Misfortune Comments

Then bravely you can face whatever rounds the bend............maybe face it, but not necessarily overcome/defeat/avoid it. : ( AND NOW WE KNOW! TRUMP, 'MR. PRESIDENT' did WIN! ! ! ! WE shall see what transpires over his term in office. bri :) shall i use this or another in Feb. or March showcase? ?

When bad luck encountered just shrug and move along On a silver platter only a few belonged....................... ..................may i suggest: (ok, i shall) .....is in front of encountered, and belong instead of belonged. :) is that a new photo of you, young man? who will be laughing in December? [post-u.s.-election] a fine addition for MyPoemList. i always appreciate good rhyming. thanks. and some wise advice, though going astray could be fatal or crippling for some people/countries! now i won't be able to sleep tonight...........more than ten hours. bri :)

part of Kelly Kurt's comment: Kelly Kurt (7/17/2016 12: 08: 00 PM) This kind of wisdom tends to only come with age. what i'd like to know is: when do i get MINE? ? wisdom that is. i have quite a bit of age already. bri :)

Bro, is that YOU in the red tie. i'd vote for ya..............NOT! i like the poem. i guess i'll let can stand. it adds emphasis to what you are saying. otherwise, fine job on rhyming; well, good enough! ! bri :)

Yes, the simple basic things in life, and you paint them beautifully

Fantastic...... I love the message the poem conveys! Yes, through setbacks we become stronger! ! A sure 10

A poem of wise thoughts, a nice message.

This kind of wisdom tends to only come with age. I preach perspective almost every day. I should just show people this poem instead!

Challenges to confront in life! ! Thanks for sharing.