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michae1 shared a letter in the
Poetry group 7 months, 3 weeks ago{Broken or Broke in}
Michael L George jrI’ve trusted I’ve lusted,
I’ve loved and I’ve lost.
I’m not “Broken” I’m “Broke in”
See the difference?
There’s a separation,
The love I lost helped me lust
The reason I trusted is why I lost.
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michae1 shared a letter in the
Poetry group 7 months, 4 weeks agoNo stop signs
Michael L George jrApparently, the way I’m moving
Forward, is causing a commotion.
Creating waves and riding em,
Now I’m looking and sounding
Different. Some still see
Me through my past addiction.
No longer with those circles,
Now I’m a square,
Making a point like a triangle.
Breaking out of the hexagon
No stop signs here.
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michae1 shared a letter in the
Poetry group 7 months, 4 weeks agoHomework
Michael L George jrMaking new connections,
Creating new bonds,
With the intention of building
A new family. To have a place
I can rest and call home.
Doing homework as this body is home,
Just a home body. Honing in
On this new foundation.
Checking into the blueprints.
No architect, but this picture
You can see, this is pre-school
Connecting the dots.
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michae1 shared a letter in the
Poetry group 8 months agoAbsorbed this moment
Watching the horizon swallow the sunlight
And all it’s bright colors.
Then seeing the sky fade to black
With some specs of light off in the distance
Is a beautiful experience.
Enjoying the simple pleasures in life.
Just watching the time go by.-
Sunsets are truly magical. I love just being present and taking them all in. Thank you for reminding me to do so. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of The Unsealed. <3Lauren
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Yes they are, it’s my favorite part of the day. Especially during the fall and winter time. Glad you enjoyed it.
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This was a peaceful read, I found myself painting your words and feeling at ease!
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michae1 shared a letter in the
Poetry group 8 months agoEMiT
Some say “time” is an illusion,
As we sift through the past,
Splash in the present &
Unwrap the future.
Then come to a conclusion,
We just emit time, with, energy. -
whitjr submitted a contest entry to
Write a poem (or letter) about a turning point in your life 8 months, 1 weeks agoGOING TO BERLIN IN 1970
RAY WHITAKERLAUREN- THE PHOTO OF THE BRICK GOES WITH THIS POEM. WHEN YOU READ IT, YOU’LL SEE WHY…
GOING TO BERLIN IN 1970 -for Hank
They were traveling by train
the whole family, for Thanksgiving
at seventeen it felt like being thirty
courage for the i-am-strong-enough
to face the i-don’t-know-what
speaking German wishing-to-know-wordseven so he was in his own thoughts-
Where does genuine live?
Is it In amongst the realizations of the self?Traveling with another Colonel’s family,
with another son of seventeen
both in railroad overnight sleeper berths
the Colonels had to be in uniform
crossing Enemy Territory as it was
the Enemy’s armed soldiers at railway stops in the dark
warned us not to exit the cars
if the train stopped, must have passports at the ready
should they be demanded by the communists.It would take all night to get to Berlin due to the many stops
having left the freedoms of West Germany
fluttering on flagpoles at the border.It was the first time, really, that he was aware,
like no kidding, that the suppression of men could be such
a real thing.That realization never walked away again
the sight of man’s inhumanity to man
that persisted for the rest of his yearsthis epiphany became a finely tuned crap-detector
like gauging spoken truths for authenticity
or assessment of mood, or rank, at a glance.Sometimes both revealing, and understanding, were pushed
into override, with wisps of smoke coming out
he had to get out, away from the despicable sourcewhat of the half-truths
or the lying in the unnecessary competitions
in foolish men’s lives.
Sleep was a casualty of that night.
