Reflect

By skinner_jennifer

Wed, 17 Apr 2019
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Reflecting with sincere compassion on those

crippled...unable to leave their house, they

gaze out of window watching world pass by.

Take heart, be encouraged to let imagination

go where it wants, sometimes that place is

better when spirit flies free.

 

People feeling lonely or scared of strangers

in crowded places...lost souls with no hope,

not sure of which way to go, troubled by

misfortune or simply out of touch. Don't be

afraid to ask for help even if you get many

unwelcome stares, keep pushing on till you

find your sheltered nook.

 

The old man who tottered off bus just

the other day right outside cemetery,

walking stick in hand...deep in thought,

taking flowers to his late wife's grave, the

most fitting way to remember her, even

though it's always been hard to say goodbye.

 

Woman who still lays a place at the table

for her now deceased husband – his soul shadow

still lingers, she can't accept he's gone. Well! In

my mind that's fine, we all have our own ways of

dealing with grief, if that's what it takes.

 

Very young and teenagers too have worried fears

of failure which leaves them blue, they need a

helping hand from me and you. I would say, stay

away from what feels wrong, those that have

gift of gab who try to lead you on. Be a leader,

stand up tall, show the world your all.

 

In moments of silence when want and desire

are inclined, remember each day that you're

breathing, to take in all that's around, smile...

gaze at sky it's all free, think first of all you

have and not what is out of reach in these hard times.

 

 

 

 

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Comments

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

A lot of interesting and compassionate thoughts, Jenny. You mention not being afraid to ask for help — maybe also, not being afraid to offer help, or ask if it's needed. And your encouragement to think and be aware of the needs behind those around us who may be smiling, but may be struggling too, and the peer pressure on the young people. And your last verse is reminiscent of 'Count your blessings, name them one by one …'

Also made me wonder how your hip/leg is now yourself, and re getting out? Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi Rhiannon,

I thank you so much for asking about my hip, it's no better really, but I hope once I've had the physiotherapy it will improve.

Of course you are right about not being afraid to ask people if they need help. I think a smile and a friendly word or gesture can be such a tonic.

Any way many thanks for reading and your input.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

A lovely, thoughtful piece Jenny. Sorry to hear about your hip - I hope the physio works!

 

Submitted by hilary west on

Hi Jenny, Nice thoughts in this poem of feeling for your fellow man. To be crippled and behind window pane must be hard indeed. I have difficulty walking but can manage a bit outside, but I guess it is a downward, slippery slope!

Hilary   smileysad

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I hope physio helps too! It has taken a long time, when in May does it start? It is like you to think of others' suffering when you are suffering so yourself. You are so giving!

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Thank you so much for your kind words insert. I've had to wait until May for the treatment, I suppose there's a long waiting list, but I'm just thankful the doctor was understanding.

It's good to be able to write my feelings down, and I'm so grateful to be able to share them on abc tales.

Again many thanks.

Jenny. 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hi there Hilary,

I know exactly how you feel, I can't walk very far these days, so I'm grateful that we have a car and my partner is now retired so he drives me where I need to go.

I'm so sorry to hear you've got problems with walking, I know how frustrating it can be. I've found myself putting my old walkman on with the old fashioned tapes I've got and walking around the house, listening to up lifting music does help and at least when I'm in the house I can swing my arms without looking too stupid, then I sit down if and when I need to. 

You and I must keep smiling through the pain. smiley Take care I'm thinking of you.

By the way thank you for your kind words on this piece of writing.

Jenny.

 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hello Di,

physio starts in two weeks, it has been ages I've had to wait, but I was just saying to insert that I suppose there's a long waiting list for treatment. 

I would always have time for those worse off than me, I suppose it's always been in my nature to worry about people suffering, though these days I can't help as much as I'd like, being restricted is very frustrating. 

Being able to write down my feelings here is such a great tonic that helps immensely. We really are so lucky as writers to have a place to come to with like minded people, and I'm always grateful for the help I've recieved from you and other writers.

