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Your legacy | Somewhere Over The Rainbow (With images) | Inspirational ...

As obvious as it may seem, Our higher life we must redeem. To get full value, its true worth, It’s not a given at one’s birth. First acknowledged, then understood, Overcome ego, become good. Use your energy to create, Our deeper thoughts our true estate. To share the truth that we have gleamed, Our higher self must be redeemed. Legacy: our thoughts repeated. Shows our life is not completed. Life goes on; it is eternal. The body: only a kernel.

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Joe Maverick

Date: 2/16/2024 1:22:00 PM

Great message and direction Bill, I reckon you Had a good early grounding in learning..I am Not thinking by an institution btw..I might be Wrong but did familiy have a good imput? Enjoyed reading.!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/17/2024 4:35:00 PM

I learned a lot from my family, Joe, but I was also I excellent student. In eighth grade, I skipped up to higher math and was test for my IQ. Scored 158 IQ Test at that time. I didn't read much until 7th grade, my mother always read to me. We found out in 6th grade I was reading at 4th grade level ... no more mother reading to me, and I advanced very quickly in just one year I was reading at 11th grade level. (At least that's what the test scored). I took some college level math courses in high school. It was rare back in the 50's and 60's. Thanks for the comment, my friend. I got to ramblin' again. lol Have a good day! Bill

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 2/15/2024 5:32:00 PM

Bill your Sonnet is wonderful, ‘To share the truth that we have gleamed, Our higher self must be redeemed’ wise words for one to follow. Beryl

Bill Baker
Date: 2/15/2024 5:58:00 PM

Thank you for your thoughtful comments, Beryl. Always good to see you've come by for a visit. Smiles ~ Blessings, my friend. Bill

Shane Thacker

Date: 2/15/2024 5:26:00 PM

Wonderful poem, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/15/2024 5:57:00 PM

Thanks, Shane. Have a great day, my friend! Bill

Regina Elliott

Date: 2/14/2024 1:19:00 PM

A very wise and universal truth sonnet, Bill. Giving gifts the giver. God smiles on the selfless. You and Sara have a wonderful and Happy Valentine's Day! Blessings ~

Bill Baker
Date: 2/14/2024 5:13:00 PM

Thanks for your kinds comments, Regina. Happy Valentines Day! Bill & Sara

Mike Gentile

Date: 2/13/2024 4:19:00 AM

Bill, such thought bearing contemplation resides in your spiritually beautiful Sonnet ! I agree, such wise words indeed! Excellent! happy Tuesday!!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/13/2024 5:37:00 PM

Thanks, Mike. Nice to have you drop by for a visit, my friend. Have a pleasant day! Bill

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 2/12/2024 1:14:00 PM

Such a wisdom in every line John! Especially the last two lines!! Thank you for sharing this!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/12/2024 8:28:00 PM

Thanks for the first visit and comment, Smita. I hope to see more of you and your poetry. Bill

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 2/12/2024 11:55:00 AM

Mr Sonneteer, you out did your self. Loved the last two lines.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/12/2024 8:27:00 PM

Thanks for the comments, Victor, have a great day, my friend. Bill

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 2/10/2024 4:09:00 PM

Amazing writing. Just love this, Bill. Awesome. God bless you always, love, Gina

Bill Baker
Date: 2/10/2024 8:22:00 PM

Thank you, Gina. Your thoughts and comments are always an encouragement to me. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Tonye George

Date: 2/10/2024 3:13:00 PM

Lovely one Bill. Shows the true essence of life. Real truth are the legacy left, it's honoured even after death. True purpose and meaning of life on earth.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/10/2024 8:22:00 PM

Thanks for this first, visit and comments, Tonye. Nice to meet you. I hope to see more of you and your poetry. Bill

Silent One

Date: 2/10/2024 12:13:00 PM

Great flow and rhymes to your sonnet Bill.. I feel it emphasizes the need to redeem one's higher life or higher self. This suggests a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement, where individuals strive to reach their fullest potential beyond what is merely given at birth...

Bill Baker
Date: 2/10/2024 8:20:00 PM

I agree, Silent One, we need to grow and mature in our thoughts and actions, my friend. Thanks for the thoughtful comments. Your poet friend in Texas, Bill

Ink Empress

Date: 2/10/2024 5:10:00 AM

Whoa dear bill, here i am left speechless, nothing to say but just in awe captivated by the depth of what your philosophical quill has delivered this time and those rhymes are so profound and unique and flows just seamlessly truly. I especially loved “ Life goes on; it is eternal. The body: only a kernel.“ wow! So true! Soul hitting! In a world that is cruel and cold, and truth varies depending on individual perspectives, want to be a ray of light, sharing a slice of my heart, kindess always.FAV

Bill Baker
Date: 2/10/2024 8:18:00 PM

Thank you, Inky. You are such an enlightened soul. Your thoughts encourage me to be light unto others as you are my friend. The FAV is the cherry on top of your comments. You made my day better by just being who you are. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Silent One
Date: 2/10/2024 12:11:00 PM

Whoa...

