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Since I've resolved to laugh at life- find humor in its flaws, and realize that stress and strife are shaped by worldly laws; Since I've resolved to compromise with dreams that can't come true, yet listen to my inner cries- to follow those anew; Since I've resolved to meet the test of strengths by which I live- and always do my honest best to trust and to forgive; Since I've resolved- my love to share with every kin and friend, set time aside to listen, care- their sorrows ease, transcend; Since I've resolved to ply my skills expressed through words and art, feel the sweet joy each piece fulfills- to share my thoughts and heart; Since I've resolved that time on earth is but a short-lived stay- fine-tuning for my greater worth neath heaven's golden ray; Since I've resolved to set life free- embrace it- scarce or rife. I now accept, with joy to see- the meaning of my life. May 25, 2019 ~3rd Place~ Premiere Contest: Rotate Consciousness Polarity Sponsor: Unseeking Seeker Judged: 11/11/2022 ~2nd Place~ Contest: Writing Challenge 2 - A Poem Meaningful Sponsor: Dear Heart - Wisshkobi Ode Judged: 11/20/2019 ~5th Place~ Contest: The Meaning of Life Sponsor: Chantelle Anne Cooke Judged: 05/29/2019

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Date: 11/18/2022 11:41:00 AM
Beautiful! Congratulations!
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Date: 11/11/2022 6:46:00 PM
A superb write, Sandra ~ I see that it has won in a previous contest too. Beautifully penned, hypnotic almost and what a message! Warmest congratulations on your podium finish
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Date: 1/5/2020 6:48:00 PM
Sandra, I always love reading your "skills expressed through word and art" and this one is so wonderful. As always, your cadence is spot-on and your words and rhymes so carefully chosen. Stanza 6 is a fav, as is this whole poem. Love the graphic, too. Congrats ~ John
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/12/2020 3:01:00 PM
John, I am so thankful for your visits and your positive, complimentary comments which are so uplifting and so much appreciated! Thanks again, Sandra :)
Date: 1/4/2020 7:37:00 PM
Sandra congrats on your placement my friend!;)
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Sandra Haight
Date: 1/12/2020 2:59:00 PM
Thank you again, Brenda! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 11/20/2019 3:47:00 PM
Sandra congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this beautifully penned poem !
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Date: 11/21/2019 8:47:00 AM
Thank you, Constance! Hugs, Sandra
Date: 6/20/2019 9:21:00 AM
Wonderfully penned, Sandra. God bless!
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Date: 6/12/2019 1:07:00 PM
Such a beautiful poem you have written Sandra! Loved reading it. -Smita
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Date: 6/6/2019 8:52:00 AM
that was such a beautiful poem. I loved it.
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Date: 6/5/2019 8:19:00 PM
Sandra, I've been away from PSoup for quite some time and this is one of the first poems I've read that (IMHO) is truly a WONDERFUL poem and hands down, NUMBER 1 in my book. I love it and applaud you for the writing. God bless & all the best, Terry
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Date: 6/5/2019 5:53:00 PM
Hello Sandra Haith, great poem. Have a nice evening my friend.
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Date: 6/5/2019 8:32:00 AM
Wonderful!
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Date: 6/5/2019 8:28:00 AM
A pleasure to read, Sandra. So beautifully penned. ...Fran
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Date: 6/5/2019 1:56:00 AM
Sandra, I love your conclusion. I read talents only. Thanks
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Date: 5/30/2019 8:58:00 AM
This write is special Sandra, I think my first fave from you, congrats on a worthy win!
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Date: 5/29/2019 10:40:00 AM
Wow. A FAVE for me. Congrats on your well deserved win, Sandra.
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Date: 5/29/2019 9:40:00 AM
You and I share such similar beliefs as revealed thru our respective poetry. I must/want to FAV this for it deeply resonates with me, plus the writing is absolutely first rate, perfectly Sandra and I love it. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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Date: 5/25/2019 4:09:00 PM
Wow! This poem is amazing! I am putting this in favorites to read again. So much meaning, flows smoothly. Well written :)
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