Self-doubt

Your thoughts breathe life to the lifeless ... Magic. The betrayed always think twice to trust again.

Your thoughts breathe life to the lifeless ... Magic. The betrayed always think twice to trust again.

You have magic in your fingers , Oaul! Bless you for your peaceful writes thar see the besrtbin humanity, Hugs,Panhgie xx

I have seen that very branch, behaving just as you wrote. Your words took me to that exact image. Such a clear image, too ... CayCay

Paul, Wonder how it turns out for the broken branch. "] All the best in the season of hope for you and yours. -Richard

I never know what Line will choose but I sure do like what you did for her contest here.

Sweet congrats on your high win ,paul...it's hard to trust again after being deceived but we learn to heal as we move on...may all the wonder of christmas fill you and your family with joy and peace! Huggs

Self doubt as I interpreted this little gem, is perhaps being in a natural catastrophe and having to trust ones own instincts what to do next, and imagine if the decision you must take includes your family also, what a predicament. But your wonderful Tanka could also mean the loss of trust in someone who has let you down once too often I hope 2025 will be a year of good health my friend and wish you and your loving family a very, very Happy Christmas. Blessings and hugs Jennifer.

A meaningful poem in a few lines.Very nice.

The sign of a good poem for me, Paul, is when a personal piece like this can trigger such emotions and thoughts that the reader, too, can recognize and relate to. For me, the idea of not always being in control of situations having to rely on others at times and trusting our own instincts based on past experiences are very real human issues.I view self doubt as normal & healthy in this respect and an integral part of the process for moving on..and it shows you care. Great work! Cheers - Gary

Very nicely written, Paul. A deep and powerful write, my friend. Hope all is well. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Charlie

Ah! poetic perspective, amazing write dear poet. congratulations on your win, cheers.

Dear Paul, wow, this poignant poem is deep, rich, intimate, pensive and beautifully expressed. Your use of imagery and metaphor is exquisite. Your soulful verse is full of potent emotion and artistry. I must fav this sad beauty! Your golden pen is 24k lustrous (as always..) So happy to see you, I know you've had a challenging year. I hope all is well with you and that the new year is full of kindness for you. Warmest wishes and hugs my dear friend.. ~Susan

Dear paul, what a deeply moving and soul stirring write this is, especially loved “ on whether to trust again after the pain of wind’s betrayal” the way youv written that would resonate with so many as so many contemplate and wonder and find it hard to trust once theyv tasted bitter flavors of betrayal. Pleasure reading this moving poem! Sending you light always

learning to let go of trust issues after a betrayal is fulfilling...wonderful tanka from your pen, paul!

Very powerful expressive poetry, loved it.

Sometimes we don't give ourselves enough credit and often just don't realise how good we are. Tom

wonderful, paul! i think we can all relate to that broken branch...

I enjoyed reading your "Self-doubt" write... Have a wonderful day writing away............

I never doubt your abilities to come up with an awesome poem Paul, the imagery is superb:-) hugs Jan xx

- Always have faith in your own abilities, Paul :) - hugs