Sloth

To hoard your gifts, to sit upon
the dust and ash - this life won’t last.
I n a c t i v i t y  bores,  i n v i t e s
the demons in…these beasts lambaste.


7/5/2022
Sin of Sloth
Margarita Lillico
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Susan Ashley

August 6, 2022 at 8:11 AM

Dear Kim, so true.. but it's never been said more beautifully. Your poetic expression is exquisite. Congratulations for POTD honors. A rich and worthy choice. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Caren Krutsinger

July 11, 2022 at 9:11 PM

Marvelously penned Kim. Wow!

Maurice Rigoler

July 11, 2022 at 10:58 AM

True and nicely rhymed, Kim. / Maurice

Kim Rodrigues

July 11, 2022 at 9:27 AM

THANK YOU ALL! I appreciate you so much! Hugs ~ Kim

Constance La France

July 10, 2022 at 4:59 AM

Kim, wonderful and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings ~Constance

Connie Marcum Wong

July 9, 2022 at 3:05 AM

A very clever entry Kim. This is so true. Congratulations on your wonderful POTD honor. Blessings xxoo

Anisha Dutta

July 8, 2022 at 10:21 PM

Very Nice. I am charmed.

Michelle Faulkner

July 8, 2022 at 7:28 PM

Sorry I missed this yesterday, but belated POTD congrats, Kim, very worthy indeed~

Robert Gorelick

July 8, 2022 at 10:43 AM

When in doubt, do something--Harry Chapin

Andrea Dietrich

July 8, 2022 at 10:43 AM

wow, That is VERY WELL expressed, Kim. Sure to place!

Ernilando Tugaff

July 7, 2022 at 11:49 PM

HELLO MARGARITA, IDLE HANDS ARE THE DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND, Congratulations on your POTD, Ernilando

Tom Cunningham

July 7, 2022 at 9:50 PM

Nothing worse than having nothing to do Kim. Congratulations on POTD, greetings from Turkey. Tom

Eve Roper

July 7, 2022 at 7:47 PM

Congratulations on POTD.. A beautiful bear I think it is.

Robert Lindley

July 7, 2022 at 6:21 PM

Congratulations my friend on your poem being chosen POTD! As a child being raised on a farm in the 1960's laziness/sloth had no place in our home. We were taught to stay busy--be as productive as possible given our cirumstances. All pulling together for the common good.. God bless..

Kim Rodrigues

July 11, 2022 at 9:28 AM

It is good to have things to do…good things!

Susan Lawrence

July 7, 2022 at 6:20 PM

Wow love this Kim ! I agree ! Inactivity bores ! Cheers and congratulations on POTD! Hugs, Susan :)

Brandy Nicole

July 7, 2022 at 4:22 PM

"Laziness" is a common trait for many in the world. So sad indeed. Your words hold meaning and depth, Kim. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Paulette Calasibetta

July 7, 2022 at 1:48 PM

Congratulations on your POTD! Great message: "Inactivity bores, invites the demons in".... :)Paulette

John Watt

July 7, 2022 at 1:32 PM

Wise words, congrats on your POTD honor today ~ John

Sam Kauffman

July 7, 2022 at 10:21 AM

Kim, wonderful write filled with poignant wisdom set in creativity! Congratulations on your POTD! Blessings!

Anne-Lise Andresen

July 7, 2022 at 10:12 AM

- Congratulations on p.o.t.d., Kim :) - Great written :) - Happy summer :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jennifer Fenn

July 7, 2022 at 10:02 AM

Back with congratulations on your POTD! Great quotes Bill, mine is a positive perspective and I would like to pass it on to you!

I Am Anaya

July 7, 2022 at 9:32 AM

Back with congratulations on your POTD! Great quotes Bill, mine is a positive perspective and I would like to pass it on! I am so sorry, Jennifer, I have no clue what just happened or how to fix it.

L Milton Hankins

July 7, 2022 at 8:50 AM

Congratulations, Kim, on your P.O.T.D. Enjoy the well-deserved honor!

Bill Baker

July 7, 2022 at 8:04 AM

Congratulations on your POTD honor, Kim. I enjoyed your encouragement to do something with the gifts we're given. All gifts are to be given. This was very synchronistic for me. I just read a Pablo Picasso quote this morning, then read your poem. :-) His quote said, "The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away." Smiles ~ Blessings my friend. Bill

John Watt

July 7, 2022 at 1:32 PM

Great quote, Bill - thanks for sharing