You

I really like this.

Thanks very much, Sukisushicrown. I'm really pleased you enjoyed the read. :-)

a good listener is rare
non judgemental rarer

Haha! I had to chuckle at your pessimism there, Colin but find myself in total agreement. Thanks for giving me a laugh this evening, sir. ;-)

pessimism is in my DNA i think

* She's paid to be a good listener?!  Lol.  Or is this more a friend with a friend encounter?  The attached pic throws me off probably.
Totally a side note;  I once told a friend, who was constantly going to her psychiatrist, that he didn't want her to actually get too better. Because then he couldn't make any money off her.  
  I always wondered about that.  

Sounds like you have a cozy situation over there.  But keep your feelings neutral for a bit.  Otherwise things could get swayed in a non progressive way?!  

Good luck with the outcome!

Lol, Styxian. I like your story about the client not progressing in order to be milked out of more cash. It's terrible really but I can believe it! This is more of a friend on friend situation that I have compared to being like a therapy session because real friends do benefit us in that way, i.e, NOT unlike a therapist, right? Thanks for the feedback my friend. 😊

Dude, if a friend pulls out a clipboard and takes notes, they are truly dedicated!  
(It's also evidence against you later on! Lol)

Haha, brilliant, thanks mate! Your advice is both wise & accordingly noted. 😜

It’s sensitive and funny and it reminds me of life as it is . Great write . I really enjoyed the read .

That's excellent. Thanks for taking a look at this. I quite like it too as an unusual but positive piece. 👍

You certainly can write . Keep going . 🙏

Hey, I wrote one called 'You' a little while back. :)
It was also about trust and feeling a connection.

Norman Bates. lol Yeah I can see what you mean...
Norma "She's nice, Billy" and then the shower scene. :p
You know she is a great judge of character...
And the three way multiple personality sure keeps things interesting.
But not to worry I don't judge. ;) And I will bring a clipboard.
I make a really bad patient but I am a really good therapist.
Because I will listen with understanding.
When a first date has that mutual therapy aspect at least you have something in common.
You know you both are crazy so it's that much more exciting. ;)

Having someone to turn to who will help you find the answer is beautiful.
It's such a nice theme of comfort, trust, and non-judgmental support.
Endearing is sweet. And I know she loves this. ;)

Thank you, KristinaX. You're definitely reading too much into the 3-way personality thing, lol, although that's my fault cos I did  encourage you to write a detailed, almost forensic, report on this. I'm glad you touched on the softer aspects of the piece in your final analysis, as that was the overall effect I was after. But yes, I can accept that we're both a little crazy but I think there's a new found stability there too & it's not even the boring kind! I will definitely take a look at the poem you mentioned. P.S, I see I've already commented on your 'You' poem as it must have grabbed me by the boll@*ks (in a good way) back in April '23. Incidentally, I wrote mine just last month along with a couple of others, relating to climate change & the mystery of attraction. 😊

Well you knew I would get the Norman Bates connection and just had to explore that deeper. ;) But yes I wanted to make sure I captured the softer aspects, the softer side of Billy is wonderful too... I agree there is some stability in crazy! I am glad my 'You' poem grabbed you in a good way. ;) Ah, the Mystery of attraction is always a great inspiration for poems. Climate change... a lot going on there too.... Hurricane/Tropical storm hitting California, Fires in Hawaii and Canada, flooding, etc.

Excellent rendering of the trust and safety facet of relationships... so relatable...

Thank you, LilDragonFly. I do have a particular confidence around this individual, thus in my own self too. 😊

Mother is always happy in the happiness of the child..

Agreed! A good mother will instinctively carry those attributes. Thank you for sharing your wisdom on this piece. 🤗

Yea.. I didn't understand what to write n dont know you liked or not.. Well thanks for accepting my comment.

No, it's very true. If the child is happy, the mother will be happy because she puts the child's welfare before her own.

You are showing your lovely characteristics from this poem. I love the positive word choices that make me believe there are still lots of wonderful people existing.

Jasmine

Haha. Thank you so much. I rather hope there are still nice people around too. 😊👍

As strong as the strongest coffee. Haha! ;-)

Reassuring and safe.  Knowing I can come to you and you won't judge.  Wow.  To have someone in your life like that must be quite awesome.  I wouldn't know but I love this...I envy the person its for or about.  Or admire them.  

It's something I would like to feel also, in real terms, of course. Thanks for your feedback. 😊

I need a friend or friends like this!   <3

I need a shrink. Thank you, mysteriouslady for taking a look at this. Remember to bring your clipboard along. 😉

Ill go full on power point with thigh-highs, glasses, a laser pointer, messy bun, and stilettos. <3

STOP IT, NOW! 😍

tee hee <3

Thank you for commentating, Dragonblood. I count myself lucky that I have that trust. 😊

I love this. I’ve never had any nice friends. They usually talk about me behind my back. This made me feel like I might have a friend somewhere.

Awww, that's nice. I'm glad you took a look at this. Thank you. 😊

This was nice of you. There's always that one person that is actually a genuinely good person that cares about you

That's true, ASD. It could be you! Does that sound cheesy? Either way, thank you so much for your lovely comment. 😊

Haha well I'm glad you found that person! Your welcome

I like the way you developed this poem its sort of a mini story.

It is one of my personal favourites, Fia. Thanks for digging this one out & for the reading list inclusion. 😊

You are welcome;))