He taught me many lessons,
ones I cannot soon forget:
“Always give your very best,
so you never face regrets.”
On his own, without guidance,
made him wise beyond his years:
“If your sad, have a good cry,
let your hands wipe your own tears.”
Through time fake friendships withered,
never had much family:
“Better off being alone,
than around bad company.”
Hard at work for a low wage,
money came but rarely stayed:
“Feel no guilt obtaining wants,
needs will be met everyday.”
Gave himself to all in need,
and always handed respect:
“If you give, give from your heart,
just make sure to not expect.”
– Grace Y. Estevez-Reddy
My poem “Mentor” was published on The Writers Club. I would like to thank their team for showcasing this piece.
Originally Published on January 24, 2021
This is really inspiring and enlightening, Grace!
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.💕
Yes it’s is indeed nature is amazing
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It’s an awesome poem. Congratulations Grace
Happy you liked it, Sadje. Thanks so much 💕
You’re always welcome
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A poem to treasure. When the going gets tough and it seems hard finding a shoulder to lean on, this is one poem to read again during such times. Might not solve your problem, but will certainly cheer you up.
So kind of you, Benjamin. Truly appreciate your support. Thanks so much.💕
You are always welcome my dear friend.
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Loved it, Grace💕🙂 it’s the masterpiece, i must say💕🙂
Thanks so much, Saima. So glad you liked it.💕
bestowed gifts of esteem and resolve. . . beautifully conveyed
Thank you so much.💕
Beautiful. Just beautiful. Great job.
Delighted to hear you enjoyed it, AC. Thank you so much.💕
Yes 🙌🏻 – really on this same wave length. Been removing fake friends and having to really find balance with wants and needs as my family is in a tough spot. Been trying to figure out how I can support my children better, hoping to do it through my writing, photography, and jewelry, but it is really tough. So grateful for you and your presence in this world. 💞 Thank you for being here and thank you for sharing your light. 💞
Glad you found this piece relatable. It’s so hard to see through the fake gestures and let go of hurtful relationships, but worth it. Hang in there, things have a funny way of unraveling and working out. Thanks so much for reading and sharing. Keep shining.💕
Congrats, Grace! I’m so glad more folks are seeing your poetry. You deserve to be widely read. I’m happy for you. 🙂
Thanks so much, my dear friend. Truly appreciate your kind support.💕
Oh my, what a moving poem, Grace. It’s so beautiful. 💞
Im so happy you enjoyed it, my dear friend. Truly means a lot to me.Thanks so much.💕
You’re most welcome, Grace. Always. 💞
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This is great
Thanks so much.💕
Beautiful poem, thoughtful and profound👏👏👏👏👏.
“If you give, give from your heart,
but be sure not to wait.”
Congratulations, friend Grace.
Thank you so much, dear Lincoln. So happy you liked it, my friend.💕
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what a great honor with a great poem well deserved Grace!
Congrarts💖💖💖
Thanks so much, dear Cindy.💕
You’re so welcome Grace! 💖💖💖
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An inspiring and heart felt piece Grace. Congratulations on its publication. Great writing!
Thanks so much, dear Suzette.💕
A pleasure 😊
Pleasure 🙏
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Congratulations Grace, a superbly crafted and inspiring poem .. 💕🤗🌏
Wow great poem very inspiring. I love the last line
Thanks so much.💕
Thanks so much, dear Ivor. So happy you enjoyed it.💕
You’re welcome Grace
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was it someone you knew.
Yes it was.💕
Lovely: “If you give, give from your heart,
just make sure to not expect.”
The second part is the gem.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks so much, dear Selma.💕🙏💕
Great poem, Grace. Congratulations they published it. It sure contained a lot of wisdom.
Thanks so much. So glad you liked it.💕
Thanks🙏💖Beautiful sharing!
Glad you liked it. Thanks so much.💕
“Feel no guilt obtaining wants,
needs will be met everyday.”- I love these lines!
Such an inspiring poem, full of wisdom, Grace! Congratulations!
Thanks so much, dear Shruthi.💕
You’re welcome!
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Excellent. ♥️ I personally feel expectation is reasonable, to some extent. At least, with good intentions. But this is a wonderful piece and the rhymes are awesome, well done!
Thanks so much.💕
You’re welcome ^^
So damn beautiful lady!
Thanks so much 💕
Wonderful !
Thanks so much.💕
Such a person would be found rarely.
I couldn’t agree more.💕
A gorgeous poem with an inspirational message. Congratulations, Grace! You deserve it 🎉💐💖
Thank you so much, dear KK.💕
Most welcome Grace 😊
Beautifully written ❤
Thanks so much 💕
Welcome❤
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Lovely and so full of inspiration, Grace! Congratulations!
Glad you liked it, Eugenia. Thanks so much.💕
Most welcome, Grace!
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I love it grace
Happy you enjoyed it. Thank you 💕
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incredible write and mentor.
Thanks a bunch 💕
Beautiful, hmmm give with from your heart but do not expect ❤️
Thanks so much 💕
Truly inspiring
Thanks so much 💕
Wow, your poem just flows perfectly. That’s exactly what I aspire to become as a writer! Thanks for sharing this masterpiece. ☺️
So sweet of you. Happy you liked it. Thank you so much.💕
Thank you for this very moving story 🙏
So glad you liked it. Thanks so much.💕
Congratulations! ❤️👏🏼🍷
Indeed, well deserved.
Thanks so much.💕
Am feeling really inspired… it’s been a while…
So nice to hear. Thanks so much.💕
Beautiful poem
Thanks so much.💕
That was brilliant!
Thanks so much. Happy you liked it.💕
That word” give your very best ,so you don’t face regrets” gets to me and it’s inspiring. Thank you so much.
Happy to hear that. Thank you 💕
Really well written!
Thanks you so much 💕
Congrats on being showcased. I love the poem.
So happy you liked it. Thank you 💕