I was never good at numbers, unfortunately. However, I have written so many things. When I was little I would write poems and small stories, and then in high school I went up to an essay each week. I am happy with all writing things – either pen or pencil with paper, and even better on my laptop now… but numbers? Really not good – apart from playing Scrabble, of course.
a pen or pencil
is mightier than a number:
wouldn’t you say, eh?
right, okay
strike it out, that’s it;
now, try it again
a pen or pencil
is mightier than a sword:
better isn’t it?
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Image credit: Karla Hernandez @ Unsplash
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a hand holding a Rubik’s cube which has words written in some of the squares, that can be read from left to right or top to bottom that says; “ Figure it out”
Written in response to Sadje‘s What Do You See #255 photo prompt.
Di’s Pensitivity101 – Monday’s Three Things Challenge: WRITTEN, PAPER, ESSAY
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I am surely happy with the latter one! When I was little, I was sometimes good at math (numbers) and sometimes chemistry. But writing was my weakness! I think you did well in the right way.😉🤙🌹
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It often goes the way, doesn’t it. But I’m very impressed with your maths and chemistry! Although, I had to learn fire chemistry when I became an insurance surveyor… 🧯😂
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Oh yeah!!😂😂🤙🔥💥
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Fun poetry, Chris, although Zorro or The Three Musketeers might have something to say about the weaker sword thing. 🙂
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Ha ha, that’s a good point, Dave!
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🙂
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Very clever, Chris.
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Thanks very much, Robbie!
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Fun!
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Glad that you liked that, Beth!😊
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not that cube
for this boob
a mother s buoy
love to veg
and watch tv too
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Oh yes, watching tv – and why not!
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I agree! I was never good at math, even though my dad was a math teacher! He also spent years as the school librarian, and that’s where I think I take after him. And don’t take me to an art/writing supply store or I will get lost in the pen and pencil section!😂😂
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Libraries and pens/pencils, and crafts stuff… blissful!!
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You’ve killed it Chris! What a number when you are wielding the sword of a pen! Thanks for joining in with this fun poem.
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Well, that was a fun photo, I thought. Interesting finding what other people wrote here – back to read soon. Have a great day, Sadje😊
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Thanks a lot dear friend for your support 💕💕💕
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Thanks for joining in Chris. Numbers were always my thing at school, but I did like to write.
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Oh yes, I know about your clever number things… but whatever we did, we all love writing now!
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Most definitely!
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Funny, I used to use my pen as a sword to tease my sister.
Nisely done, Chris. A great take on the photo prompt.
Isadora 😎
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Ha ha, that sounds funny… your poor sister, eh!😂
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She began to do the same to me eventually. It was fun. xo
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The sword all the way…
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Yes, often so (sadly)…
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I’m still not good with numbers and mathematical concepts. Give me words!
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Yes, both of us, definitely!😉
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Nice one Chris. I like this is a poetic look at a writer figuring out their work. I love scrabble to!
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Thanks, Mason! – I’m glad that you like playing Scrabble. I’m discovering that so many of us do.😊
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I think Scrabble is a natural pastime for writers isn’t it. I anagram all the while from car number plates etc. its quite a wordy habit!
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a wonderful response, Chris..I think we are always trying to figure “life” out… Most of us , at least. 😊
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Quite right… and thank so much!😊
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You’re welcome Chris. 🙏
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Love it, Chris! I’m good with numbers, but swords? Probably best not to find out 🤣🍰
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I thought you’re good in numbers, Susan… and yes, I have in inkling about ‘other things’ (say no more). 😉🍰😊
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Clever approach to the prompts! I love the progression of the poems!!
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So glad that you liked that, Val!
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I like what you did there! Excellent.
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Thanks, Keith!
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This is a cute confession. Love it.
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Well, it’s only a little confession!😉
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You are amazing.
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What a clever and fun write, Chris! Like you, I too am no good at numbers. 😀
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Good to be in the same section, isn’t it! And this is like being in school again!😊
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Exactly! You reminded me of school. When I was in the tenth grade segregation based on mathematical ability was introduced. I don’t have to tell you in which section I was! 😉
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I agree and love that last line💗
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Aww, thanks Cindy!😊
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Welcome💓
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The joy of words can be found everywhere, my friend–including Scrabble 🙂 It’s always lovely to revisit those past words…sometimes a little sad, too, but they remind us we have the skill, the ability, the tenacity, to write on. Hugs to you! xxxxxxx
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Oh yes, words are wonderful… let’s keep them here and also throw them all around us. You know, I am thinking about your very high wall… and that great house… and all those good and bad people… 😉🤗
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Oh, they call back, too, from the Land of Somedays…we’ll find them! xxxxx
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Writing is such a soothing activity. Numbers… they are for my hubby. I’m lucky if I can remember my cell phone number! Nicely done. 🙂
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What you just said made me feel very happy! Thanks Jules.😊
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It takes differences and many parts to make a whole. 🥰
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Good job, Chris!
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Thanks so much, Susi!
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You’re welcome!
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I envy people who are good at numbers – they can always get work – alas, I’m not one of them…
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Still you do lots of wonderful things, da-AL!💞
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