ADSactly Poetry - Is Love Today Fading Away?
"Is Love Today Fading Away?"
by Jeronimo Rubio
We need to start thinking about the people in the world and in our lives a lot more. Too many people have abandoned this way of thinking and fell into the "fend for yourself" mode way of life. Relationships today are hard enough without adding unreachable standards between two people.
Love is the cure for all. If we start thinking about others feelings and have consideration for what they are going through, imagine how much better love could be and how powerful it will grow.
On another note. We also need to encourage each other every day with hope. My motto is "words of encouragement are words of empowerment". This is how I live every day. So I put my thoughts into some poetry. I hope you enjoy my writings.
This poem was written when I was feeling pretty lonely and down. I had just been in a breakup and was transitioning from one place to another. A good friend of mine had sort of turned against me for a selfish reason so I actually had to relocate because I was living was his house after all.
But isn't it funny how things in life work out? Everything was great up until a week before this all happened and then " bam" it all fell into chaos. No warnings, no signs of trouble on the way and no real good reasons for it happening at all. But it happened anyway.
Life is a true "roller-coaster" ride. With so many "twists and turns" in front of us always. It's being able to ride this coaster and come out at the end in one piece that is the true "task at hand." Now, when I was young, I was always one of the first ones to go and try that "new scary big roller-coaster." The thrill and excitement was an "adrenaline" rush for me and man, I took on some of the best there was.
But when it happens in life, it isn't much fun and can be devastating if you're not strong enough to handle it. Fortunate for me, I made it through (although at times I didn't think I would) and I am able to look back on it as one of "life's little lessons" that made me stronger and then be able to write about it and share it with all of you. I hope you enjoy it.
Help me my brother... Heal me my sister...
by Jeronimo Rubio
Heal me, my sister.
I seem to have lost my way home.
I've gone down the wrong path.
And I travel each day.
Broken and all alone.
The four winds keep blowing.
My ancestors showing me
Paths I have already been.
The sun beats down on me.
The great spirit has called me.
And now my soul needs to be cleansed.
Help me, my brother.
Heal me, my sister.
I'm calling to you in great need.
And I'll pray every night.
For great spirit's blessed sight.
To lead me back where I should be.
I cried today a little more.
Trying to make my way back.
But I will heal. Only in time.
Pray with me. Pray for me.
Help me, my brother,
Heal me, my sister.
Dark clouds are in the sky.
I fall to my knees,
That someone may here,
The sadness in my words as I cry.
Darkness is falling,
My body is broken,
My spirit is falling from grace.
I look for the light,
But it's nowhere in sight,
As the lines carve much deeper in my face.
Help me, my brother,
Heal me, my sister,
Before I fall too much.
And then one bright day,
When we meet in the sky,
I'll share with you all my love.
This poem was written during my healing process. Unfortunately, sometimes for people, the healing process can be very long, very painful and even cause them to end their life. This is very sad and is the very good reason why we should reach out to those in need.
Healing from a tragic loss can be devastating. Having someone to help support you and help you heal can mean the difference between life and death. Can mean the difference between you becoming someone evil instead of staying the great person you once were.
Life is too precious to let events in our lives destroy us. To create monsters out of us or to feel we have no other choice but to end our own life. That is why I live every day trying my best to help others in every way I can. Show them the beautiful things in life. To let them know that they matter and I love them.
This is the "cure" and we all have the "cure" inside all of us. We just need to learn how to use it, when to use it and to use it as often as needed.
Where is the love?
by Jeronimo Rubio
No need to look far.
Just gaze deep inside your own heart.
There you will find.
A love pure & true.
That's ready to do it's part.
Ready to flow.
Out into the world.
A place where it's needed so much.
To heal someone, help someone,
Lift someone, guide someone,
Let them feel love's tender touch.
Show them the way,
To live out each day.
A happiness no one can sell.
And know late at night.
When you lay your head down.
