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Simple Math

One plus one plus one does not equal two For me it adds up to heartache and tears What's going to happen to me and you If the third one should suddenly appear I was not very good in math at school I'm certain the math teacher would agree The numbers don't add up, but I'm a fool For thinking the answer is two not three Tell me what I'm supposed to tell my heart When it finds out and one heart becomes two The heartache will surely break it apart Then the tears will come from me and not you Sometimes equations look easy at first And if you add too quickly you'll get hurt an original poem by the Poemdog Daniel Turner

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Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 7/10/2017 11:15:00 AM

Your math is exquisite, Daniel. Such a cool, cool poem. Keep thinking outside the box, my friend. This poem rocks w/heart smart words. Love and peace always.

Michelle Corbin

Date: 7/8/2016 6:11:00 AM

This was so heart-wrenching. Loved it! A definite 7. Xo Michelle

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/11/2016 7:49:00 PM

Thank you Michelle. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 3/11/2016 9:43:00 PM

A 7 for sure, Daniel, on this emotional sonnet. Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/11/2016 9:47:00 PM

Thank you, Janice. They always say think out of the box. I appreciate the flowers as they are beautiful. Peace my friend:)

Harry Horsman

Date: 3/8/2016 11:17:00 AM

Well Daniel your poetry is like a breath of fresh air,,, the poem, the message and the clever subject matter superb..

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/8/2016 11:28:00 AM

Thank you, Harry. I really appreciate you taking the time to read and to leave such kind comments. Peace to you my friend:)

Jeannie Cronin

Date: 3/7/2016 11:02:00 PM

Awesome write, Daniel. Best of luck in the contest.

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 11:20:00 PM

Thank you dear Jeannie. I appreciate you support and your never ending kindness. Peace my dear friend:)

Cherl Dunn

Date: 3/7/2016 6:53:00 PM

Dear Daniel Great entry for the contest, good luck and thanks for your comment on my jelly bseans poem my favorite kind is cherry, or black liquious, sorry for the spelling mistakes tired tonight, cheri

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 8:29:00 PM

Thank you, Cheri. I don't count off for spelling. LOL I appreciate your kindness and your courtesy. Get some rest. Peace my dear:)

Tim Smith

Date: 3/7/2016 5:38:00 PM

I do think we should be afraid of the future pain. Excellent DT

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 5:41:00 PM

Thank you, Tim. I appreciate your kindness and your friendship Peace my friend:) Good to see you out among us common people. LOL

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 3/7/2016 11:52:00 AM

Brilliant Daniel! Math certainly is not my thing. This is a unique take on the subject! #7

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 12:08:00 PM

Thank you, Connie. You're too sweet. I was trying to think "out of the box" as they say. LOL I really appreciate your kind support and always enjoy your visits and that pretty smile. Peace my dear:)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/7/2016 10:40:00 AM

you surprise me with your creative approach, daniel... astonishingly grrreat!..huggs

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 10:49:00 AM

Thank you, nette. You are such a dear. I value your opinion and I really appreciate your kindness. You have always supported me and it means a lot. Thank you for being a friend. Peace and Gog bless:)

Red Fiery

Date: 3/7/2016 12:42:00 AM

simply outstanding....!!!! Good luck...:)

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/7/2016 2:08:00 AM

You are too kind. i am honored you came back to read and once again flatter me with kind comments. Peace and bless you:) I shall have to see what you've been up to!

Charlie Smith

Date: 3/6/2016 8:25:00 PM

Da! Run these numbers by me again. Stop! Stop! No more math. Good write, good luck in the contest D/T

Daniel Turner
Date: 3/6/2016 8:29:00 PM

Thank you, Charlie. Don't worry, I can't count either. At my age I'm lucky if I can see the number. LOL I appreciate you reading and making me smile. Peace my friend:)