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When My Heart Is Weary

When my heart is weary from the world’s woes I feel so depressed by the current news, I know others are caught in dreadful throes Then I try to grasp optimistic views Avoiding lighting a negative fuse, Spend time in thoughtful, calm meditation Then, my heart restores in affirmation. written March 27, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/27/2022 8:20:00 PM

I can no longer watch the news Hank.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/27/2022 9:17:00 PM

I allow myself only 30 minutes of news per day, and often less, because I get so upset and my blood pressure goes up. At my age, I don't need that!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/27/2022 12:59:00 PM

I think we're all weary from the worlds woes right now, news reports about Ukraine are heartbreaking to watch and it does affect your wellbeing, and the reason it does is because we care. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/27/2022 3:43:00 PM

So true, Tom, but we need to moderate how much of it we watch. Surely.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 3/27/2022 12:52:00 PM

You are quite an inspiration for me Milton, you are so right - avoid negativity and mediate calmly sending positive vibes forward. I am a Virgo, that should say all! Hugs, blessings, Jennifer.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/27/2022 3:44:00 PM

Jennifer, I really appreciate your thoughts on my poems. Your insights are always welcome.