Noodles, Paper And Cushions

Noodles, Paper And Cushions

A Poem by Pete
"

Do not be too moral. You may cheat yourself out of much life so. Aim above morality. Be not simply good, be good for something. - Thoreau

"
Henry David Thoreau: An Early American ...

i dined on ramen
ignoring all the rules like,
"don't squeeze the charmin"



© 2025 Pete


Author's Note

Pete
"I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion." - Thoreau

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Dear Pete
Morality, down the drain, too boring! Live your life uniquely....be daring, but not too much...I like Thoreau's comment on this...listened to video, but couldn't understand a word...I believe that one should choose the kind of lifestyle that suits them.....worthy thoughts Pete
Warmly, B

Posted 4 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

4 Months Ago

thanks b. takes courage to go your own way in a weighty world.
Betty Hermelee

4 Months Ago

HI Pete
Yes , but in this "weighty" world we must do what we think is right! Thank you for yo.. read more



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Dear Pete
Morality, down the drain, too boring! Live your life uniquely....be daring, but not too much...I like Thoreau's comment on this...listened to video, but couldn't understand a word...I believe that one should choose the kind of lifestyle that suits them.....worthy thoughts Pete
Warmly, B

Posted 4 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

4 Months Ago

thanks b. takes courage to go your own way in a weighty world.
Betty Hermelee

4 Months Ago

HI Pete
Yes , but in this "weighty" world we must do what we think is right! Thank you for yo.. read more
Fantastic work. You bring it to life

Posted 4 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Pete

4 Months Ago

thanks twc. stay cool.

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Added on August 18, 2025
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Pete
Pete

Boston, MA



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I love reading, writing, music, nature, God and feeling emotion, not necessarily in that order. To me, these things go hand in hand. My favorite writer is Henry David Thoreau. I think he was a geni.. more..