An incorrigible hagengages my loneliness –like an assassin sniffing outany scent of vulnerability I am lowering standardsthis history of imprisonmentenabling inappropriate openings I cry for new perspectiveponder after boundariesintending to defend Like an unwanted bullseyeI am pursued on repeatmalice considering mea problem to be solved Who is this old womanwhose thoughts are daggerswho calls upon […]
I know that abyss –swallowed up as I waspunch-drunk on darkness Bled as I emerged,each reach a scrape –there was release too Revived now, I honourthat passage, recognizethe making of a woman. (Making of a Woman first appeared here, December 2021. Image: self portrait in ink)
One Woman's Quest II 
A beautiful post, VJ, hoping peace are with them. Lovely, smiling photos.
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Thank you.
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The essence of childhood. Love the expressions, VJ.
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Thank you!
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Lovely photos, VJ! Beautifully captured.
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THanks Amy
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VJ, you captured youth in such a beautiful way. They are adorable, and I hope they live in peace,
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I hope so too. thanks Eugi
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You are welcome, VJ.
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Stunning photos, VJ. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks Wynne
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VJ, you captured such beautiful faces and smiles. The post is lovely, and your photos are beautiful.
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Thank you!
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Smiles. (K)
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They’re so fortunate to have a childhood and be able to enjoy it.
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Amen to that
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What a joyful post, VJ — thank you! 🥰
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How wonderful! May their smiles never vanish.
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What we pray for all children. Thank you
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Great great photos. Smile like kid!
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They certainly put a smile on my face. Thank John.
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So happy to see these children living in peace and happiness.
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One small blessing. Thanks
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Beautiful kids! Best wishes to their families.
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Thanks Sarah. We attended a birthday for the twins that we hosted two summers ago, and Ric and I were in awe of how well the families are doing.
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You know I.V., there are many readers I believe who look at the photos, comment and move on. I sincerely hope everyone pauses to read as well as enjoy the images in your post. How marvelous that these youngsters so beautifully captured will have a life of peace. Absolutely loved this one. And by the way, your image of the little girl in face paint is amazing. It should be a magazine cover
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Thank you. In our little community, there are five babies, 10 elementary school children, and five secondary school students. These are the reasons parents fled war. Children inspire us all.
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Adorable children! May they grow in peace and love.
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Thanks I.V.
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That’s the resilience of youth. They carry no extra baggage
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So true, and so inspiring.
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Indeed it is.
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