A new story of hope you can tell.
A place of great beauty,
Of life never ending,
With magical, mystical views.
A place that was made,
For you and me both,
To live eternity through.
With wondrous gardens,
Of luminous flowers,
That glow in the day and at night.
A place where sweet music,
Is heard every day,
And helps us receive blessed sight.
This poem is written to remind everyone that there is someone in the world who cares about you. You may not think so, but there is. I care. I want to share all my love with you. I want to help you heal. I may not have the financial means to help with monies needed. But I am a good listener and I may be able to help you figure out how you can find what you need.
I want you to know that there is someone in the world who truly wants to see you succeed. Who will be sad if you are in pain or hurting. Who truly cares about your health and well being. Someone who worries if your okay. And like I said in the beginning, someone who truly loves you.
"Words of encouragement are words of empowerment" this is my motto and the way I live every day. Be at peace with yourself and others. Live in peace with yourself and others. Spread your love with others and always remember to love yourself. Because you do matter. I hope all of you enjoyed my writings.
Love, Always, Jeronimo Rubio
Feel the love ...
by Jeronimo Rubio
Just let yourself go.
Feel the love I have to offer.
Breathe in it's sweet fragrance.
Indulge it's sweet touch.
It's a love unlike any other.
Like a slow gentle wind.
It caresses your skin.
Helping you feel at ease.
As your pain starts to fade.
And your spirit starts to sing.
Let the healing process begin.
Come sit with me now.
No need to be scared.
A place where nothing grows old.
And as we share these good times.
A new friendship we find.
Where we create great stories, yet told.
This love has no boundaries,
You know it's great power,
A flight for all to endure.
A love of great essence,
With glimmering iridescence,
A life changing, magical cure.
Please sit with me now,
And let us commence,
This eternal friendship as one.
A spiritual journey,
Through clouds of emotions,
That will fill us all with love so pure.
Jeronimo and Vanja - Photography by Jeronimo Rubio
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The concept of true love is fading away because everyone has a plan. (Well, everyone is 'expected' to have a plan.) This plan consists of some steps, and these steps are taken based on data obtained from observing the steps taken by other people. Every now and then, somebody will give you a good plan that is 'supposed to' work, because it has worked for a number of people, except there is no guarantee that the same plan will work for you.
True love does not happen in microseconds. It starts from a special moment and it builds up over time. It can start in childhood or adolescence. It can start when all your hair are white. There are ups and downs in every relationship.
As far as dating is concerned, it is nothing but testing compatibility with a person. There is no guarantee that dating will lead to a relationship. There is no guarantee that a relationship requires dating. There is no official rule book on dating.
You are 18, man. Getting a girlfriend for the sake of 'having a girlfriend' is counterproductive to your other life goals. Just enjoy your life and watch out of signs.
Very interesting response but very true @kouba01. If we plan out love it generally won't work. Love is not something we can put into a schedule. It is something we must live with no boundaries. It is a feeling deep inside, a mindset of the heart, a Free-Spirited way of life. To live is to love. To love is to be Loved. Thank you.
To be 18 years old, you think very well and you talk like you've already had many experiences with hehehe love relationships. I totally agree @kouba01, true love comes at any time of your life, just do not look for it, love appears alone .... and it is true nowadays love is a plan with different types of interests, but still exists the belief of true love and that is good. I know that sometimes loneliness hits but you do not have to worry, love arrives @adsactly.
I couldn't have said that any better. Love is a precious thing that takes time, takes going through experiences with the person and getting to know them on another level. I believe that true love doesn't happen until you TRULY love yourself first, so you are capable of loving someone else.
Well said. Having a plan isn't a bad thing, but it's also necessary to be able to have the flexibility to lose control occasionally and just enjoy the life we have been given.
no ... me thinks you need to take nap ... me watch fire while you sleep ... go rest GOOD K.I.D. ... you change your mind later ... you feel better after you rest ... me keep watch ... me sure ... me love even you forget how much G_D loves you sometimes ... me sure ...
