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Refolding the Paper Crane

I tried folding a paper crane again the other day and it didn't turn out right tracing back my folds, I knew I missed somewhere unfolding, re-creasing, refolding just tracing my fingers back fingers feeling the paper and beyond A three-minute fold times 10 now Even if I needed to do other things, I paid no mind, determined to fold that crane I had to get this right. I had to. Almost there... As it turns out, I only missed one step, --something to do with its wings, I believe... Amazing how a single step could be so important. Stretching its wings now, the paper crane soars proudly on my palm... So beautiful. In refolding this paper crane, I hope I never forget... Amazing how easily things slip from our minds, but more amazing is when our hearts Do remember. We remember, and then we Do something... ...I have hundreds of paper cranes yet to fold, it may be taking me far longer than what I had initially planned... but yes, you are in my thoughts, you are in my prayers... and I shall continue folding these cranes. ...I revel in the thought, for that moment, when I can send them flying towards the Sun... 0409/142012131a133/1139p1155

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Date: 6/23/2012 8:43:00 PM
I used to dothat stuff to and loved that emerged from all that folding. Great poem Niks, I wonder if kids do that sort of thing any more?
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Date: 5/12/2012 2:26:00 PM
One of the best reads I've read in a long long time. I've miss my Nikko The Sweet!! Hope your well luv. Hugs Michael
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Date: 4/25/2012 9:26:00 AM
Where are you? Are you okay? Please let us know. THis poem is lovely. You are cherished, Nikko, please know I think the world of you and that I vow to read more of my soup friend's poetry and give them the attention they deserve. Are you there? xox Cyndi
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Date: 4/24/2012 12:12:00 AM
Enigmatic paper cranes Nikko. I agree with you when we do remember and we do something...like today I cancel my planned vacation and donated those hours to my friend who is undergoing chemo. I really don't know what to say to her, I am really at a loss to say something when one is suffering...maybe do origami like you but I don't know how to fold papers... I hope you are doing just fine sending those paper cranes full of enigmatic thoughts to the sun beyond infinity! Love Dalila
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Date: 4/23/2012 9:59:00 AM
i love origami!!! i fold all kind of things dogs, squares, deer, butterflies, frogs. but you have to keep up practice.
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Date: 4/21/2012 12:42:00 PM
Totally with you on how forgetting one thing can make everything fall apart Missy and I enjoyed this journey you took me on.. Stunning ending as well.. Hope your weekend is a great one *mwahugs*
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Date: 4/20/2012 4:51:00 AM
nikko, I see you folding paper cranes very diligently. You've put your beautiful emotions in these lines and they do reach across, tenderly tugging at my heart.. can you post a picture of one paper crane,, (I went to see if there was one) and can we do some for you? Love and blessings...
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Date: 4/19/2012 7:38:00 AM
I love the message you transmitted in this sweet post.. Yes even folding a paper crane is important..cos everything in life happens for a reason..and sometimes we find reasons in the simple things we do... i love the ending too sweet Nikko... Charma
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Date: 4/17/2012 6:25:00 PM
by the way, what made you do this one? A contest? Or just something else?
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Date: 4/16/2012 11:48:00 AM
Wow...deep, enjoyed your poem my friend ;0) xoxo Laila
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Date: 4/16/2012 7:10:00 AM
awesome journey you take us on with this piece - a simple act that means so much more. love the ending :)
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Date: 4/15/2012 11:42:00 AM
beautiful piece, nikko - just love the thought of those paper cranes flying. many congrats on your wins
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Date: 4/15/2012 10:35:00 AM
well Smokey the cat liked my crane too and he chewed IT!! I'd love some oragami cranes!! L & L [PS don't drive yourself nuts over the iambic..get some in there but it's OK to start ..with a STRESS..]
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Date: 4/14/2012 8:58:00 PM
I have 2 from Japan folks fold them and give them as wee gifts!! [Debbie's humming as she waits for her sonnet..hum hum..a nice I TAL I an one..lalalaa] Light & Love
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Date: 4/14/2012 8:26:00 PM
WOW, deep and GREAT writing, Nikko. One of your best yet. What a grand message in this one. A FAVE.
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Date: 4/14/2012 6:40:00 PM
Very expressive and creative work..Sad to say life can't be unfolded and made right but will have those wrong creases permanently in its memory banks and emotional banks..I am glad that I chose this one to read today..Thanks for the kind review of my work...Sara
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Date: 4/14/2012 5:43:00 PM
Wow very crafty write.i enjoyed this much.
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Date: 4/14/2012 2:01:00 PM
an awesome visual delight.. as well as a tremendous write Nikko sweet friend..wishing I could board a paper crane right now and fly away..haha.. thankxx for sweet comments always luv..
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Date: 4/14/2012 10:24:00 AM
:-).. Paper cranes are difficult to create.. I have tried!! Although I can make a ring with currency..:-)... Well composed my friend, It is has been fun, I enjoyed this nice poem this morning.. Keep up the good work!!!...:JP)
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