The Forbidden

The forbidden is always sweeter
I hear some people say
I tend to disagree
For can’t you see
Nurturing the sanctioned
Makes it sweeter every day!

Eileen Manassian Ghali
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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March 20, 2013 at 6:54 AM
Not forgetting the guilt you inevitably end up living with. Beautiful reminder here Eileen, well said. Take care, Regards Richard
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March 20, 2013 at 9:56 AM
As for the keeping an EYE on things...well, somebody has to! ;)
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March 20, 2013 at 9:55 AM
Thanks, Richard. Glad you enjoyed this. :)
Seal Avatar
March 20, 2013 at 6:56 AM
PS, I see your keeping an EYE on things lol
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March 18, 2013 at 7:47 AM
Oh yes indeed Eileen...Reminds me of my dad when we were youngsters...I forbid-can't do that-don't you dare-where's my paddle...made us all the more curious and determined...Thanks for the words of wisdom - Tim
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March 18, 2013 at 12:40 PM
Yes....that is often the case. Parents don't seem to realize that they arouse curiosity by their "stay away from that...it's BAD" attitude! Good one, Tim.
Cavanaugh Avatar
March 17, 2013 at 8:45 PM
I love these profound short poems. Love this poem.
Manassian Avatar
March 18, 2013 at 12:40 PM
Why thanks, Jon! Sweet of you!
Jones Avatar
March 17, 2013 at 8:30 PM
Yes yes no guilt leaves only pleasure.....
Manassian Avatar
March 18, 2013 at 12:41 PM
Now who doesn't like pleasure? ;)
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March 17, 2013 at 5:26 PM
Good advice here
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March 18, 2013 at 12:42 PM
Thanks, Richard. I wish that I could take my own advice! ;) Not always easy.
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