Excitement of so many AK-47s,
the danger slung on The Enemy’s shoulders
during the travel to West Berlin
so divided (one of the few walled cities left in the world)
the Berlin Wall was a living, breathing beast
the beast was hungry to eat those that loved freedom
the east had walled all around the west city with
guard towers sporting machine-guns overlooking barbed wire.We were free to think and speak
our minds carrying on the traditions
that was why our Fathers wore the uniforms.Yet there was Checkpoint Charlie
a passageway out of grey oppression
crossing over into sparkling clean air
the point of cruel suppression, of beyond unfair dictatorship
made by the hundreds of small white crosses
placed to honor where the dead had been murderedthose that had sought out of the chill, shot dead
sometimes having dug under the wire
perhaps hidden in the trunk of a car under blankets.Those sights stayed with him far into his future years
the detector tuned to not just seeing lies
but to detect the oranges of tyrannical narcissismhe felt as if he had breached the walls of Mordor there
in the east walkers dressed in darks and greys
city streets there unkept, paint on walls peelinga stark contrast to the bustle of the west side
where there were freedoms even to wear bright yellow
should one want to, and to think unencumberedhe sought the exploration of the Self
ever since, gathering strength
asking The Critical Questions, the hard Q’s
finding his answers where they may be
in a song, poem, or readings of the great works
perhaps in some direct act of a caring sort
observing when life reached that occasional pinnacle
where truth junctured with an intensitycombined with spontaneous, deliberate acts of kindness
produced those moments of humanness
that people remember and talk about for years later.He remembered Berlin all his life.
His walking up to the communist wall of Checkpoint Charlie
seeing the machine gun in the guard tower
ranging his steps, following his direction
(his Mother standing there wanting to scream)
as he gently removed a loose brick
from the wall just by The Enemy’s gate
even the western Military Policeman directing traffic
watched him step back away towards safety.Taking that red brick
an act out of a youthful sense of invincibility
became a brick in his own wall
the brick was in his study even now
holding a honored place on a shelf
near the volumes of philosophy
becoming a power cell in the course of his life
a light shining into the darkness
showing what it means to be a real human in the world.Voting is closed
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Ray, this poem is so powerful and thought-provoking. I love your line about realizing that the suppression of men is a real thing. I feel like many people take our freedoms for granted, especially considering that this was not far in the past. It is so amazing that even in the midst of such strife, people find a way to show others kindness. Thank…read more
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glad you found some value in my piece…. Thanks for commenting,
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zooted_experienced submitted a contest entry to
Write a poem (or letter) about a turning point in your life 9 months, 2 weeks agoFriend/Friendships
Titus ArmonEstablishing good friendships will take you far in life. Maybe places you haven’t thought of. More times than not, they’re good to have, which starts with you.
Having good people in your life requires you to be the same kind of person. A person that cares, a person that’s genuine, that person that’s supportive, and also a good friend requires honesty(just to name a few).
Just being there for someone is a great way to help build a friendship. And being good to them while you’re there is even better. Listening, hearing them out and allowing them to vent to you. Not being so critical of judgmental, but open and honest with them about the things that may come. Everyone needs love and support in life and friends are good to have for such things.
Big things doesn’t always have to be done in life and especially friendships, but the little things are a lot of times all we need. The little things say so much in a friendship. They can show support, love, and even acceptance. Whether it’s giving that person advice, inviting that person to an event, or just checking on them and seeing how they’re doing. Reminding them that they’re valuable. That can go a long way for a friendship.
So remember what it takes to be a good person and to be a good friend. Remember that others have feelings and lives as well, not just you. And remember the value of a good friend, so that you can be of good value yourself.
