What’s this World Coming to?
Costs today are skyrocketing.
Look how much the plumber’s pocketing!
Technology is changing way too fast!
Let’s continue doing thngs as we did in the past.
Singers today sound like sick cats!
Why do parents let kids dress like that?
Nothing these days is made to last.
Quality and service are things of the past!
You won’t hear me making remarks like this;
I may be over the hill, but I try to resist!
Well, you might hear me say a thing or two,
but only when I’m sure that it’s true!
Reprinted from Life in Inspiring Places
Copyright© 2019 by Cheryl Batavia
This will be the last post for a while. I will be taking a break, doing some computer maintenance, and catching up on neglected tasks. When I return, I will need to reduce computer time to give my eyes more rest. All the best! Stay safe and be happy! ❤ ❤ ❤ Cheryl
Gulf Coast Poet 
I love that Cheyrl!
Thanks for the heads up or I would have worried I was missing your posts. I do understand and commend you for taking a much needed break. Enjoy your time as you get some revamping of your computer and home life. I’ll miss you and look forward to your return. Blessings! ❤️
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Cindy, I so much appreciate your kind comments. One of my many flaws is that I have to work at keeping my life in balance…not good at moderation! ❤ Hope things are going well for you. Cheryl
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You are so welcome Cheryl!!!
Why can I so much relate to that!!! Thanks for making me laugh today.. Ok, I’m inspired to close shop and hike before my next client. Thanks Friend. ❤️❤️❤️
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Apt title for a wonderful post, Cheryl. Best wishes for the interim break. Take care!
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Thank you for your kind comments, Ramya. So glad you liked the poem! All the best! ❤ Cheryl
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A beautifully written and poignant poem! I especially loved the part about singers sounding like sick cats.
Have a great break! I’m already looking forward to your return! Take care!
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Thank you, Introverted Thoughts. So glad you liked the poem! Take care! ❤ Cheryl
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Thanks for the heads up on your break! May your time off-line be fruitful and filled with extra happiness.
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Thank, Laura. Stay well and happy! ❤ Cheryl
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What a beautiful poem and message, change is inevitable and good, usually… challenge only when it’s wrong. Have a great refreshing break Cheryl!
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Thank you, Deb, for your kind comments. Glad you liked the poem! All the best! 🙂 Cheryl
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You will be missed Cheryl but enjoy your break.
Love ❤
Michel
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Thank you, Michel. I got my computer maintenance taken care of. Now I am trying to catch up on emails.
I have missed all of my fellow bloggers. I hope you are well. ❤ Cheryl
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Sending hugs and strength
Take care of yourself…
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Thank you, Eliza, for your support! I just need to take more breaks and limit my screen time. 🙂
All the best!, ❤ Cheryl
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I’m trying to go on my phone less too 💕🕯✨
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appreciate the sentiments you share here … and every generation says very similar things 🙂
Take care, enjoy your break … not sure if I will continue, got a few more weeks before I decide 🙂
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Thank you, Kate, for your thoughtful comments. If you left, a lot of people would miss you. ❤ Take care, Cheryl
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indeed but one day we will have to go … take care precious ❤
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I love it! 🙂 Enjoy your break, Cheryl!
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Thank you, Jarilissima for your kind comments. So glad you like the poem! All the best! ❤ Cheryl
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Change is inevitable but not always for the best. Love your poetry, Cheryl.
Good luck on your brief break, have a good one! I’ll miss reading your posts. Hope you’ll be back soon.
Take care! 🌹
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Rishika, I really appreciate your kind and thoughtful response. Glad you enjoy my poems.
All the best! ❤ Cheryl
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Tech indeed is moving way too fast. A nice piece, well written Cheryl! 🙌
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Thank you, Ujjwal, for sharing your thoughts. I appreciate your kind comment, and I am glad you enjoyed the poem. 🙂 All the best! Cheryl
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Thank you Cheryl for leaving a thoughtful message for us.
Many blessings for you.
Take care 💖
You will be missed a lot 🤗❤🤗
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Thank you, Saba, for your kind comment. Take care, Cheryl ❤
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Have a great time dear 💖
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Cheryl, I will miss your posts but totally get it! Especially the part about giving the eyes a rest.
I might be next. 😊
Enjoy your break. See you when you return!
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Thank you, Beck. Take care, Cheryl. ❤
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Awesome poem, Cheryl.
And that’s true.
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Thank you, Murali, for your kind comments. I am happy that you could relate to the poem. 🙂 Take care! Cheryl
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Have a good break and hope to see some new posts soon.
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Thank you, Lawrence, for your kind comments. I hope you are enjoying some sunshine and time with friends. 🙂 All the best! Cheryl
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This is wonderful, many in earth are longing for those past days.
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Thank you, Subbashini, for your kind comments. Yes, many on fixed incomes especially, find rising prices painful. Many find it hard to keep up with technology and social changes. So glad you could relate to the poem! All the best! ❤ Cheryl
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You touched every aspect , and the lines , “nothing is ment to last” are my fav… coz now a days quality is not like the earlier ones.. well written
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Thank you, Ankush for your very kind comments. I am glad you like the poem. 🙂 All the best! Cheryl
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[…] What’s this World… Coming to? […]
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History repeats itself 👍🏻🙂🙏🏻
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Thank you, Seeker, for your thoughtful comment. I am glad you enjoyed the poem. I think the “remarks” echo the thoughts of every older generation, which I am now a part of. 🙂
I visited your site today. You have good content, and I enjoyed the way you presented it in the video. I look forward to listening to more videos in the future. ❤ All the best! Cheryl
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Thanks and glad you liked my content.. (Nothing New😉🙏🏻). I too am looking forward to my future videos and am excited to see what precipitates. Thank you so much again for reading, checking out my channel👍🏻🙏🏻
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Thank you for sharing. This world at live in its precious, just as each human life is. Seeking truth, and living to look after our world and the people in it. That’s the best way to go. 😊
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Thank you Hamish for sharing your thoughts and perspectives. 🙂 I hope all is well with you. Cheryl
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Exceptionally penned piece of poetry.
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Thank you, Omowunmi, for your kind comment. 🙂 I appreciate your taking the time to read and comment.
Take care, Cheryl
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