common ground, A solution to problems can always be found. Both sides of the issue, mentally write down, Concede to each other, you’ll both come around. Not one in their right mind really wants to hate, God gave us our senses so we can relate. It always takes effort, don’t rely on just fate, To patch up the error with your loving mate. So, focus on love and the life that you share, Forgive one another, try to be fair. Compromise lovingly, show that you care. And life will be filled with little despair.

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Emilia James

Date: 9/29/2023 10:25:00 AM

Very wise words from a very wise gentleman. The world would be a much better if we all did this. A fav for me Bill. If I stray of the path your poem will remind me to step back on the rightful one. Emilia : )

Bill Baker
Date: 9/29/2023 4:27:00 PM

Thanks for the visit to my poetry, Emilia. I'll visit your page soon. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Anne E Sangster - K

Date: 9/27/2023 11:49:00 AM

A wonderful poem Bill with a very wise message. Happy Wednesday to you my friend :-)

Bill Baker
Date: 9/27/2023 9:03:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Anne. I pay you a visit soon, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill p.s. I noticed you from my wife, Sara's, poetry. Thanks for reading her poetry.

Deb M

Date: 9/27/2023 9:05:00 AM

Hear hear or here here!?! Wise words Bill….a lovely write …its all about give and take….balance! Debx

Bill Baker
Date: 9/27/2023 9:05:00 PM

You're right Deb, balance is the key. Nice to have you visit and comment on my poetry and Sara's too, I noticed. She's hooked on poetry now! Yeah! Big hugs, Bill

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/27/2023 6:02:00 AM

Compromise it seems is becoming a lost art. It’s good to know that there are people like you Bill who are still practicing it. Maybe you can drop in on Congress and offer them a crash course?

Bill Baker
Date: 9/27/2023 9:10:00 PM

No way I want to be around those crazies. lol I shouldn't talk like that, but they're not doing their jobs very well right now. I taught a course on Personal Responsibility for a few years, and I think it would be a good course to require all students to take in High School. People these days always find a way to blame everyone else; it doesn't seem like it's ever their fault when things go wrong. (Soap Box) sorry, Thanks for the comments, my friend. Bill

Valsa George

Date: 9/26/2023 10:56:00 PM

What a practical man you are ! The world will be a much happier place if your breed double! I agree with your sagacious thoughts. "Be open and mindful to find common ground, A solution to problems can always be found". I am sure you make an ideal husband.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/27/2023 9:15:00 PM

I do all I can to beloving and helpful to Sara, but I'm human and I make a mistake (ever few years) LOL more like every week. Thank you for the kind words though. I'll return the compliment, Valsa. I'm sure you are a wonderful wife too. Smiles ~ Blessings my dear friend. Bill

Alfonso II Warally Ngengethe Mussabwa Chris

Date: 9/26/2023 7:54:00 PM

Nice poem The last four line say a lot about the reality of this cruel World. As I always said" there are good and bad people in all communities. " Speaking out freely , helps. It is hard for many true Christians to agree with the reign of injustice which is SATANIC. Well done poet. I am with you at this poem.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 8:23:00 PM

I agree with your comment, Alfonso. Thanks for the visit and the insightful comments. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Paul Bell

Date: 9/26/2023 8:06:00 AM

It's a jungle out there, you stop, the stampede runs all over you. I did help an old lady across the road today, and she said thanks, but I didn't want to cross the road. You gotta laugh.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:36:00 AM

Thank you for helping her, Paul, and thanks for the visit and comments. Have a great Day! Bill

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 9/26/2023 8:05:00 AM

Wonderful words of wisdom Bill, silence is golden it’s said, helps to get hurts out of one’s head, allowing the one involved to rest in their bed… Belle

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:41:00 AM

It hard to write without rhyme, isn't it Belle. Thanks for the comments, my friend. Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/26/2023 5:54:00 AM

A powerful message my friend--elegant words of wisdom, Bill. Words to live by. A FAVE for this enriching poem!

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:43:00 AM

Thanks for the kind comments, Vijay, and thanks for the FAV! Have a pleasant week my dear friend. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 9/26/2023 4:10:00 AM

a heartfelt and sincere poem, dear hubby. I love your message of compassion and compromise...it's you. :-) I also liked the structure of your poem as well as the rhyme scheme. You're so gifted as a poet. Thanks for sharing a message of compromise--one I need to remember from time to time. hugs, me

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:46:00 AM

You probably compromise more often than you think, Sara. You just don't notice it because it is so natural for my aware, bear. You're my aware bear, and my favorite care bear. I swear! Ramblin' again. Have a great writing day, my Eastside Writing Bear. Thanks for sharing our cave with me. he he he ! Bill

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/26/2023 3:57:00 AM

Your poem is full of compassion towards another person whom you love. That is the right attitude. Blessings.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:48:00 AM

Thanks for your awareness, Victor. It's nice to know others get it. Have a pleasant day, my friend. Bill

Arthur Vaso

Date: 9/25/2023 10:44:00 PM

Simply beautiful poetry and beautiful words!

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 10:50:00 AM

Thanks for a first visit, Arthur. I'll be visiting your poetry soon. Come again and we can get to know each other through out poetry. Bill

Karen Jones

Date: 9/25/2023 8:43:00 PM

Ahhh wisdom served in a melodic poem. Bill THIS is a fav for me dear friend.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 11:17:00 AM

Thank you for the kind comments, Karen, and especially for the FAV! Yeah! It's always a blessing to get a FAV. Makes me smile every time. Have a joyful week, my new friend. Bill

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/25/2023 6:23:00 PM

Wisdom and love

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 11:19:00 AM

Two of my favorite things, Kim. Thanks for mentioning them both as your comment. It's such a joy to have you visit. I admire your poetry and value our online friendship. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Susan Lawrence

Date: 9/25/2023 5:45:00 PM

Sweet, poignant, wise and loving words. I agree that a compromise to show the one you love that you care is a way to restore peace . A way to share love without one being right or wrong . Your words shine dear Bill ! Big hugs and blessings dear friend, Susan :)

Bill Baker
Date: 9/26/2023 11:23:00 AM

Your words are uplifting and inspiring, my dear friend. I appreciate your visits and lovely comments, Susan. Bug hugs and blessings to you, Bill