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Teachings of Miseries

A big thank you to all those who crushed my desires, Now my mind is calm with minimum one requires A big thank you to all those who criticized me, Now criticism doesn't hurt, positive I see A big thanks to those who never helped me in need, They made me strong, of expectations I am freed A big thank you to every one who made me cry, Now I have resolved to be happy till I die A big thanks to all those who were bluntly selfish, Now I have no wants, I know none are unselfish A big thank you to all the deaths I saw in life Now I enjoy every moment even in strife A big thank you to miseries that made me plod They made me wiser, I felt agape love of God. Now I miseries of life, I no longer loathe They teach realities of life, augment our growth 27.07.2021 12 syllables per line checked at PS syllables counter Rhymes checked at Rhymezone L MILTON HANKINS YOUR PERSONAL FAVORITE

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 10/5/2021 12:28:00 PM

Back with congratulations for this wonderfully written poem of silver linings and great perspective. So happy to see it on the winners list yet again! Blessings dear friend.

Constance La France

Date: 10/5/2021 8:49:00 AM

Rama, congratulations on your win in my "P" contest with this poem, well done ~ love and serenity _Constance

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/28/2021 5:41:00 PM

You show so much wisdom in this poetry, Rama. I really enjoyed reading this. Congrats for the win.

Jan Allison

Date: 9/27/2021 2:31:00 PM

wise words indeed Rama, powerfully penned, many congratulations on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 9/27/2021 2:29:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. What a powerful story/write. "Love It." You need to frame this one. A Fav. Have a blessed day with your win...............

Sam Kauffman

Date: 7/30/2021 10:42:00 AM

Rama, you have truly found the silver lining, the other side of the coin and the life lessons on the other hand - a true student of openess and a pilgrim of the positive while recognizing that life experiences can be "miserable." This poem literally is the dance partner of the positive. Congratulations on your win!

Kim Merryman

Date: 7/30/2021 9:37:00 AM

The miseries of life can either make you bitter or better. You have chosen the better! Congrats on your win in Brian's contest, Rama! Blessings, Kim M

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/30/2021 5:12:00 AM

WoW! Rama, Each line was so meaningful. I could relate to your message very much. I’m a firm believer that one can learn and grow from such miseries. You expressed that very well. Thanks for penning such a write. Congratulations on your win.Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis

Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/29/2021 4:18:00 AM

Every line of this poem is very beautifully carved. Taking just one example - A big thank you to all those who crushed my desires, Now my mind is calm with minimum one requires - Beautifully brings in the teaching of life. All other lines too. Congratulations on your win!