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Risk has value as an invitation to break through our existing stagnation. Have we given up our precious freedom and invited in, a life of boredom. Could coincidences in life be clues? Are they hints, the direction we should choose? Should we unleash the habits of our past? Should we break them like chains, take risk at last? Our fear has imprisoned us in the known, stealing from us rewards of the unknown. The known is comfort and security. Unknowns’ reward is creativity. Go to where creativity exists. There’s no reward without taking the risk.

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Joe Maverick

Date: 3/9/2024 8:33:00 AM

Well yes whats purported to be 'a safe thing' Is not always borne out in its working out.! In London there was that terrible grenfell Tower fire..The residents were told to stay in Till help arrived, so nany lives were lost.' If I Remember the same advice was handed out To the dear people in the 'twin towers New York' How debilitating.' And then there were lockdowns, now we have a great fallout mentally physically emotionally, and no one will Accept responsibilty..'

Bill Baker
Date: 3/9/2024 5:35:00 PM

Nice examples, Joe. Those didn't turn out so good. You're always thinking, my friend. Thanks for the comments! Bill

Silent One

Date: 3/2/2024 7:54:00 AM

An excellent sonnet that flows and rhymes very well.. its an exploration of risk, fear, and creativity, this poem serves as a compelling reminder of the transformative potential inherent in stepping outside of one's comfort zone. It encourages readers to confront their fears, seize opportunities, and embrace the exhilarating journey of self-discovery and growth.

Bill Baker
Date: 3/9/2024 5:34:00 PM

Thanks for the supportive comments on my poem, Silent One. I hope some of my readers think of just one of those fine possibilities of taking a risk. I loved this part of your comment, "embrace the exhilarating journey of self-discovery and growth." Awesome, my friend. Bill

David Fisher

Date: 2/29/2024 6:44:00 PM

I like your thoughts about risk, Bill. Seeing them in print gives us focus, thank you.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/29/2024 10:36:00 PM

You're welcome, David. Thanks for the comment. Bill

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 2/29/2024 5:43:00 PM

Such a wonderful sonnet, Bill. I love the lines, 'The known is comfort and security. Unknowns’ reward is creativity.' a Fav for me, my friend.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/29/2024 10:39:00 PM

Thanks for the kind comments and the FAV, Jerry. Have a pleasant evening, my friend. Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/29/2024 4:42:00 PM

wise and insightful words, dearest Bill. These lines resonated with me and gave me pause: Could coincidences in life be clues? Are they hints, the direction we should choose? I'd not thought of that but I can concur. A challenge at my age to unleash the habits or the past. I enjoy the security they bring. You make a valid point. Creativity is one of the rewards (directly and indirectly) of taking a risk. Wish I could fave your poem--wish others could read it. hugs, me

Sam Kauffman

Date: 2/29/2024 11:11:00 AM

So true, Bill. Your last line perfectly summarizes your sonnet. I love the lyrical cadence of this poem that emphasize our interior philosophical debates. Wonderfully expressed. If this is for a contest, best wishes. Blessings to you on your quest for "creativity" my Lone Star friend.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/29/2024 1:31:00 PM

Thanks, Sam, Have a great week, my friend. Bill

David Kavanagh

Date: 2/29/2024 9:44:00 AM

Absolutely Bill! We should never be afraid of going outside our comfort zone especially if ones aim is to enhance creativity, I’m in total agreement with you here, a very nice sonnet, cheers David

Bill Baker
Date: 2/29/2024 11:44:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and comment, David. I've been a risk-taker my whole life. Most of the time in worked out well for me, and then some taught my me lesson. Didn't work, try something else! Have a great week, my friend. Bill