Valsa George

Date: 2/10/2024 3:29:00 AM

A beautiful image that illustrates what you have said below. What we are in ourselves and what accompanies one when he leaves the world are more essential and valuable than everything he possesses or what he may be in the eyes of others. When we do good to others, it earns a place in many hearts. The satisfaction we derive then cannot be taken away from us. We have to live for our soul's well being as our body is only a kernel. Very meaningful and fulfilling thoughts, dear Bill

Bill Baker
Date: 2/10/2024 8:16:00 PM

Thank you for adding your insights to my poetry, my dear friend. Life really is about our soul and spirit more than material things beyond our needs. Have a beautiful day, Valsa. Bill

Terry Flood

Date: 2/9/2024 4:22:00 PM

Nicely said, Bill. I’m not religious but I would describe my values as ‘Christian’ so I can wholeheartedly share and endorse your view. Happy birthday to you, hope it’s a great day. Terry

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:22:00 PM

I was raised in the Baptist church, but I would call myself religious, either Terry. I'm don't seem to fit in with organized religions as I age and mature in my beliefs. Thanks for the birthday wishes my friend. Bill

Jay Narain

Date: 2/9/2024 9:40:00 AM

Our legacy lives with what we do for others, What we do for ourselves disappear with us. Nice saintly thoughts.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:23:00 PM

Thank you, Jay. Have a nice weekend, my friend. Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 2/9/2024 7:13:00 AM

Your words of wisdom ring true, my friend. Well said!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:24:00 PM

Thanks, Vijay. I hope your weekend goes well my friend. Bill

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 2/9/2024 6:17:00 AM

I just started going to a “grandparenting” class at church. Great video series. Do we pass on our heritage to the 4th generation? The Bible tells us to teach our children and children’s children, to remind them of what God has done in our lives, to spur them on towards godliness. God bless!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:25:00 PM

Great advice, you're right, the Bible teaches we are responsible to the fourth generation. Blessings my friend, Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/9/2024 3:58:00 AM

magnificently written, dear Hubby! Such wisdom in your words about transcending one's ego and claiming the reality that the body is but a kernel yet the life of the soul lives on. I also deeply connected with the notion of leaving one's legacy...not with possessions or accomplishments but with what we do for others. Wish I could fave this poem, for it speaks to my soul.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:26:00 PM

Thanks for the thought of a FAV, my dear Sara. The thought is good enough for me. :-) Bill

Yann Rolland

Date: 2/9/2024 12:43:00 AM

love you wisdom and talent, geat nspiration for sharing with others, thanks poet

Bill Baker
Date: 2/9/2024 9:27:00 PM

Thank you, my French poet friend. Have a pleasant weekend! Bill

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 2/8/2024 9:05:00 PM

Thank you for such a lovely poem.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/8/2024 9:31:00 PM

You're welcome, my friend. Glad you like it, Hilda. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 2/8/2024 7:48:00 PM

Dear Bill, Your poem struck a chord within me. The way you delve into the notion of legacy, not just in material terms, but in the essence of our higher selves, is truly thought-provoking. Your words shows us of the importance of transcending ego, embracing our deeper truths, and leaving behind a legacy of wisdom and kindness. You are inspiring us to contemplate the eternal essence of life. Amen! - Blessings Daniel!

Bill Baker
Date: 2/8/2024 8:28:00 PM

Thank you for acknowledging there's a deeper meaning in life. It sounds trite, but the material things of life are far less important than the intrinsic and/or spiritual things in life. Our ego has the opposite viewpoint of this. the material things are more important. It's the needs in life that portrays the material things we need; all the rest is fluff. I bought into getting all I could honestly and through effort and hard work. Many times, that can lead to misuse or not using our time to accomplish the greater good. Okay, almost preaching here. lol Thanks for the kind words, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Stephan McBride

Date: 2/8/2024 7:28:00 PM

Amen, my brother, : ). Great knowledge, wisdom and truth that we all need,

Bill Baker
Date: 2/8/2024 8:30:00 PM

Thank you, Stephan, I know you're aware of all of this, but I felt a gift in a different wrapper may help some to think about these kinds of things. Smiles ~ Blessings, my friend. Bill

Tom Woody

Date: 2/8/2024 6:57:00 PM

Indeed. What will be our legacy? Good question and it's the reason the Bible states that our day of death is better than our day of birth. Hopefully we have made a name with God during our lifetime

Bill Baker
Date: 2/8/2024 8:32:00 PM

Very true, Tommy, if it isn't pleasing to God, we're spinning our tires. Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill