She Pondered

This makes me think on a quote I saw "For those who have and who have not, have can we live with what we've got"
It also makes me think deeper about things. Thank you for sharing your pondering.

Dear OH,

Thank you so much for this wonderfully thoughtful comment and RL add. My wish for all is seeing self value and cherishing it but some days that’s a bit overwhelming. Thank you again. H🌷

The moment we started thinking gave way to the birth of worrying

This is a spot on comment. Couldn’t agree more.

Dear S,

That is the very truth. As the supposed most developed of the animal species we spend way more energy on nuisance things. Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. H🌷

Dear H,

Simon succinctly summarized the ultimate meaning.
I thank you for adding this to your RL list. H🌷

Thought provoking...

Contrasts lead me down quite a meditative path...

I was recently thinking about...

The nature of wealth...

Perhaps the primary basis of grass is greener thinking...

Dear CO,

It’s what we do as humans isn’t it😉
Thinking about the nature of wealth and outdoing the Jones’. The grass is never greener. All illusion.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and adding this to your RL list. H🌷

The belief that life can better and not wanting to feel like you've settled so to say?  I kind of see it as a positive?  Unless well... you downgrade from Tall Fescue to Bermudagrass... 🤨 I don't know, it's 545am and I can't stay in sleep mode.

Dear LJ,

Yes. It can feel as “settling” or missing out on something. Yet, if an inventory is taken and really looking at all the accomplishments big and small are listed it’s amazing. Until I wish I’d ordered the Bermudagrass instead of the Tall Fescue 😊
Thank you for your kind comment and adding this to your RL list. H🌷

Dear H,

The grass is brown on both sides of the fence some will say.

I say, remove the grass and go from there ...

🤠

BIG CEMENT LIKE

Dear PS,

It is brown and yet I confess to be a sucker for the green bait sometimes.  Here! Here! For grass removal! Let’s pave it instead. I’m honored your Mayorship for the BIG CEMENT LIKE, great comment and RL add.  
You’ve left me speechless and that’s not an easy thing to do 😘
H🌷

I love those final three lines, so much imagery and feels like a musical structure.

Dear L,

Thank you for this lovely comment. I consider it high praise you think there is any musicality in this. I’m very flattered as well as grateful you’ve included it in your RL. H🌷

Lots to ponder indeed. Excellent write. Regards, Robert.

Dear R,

Thank you kindly for your kind comment. I’m very touched. Thank you again. H🌷

Dear S,

So true and yet I’m left to wonder why we aren’t more open to supporting the good for someone else, or lifting the spirits of someone considered well off or lucky? And here I am to confess I’m guilty of the very thing I ponder. Alas…
Thank you did your thoughtful comment and gracious RL add. I’m very grateful. H🌷

Yes, we are an odd species. Expectations not being met may be our worst attribute.
We all experience burdens, loss, lifespan and emotions. Wouldn’t it be wonderful when something positive happens, all could just be happy for all.

Dear NG,

Absolutely! It would be wonderful to be genuinely happy for others good fortune. And mostly I try to be but sometimes…it’s just impossible. ☹️
I’ll keep trying…meanwhile, thank you for your kind thoughts and RL add. Truly means so much to me.
H🌷

Doesn't matter how green the grass is, it still turns yellow when the dogs piss on it. 😆😆

Seriously, it's a good contemplation. We love nothing better than to see the "greener grass" people fall. We're pretty disgusting that way. My mantra in this (and basically all things) is, "it's not about me". Because dammit, if I let myself, I will make EVERYTHING about me. No exceptions.

Thanks for taking us along on your pondering.
❤️k

Dear K,

😂 how true! Damn dogs!

Are you sure it’s not all about you? Because I heard your neighbor say just the other day…😉

Thank you, your comment was just the giggle I needed tonight. Very much appreciated xx
H🌷

Because we haven't learned to be strangers and pilgrims on earth. For those have learned, the grass no longer matters.

Dear AJ,

Amen and so true. Some are lucky, they were never caught up in such matters. For the rest, alas…it’s the world as we know it. Thank you for your thoughtful comment. H🌷

Now can I go back to being a no commonsense redneck 🌼😁😋

😂
If you really feel you must…

this seems to be one of those make you think pieces  Honoria

Dear J,

Not if you don’t want to 😊 but I am glad it made you stop in for a visit. I enjoyed seeing you today. Thank you.  H🌷

Great write ... Survival instinct untempered by compassion ... Bless and love, Honoria ... .

Dear F,

Some days it feels more like a battle of the Jones’. But a deep breath and quick review on what’s important will often set things back to rights. Thank you so much for adding this to your RL and very kind comment. Means the world to me. H🌷

Very astute observation.  Competitive Human nature – a form of natural selection.  Nature’s predators thin herd by feeding on the sick and weak. Thankfully there are a few that nurture rather than prey.

“Lazy people tend not to take chances, but express themselves by tearing down other's work.” -Ann Rule

“Coveting, pouting, or tearing others down does not elevate your standing, nor does demeaning someone else improve your self-image.” - Author: Jeffrey R. Holland

Dear D,

I really liked the quotes you included here. Very apt and such a great reminder to focus on lifting up not down. I’m very grateful for your wonderfully insightful comments and delighted by your visit. Thank you so much. H🌷

Because somewhere deep down, we retain a primordial wet spot in our DNA.  And no matter how we suppress it, no matter how repugnant it was back then, some people still thrive in it, and become ravenous.  
 Unfortunately.  

Hang in there H.  We need your wisdom and guidance from such scavengers!

Dear S,

Wwwweeeeelllll, I appreciate your sweet comment but I don’t think I could, in good conscience, claim a whole lot of wisdom. But I like that you kindly considered that for me 🥰
I wish it wasn’t so hard to rid that awful wet primordial spot. We’d be so much more civilized. Thank you so much for including this to your RL. I’m very flattered. Thank you as per for your unwavering support.
H🌷

Dear R,

I like that thought of binding ends. I have a literal and spiritual vision of that😊. It’s a day to day approach for me. In attempting to break the habit of comparisons I try to place other thoughts in my mind of gratitude. Some days I’m more successful than others at this. Thank you so much for your thoughtful response. It’s very meaningful to me and I’m so grateful to you. H🌷

In the theme for frustration, this also bring out some philosophical ponderings not just about the self but on how we also operate as a society referring to the haves and have nots.

Thought provoking spill to say the least.

Dear W,

Indeed, it does. It often feels as though everyone thinks the other person has more or better. Alas…
Thank you for your kind musings, greatly appreciated. H🌷

I like that this ends on a one-word question. It’s very effective. The theme of this poem is quite apposite for me at the moment, looking with jealousy at writers who’ve been published much younger than me!

Dear CR,

A natural human feeling. Totally get it. I’m sure your day will come but it sure can feel like forever in the waiting of it. Your persistence will pay off and we’re all rooting for you. Thank you very much for your thoughtful comment. H🌷

Crisp... yet unfolding in its provocation...

Dear L,

I’m thrilled to see you! Are you still traveling? Thank you so much for your kind comment and RL add. It’s wonderful to see you. Thank you again. H🌷

Why? That is the age old question. I wasn't prepared to think this much this afternoon!

Dear DG,

LOL. I’m sorry. You mustn’t over tax your thinker because we need every ounce of thought energy for April 😉 I’m just super happy to see you. Thank you for sharing my page with me today. H🌷

Hi H!

This makes me think. I know a lot of people who concern themselves with what
they don't have instead of what they do.  Most priceless things are free - like love and true friendship.
To appreciate everything - even the bad because you
learn from it. Great piece to get my mind moving:)
Thanks for posting!

I need to my fix this RL issue!!!

Dear A,

So true, love and friendship are all that matters yet, stuff, stuff and more stuff seem to be the goal for a lot of folks I know. I’ve learned the most from the pain I received in learning life lessons so I agree with that thought also. I think we’re sharing the same brain 😊
Seeing your lovely face and comment are  an “RL” gift enough but I know what you mean. I’m in the same boat. I don’t think I quite understand why there’s a limit? xx
H🌷

Hi there, Honoria :)  
Maybe it's sort of like the lowest common denominator of human behavior, right up there with those who feel they have to slow down to really get a good look at the the car accident as they drive by, making traffic come to at a veritable standstill. There's actual effort and work (albeit not a whole lot) in taking the opportunity to extend kindnesses or to choose to be understanding and helpful versus tearing it all apart because one can. Yes we all have those deep crevices within the darkest part of ourselves, that feeds on our worst impulses.... Hopefully, we make the better decision to steer ourselves towards the light.... but I can relate to slipping back into oblivion once in a great while.
Being human, making mistakes.... yeah, that's me, all right.

I appreciate and applaud your thought process and how you broached this topic within your poem. It makes for an outstanding back and forth exchange.

I've missed you and hope you are doing well, dear lady

Love and hugs,
🌹 💙
B

Dear BV,

People slowing down to gawk at others misfortunes are the worst. Human is as human does I suppose. We’re all fallible in the end. I think it’s those who can at least acknowledge the sliver of light and turn towards have a fighting chance. Some day I’ll do that😔
Meanwhile, it’s wonderful to see you. You’ve been terribly missed. Thank you for your lovely comment and thoughts. They are so meaningful to me.
H🌷

Dear Honoria,  
Yes, we ponder and think about what we would change, when we need to change our way or thinking.  Being content means you accept the blessings, while you get through the tough times, the best you can.  

Your thoughts tug at the heartstrings.  
My best to you.  🌺

Dear B,

I absolutely agree, most things have a tendency to resolve when we change our way of thinking and our expectations. The hidden blessings are the best, once we realize what they are and are meant to be for us. Thank you so much for your read and wonderfully thoughtful insight. They truly mean a lot to me. H🌷

We are much like vultures in the end yeah? The "vulture" has become one of my favorite spirit animals in fact. Lots of symbolism there. Keep writing!😌💜

Dear KG,

A vulture in the end, I’d say so, yes. I like where you went with the vultures role in humanity. A spirit animal. I hadn’t considered that aspect and what an eye opener to me. I appreciate your wonderful insight and generous RL add. Thank you very much. H🌷

No problem! Glad I can help give some insight! I love the idea of studying spirit animals. The vulture once popped up in a Tarot reading of mine. Ever since, I look at it with such beauty instead of "ugly". It's like yes they are scary on the out side but they honestly symbolism much more beauty than we realize. (I know this probably isn't what you were going for in your write but,  I thought I'd share my thoughts on this animals anyway!). Thank you for your sweet reply, it truly touched my heart😌💜