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Titus, you are so right that in order to be surrounded by good friends, you have to be a good person yourself. You won’t see many selfish or condescending people surrounded by friends that love them. Instead, those people are often alone with only superficial relationships to sustain them. Being a good person makes people want to be around you, e…read more
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kortkort submitted a contest entry to
If you could send 1 message you’ve learned to every person in the world, what would it be? 9 months, 2 weeks agoAuthenticity
Kortney R GarwoodLiving your authentic self is being true to who thou art
True to your core and true to your heart
True to the real you that dwells deep within
Not to the opinions of others that try to seep in
For you are the one living THIS life
Claim it, own it, and let it take flightPlace high value on the qualities that make you special
Standing tall in your truth as you own what is yours is your vessel
Embrace the differences that set you apart from others
Apologize not to those who act as your judgesMeeting the expectations of others is par for the course
Why not stand for what you truly believe and use your voice
Genuine, real, certified, and true
All are qualities that authenticate youPortray your authentic self
It should be as natural as taking a breath
You weren’t meant to fit in a box constructed by others
You are you
A one-of-a-kind and like no otherVoting is closed
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Kortney, I LOVE this! Being unique is so important!! You only live once, so why live the same life as someone else?! I adore your perspective on this and I wish more people could hear what you are saying. Keep up the great work ♥♥
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Thank you! I totally agree with what you’re saying as well. We only have one life!
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Titus Armon shared a letter in the
Poetry group 10 months, 1 weeks agoHurricane
Titus ArmonBroke my limbs and tore my spirit
As I walked and smelled debris
I could barely talk
Was hard of hearing
Even lost feeling in some places
Some places still looked nice
But they were broken
Why am I the chosen
To see these things
To be unfazed after the truth
After the storm and troops
Everyone is gone
No sound but mine
Where do I go and be fine
Limping on distraught knees
Existing with little breathing
I continue…
Down the wary roads
As I see the smoke
As the rain provokes
My will elopes
And I continue…
Through the Hurricane-
Titus, this captures your emotion so well and in such a visual way. I am sorry you are going through a hard time. This piece reminded me of a quote: “When you are going through hell, keep going. ”
Sending hugs. <3 Lauren
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Titus, what an inspiring poem! You have endured so much and I am so proud of you for persevering even at your lowest times. Great poem and a great message.
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James/Maintain4life shared a letter in the
Poetry group 10 months, 3 weeks agoThis post is viewable by the Unsealed community only.
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maintain4life submitted a contest entry to
Write a poem about a dream (or goal) that came true 10 months, 3 weeks agoThis post is viewable by the Unsealed community only.
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James/Maintain4life shared a letter in the
Poetry group 10 months, 3 weeks agoThis post is viewable by the Unsealed community only.
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maintain4life submitted a contest entry to
If you could send one message you learned about life to every person in the world, what would it be? 10 months, 4 weeks agoThis post is viewable by the Unsealed community only.
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charmainecasimir submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to your younger self sharing what you love most about him/her 11 months agoYou Did Not Know!
Charmaine CasimirDear Chardy Pooh,
Chardy Pooh you did not Know!
You were so brave, You did not even know how much!
You stood up for self-value. Even when you did not know you were.
You stood up for being different!
You did not know that.
You stood up for peer pressure.
You did not know that.
You stood up for love.
You did not know it.
You stood up for hope.
You did not know it.
You were a strong person who stood for people, rights, love and acceptance!
You did not even know it. You did not know, you had anything to love about yourself. You did not know you had anything to be proud of. That’s why you almost did not write this letter. You did not know, but now you know! You had something to love! Something to be proud of!
I love and am so proud of you Chardy Pooh!!!Thank you,
CharmaineVoting is closed
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Aww, Charmaine, this is so cute. It is so crazy to know that we can do so many things that we might regret, or depend on in the future! You truly never know what is ahead of you! So, always do what is best for you! Stay true to yourself, like you did as a child, and keep your head up! Great work ♥
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Hi Harper, thank you for your kind words!!! No, you never know what life has for you. I appreciate you taking the time to encourage me:)
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Agreed!! You are so welcome, I’m glad I read what you had to say!
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I am glad too! Blessings:)
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Omg, Charmaine, you had so much to be proud of! To be the child that is able to stand up for herself and others – that’s a born leader and that’s you. You are incredible, and I am glad you are realizing it. Thank you for sharing and thank you for being part of The Unsealed family. <3 Lauren
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Thank you Lauren:) I am working hard to keep realizing my worth!!!
