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Simple Pleasures Worth Sharing

In a busy world I don't take for granted simple pleasures like snuggling with a loved one on a chilly winter's night Saving keepsakes of the things I collect and call treasures. Finding myself in the dark until someone turns on a light. I'm pleased that my children still come to me for advice Happy with the blooms, from bulbs I planted last year. It's wonderful when a dear friend does something nice... like seeing me crying, then gently wipes away my tear. Sugary kisses from my grandchild placed on my cheek as sweet as the bite of a warm cinnamon bun with icing Soft rain like mist is a gift from Mother Nature that I seek and hoping to fall in love makes romance sound enticing. Before rising in the morning I enjoy a long languid stretch Being the giver instead of the one who takes in greed Liking the end results of charcoal portraits that I sketch Having a stranger return my smile is a pleasure, indeed. Being gifted with a bouquet of flowers for no reason at all Having a thirteenth doughnut thrown in for good measure Being able to stand and walk after taking an emotional fall Building faith in God overflows my heart with pure pleasure.

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Sam Scott

Date: 10/13/2023 3:28:00 PM

So important to be grateful for the seemingly small things, that are actually the big things. Stand-out was "Being able to stand and walk after taking an emotional fall".. lovely sentiments, Lin ;)

Arthur Vaso

Date: 10/11/2023 10:21:00 PM

Simply a beautiful heartwarming poem that I loved.

Lin Lane
Date: 10/12/2023 3:02:00 AM

Thank you very much, Art.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 10/11/2023 1:25:00 AM

I so needed to read this at 4 am, thanks for reminding me of all the good things in life Lin, xo

Lin Lane
Date: 10/11/2023 1:27:00 AM

Morning, Vie. Thanks for liking my thoughts. We all need reminders from time to time.

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 10/10/2023 8:00:00 PM

This is such a wonderful poem, Lin. The simple pleasures are the best. We don't need money and fame. Although, I would not turn down that 1.7 billion dollar lottery if they wanted to send it my way.

Lin Lane
Date: 10/10/2023 8:07:00 PM

Thanks, Jerry. I can’t call you foolish to accept the 1.7 billion. I appreciate your kind thoughts.

David Kavanagh

Date: 10/10/2023 3:33:00 PM

Simple pleasures come in small treasures like putting this wonderful poem together, A reminder to us all, be happy with what we have, and live in the moment, cheers David

Lin Lane
Date: 10/10/2023 3:57:00 PM

Hi David, and they certainly do come in small treasures. I am so pleased that you found my poem to your liking. Your follow up in comments is exactly how I feel... how we should all feel about what we have and not be concerned about our wants if our needs are met. Thanks.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 10/10/2023 3:07:00 PM

Lin--your poem is so uplifting, filled with gratitude and blessings. Your poem reminded me not to take the little things for granted and to find blessings in small things like the way my husband meticulously takes care of our yard just so the birds have a place to eat and drink. The simple pleasures are the best. Have a pleasure-filled evening full of little things. Sara

Lin Lane
Date: 10/10/2023 3:54:00 PM

We too often overlook the blessings we've been given. You're right, Sara. I used to do the same with my yard, but apartment living took that away. I'm happy with life, and that's really all any of us could ask for each day. Thank you for your well wishes. Hugs.

Jan Allison

Date: 10/10/2023 1:13:00 PM

oh wow Lin this is so beautiful and uplifting a divine rhyme and I love every line especially the sugary kisses from your gorgeous grandchild I can just picture it so vividly in my head:-) a joy to read this dark autumnal night , your 'simple pleasures' are like a ray of sunshine:-) hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane
Date: 10/10/2023 3:52:00 PM

There's a need for uplifting poetry lately. I'm tired of all the negative finger pointing and accusations. Thanks, Jan... hopefully, this too shall come to pass.