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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

Copyright © Edward Ibeh | Year Posted 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 ! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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! :) Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 3/21/2023 1:12:00 PM Thank you very much, Anaya:-)

Daisy Meadows Date: 3/20/2023 12:28:00 AM Congratulations on your POTW. Well done. Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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............. Login to Reply 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! :) Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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! Login to Reply 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! :) Login to Reply 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................ Login to Reply 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:) Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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. Login to Reply 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 Login to Reply 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 :) Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 3/14/2023 10:18:00 AM Thank you very much, Fin:-)