I appreciate your beautiful words of encouragement and so glad/proud I am part of the Unsealed family<3
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cardman123 submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to or about a loved one who passed away and share how they inspire you 11 months, 3 weeks agoA Friendly Lesson
James FlaniganI’m a big guy,
But his hand swallowed mine whole
As he greeted me when we first met.
I would end up marrying his little sister.
As an only child,
I was thrilled to be part of a larger family,
Even if one of my brothers-in-law
Could crush me like a grape.
He was a mountain of a man
With a booming voice
And a hearty laugh.
A gentle giant living alone.
Never married.
Never dated much.
He certainly had friends,
But his family knew he wanted more.
A special someone
To ease his loneliness.
Not that I’m all that special,
But I should have done more with him,
As family and a friend.
Correction, anything with him.
I never reached out.
We were close to the same age.
I am sure we could have found common ground.
As I ruminate to the point of distraction,
My wife throws me a lifeline.
She mentions my career, children, friends, hobbies.
Although I had no time for her brother,
She suggests I wasn’t a bad guy.
Just busy.
She’s so sweet.
I’m fortunate she loves me.
I pretend to buy her argument
And return to my rumination.
When he got sick,
I finally did reach out
And took him to some of his appointments.
The doctors gave him time,
But they couldn’t give him health.
And then, poof!
He was gone.
Just like that,
Never to return.
Like a bad magic trick where the playing card,
Torn to pieces by the magician,
Never reappears whole again.
My brother-in-law left behind
Memories I consider incomplete,
For they should be more abundant and eventful.
Like the time we should have gone bowling,
Or to the movies,
Or just hung out together.
I’m grateful he left me something.
A lesson.
To reach out.
To connect.
To make memories.
To be a better friend.Voting is closed
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Whenever we lose someone within our inner circle, the first thing people tend to do is ask “What if”. I know I have done it and the people around me have done it too. As hard as it is, you can’t ruminate on what wasn’t done. Cherish the moments you did have and don’t punish yourself for the moments you didn’t. He sounded great and you do too.
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Thank you for your kind words.
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charmainecasimir submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to or about a loved one who passed away and share how they inspire you 11 months, 4 weeks agoDear GRAND-Tee
Charmaine CasimirDear Grand-Tee,
I really miss you sometimes.
I wonder without you what I’m supposed to be.
To be myself you made me believe, you helped me to see all those things before me.
I know, I believe, I can achieve.
You are my true friend and you are in my heart forever.
You will always be my forever.I never thought in my heart, we would not see forever.
To my life here tomorrow, I have a future because you were there.
I can not go sometimes without crying and even laughing.
I miss you every day. I’m so glad you were here to give me encouragement along the way.
You always gave me a chance, gave me a cheer.
Today is a good day to say Hi Grand-Tee.
I’m so glad you were here.
Even now I feel your sweet love from the grave.
My love, you had to be!
Grand-Tee you made me feel so praiseworthy!
You keep me strong!
You made me hope!
I wish you were here so you can see what has opened..
It is amazing, it seems like you were gone so long.
But in my heart, you can never be gone!
I miss you, I love you.
You are my forever friend, so glad I had.
Because I needed someone to depend.
Tomorrow is gone. Today you are here. Tomorrow is for us.
One day we’ll be together again as a team!Love you always,
CharmaineVoting is closed
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This was a lovely letter to your Grand-tee and I loved reading it. It can be so hard to lose such a monumental figure but I am glad you are persevering. Keep writing and keep healing.
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Thank you so very much! Yes, it is hard. I appreciate your kind words, so thanks again for your warm thoughts:)
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This filled me with love for my own Grand tee and yours. Keeping writing!
