I know a little girl,whose hair in ringletsfalls, unkempt from lackof brushing; who standswhen she should be sitting;who laughs with defiance whenchallenged, her dark eyes gleamingwith mischief; who holds her chin uphigh and stamps her feet, arms foldedin protest when she does not get her way. I see that little girl,have watched her play,with a […]
Ask me how I’m doingand I’ll say “fine”, notbecause I’m actually fine,but because “fine” is the onlysocially acceptable response. If I said that I have been lyinghere, for three hours now,willing my body to move,that would elicit unsolicitedadvice and tarnish my “fine”. I’d berate myself for breakingmy promise not to moan,knowing that complainingprovokes a compulsive […]
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A lovely verse.
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Thank you. I appreciate it.
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You’re welcome.
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Oh this is REALLY NICE.
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Thank you.
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Most welcome always.
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What wonderful tree photos you have shown us this week. Thanks V.J. 😀
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Thanks!
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The willow has a place in my heart also. One of my first paintings as young one, was of a willow in a winter scene. 🙂
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Such grace. I liked to sketch trees when I was younger. They never lose their appeal.
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apt description…Willow’s have a way of comforting!
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Yes, they do. Thanks Heather.
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ahh……..this brought back beautiful memories of the huge willow tree that was in my grandparents front yard.
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So glad you could resonate.
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🙂 bless you.
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Beautiful! I agree with you about those Willow’s! ❤
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Thanks!
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