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Time Wasted



So much time wasted
So many years
Consumed with inner turmoil 
Cried an ocean of tears

Zero self confidence 
Brimmed with inadequacy 
Failed before l even began
“Everyone else can do it …..but me!”

l found inner peace
My soul was set free
No more time wasted
Just loving being me!

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Jim Slaughter

Date: 5/4/2024 1:35:00 PM

A hard road to travel, but well worth it in the end.

Deb M
Date: 5/4/2024 1:48:00 PM

Indeed Jim! Cheers Debx

David Crandall

Date: 4/27/2024 10:27:00 PM

Good for you Deb. Well said, and totally agree!

Deb M
Date: 4/30/2024 2:34:00 PM

Cheers David! Debx

Vijay Pandit

Date: 4/26/2024 4:33:00 PM

I like the spirit of your poem, Deb. Much inspiration you convey--a powerful ending line.

Deb M
Date: 4/27/2024 12:44:00 PM

Hi Vijay….nice to see…thankyou for your gracious words! Debx

Lin Lane

Date: 4/26/2024 12:54:00 PM

It's important to be comfortable in your own shoes, Deb. Hold on to that inner peace we find when we know we're the best we can be, despite what anyone says.

Deb M
Date: 4/27/2024 12:46:00 PM

Hi Lin….to me it all starts with inner peace and the rest falls into place! Thankyou always…Debx

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/26/2024 10:08:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your wonderful write. Love the last line. We can only be me/only love me... Have a wonderful/blessed ~ day/weekend writing away.....................

Deb M
Date: 4/27/2024 12:47:00 PM

Hi Paula….. so happy you liked my poem! I always smile when l see your name in the comments….thankyou….Debx

Jay Narain

Date: 4/26/2024 10:02:00 AM

Self doubt to self acceptance. Your motto should be:"If someone can do, I can do better."

Deb M
Date: 4/27/2024 12:49:00 PM

Hi Jay….l think for me it would be “ if they can do …so can l” ha…..thankyou …Debx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/26/2024 8:46:00 AM

Dear Deb, What a journey from self-doubt to self-acceptance, filled with honesty and emotion. I loved how the transformation from inner turmoil to inner peace is palpable in your words, inspiring others to embrace their true selves. A great testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of self-love. - Blessings, Daniel

Deb M
Date: 4/27/2024 12:51:00 PM

Thankyou Daniel, As per usual a lovely detailed thoughtful comment! Debx

Paul Willason

Date: 4/26/2024 5:55:00 AM

Growth is often paved with pain...your poem Deb charts a journey from self doubt into self acceptance and freedom...thanking for sharing your experience and wisdom. Good one.

Deb M
Date: 4/26/2024 7:27:00 AM

You are so kind with your words Paul! Thankyou…Debx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/26/2024 3:11:00 AM

Thank you for reading my sad poem. It is partly true but not personal. You can rhyme, that's good. I cannot though, so I lost many contest attempts.

Deb M
Date: 4/26/2024 7:28:00 AM

You're welcome Victor! Debx