Thank you for taking the time out to read and share your thoughts Di. Communication is so important.

Stay well and keep writing.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

I know what you mean about support from here. People here are always so friendly and have so much knowledge to share to help in all sorts of situations. You are one of the most important for that.

I keep wondering if you have torn a muscle or ligament or dislocated something? Why is it still so sore after all this time? I hurt my shoulder once when stretching and there was nothing wrong but the pain was worse than childbirth for me (which involved a 2 week stay in hospital). But no one could find anything wrong,. It got better after a month though, so I don't know. It is so good that you can sit and sleep fine though so there is some relief, just it must be so frustrating for you. I'm glad your partner is retired so you always have someone to keep you company and help

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

What a friendly comment Di. I'm sorry I've taken so long to get back to you. You know when I had my left hip replaced I was walking so well you couldn't keep me off my feet, but a few months ago I was walking into town with my partner, I felt a slight twinge in my right hip but carried on. Once in town my partner went and did the things he needed to do and I carried on. Sadly I made the mistake of going into Wilko's to get a large tub of wild bird pellets, even the lady on the till said it was very heavy, but I knew I'd carried them before so just smiled and said, 'I'll be okay.' 

By the time I got to the bus stop the twinge was getting worse, but now I just had to get home. As soon as I reached my front door my hip just collapsed...I just thank my lucky stars it was at the door and not in the street. Anyway I saw the doctor, and after having x-ray the doctor said I'd strained the muscles in my right hip and needed to be careful, but she said physio would help.

Sorry about your shoulder, you wouldn't think stretching could cause so much pain,  it seems us humans have to be so careful. I hope you get your partner to give you shoulder massages, it really does help. I think I was a cat in another life, because I love rubbing my back up and down on the frame of the doorway, my partner says he's surprised I don't start purring. smiley I'm glad you're okay now and hope you stay well. My partner is so good, I really don't know where I'd be without him. 

Any way I hope you have a good easter and thank you again so much for your concern, it's really great to know you care.

Jenny. smiley

 

 

Submitted by Di_Hard on

My partner has mobility problems, and he loves watching the birds. Sometimes he lies in bed watching the seagulls circling in the sky outside. The little birds are very tame with him, maybe because of Chak (jackdaw with broken wing) but maybe  also because he always moves slowly. When he sits outside a robin sits on the back of his chair. Are you finding this happening with your birds ? I have had the kitchen door open today as so warm and that blackbird has been in already!

Thankyou for asking about my shoulder, it was a long time ago it happened, when working the vegetable bit in Sainsbury's, it's neverr got thast bad again,  Thank goodness!!! I do feel for you!!! If it's muscles with you they will heal,too. Are you taking supplements and stuff to help?

 

Submitted by celticman on

compassion comes from within and that's where you start, jenny, meditate on that. 

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

I agree Jack, treat others as you would wish to be treated.

Thank you for reading and your kind words.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

Hello Di,

it sounds as if your partner is such a gentle soul and the fact he attracts birds tells me he's an earth angel. Sadly I don't have that attraction for birds, but I do love to watch them feeding in the garden.

I'm so sorry your partner has mobility problems, perhaps the birds sense he means them no harm, especially the black bird. I remember you telling me it comes in the kitchen, that is such a privilage and you both must have a very caring nature.

I always try to eat properly and enjoy sardines on toast which are high in omega and also tinned salmon with the bones in. Plenty of fruit and salads too which I enjoy, I don't take supplements, I'd rather get my goodness from natural foods. 

I think a lot of my problems originated from when I taught dance aerobics for eight years. It must have taken a lot out of my body and now I'm paying for it, but don't get me wrong I don't regret a single moment and wouldn't change things at all, they were some of the best years of my life and I met some amazing ladies.

Just have to see how the physio pans out and go from there.

Thanks again.

Jenny.