Edward Ibeh Poet Free verse

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Date written: 03/29/2021

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The Pessimist

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 April 7, 2021 at 9:49 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 April 7, 2021 at 1:36 PM Thank you very much, Ansar:-) I'm glad this resonated with you!

Richard Lamoureux March 30, 2021 at 9:31 AM Yes a different vantage point does offer one refined perspective. I enjoyed this contemplative piece. Edward Ibeh March 30, 2021 at 12:14 PM Thank you very much, Richard:-) I'm glad you did, my friend.

Darlene De Beaulieu March 29, 2021 at 3:48 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 March 30, 2021 at 8:06 AM Hello Edward, yes it is a great way to motivate myself. Yes give it a try. Blessings . Happy Easter. xoxo. Edward Ibeh March 29, 2021 at 6:55 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 March 29, 2021 at 2:04 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 March 29, 2021 at 2:11 PM Thanks as always for the visit and awesome comments, Lasaab:-) Have a great day, my friend!