Her Words (As Best I Recollect)

a poem about a friend's philosophy

Even nothing

To believe in

Is something

To get you through

To something

That works for you

As belief has

Never been

For nothing

No matter

What you do

Jim Lonsdale Poetry 2026

Reviews

[Michael Sun Bear]

A curious poem and philosophy. As pointed out by John it seems to contradict itself. Kindness, compassion, love. The only things I try to maintain a belief in.

[Desert Knave]

Thank you. The conversations were always a bit curious, but her philosophy was too, and I miss it. ~Jim

[John the Baptist]

I like the way the end of the poem kind of contradicts the beginning. Ironically, belief in nothing is belief in something.

[Desert Knave]

Thanks. That was what she tried so hard to teach me ... and, as I have gotten older, life has taught me. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

We all need to believe in something, Jim! Your friend has a good philosophy. I liked this. Lydi***

[Desert Knave]

Thanks Lydi** ! Good to see you here, as it isn't the same without you. ~Jim

[Rosie E C…]

Wow, this is very straight to the point.

Wise words and thoughtful to read.

I admire the serious tone to it.

Short but unforgettable.

[Desert Knave]

Thank you so much ! ~Jim