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The Unchangeables - Potw

lasting... all through your life, dear child, the following crucial life lessons... let go of the things you cannot change; all things beyond your control. the past lies decayed in your rearview mirror. don't look back! never mind that "T" left uncrossed, that "I" without a dot on top; all the wrongs not righted. don't look back! never mind what you regretfully did, what was done to you, what opportunities you missed. focus on the present and mine diamonds out of it. don't dwell on mistakes you've made; they're supposed to be made. do not lose sleep the over opinions of others. you have no control over how people perceive you; do not lose sleep! let it go... look forward. the future awaits you. you can never predict what it has in store. there's no telling how the order of things will go, how moments, events; life, in general, will play out. look forward nevertheless! just keep busy living, breathing, and let the unchangeables all go. Poem of the week on 03/18/2023 Writing Challenge - L words - Poetry Contest Sponsored by Constance La France Theme chosen: Lasting Date written: 03/14/2023

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Constance La France

Date: 4/3/2023 3:04:00 PM

Edward, wonderful writing and thank you for sharing your poem in my Writing Challenge congratulations and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE WEEK honor !

Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/5/2023 7:21:00 AM

Thank you very much for the congratulations and my placement, dear Constance :-) Most obliged.

Bill Baker

Date: 3/21/2023 5:07:00 PM

Excellent advice, Edward. I totally agree. Congratulations on your POTW honor. Enjoy your special recognition! Bill

Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/5/2023 7:20:00 AM

Thank you very much, Bill:-) Most appreciated.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/21/2023 11:06:00 AM

Edward, congratulations on your win and your POTW! Wisdom and love flow from each life through your well spoken admonitions. This would make a wonderful poster! Blessings on the work of your hands my friend!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:14:00 PM

Thank you very much indeed, Sam:-)

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 3/21/2023 6:19:00 AM

Oozing positivity, superb counsel, dear Edward ~ congratulations on POTW

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:05:00 PM

Thank you very much, Seeker:-)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/21/2023 5:15:00 AM

Back with BIG congrats on POTW, Edward. A well deserved recognition for this meaningful poem.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:06:00 PM

Thanks again, Vijay!:-)

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 3/21/2023 4:50:00 AM

Ahhh...what a beautiful poem! And how powerful! Truly we spend too much time and energy on looking back, and heaving a sigh! Congratulations on POTD, Dear Poet - highly deserved!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:10:00 PM

Thank you very much for the visit, comments and congrats, Mala:-)

Fin Chuuk

Date: 3/20/2023 7:21:00 PM

Back to congratulate you on POTW, Edward. So awesome! :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:05:00 PM

Thanks again, Fin!:-)

I Am Anaya

Date: 3/20/2023 3:09:00 PM

Life Lessons--"Lasting" -yours is a powerful write with a powerful message needed to be heard. Edward Ibeh, congratulations on POTW!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:12:00 PM

Thank you very much, Anaya:-)

Jeanette Brewin

Date: 3/20/2023 12:28:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTW. Well done.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:11:00 PM

Thank you so much, Jeanette:-)

John Watt

Date: 3/19/2023 7:52:00 PM

You have the mind and the message of a true poet, and this message is worthy of passing along from one generation to the next. Blessings to you, and congrats for your wonderful POTW!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:04:00 PM

That's quite a compliment, John:-) Thank you very much!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 3/19/2023 6:19:00 PM

Edward, this is beautiful in every way. Such a wonderful message to embrace and follow. It's best to look forward, instead of behind, and to let go of the things you cannot change. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:08:00 PM

Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and congratulations, Brandy:-)

Speaks Volumes

Date: 3/19/2023 12:47:00 PM

Congrats.. but such wisdom deserves POTY.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/21/2023 1:13:00 PM

Thank you so much, Wendy:-)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/19/2023 7:52:00 AM

Back with congratulations on your POTW win. Hooray!!! Love It. Have a Great/Blessed~~day/week.............

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 12:14:00 PM

Thank you so much, Paula:-)

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/19/2023 7:32:00 AM

I am back Edward, with huge congratulations on this well-deserved Poem of the Week! :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:15:00 AM

Thanks again, Linda:-) Most appreciated.

Tania Kitchin

Date: 3/19/2023 4:13:00 AM

Ed, a great poem and message, congratulations on POTW!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:15:00 AM

Thank you very much, Tania:-)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/19/2023 2:21:00 AM

POTW, well deserved too Edward, congratulations. Tom

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:18:00 AM

Thank you very much, Tom:-)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 3/19/2023 1:43:00 AM

Such good advice for everyone to follow Edward. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the week… Belle

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:18:00 AM

Thank you very much indeed, Belle:-)

Christuraj Alex

Date: 3/17/2023 7:20:00 AM

A very beautifully written poem in the form of valuable advises. great work. Congratulations!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:12:00 AM

Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 3/17/2023 7:20:00 AM

Wonderful advise so sweetly written in this one Edward. Congratulations on your win! :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/19/2023 11:11:00 AM

Thank you so much, Linda:-)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/16/2023 9:15:00 AM

Your "Lasting" is a powerful write. Where was this years ago??? Good luck. FAV. Have a blessed day................

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/16/2023 8:20:00 PM

Thank you very much for the feedback and fave, Paula:-)

Joanna Daniel

Date: 3/15/2023 6:57:00 AM

Great advice, Edward:)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/15/2023 7:34:00 AM

Thank you, Jo!

Speaks Volumes

Date: 3/14/2023 3:45:00 PM

Wow. .......... Nope, cant say any more, OK well mabe one more more word ....... Favorite

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/14/2023 4:16:00 PM

Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and the fave, Wendy:-) Most appreciated.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/14/2023 12:07:00 PM

Words of wisdom you convey in this potent write, Edward. Much to gleam throughout--lessons to live by.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/14/2023 1:46:00 PM

Thank you so much, Vijay:-)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 3/14/2023 11:40:00 AM

- Move on ... don't turn around - A great poem, Edward - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/14/2023 1:46:00 PM

Thank you very much, Anne-Lise:-)

Fin Chuuk

Date: 3/14/2023 8:29:00 AM

Inspiring write, Edward. How true we dwell on our past, and your advice is well received. Thank you for sharing :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/14/2023 10:18:00 AM

Thank you very much, Fin:-)