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Thank you so much:) Appreciate it! You keep writing and inspiring as well! Blessing:)
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Aww Charmaine, I am so sorry for your loss. This story reminds me so much of how I felt about my Grandpa. It is amazing to have someone who sees how great you can be before you even realize it yourself. This piece is beautiful. I know your Grand-Tee is very proud. <3Lauren
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Lauren, I appreciate you so much!!!
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vizo2123 submitted a contest entry to
Write A Poem About Where And When You Feel Most At Peace 1 years agoMi Peace
Vision WTo feel the wind from the trees
& instantly smile
Surrounded by the love of life
My world
Mi Amor
The Butterflies i get to see her face i the sunlight
In the moonlight
Underneath the stars
That shine as bright
As her Smile
My heart has never felt such joy
Such peace to be with someone as beautiful & perfect as she is
She is home
My Other Half
My Darling ,Love Of My Life
With her my problems go away
My past doesn’t hurt so bad
When i am sad i think of her
& i am at peace
I could not imagine my life without her
Her Smile
Her Glow
The love i get just by presence
Her Touch
Her Words
By the way she looks at me
She is my happy joyful place
She not only has my heart
But consumes my soul
In every good way i could possibly think of
To my Peace
I love you with my all, My everything
Thank you for making me feel safe
For you to be my peace
Thank you for being there for meVoting is closed
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I hope to find a love like this at some point in my own life. I love the way you describe how your beloved makes you feel without relying on physical appearances which so many famous poems tend to do. Keep up the good work!
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When I met my fiance, I told my mom it felt like I just put on the softest, warmest, coziest slipper. The way you talk about your love reminds me of what I feel with my fiance. Thank you for sharing. <3 Lauren
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Thank youuu so much & im happy you feel like that with your fiance!!
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Aww, Vision, I love that you found a love so pure and wonderful. May your love always bring you both peace and happiness. Thank you for sharing with all of us what true love feels like. <3 Lauren
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Titus Armon shared a letter in the
Introductions, Icebreakers and Prompts group 1 years, 1 months agoNew Here
Hello everyone…I’m new here, but not new to writing. I’ve been having a hard time getting back into writing and being inspired to write or even get the urge. I’ve had small surges here and there lately…but maybe this site can help change that.
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Yess! Write from your heart and soul. Just let all your feelings all and just write. <3 Lauren
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Thanks Lauren. I understand. It’s just hard to get there sometimes.
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I think we’ve all had this issue at one point or another. This year I signed up for a writing challenge (write one poem a day for a year). While most of what I write either needs heavy editing or has no hope unless I completely re-write it, at least I have pieces to work from. One of my favorite sayings is that you can’t edit what isn’t written.…read more
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Following. I’ve also been having some writer’s block lately.
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Necia….I used to do some exercises like that. Maybe I’ll try some to help. I did complete something yesterday…and now I’m getting the urge to do something now. I usually only write when I’m feeling it or getting the urge…to be into it. I’m like that through and through. I can’t do much if I’m not into it. But now that I think about it…perhaps…read more
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I wish you the best and I’m here if you need anything! 😁
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Titus, Try taking all your most hateful angery thoughts and emotions and write them all on one side of a piece of paper. Then take all your best positive and good thoughts on the other side of the paper. Find the ones from both sides of the paper that you’re dealing with and going through in your present circumstances, and drawl lines connecting…read more
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Titus,
I used to write all the time. Then I didn’t. Now I write for work, and my desire to write my own ideas is waking up. The struggle is in the doing for me. My best ideas come when I’m working out. I started writing down the ideas, they wait for me to flesh them out. I do and I will do more.
