Waiting for happy news
to come across the radio
waves, I’m stuck home with the blues
waiting for happy news.
Waiting for happy news
which might come in an email:
‘Well done! You’ve won! We love
your work.’ Instead, inside
it’s dark, I wait for happy news.
Waiting for happy news:
the cure! So simple
and a medical profession who recognise
there are millions like me stuck at home
waiting for happy news.
Waiting for happy news: drone strikes which kill innocent civilians
outlawed under international law
and no-one wants to fire them anymore
and regimes built on hatred fall
like my dreams to the floor
where I wake up still wanting more:
waiting for happy news.
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Another PMDD day
When PMDD is at its worst, it’s hard to get out of bed and face the day. It’s even harder to face the headlines. But I try to remember never to give up hope. This poem is inspired by the poetry of Ivor Steven, a poet who has a unique talent for finding the silver lining behind every dark cloud. Thank you, Ivor!
Thank you the honourable mention Ingrid … I am always thrilled to see my name on other bloggers sites … the sharing and caring by fellow bloggers on WordPress is wondrously heart-warming and gratifying … and I am never waiting long before the next piece of happy news .. 😊🤗💛
My pleasure, Ivor! I’m sure some happy news will be just around the corner…
Writing and sharing can be an antidote when you’re suffering. I admire your positivity Ingrid in never giving up hope, and I hope its not a long wait. Having read some of your posts on PMDD, it sounds like a truly awful condition to have.
Thank you Marion. When you consider that women in their twenties are having hysterectomies because of it, that gives some idea of how bad it is.
Having suffered with anger, despair and severe pain during my menstrual cycle since the age of 11, I sympathise. Menopause, while hard in itself, is a glorious release.
I keep good news stories bookmarked on my phone: https://www.positive.news/environment/climate-crisis-english-moor-turned-into-giant-sponge-to-absorb-co2/
Thank you for the happy news 😊 glad to hear those problems are over for you!
The news about drone strikes is hollow. When did the US ever obey international law?
I guess those in charge believe they are above the law. I suppose they are, if it’s unenforceable.
Yee-ha!
I hope you get some happy news and feel better today, Ingrid! 💙
Thank you Merril 💜
we’re all in one waiting room or another, yours I see is for happy news, which hopefully will come knocking soon. Patience is hard
Thank you: you are right!
The headlines are always depressing. But there are shiny bits if you dig down.
Hope you feel better soon. (K)
Thank you Kerfe. Sometimes it’s better not to read them.
Yes that’s true.
The news is depressing. It all became too much for me last year. Your work, on the other hand, offers so much to all of us – inspiration, motivation, creativity, reflection, a call to action, and of course, good news. Sending you light and love, always. 💖
Thank you so much, Michele, much appreciated 🥰
I think the whole world is waiting for happy news, these days, as dark forces have taken over social media. I so resonated with your words. However I am looking out my window at blue sky, the air is so fresh, and the morning is making me happy. Have a good one, Ingrid.
I’m glad for the happy start to your day, Sherry!
I don’t think one need have PMDD to relate to this poem, Ingrid… because I sure can!
<3
David
I was going to say I’m glad to hear it, but I suppose ‘sad’ is more appropriate.
yeah 🙁
I love your poem Ingrid and sending you the strength to carry on and kudos to Ivor for inspiring you!!
💖
Thanks Cindy – almost through another ‘hell week’ 😅🙏💕
You’re welcome always!
Hell be gone! 🙏🙏🙏🌈🌈🌈
How beautifully you capture the sense of longing in waiting for happy news!
Sending much love and uplifting words your way. 🙂
Thank you, Jaya – I really appreciate that ❤️
Your poem is beautiful and poignant. We have all been through enough “stuff” to relate to some degree. Sometimes good news is hard to find. I try to limit my news time. Hope you feel better soon, Ingrid. <3 <3 <3
Thank you, Cheryl, I am doing the same right now ❤️
Ingrid, I don’t know if you have time to check this out, but I have always enjoyed reading JoAnna’s ” Good News Tuesday” feature on her website, “Anything is Possible.” 🙂
joannaoftheforest.wordpress.com
Thank you for suggesting this, Cheryl, I will take a look 😊
Beautifully written. It’s a cruel time Ingrid. Perhaps times will always like this. But good news come from time to time. May good news come to you. May you feel better, appreciated, and loved.
Love you hon.
G
Thank you so much! Sending love ❤️
My pleasure
xoxo
Blissful poetry, framed in a unique way. The styling and other things are done wonderfully. The content is no doubt may not have a rhyming, bus contains great meaning. Waiting for more.
Thank you very much!
Here’s some happy news: Biden won’t be in office forever.
We’ll done!
Ingrid, this touched me deeply. To be in so much pain yet write so beautifully is truly admirable. I do hope you get some good news regarding relief from PMDD. Hang in there, we all love you. ❤️
Thank you Punam! I do have some happy news: I have a zoom appointment with a specialist next week 😊
That is fantastic news! 😊
You are very welcome.
I can certainly relate to this piece, well done. Hugs, Joni
Thank you Joni 🤗