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too many GOOD WOMEN ... too much love for their GOOD G_D! ... too much love for their GOOD BABY LADIES! ... too much love for their GOOD BABY GENTLEMEN! ... too much love for their GOOD MEN ... uh hmm me sure ... me know ... me sure ... tarzan sure too much love for their GOOD G_D! ... too much love!
I love your photograph of you and Vanja and the other photographs are eye catching as well even tough it’s diferent source. Your first half of the story is sad. I can hear your calling for help. Unfortunately not everyone hears it. It is very sad when people are willing to go as far as ending their precious life in this kind of situation, they lost their hope, they lost faith.
The second part is full of love and positivity. And I love it and that’s what we should put our state of mind in. It’s all in our heads. Most of us had been there in the similar situation. We need LOVE AND FAITH in our lives and we will be just fine.
Very sad, happy and inspirational story and poetry.
Thank you so much @milano1113. Yes, very sad in the beginning and Love and Positivity in the second half. What people today don't realize is that we are all one with the universe. So, we need to be one with each other in life. The world today doesn't show enough Love to each other. Which, in turn, can affect others friendships, relationships, etc. Bad vibes spread out into the world will put a negative feeling on the people it touches. Then they turn around and mistakingly bring that bad feeling into their personal lives which in the end, brings more and more problems into the world. Thank you for enjoying my writings.
It's sad that selfishness is now the norm. Gadgets have taken over the place of fellow people. I'm conscious of this fact, it's why lately when I have a guest, I keep my phone afar off and have a decent conversation. We shouldn't let gadgets replace people, no.
Also, I think the music we listen to influence our thinking. No offence, but these rappers are doing more bad than good with their verses, and our young ones play them out. What you listen to is what you believe. You listen to Lil Wayne say "kill em all and keep moving", you believe you should kill them all and keep moving indeed.
It's a nice post, I'm resteeming this.
Estoy de acuerdo contigo, hoy en día existe demasiado egoísmo, las personas actúan y dicen cosas con tal de conseguir su propia satisfacción y no ven el daño que le ocasionan a la persona que usan para satisfacer sus necesidades sin saber si quizas esa persona los amaba de verdad... En cuanto a la música, también es cierto, sobre todo porque los que escuchan esas canciones son, más que todo, adolescentes que comienzan a ver la vida como es y que se dejan llevar por letras violentas y manipuladoras que a corto, y quizás, hasta a largo plazo los definen como personas..
Saludos.
So true @xtiam22. The world today has become so selfish. This is why I choose to share my heart's experience with everyone so I may help others I have never met in a positive way. Thank you for your words. @adsactly
Your post is really worth reading.
Somehow in ourlives we will experience defeat, problems, sadness, breaking downs, loneliness that we think will never end. But then we should never loose hope.
I always remember the line that I've heard from the animation movie "Sing" about being down. "You know what I like about being down, is there's no way but to go up."
Whenever I hit rock bottom, I always look and hope for a better tomorrow and I always tell myself that this too shall pass. To be positive when you are experiencing all the negatives.
It is good to know that you always have the ears ready to listen and arms wide open to those people that needs someone to be there for them whenever they feel alone.
You have big and kindest heart. May God always bless you and I genuinely wish for your happiness all the time!
Thank you for your beautiful words and blessings @annazsarinacruz. I live to love, to help, to support. This is the way it should be. I am glad that my writings and self experiences have brought some joy to others. @adsactly
Thank you too for this article full of encouragement. If (but I do not wish) I get sad and lonely, I will surely look for you and ask for some piece of advices. 😊
The idea of intimate romance is blurring endlessly on the grounds that everybody has an arrangement. (All things considered, everybody is 'normal' to have an arrangement.) This arrangement comprises of a few stages, and these means are taken in view of information got from watching the means taken by other individuals. Occasionally, some individual will give you a decent arrangement that 'should' work, since it has worked for various individuals, with the exception of there is no assurance that a similar arrangement will work for you.
