Robert Lindley Poet Rhyme

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Robert J. Lindley, 

Rhyme (4,6,8,10,12), (Math, Rhyme, Poetry And What Schools Should Teach Our Children)

 

Syllables Per Line: 4 12 6 12 0 8 12 10 12 0 10 12 12 12

Total # Syllables:  122

Total # Words:    84

 

Note - Ok my dear friend, this has been presented as you requested, forgive 

my lapse in memory. I had forgotten and have now moved it to be posted here 

ahead of another poem but I always keep my word- especially when reminded 

if I forget! Thank you for the email this morn, I am lucky I actually checked my email. 

To my other dear friend, I shall post the poem you've gave great and precious advice on and have edited for me, as soon as possible(this coming week). I must apologize to you as this one was a few weeks overdue and I had to rectify my mistake. God bless, you both, I am blessed to have such wonderful and sincere friends!

What Life's Treasures and Sweet Gems Should Be

What Life's Treasures And Sweet Gems Should Be

Life's gems should be,
more than anxiety, sad sorrows, cryptic words
Man existing should be,
more than blind, slavish-chained beasts in huge city herds.

Living life true and well should be,
more than polluted waters and stale daily bread
Resplendent joyous Life and Love should be,
family happiness greater than life's great dread.

True Peace, Tranquility and Hope should be,
home and hearth, warm winter fires, children playing
Growing old, having treasured memories should be,
time on earth well spent, no prayers for overstaying.

Robert J. Lindley, 
Rhyme (4,6,8,10,12), (Math, Rhyme, Poetry And What Schools Should Teach Our Children)

Syllables Per Line: 4 12 6 12 0 8 12 10 12 0 10 12 12 12
Total # Syllables:  122
Total # Words:	   84

Note - Ok my dear friend, this has been presented as you requested, forgive 
my lapse in memory. I had forgotten and have now moved it to be posted here 
ahead of another poem but I always keep my word- especially when reminded 
if I forget! Thank you for the email this morn, I am lucky I actually checked my email. 
To my other dear friend, I shall post the poem you've gave great and precious advice on and have edited for me, as soon as possible(this coming week). I must apologize to you as this one was a few weeks overdue and I had to rectify my mistake. God bless, you both, I am blessed to have such wonderful and sincere friends!

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Susan Ashley December 20, 2018 at 9:48 PM Indeed! I feel your heartfelt poem, my dear friend, and couldn't agree with you more. Your inspiring words remind one of what is truly precious and invaluable in living life true and well, with love, joy and hope, making treasured memories of our time here on Earth. I loved the spirit of your insightful and shining gem, my wonderful friend. Warmest wishes always, dear Robert... ~Susan

Funom Makama December 18, 2018 at 10:53 AM Lord God! This has excited me to my soul... My spirit dances like a redeemed bastard with your lines... Keep on writing dear friend. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:31 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Vladislav Raven December 14, 2018 at 3:42 AM Hi Robert, this one is written straight from the heart my friend. A shorter poem but straight to the point. Positivity is the way my friend. Once more your words have so much meaning. A poem to inspire my friend. May your pen golden pen ever run gold as it does in this gem. Have a wonderful friday. Your friend always....Mike. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:31 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Lawrence Sharp December 10, 2018 at 6:19 AM Outstanding, Robert; relatively brief, but surely one of your best poems. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:30 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Harry Horsman December 9, 2018 at 4:30 PM Such a heartfelt yet inspiring poem, and i love the message. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:30 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Nette Onclaud December 9, 2018 at 3:44 PM you capture the highs and lows of life with much potency... robert, this lovely poem inspires me more to enjoy what are important in our existence---family, friends, God... please stay healthy... huggs Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:30 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Tom Cunningham December 9, 2018 at 3:19 PM We all strive to have a good life but sometimes we encounter storms and only family and good friends steer us to calmer waters. Well written Robert. Tom. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:29 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Carole Duet December 9, 2018 at 1:12 PM So true, Robert. This is how life "should" be...but often isn't for those who suffer starvation and/or homelessness and/or loneliness and/or working too hard. We must take time for our loved ones and others in need often in order to build those precious memories we will cherish in old age if we are lucky enough to live that long. Love you, Carole Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:29 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Jan Allison December 9, 2018 at 12:58 PM very uplifting Robert sadly not everyone is blessed with a good family life. Very best wishes for the festive season:-) hugs Jan xx Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:28 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Lin Lane December 9, 2018 at 11:43 AM Robert, you've no need to apologize for posting this one first. I totally understand that keeping your word is the right thing to do and being the kind-hearted gentleman that you are, I'd have expected nothing less from you. This truly is a gem, and a testament that only by living a life of truth can we find peace and tranquility. There's hope for all, and I'm sure your friend enjoys seeing it in print. I'm patient ;-) Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:28 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Gary Bateman December 9, 2018 at 10:33 AM Hello Dear Friend Robert!! This wondrous rhyme you've just posted, speaks so eloquently to those things, events, and memories that are very important to oneself and to family and friends, which should always be treasured and held close to the heart as we all live this "earthly life" until its end, and I believe for each of us, in the end, as we prepare ourselves and our souls for that walk one day into eternity. (This is a subtle interpretation I have from my read!) Outstanding As Always! A FAVE! Best Wishes, Gary Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:27 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.

Silent One December 9, 2018 at 10:27 AM I agree Robert..I always try to be positive even with the most negative people..Sadly some are beyond help..Thanks for sharing this wonderful poem.. Robert Lindley December 18, 2018 at 1:27 PM Thank you my friend. I had thought I had already replied to comments on this poem.