The Pessimist

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Date written: 03/29/2021

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to him there's no s u n in the sky; c l o u d s above him gray... day to day, season to season to the whole world alabaster white to him, hope is a mere illusion, a boat with all of life aboard, s u b m e r g i n g in the sea, but... to the rest of us it's a boat afloat smooth-sailing o v e r the rising tides.

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Ansar Mohammed

Date: 4/7/2021 9:49:00 AM

I can picture and relate to so much of what you have written here, Edward. It was greatly received as I too am a pessimist at times. Cheers! :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/7/2021 1:36:00 PM

Thank you very much, Ansar:-) I'm glad this resonated with you!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/30/2021 9:31:00 AM

Yes a different vantage point does offer one refined perspective. I enjoyed this contemplative piece.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/30/2021 12:14:00 PM

Thank you very much, Richard:-) I'm glad you did, my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 3/29/2021 3:48:00 PM

Hello Edward, I always try to be positive in my way of thinking. When I feel low in spirit i give myself a pep talk. Listen to classical music. works for me. blessings Darlene

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 3/30/2021 8:06:00 AM

Hello Edward, yes it is a great way to motivate myself. Yes give it a try. Blessings . Happy Easter. xoxo.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/29/2021 6:55:00 PM

"When I feel low in spirit i give myself a pep talk." What a great way to motivate yourself, Darlene:-) I'll try that someday! Blessings to you as well...xoxo

Sotto Poet

Date: 3/29/2021 2:04:00 PM

One of the things I learned the hard way was that it doesn't pay to get discouraged. Keeping busy and making optimism a way of life can restore your faith in yourself... Great verses, from top to bottom. Best Wishes Edward// Las

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/29/2021 2:11:00 PM

Thanks as always for the visit and awesome comments, Lasaab:-) Have a great day, my friend!