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Hope you’ve been diving into writing lately and welcome to the best creative space ever! Is there anything particular that sparks an interest to write for you? I see your page only has 1 other piece. Hope all is okay 🙏🏽
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vizo2123 submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to yourself about what you love about this chapter of your life 1 years, 1 months agoThe Twenty-Second Chapter Of My Life
Vision. WHello world, I know you are probably wondering how’s life, what’s going on, what has been happening to me. We are beauty, We are one with ourselves without a doubt. Let’s begin to be in a world surrounded with true loving inspirational humans. To go through this chapter with no regret. I’m living life as time goes by with ambition, and conquering fears. I can be myself with no judgement. No fear or care of judgement from strangers who mean so little. I stand up for myself not so timid. Eighteen year old me was not ready for who i am today. I’m a published author now who knew that would be happen, I accomplished I’m very gratefully eccentric . I love myself finally after 22 years of not. I sang karaoke with the love of my life in front of an audience. I was confident I’m proud of that. I’m joyful, in love, and all i see are the beauty of everything around me. I met the most beautiful woman I’m spending the rest of my life with, She’s my always and forever & I couldn’t ask for anyone better than her. She’s my person, whom i can be vulnerable with always. To Mi Amor, the New job, The New opportunities , The New Special Memories I adore you. I’m looking forward to chapter 23!!! As we continue the journey, we now embrace life no longer dread it. I feel it, the wind from the trees everything so beautiful from the rustle of leaves, feel the ground beneath my fee ,the clouds moving slowly but surely, the stars shining brighter than ever before, to finally just get in touch with mother nature herself has truly been Exceptional. Who i am today & Who i was before i see the change ,the growth just to make it here. I know now that all the struggle & obstacles I’ve been through had to happen for me to be the beautiful, strong intelligent woman i am now & now i know that i have always been strong, I just couldn’t see the strength in me till now & for that i smile at this twenty-second chapter of my life.
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Vision, you are a beautiful and strong woman, and I am so glad you are enjoying and embracing all that this chapter has to offer. You are a true bright light, and your partner is very lucky just to know you! <3 Lauren
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Thank youu so much!! i appreciate it!
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kortkort submitted a contest entry to
Write a letter or poem to yourself about what you love about this chapter of your life 1 years, 1 months agoThis Chapter of My Life
Kortney R GarwoodMore Love, less strife
More confidence, less fight
The ability to just let things be.
Enabling my mind to stay clear and free.
Understanding that I don’t have to be the one doing everything.
Letting those that want to do, do their thing.
It’s not my call or opinions that matter,
I just want to embrace the differences of others in this chapter.Gifted with discernment,
I am able to see what is not good for me.
Whether it be people or things,
or the situations they may bring.
If it doesn’t sit right in my soul
or leaves me questioning “What is the goal?”,
I’ve learned to walk away
and go on about my merry and peaceful day.I hold no grudges and have no contempt.
From anxiety and hurt feelings, I just want to be exempt.
Besides, this chapter of life has no time for that part,
only room for good vibes and a kind, loving heart.In this chapter, some will be left behind.
This particular loss can be hard to define,
but in due time the weight of what once was will fade,
and the sense of unsettlement will soon be outweighed.
Through growth and learning the value of contentment,
all things meant for me suddenly become clear,
as those that are not will eventually disappear.In this chapter of my story, I now understand
that life doesn’t always have to have a plan.
I play the cards from the hand that life has dealt me.
Like the champion that I am,
I let my strategy be my ability to foresee.
I Live my life how I want to live it,
accepting all things good and rebuking resentment.
Heavily armed with the lessons that I’ve learned,
I realized that living in the here and now is what this chapter is about
So I will be ready and prepared for my next chapter…no doubt.Voting is closed
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OMG Kortney! This is soo good! I love this piece. It’s so wise and inspiring and it’s so creatively written. I love love love this part, “I hold no grudges and have no contempt.
From anxiety and hurt feelings, I just want to be exempt.
Besides, this chapter of life has no time for that part,
only room for good vibes and a kind, loving heart.”-
Thank you Lauren! Again….thank you for allowing me to be a part of this platform. It was been a very inspiring and therapeutic journey 💕
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