As We Bask In Sorrow Comments
While recently having a conversation with a friend, we discussed 'basking in sorrow, ' which by definition, is an oxymoron.. bask meaning to take great pleasure or satisfaction; and sorrow meaning loss or despair.
It is possible to bask in sorrow. While for one reason or another, sadness consumes you, at the same time you could be quite happy. For example; I am naturally a happy person. Therefor while I may feel constant sadness about a certain situation, I may still be basking; or somewhat happy. (smiling, laughing, having a good time)
Many people have a sadness inside them that is hidden, or in the back of their mind at all times. These people are probably happy, can have fun, and seem to be in good cheer, while the sadness is still there, in their minds or hearts.
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Kamryn, this is a very interesting topic you chose and you did a wonderful job writing this piece, both the prose prelude and the poem. Being in the world does make for conditions that can prompt such sadness. Being in the world, but somehow withholding part of the self, and looking with the eyes of an outsider, is often what makes for good poetry. What you have written here reflects just that. Thank you.
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7/27/2025 7:29:46 AM # 1.0.0
Your poem comes from place in heart. Thank you for writing.