hello beautiful Willow it seems we are on similar wavelengths as of late the world has made me cautious and fear overtakes… great write you are not alone ❤️

POWERFUL AND POIGNANT.

That phrase neglects something; It hides the trauma that stirred the mantra to be uttered. It doesn’t really make you stronger. It makes you “on guard”.
Your words ring true, Willow. Let it out and stand proud of it.

Into the book it belongs! Mic Drop, Willow. I got goosebumps! Appreciate you.

Damian

Mic drop!! felt this too deeply love..

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Like the joker said “Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stranger”. I think that’s a bit more accurate haha.

Great ink.

Amazing work, Willow. I find myself blushing and cursing myself for never looking at that slogan from this point of view. I gave no thought of that phrase being anything more than absurd for its stupidity. Not that I never knew the pain — or felt it from my father’s hand, or saw it when my mother lay upon the floor with one leg jutting outward at an odd angle. I think I preferred to ignore it, not from shame or ignorance, but because the pain is still there, buried deep within my mind, still sticking in the knife. Thank you for this.

Superb work.

Thanks, Thomas.

I’m with Thomas my friend .. this has got the Sam Dickens hallmark of excellence running write the way through it from one bloomin end to the other .. 🍎🍏🍏🍎😎👍 p.s. Apples indeed .. pull the other one .. Neville

Thank you, my friend.

Thomas this speaks to me of deep abiding beauty in a timeless land. The imagery of the robin just learning to use its wings taking flight on the Western wind is just sublime. Loved reading this tonight.

John

Awesome write, Thomas. It reminds me of Tangerine trees and marmalade skies.

Excellent Thomas 😎👍

Beautifully penned, Thomas. Speaking facts here, excellent write my friend. Appreciate you.

Damian

It flew though! Mine often slam into trees at least once. I love the way you gave the pen over & let it go

I agree with you, Thomas…that some poems actually write themselves, especially the ending, which I find to be quite surprising when the moment offers itself to me. I especially loved the eloquence and poetic nature of a “tangerine sky”. Wow, now why haven’t I ever thought of that? Good to have another transplant from the WC at the helm. Good seeing you, Thomas!

Good to see you. Thanks. Hello Poetry is another fantastic site.

enjoy your time… you deserve it

hello beautiful Fia you are so lovely enjoy your time ❤️

What a smashing bit o poetry you pinned here .. muchly enjoyed .. Oh’ n while I’m here, have a well deserved break .. Neville

Have fun!!!!!
And great work!

Recharge the batteries, Fia. Enjoy your vacation, Cuz. You definitely deserve it.. Appreciate you.

Damian

Go get the break you more than earned! We promise not to burn the place down in your absence. Seriously though, enjoy your Me Time!

I work a lot so when I get time I just want to post as much as possible haha. It can be rather addictive.

Great ink

This whole thing speaks the truth. That last stanza is spot on Peter.;))