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Karen Howells's avatar

I am one of the many who is new writing poetry. Initially inspired by Graham, supported by his wonderful Time Has Come community and especially inspired and supported by you, my dear friend Cathey Cone. I'm so happy that this is a calling for you and know your calling is very much appreciated 🤗💕

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Cathey Cone's avatar

Karen, your words here really do mean the world to me. I sometimes wish I had listened to my calling sooner, but God's timing is always perfect so it was meant for this time and place. I'm so blessed every day by reading the writings of so many I have come to love and appreciate as they share their beautiful thoughts. What a gift creative community is!

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Lucinda Jolly's avatar

People have heard so much from other people about who they’re not they can’t hear their inner voice about who they truly are. Teachers can be helpful but they can be opinionated too. We all suffer from insecurity sometimes. Thanks for your encouragement.

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Cathey Cone's avatar

This collection of poems from all of us shows that we are all capable to share our innermost thoughts in beautiful and creative ways. I'm so glad you share yours!

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Pamela Eisen's avatar

Poetry is my link to my deepest feelings and longings, within. Each time I put pen to paper and listen to the hushed rythmns pouring out from my heart, I feel a fresh renewal of purpose, and a love for all that is.

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Diane's avatar

I absolutely love your poem and am able to resonate with it. I wish I had any ability to write. I have no idea where even to begin. Thank you so much for sharing!!

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Cathey Cone's avatar

Thanks, Diane - so glad you enjoyed the poem. To begin you just begin. Just jot down what's on your mind - whatever you see and feel. Don't be hung up on whether it's a poem or not. I think it helps to read a lot of poetry and see what resonates with you. Poetry is all as different as we are. 🤗

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Teresa Montgomery's avatar

I just want to say a big thank you to both you and Graham for the encouragement to start writing poems. If not for the Challenge and your support and encouragement I would never have thought I would be writing poetry and definitly not having one published. So THANK YOU.

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Cathey Cone's avatar

It makes my heart happy that you have persisted in something you aren't totally comfortable with. I love your poem in the book and others that you have written as well. If I joined Graham in encouraging you, then I am honored.

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Teresa Montgomery's avatar

You certainly did encourage me.

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Teresa Montgomery's avatar

Also love the poem.

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Gloria Jean Brewer's avatar

I can’t wait to hear each of your experiences. Thank you for sharing.

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Cathey Cone's avatar

Thanks for your support, Gloria!

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Aimee  Kenyon's avatar

Beautiful poem! Thank you for sharing.

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Cathey Cone's avatar

Thank you, Aimee! Glad you enjoyed the poem.

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Elizabeth de Pancorvo's avatar

I love reading you, because I always find in your writings a lot of inspiration. I appreciate the way you support and encourage us. ❤

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JOAN CIMYOTTE's avatar

Wow! Beautiful poem.

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