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5/16/2024 for Heart Gentle Eye Mindful sponsored by Unseeking Seeker

This morning, I took an early stroll And saw, before my eye, A spider upon his dewy web, Lit by sun rays from the sky. Sun and dew, created a rainbow hue From which the spider spoke: "Good morning, sir, I say to you, I'm glad to see that you awoke. Look upon this wonderful web Which I lightly stand upon. There are some things for you to see Before your time is gone. As all of us walk on threads like strings. We pluck them as we go. Our vibrations create noise or harmony For ourselves, and our sis and bro. Together, we can write a symphony As long as we're in tune, With gentle heart, and mindful eye, As we all commune. When we hurt someone, it reverberates. Don't think 'no harm is done.' Vibrations traverse the web and return to us. You see, we are all one. We, too, must be gentle with ourselves, As we must be with others. If we harm ourselves, it affects Our sisters and our brothers. If you think life is a single sum game, only win-lose or lose-win, Look deeper. You'll see lose-lose or win-win On this pretty web I spin. Don't be blinded by competition. Give your gentle heart a try, And watch the wondrous beauty unfold Before your mindful eye."

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Date: 5/29/2024 1:22:00 AM
Lovely words of wisdom! A very well knit poetry!! Congrats on your win!!
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David Crandall
Date: 5/29/2024 9:17:00 AM
Thanks Krish! I felt this prompt brought out a lot of good poems.
Date: 5/17/2024 6:32:00 PM
That’s wonderful David, “Don't be blinded by competition. Give your gentle heart a try, And watch the wondrous beauty unfold Before your mindful eye." - Very good advice…. Beryl
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David Crandall
Date: 5/17/2024 10:58:00 PM
Thanks Beryl! I thought it was pretty good for a spider too! ;-)
Date: 5/17/2024 5:59:00 PM
Why thank you Speaks Volumes! I feel flattered by your comments. Paid a visit to your page and like war pigs and the beautiful "if only you knew".
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Date: 5/17/2024 3:42:00 PM
This is wonderful. "As all of us walk on threads like strings. We pluck them as we go. Our vibrations create noise or harmony Together, we can write a symphony As long as we're in tune, With gentle heart, and mindful eye, As we all commune." These words are masterful David. BOL in the contest.
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David Crandall
Date: 5/17/2024 6:26:00 PM
Why thank you Speaks Volumes! I feel flattered by your comments. Paid a visit to your page and like war pigs and the beautiful "if only you knew".
Date: 5/16/2024 4:41:00 PM
well done for the contest...impressive rhymes; I also enjoyed imagery like: A spider upon his dewy web, Lit by sun rays from the sky. Sun and dew, created a rainbow hue I loved the intricacy of your poem. Best wishes with the contest, Sara
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David Crandall
Date: 5/16/2024 7:48:00 PM
Thanks Sara! I appreciate that. I particularly enjoyed writing this one.

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