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Rules In Life

Problems, we all have Do not let it ruin the day Easy said, not done. In life, rain will fall Always be the one prepared Share the umbrella! Respect all others to expect it in return Simple courtesy!

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Dennis Spilchuk

Date: 11/4/2023 8:32:00 AM

Words of advice, sharing and caring. Nicely done.

Mark Hughes
Date: 11/5/2023 7:46:00 AM

Thank you Dennis!

Lisa Ricci

Date: 10/23/2023 3:52:00 AM

Good Morning Mark. a Hi. I very much like your suite here. I once again see humanity and compassion within your words and message. What a wonderful world it would be if all thought in this manner. Have a wonderful morning and day. Blessings (smile)

Mark Hughes
Date: 10/25/2023 10:51:00 AM

Thank you Lisa! I appreciate your input, and kind words!

Christina Bowring

Date: 10/20/2023 9:51:00 PM

A great poem Mark with profound words of advice. Very thoughtful. I love the second verse - sharing the umbrella. What a lovely image! Really enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing. Have a great weekend :):)

Mark Hughes
Date: 10/21/2023 8:35:00 AM

Thank you Christina, I appreciate you taking the time to read and reply!! You have many great weekends!

Bill Baker

Date: 10/18/2023 9:40:00 PM

All three were informative and good advice, Mark. Nice set. I liked the first one best. Have a great week! Bill p.s. I'll be following your poetry so we can get to know each other better, Mark

Bill Baker
Date: 10/20/2023 5:52:00 PM

Yep, 41 years next April 30th. She's been writing poetry for 1 year and I've been at it for 71 years ... we're about the same skill level. lol She's a real go getter at everything she does. Thanks for the comments on our poetry, Mark. It will be nice to get to know you and your poetry.

Mark Hughes
Date: 10/19/2023 8:10:00 AM

Thank you Bill, I appreciate you taking time to read and comment!! If I'm not mistaken, you're wedded to the very talented Sara?

Jan Allison

Date: 10/14/2023 3:51:00 PM

excellent advice Mark - I think you must have been covertly spying on me as all of the poems apply to what has happened to me this week!!!:-) hugs well the umbrella was last weekend but I can relate lol:-) hugs Jan xx

Mark Hughes
Date: 10/15/2023 6:32:00 AM

As always, thank you Jan! Your kind words are much appreciated!