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For the Self Love Poetry Contest of Karen Jones

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"Nobody but God knows you better than you know yourself." By author Dear Self, What can I say to you about yourself that you are not already aware of? You’ve taken tests on personalities and know how good it is to have self-love. You’ve always known your strengths as well as flaws, and freely you’ll let everybody know just what they are if folks should care to ask. All your faults you’d share, in fact, blow-by-blow. But in a nutshell, here are the best traits describing you: forgiving, conscientious, loyal, kind, considerate, fun-loving, thrifty and authentic – not pretentious. Some traits of yours can be annoying to some people who are not so down-to-earth as you are, and you need to lightly tread with those who don’t appreciate your mirth. You are a rebel, but one WITH a cause because injustice you can plainly see though some do not see things your way at all, so sensitive to them you’ve tried to be. Sarcasm you were good at in your youth. You’ve had to tone that down a lot because today society is divisive. and seeming callous is one of your flaws. By now, the folks who understand you well should realize it’s only truth you seek. Keep staying true to who you are, dear self, while making sure to think before you speak.

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Date: 3/10/2025 12:40:00 PM
Andrea I enjoyed your ability to self advocate and take notice of your wonderful attributes! My favorite lines of your winning poem were, “But in a nutshell, here are the best traits describing you: forgiving, conscientious, loyal, kind, considerate, fun-loving, thrifty and authentic – not pretentious.”You certainly are a gem and I appreciate your support in my contest! Congratulations on your win!
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/10/2025 2:56:00 PM
Thanks so much, Karen
Date: 3/5/2025 3:21:00 PM
That is one big thunk Andrea.' I was thinking of Writing similar based at viewing myself in a Metaphorical mirror.' You have beat me to it! I enjoyed reading but I knew much already.' I wouldn't ask for a different Andrea BTW.'
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Date: 3/3/2025 6:41:00 PM
Andrea, a great synopsis of the kind and thoughtful person you are. I hope you continue to tune your thinking and reflect on your experiences so that you can feel pure joy in this short life we have. Smiles!!
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/5/2025 4:34:00 PM
Thanks so much, Duke
Date: 3/3/2025 9:20:00 AM
Dear Andrea, Ohhh! such a beautiful self-reflection, so honest, raw, and filled with wisdom. I love the way you embrace both your strengths and flaws with such authenticity. Your heart is so real, and I'm so proud of you. Keep being your amazing self! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/3/2025 9:38:00 AM
Thanks for being so kind. I wish I had put more of my flaws but the direction my poem was going in, it was winding down to the note I wanted to leave it on.
Date: 3/2/2025 8:22:00 PM
The lines "A rebel with a cause.....and keep staying true to who you are......." making the pen do justice.Like the poem.Best wishes.
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/3/2025 9:39:00 AM
Thanks. I am a rebel but I hold back a lot on FB for fear of offending my friends with opposite views
Date: 3/2/2025 1:48:00 PM
Well written and not afraid to share yourself Andrea. Good luck with the contest.
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/2/2025 2:48:00 PM
Thanks, Oliver
Date: 3/2/2025 1:35:00 PM
very insightful and well-written, andrea! i don't think i could describe myself as well as you've done here...
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/2/2025 2:48:00 PM
I was going to include my flaws too but then it would be way too long. Haha
Date: 3/2/2025 12:23:00 PM
Good insight, and thanks for sharing it with us.
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/2/2025 2:49:00 PM
Thanks, Mike
Date: 3/2/2025 11:20:00 AM
Glad it wasn't a Dear Jane letter. Thanks for sharing!
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Date: 3/2/2025 11:10:00 AM
- Not easy to describe yourself openly and honestly... the last two lines are something we should all think about... your description is great, Andrea :) - Good luck in the contest :) - hugs
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 3/2/2025 2:49:00 PM
It's easy for blabber mouths like me. Thanks, Anne-Lise.

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