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Read MoreAn ordinary hot summer day Greedy flames lick at my body I am trapped in a sea of fire Chains of blazing flames tie me up Poems and stories on my mind There is no way to write them down My fingers don't obey my...
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Thanks a lot for reading and writing such a kind and encouraging comment, dear Peter!
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I love your wording. Well done!
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1001 times thank you for your appreciation, dear Adagio!
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Each our own battles distract from another’s. Thank you for sharing yours to deflate the the imagined importance of mine. 🌼
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Thank you so much for reading and sharing your opinion in your kind comment, Joe!
In the beginning I put much effort in hiding my disease and pretending that nothing was wrong. I felt so ashamed! Meanwhile I know that there is nothing shameful about disability and dependency. As you say, everyone has to carry their backpack containing good and bad things with the purpose to teach us a lesson
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![Profile picture of Damian DeadLove]()
Powerfully penned, Elke. Your imagery is precise, amazing write my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
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Thank you so much for reading and commenting! Your kind and valuable support is always highly appreciated!
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You’re actually an inspiration to others with this writing. Many hate their lives and wish they could change. Trough the mundane tasks of life they complain and never show gratitude for how lucky they are.
Your struggle is a real one that only the strongest can endure. I hope life gets better for you somehow.
No need to respond.
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Wow Tim! I had never expected to read such a great and understanding comment to my writing! Of course I have my struggles with my condition. But I am also convinced that every problem presents us learning tasks. When we accept that challenge, we will be stronger and maybe a little wiser. To go through life with an open heart and lots of gratitude for all the wonders and blessings all around us was one of the lessons I have learned. And – everyone has their struggles and fights. Suffering is no competition. In the end, aren’t we all walking each other home?
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Elke, Ich liebe es! Suffering from a disability myself, I can relate to the struggle. Our writing, however, makes you and me beat the disability and we come out as inspirational in our work. Sehr gut, Elke!
Daniel
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Your comment is mind-blowing and touches me deeply! You are so right, we can eithér give up and let the disease win or learn from it and transform the suffering into writing. Life has to offer many gifts despite of illness and disability. Maybe we appreciate them even more.
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Hello Elke,
Sorry I’m writing such a late review here. Your writing has always intrigued me. Your words captivate and mesmerize me. This poem shows your strength and determination to move past this debilitating disease and strive for what your heart and soul truly feels. Beautifully written, with such amazing detail.
Bravo Elke
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Thank you so much for your kind comment, dear Keith! It means a world to me! xoxo
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I wish that I could somehow quench the flames that torment you, if only for a few hours…💞
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Awe!!! Your words touch me deeply, dear Jím!
Know what? Your positive intention reached me across the miles. I feel good right now! xoxo
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Dear Elke, I love that I can make you feel good. I wish to do that often. Whenever you want…
Jim 💕
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Powerfully penned, Brenda. Very introspective write my friend, sometimes hidden in the grief, we find what’s needed to move forward. Appreciate you.
Damian
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hello dearest Damian thank you graciously for the love on this write it’s deeply appreciated 💕
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Read MoreI knew it was over… the day your hand lay lifeless in mine. That sudden goodbye and that iciness you shared. Glares… not beautiful gazes. Sharing hands with a corpse then made it a wintry day. It was a shimmering...
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Powerfully penned, Daniel. Can feel the weight of this write my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
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Your poem is so beautiful and sad, Daniel!
‘Sharing hands with a corpse’. This speaks volumes, and cuts like a knife. As always, your work is beautifully written with a masterful use of imagery, brilliant!-
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Ja, ich schreibe wunderschön mit einer meisterhaften Verwendung von Bildern, Elke. Ich denke gerne, dass meine Arbeit brillant ist, aber ich weiß noch nicht, ob ich ein Meisterautor bin. Nächstes Jahr werde ich einen fertigen Roman haben und ich bin nervös. Hahahaha!
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Read MoreThat teardrop shape of my light! A glow with many shadows cast. The vaulted heavens above catch the long thread of smoke rising when my candle flame’s pinched. My smoke pools and condenses as my blackened wick cools. The teary streams of wax dry and my tears...
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Beautifully penned, Daniel. Love the layers and imagery my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
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Read MoreYou've been so bravefor so long;it's OK to let go now.You don't know which way to fall?It's safe over here;if and when you are ready.
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Oh! This is good.
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Thank you. Keeping it real.
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Nice advise. Short but to the point and comforting.
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On point….you’d make a very good friend.🙏
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Powerfully penned, Ellie. Sometimes less is more, phenomenal write my friend. Appreciate you.
Damian
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“If you fall, I will catch you, I’ll be waiting
Time after time.” — Cyndi Lauper.I listen to a lot of music and often find myself writing a response song or a continuation. I have posted a couple here.
You just have to be there in the morning and be there in the night change whatever’s wrong and make it right. — Olivia Newton John (paraphrased).
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Letting go can be the hardest part, and also the bravest.
Wonderful piece of advice.
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Elke….so glad you found the strength and words for this remarkable piece.
🙏