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REFRACTING REFLECTIONS "Imagine a lovely garden, tea for two, and this story . . . " All the barriers broken down Nothing left to shelter it, Her heart now exposed The first time in years She has left it all bare, Unlike all the other times When the excuses piled up Before it even started “Why would you do things differently, this time around? She looked at me, with a puzzled face “I don’t know” was her reply Maybe I need to see what will happen If I let things be - Not let my fears be my principle decision maker just take the plunge, I might find that little rainbows Lead to bigger things Moments of happiness Or even love That has eluded me… Maybe I am ready now To embrace Not having control Over my emotions Whatever they might be - I looked at her, Holding back tears With just one wish, That I would be as brave As her one day, That the mirror image I see, be Reflective in me Maybe that day is closer Then what you might think The echo came - It may only be a breath away… Refracting Reflections By Wilma N. Neels Contest Name : I Fancy another Sad Poem Date: 15/08/2011

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Jack Horne

Date: 8/23/2011 12:47:00 PM

I haven't been on Soup for a day or so and have just seen all the contest results I've missed! Please excuse this quick message of congratulations - well done on all your wins : ) lfde

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 8/23/2011 8:35:00 AM

Congratulations on your placement in Constance's "I Fancy Another Sad Poem" contest Wilma. I am honored to be on the winners list with you. Love, Carol

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/21/2011 11:33:00 AM

wow, this is wonderful, Wilma. Very well crafted. Congats on your win. Luv, Andrea

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 8/21/2011 11:17:00 AM

Congrats Wilma on your wonderful win with this elegant entry luv.. now where did Nolene go? enjoy as we are on vacation enjoying the hot Florida sunshine for two glorious weeks with three grand babies.. oh so fun..luv..

David Williams

Date: 8/21/2011 5:50:00 AM

hey Wilma congrats on your win David

John Freeman

Date: 8/20/2011 9:53:00 PM

A well narrated sintement, Wilma. I enjoyed the wisdom. Agape, Moses

Emma Mantle

Date: 8/18/2011 4:01:00 AM

A beautiful write. Enjoyed this piece, very thought provoking. Why are we so afraid to let things be, instead of keeping tight control all the time? Well penned, best wishes Em :)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/16/2011 5:13:00 PM

stunned, wilms.. a reflective mode that pierces the senses!. winning's best..:) huggs, nette

Jack Horne

Date: 8/16/2011 2:21:00 PM

I love this deep and powerful write, Wilma. Is Nolene your real name? I only guessed it was you initially by the lfde : )

Kash Poet

Date: 8/16/2011 9:04:00 AM

Very touching write....Best wishes....I didn't know you are Wilma....

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 8/16/2011 4:46:00 AM

Wilma, I think you said it all very eloquently in "Let not my fears be my principle decision makers." Whoever this woman was, she helped make you the optimistic, upbeat and loving person you are today. Please tell me how you do the italics. I keep asking and no one responds. Surely this will do well in the contest! Winning wishes for you, Love, carolyn

Michael J. Falotico

Date: 8/15/2011 6:19:00 PM

I like th message and the meaning throughout deep insight into the creative poet you are....miss u :( love Michael

Audrey Haick

Date: 8/15/2011 2:00:00 PM

Peering into one's soul, searching for an answer is always a good thing, Wilma.. This is beautifully written! Best wishes for the Winners' List! Love, Annalise

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 8/15/2011 1:00:00 PM

A most interesting introspective piece this is, Nolene (I had to smile when I saw you changed your name, ok not change since it is your name, I mean posted your other name, ah you know what I mean!) -- I really like how you write here of your inner thoughts and reflections, and hmm I think that this time around, you do take that chance, I wish you the best & yup I know you are brave, missy! ;) mwahugs!

Theresa T

Date: 8/15/2011 8:37:00 AM

I really like this part: "Not let my fears be my principle decision maker just take the plunge, I might find that little rainbows Lead to bigger things" Thanks for sharing your beautifully written poem.