Intimate romance does not occur in microseconds. It begins from an uncommon minute and it develops after some time. It can begin in youth or youthfulness. It can begin when all your hair are white. There are good and bad times in each relationship.
To the extent dating is concerned, it is only trying similarity with a man. There is no certification that dating will prompt a relationship. There is no assurance that a relationship requires dating. There is no official lead book on dating.
Thank you for your words @mirzaaliimran. I believe that Love is "Free-Spirited. What I mean is, you can not plan when it happens. You can not plan how it will go when in a relationship. You can not plan if or when it may end. But if we let our hearts rule in then we have a pretty good chance of having a very long, great relationship. A LIfetime of Love. But where the heart is concerned, the mind may get in the way at times. And when this happens, we need to let our heart guide us through the steps we will take.
yes true @jeronimorubio
This was really beautiful and I don't only mean the poems. Everything you wrote here truly got to my heart, something that hasn't happened for a while. I hope your words reach many others who like me have been told all their lives that emotions and love specially are cheesy and should be kept to oneself.
This is a sad reality and media doesn't really help. It seems the only emotion acceptable are anger and fear and whenever love is shown it tends to be exclusively romantic and not very real or healthy. Other kinds of love are ignored and since media has become many parent's babysitter then that's how kids learn about love. As we grow up many of us have trouble expressing what we feel and sometimes even understanding what we are feeling.
Personally, I've found your writing beautiful and just what I needed after one of those bad days. I hope to read more from you.
Thank you so much @dontpullakath. I am so happy that my poetry touched you in a positive way. It is important for all of us to share our heart with everyone. In this way we can help others we don't even know all over the world. Thank you for your kind words. @adsactly
Love fades if you still have your own ego and being selfish. Love is all about cooperation, compassion and generosity with each other.
Nice saying sir @cortexx ..I 100% agree with you.
I liked your work, well done
Thanks for your words, Love comes in justice and respect between the people
we need that ..
Great post
We are already in the modern world wherein advanced technology overshadowed humanity. So many gadgets, entertainment devices & etc that captures our attention and we became attached to it. Even the child knows how to play with ipods, smartphone & etc instead of playing with parents to develop attachment, love and care. The love of humanity was continuously diminished in the upcoming generation. The family bonding that develops love and affection has been forgotten and were busy on gadgets, modern entertainment & etc.
I was already fall in love and have breakup..I have occurred the hurt that everyday ocuured in my life
Thank you for replying @elizahfhaye. I understand @adsactly what you mean. That is why I take at least an hour each day to go outside and admire all the beautiful things on Great Mother Earth. Not only do I believe this is necessary for our own sanity, but it is good for the physical body as well. To take in the sun and feel the warmth. To feel the cool breeze blow across our skin. To look at trees and animals of the wild and how beautiful they are. I believe that if everyone on the planet id this, the world would be a much more happy place.
Thank you, for sharing the Love, @adsactly. I wish Jeronimo Rubio continued healing and peace .
Just the other day I published a post (using your tag #adsactly) titled Why Marry?
In this piece, which is both poetry and prose, I spoke of my initial reluctance (given the less-than-inspiring examples I'd witnessed) as well as my own selfishness as being obstacles to settling down.
Celebrating my 10th anniversary recently I, now, see the value and sanctity of the institution. I do hope that you enjoy my post.
Warmly, Yahia
Thank you for your very kind words and blessings @yahialababidi. I truly appreciate you coming here and letting others know of your story. I am 100% positive that this message will inspire someone. I will live every day going into the world and showing as much love as I can to all people I cross paths with. I truly apreciate you.
You’re a blessed soul, Jeronimo! May your body and mind be free of stuffering. I’m grateful for your generosity of spirit & send much love back your way ♥️