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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA 
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Tennis used to be practice against a backboard and that’s as good as it got. Slapping Wilsons back and forth strengthening my backhand, eliminating the element of surprise. I was on top of my game. Then, a plea across the court – “a little help, please.” A match made. Playing you, baby, my game’s improved. So why I am losing? [This message has been edited by iliana (09-28-2006 04:39 AM).] |
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miscellanea Member Elite
since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060OH |
iliana, I do so understand this and am tucking it alway. In response to losing or winning, today, I just don't see either. A lot to think about here. BTW, good morning, Sis! hugs, cathy |
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Sunshine
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since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Love, set, game. Time to move on to a new court?  |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Hmmm, methinks perhaps he ain't the perfect "match". In my books, lily jo, you are never a loser! You will always be a winner! Play on, my friend, with partners worthy of your game in life!  Love ya bunches! Linda |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
this hits home |
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aziza Member Elite
since 2006-07-09
Posts 2995Lumpy Oatmeal makes me Crazy! |
I love this poem. It's one I will come back and read again. aziza |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
understanding the metaphor here, even though I don't play tennis well, that other game of life takes practice too. |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
that ball didn't always bounce straight for me either  my backhand was always better than my forehand; my killer serve saved me from running all over the court and fainting from my uncooperative heart then again, it ain't really about tennis anyway m'friend you are in NO way, a loser... |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
you're not a loser dear jo you're a learner and I share your sentiments today very good poem... really got to me |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks everybody! Actually, I wrote this for a friend.  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Opps, double posted....well, I say thanks again, then! |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
This is good, very good..love the mood and especially the ending.... You're gonna slamdunk the dude, aren't ya...?? And this ain't basketball. |
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Balladeer
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since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
uh, maybe because you're playing on the 'net?  Good poem, worthy of Tennison!  |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
Never have liked games much either Jo.... this touches. Nicely penned, lady. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
BJ, no...it's not a poem about me, although I did use my own interpretation of my own life experiences in formulating it. But thanks, I am glad you liked it. Mike, I've always played away from the net...you'll get stung every time if you're too close to it...lol. But...as I told BJ, this poem is for a friend, not about me.  Donna, thank you sweetie. [This message has been edited by iliana (09-29-2006 12:30 AM).] |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Awwww! I agree with Sunshine. It's time to move on to a new court. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Sue, thanks...but I'll stay right where I am for now...actually, this poem was just a poem...just an analogy. I penned it for a friend. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
An excellent write Jo.. This is a winner. You do write in quite a different style than your sister Cathy.  Hugs~Nancy ~Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile~ |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
This reminded me of a story I read somewhere, about this guy who discovered the art of zen in the game of Tennis. In that story he related how he had become quite masterful in the game, winning match after match. But not without a price. Y'see, in order to "get into the zone of zen" to play the game, he had to release his emotional investment in winning. What he discovered, was that he didn't actually love playing tennis--he loved competition.  I don't mean that as commentary--it's just the story that your poem reminded me of... and I loved the poem too. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thanks again, Nancy! Ser....I had not heard that story, but know it to be true *smile*. Games are about the competition, uh-huh, they are, and sometimes the competition can cause better performance or even growth....but that depends, of course, on the person. Me, I think I'd rather go back to practicing on the backboard...lol. *wicked grin* & *big hug* .....jojo |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
Loved your poem, Jo, and I think the friend you penned it for could be all of us. It seems to be the way of humans to think we're losing when, in fact, we're winning - we just can't see what we're winning and that is the pity. |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Helen, thank you for your kindness...and yes, it could apply to anyone...and I agree with your observations. *hugs*....jo |
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garysgirl 
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Jo, glad to here the poem isn't about you.... but, glad to know you would know how to handle it if it were. LOL Love the way you incorporated the game into the poem. Yep, life is a game, isn't it? Good to read you, my friend. Hugs, Ethel  |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Thank you, sweet Ethel. Hope you are doing well...keep us posted...you're still in my prayers. *hugs*...jo |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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marcel Senior Member
since 2003-03-02
Posts 660az, usa |
but still, you improve..not sure if it is a good thing not to lose...me thinks that leads to one being emotionless...wonderful writing... |
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sewasham Senior Member
since 2006-09-11
Posts 714Oklahoma, USA |
Nicely written. I'm sure there are many who can relate to this. Take care and Have fun. Steve |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (angel friendship hugs) Unfortunately, I absolutely believe you're right that in sports often, competitiveness can overshadow ones love of the game ever too much like a solar eclipse of sorts overwhelming the atmosphere, and often I am weary of the conflict it can inspire so I often choose to play games independently! (sigh) This is a wonderfully thought-provoking poem, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Jo, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Hi, Noah Angel. Thank you so much for "seeing" the poem and appreciating it. We love you so much, too, Noah Angel! ...jo |
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