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Thoughts About Time

I have no time; I can’t do it. Let’s take a moment, take a sit, Think about time for just a bit. Relax for now, don’t throw a fit. It’s not the time that holds us back, And not the time that we most lack. Maybe we don’t use our time well, Think about that for just a spell. Twenty-four hours in each day, We get to choose to use our way. We have a choice what we will do, Then do our best till we are through. It’s not no time, it’s lack of will, That causes us to just sit still. So, get your list and choose just one. First choose the thing that must get done. List the items by urgency, Eliminate emergency. One at a time, just do your best, More time tomorrow for the rest.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/29/2023 6:54:00 AM

this is for sure how I live. I true to get done what I can even though it's so difficult these days. Well done here.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/29/2023 9:12:00 AM

No surprise that you do all you can, Andrea. The quality and quantity of your poetry, shows you are an unusual woman. You are gifted and determined to share your gifts with others. I'm blessed to have you as a friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Judy Ball

Date: 8/28/2023 9:57:00 PM

Love this Bill. If we really want to be honest with ourselves you speak the truth. Good Stuff. God Bless, JB

Bill Baker
Date: 8/29/2023 9:09:00 AM

Thank you for the comments, Judy. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Silent One

Date: 8/28/2023 10:34:00 AM

You make some valid ponts.. we all need a to do list but many procrastinate..your poem oa written very well amd is thoughtful read.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/28/2023 4:08:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comments, SO. Sometimes I drift into simple almost silly poetry, my saving point is that they usually do have a point to think about in there somewhere. Have a great week, my friend! A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Speaks Volumes

Date: 8/27/2023 7:17:00 PM

Much poignant advice Bill. When I was young, time was my worst enemy. There was never enough hours in the day. Now I have time to do everything at a leisurely pace. I can stop to smell the roses, and even read a book in one sitting if I choose to. Its wonderful. (Just like your poem)

Bill Baker
Date: 8/28/2023 7:36:00 AM

I'm still busy each hour of everyday, SV. I'm trying to slow down, at 79 it shouldn't be busy all the time. Thanks for the comments on my poetry. I enjoy reading and commenting on yours too. Bill

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/27/2023 5:46:00 PM

Excellent advice Bill, I’m trying to make the most of time, but there’s never enough time when one’s engrossed in poetry rhyme… Belle

Bill Baker
Date: 8/27/2023 7:39:00 PM

I know what you mean, Belle. It's a good life isn't it. Thanks for the comment, my friend. Bill

The Situation

Date: 8/27/2023 2:19:00 PM

Procrastination was my problem. Now it's old age. Thanks for addressing this issue.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/27/2023 2:35:00 PM

I'm familiar with both, myself, TS. Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Bill

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/27/2023 12:41:00 PM

A creative/powerful write. So True... Have a blessed/great day.............

Bill Baker
Date: 8/27/2023 2:35:00 PM

Thanks for the visit, Paula, you have a blessed day yourself! :-)

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 8/27/2023 12:12:00 PM

Another succinctly penned poem with a bit of wisdom. Time is abstract; we can't touch it, taste it, smell it, or hear it. When we say we have no time, we're incorrect--as you so aptly said. We make choices of what to do with time. To say we have no time is (in my mind) a misnomer, perhaps it's a matter of priorities or sneaking little snippets of time to nibble away at something we can't seem to get done. Your poem triggered my thoughts, and I'm grateful. Have a great Sunday,my hero, Sara

Bill Baker
Date: 8/27/2023 2:34:00 PM

Thanks for the comments and time today to watch the World Athletic Championships. I do love my Track and Field! Hugs, Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/27/2023 11:56:00 AM

It’s not no time, it’s lack of will, That causes us to just sit still--well said my friend. Time is all about planning and then getting it done. Great advice you convey, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 8/27/2023 2:31:00 PM

Thanks for the comment, Vijay. Most here at Poetry Soup have to plan in order to become regular at posting poetry and reading and commenting on poetry. A poet friend in Texas, Bill