The first Wednesday of the months is
when we write about our insecurities.
A group founded by Alex J. Cavanaugh
and his group of helpers who does a great job.
My thanks go to them.
To you alll have a wonderful month:
THE iNSECURITIES OF SEPTEMBER:
Suddenly Septemeber is upon us.
A month for me not of good cheer.
It's twenty years ago this month
I lost my husband, a man so dear.
It was then my life changed completely,
I felt like a fish out of water.
After berevement counselling,
I knew my life I had to alter.
I started to go to concerts,
That took me worldwide.
Then I found I could write poetry.
My feelings in writing I could not hide.
I have had four books published,
Of which I'm so very proud.
But I wish I wasn't so lonely,
Not having my family around.
Solitude is a pain in the backside.
I could go days without seeing a soul.
That is why I've taken to early morning walks.
Many greet me with "Good Morning" as I stroll.
I appreciate life is what you make it.
From it's beginning to it's end.
That is why I enjoy blogging.....you see,
I get a little help from my friends.
Yvonne Lewis 05/09/2018:
I had forgotten how much I enjoy your poetry! Solitude has it's advantages, but honestly it sucks most of the time. I'm a little worried that I'll retreat from people once I retire. Not a good thing.
ReplyDeleteTeresa
Thank you Teresa for the most welcomed visit. Getting older presents some problems but life is how you make it I guess.
DeleteYvonne.
good poem on the topic and the blog world is a big place
ReplyDeleteThank you Joanne, a lovely sunny day today but it gets dark much earlier now.
DeleteYvonne.
You stepped out after that and need to continue to do so. Morning walks, every day! Make some friends along the way.
ReplyDeleteI am 20 years older now Alex with my Epilepsy much more evident.
DeleteIf I go anywhere it will be to see John in Spain..........then maybe, just maybe to the US to see Danny Boy.
Thanks for the visit.
Yvonne.
You have a lovely attitude, Yvonne. I know it's tough, losing your husband. But the precious memories are still there. And yo.u write lovely poetry to share with your friends, who care for you so much. Love you
ReplyDeleteThank you Beverly for a most lovely comment. I do appreciate the friends I have here and never take anyone for granted.
DeleteYvonne.
Such a beautiful poem. 20 years... You must be a rock.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your visit Crystal and for the comment. I'm not the strong person I appear at times.
DeleteYvonne.
So can relate to this after losing my husband almost 5 years ago. While I am trying to rebuild my life that has changed so much too, I still feel lonely, even with a boyfriend. I think it's a hard part of life that we have to live with. Hope you get through the month. My thoughts are with you!
ReplyDeleteThank you Natalie, as you know it's a hard experience, I did have a new man in my life for quite a few years but he was not the person I thought he was....violent.
DeleteYvonne.
It sounds like you need a new goal, something that won't tax you but give you that sense of adventure.
ReplyDeletePerhaps you're right Diane, but I would love to travel again but am on tenderhooks about my son's illness in Spain. Thanks for the visit much appreciated.
DeleteYvonne.
I'm sorry September isn't a good month for you, but I'm glad you found poetry. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Chrys for your lovely comment. Hope all is well with you.
DeleteYvonne.
I love to walk, greeting folks along the way. So far, the fine weather is holding out.
ReplyDeleteYes Suzanne the weather is still holding on to summer except we have to light up earlier on an evening.
DeleteTake care.
Yvonne.
Hugs for your loss. Your poem was beautiful. Keep stepping out.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sandra, I have a pedometre on my phone so each time I go out my steps are counted.
DeleteYvonne.
Keeping that positive attitude can help one go forward indeed.
ReplyDeleteIt's the only way to be Pat.
DeleteThanks for the visit.
Yvonne
Twenty years can seem long or short. I'm glad you altered your life and did things you wanted to do. Congrats on 4 books!
ReplyDeleteIt's been a mixture of both long and short over the years Susan but I do try to make the best of what is going on in life.
DeleteThanks for your kind comment and visit.
Yvonne.
I love that about morning walks. So true! Thanks for being you.
ReplyDeleteAnne from annehiga.com
Many thanks for your comment Anna, so much appreciated.
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