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             Stoicism As Way of Life

Contest Judged:  11/28/2023 12:54:00 PM
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2nd Place

In Stocism’s embrace, we find our guide A time where strength and grace collide Amid life’s storms, with steadfast heart Temperance is the place to start Wisdom and courage a noble creed A tranquil solace in our need In virtue’s path, with measured stride With joys and sorrows, side by side In every trial, the joy we face A stoic life, our constant grace Zeno’s talk of nature’s laws Describes our life without the flaws An adverse wind may fiercely blow A stoic heart with steadfast glow Through highs and lows, emotions tethered In stoic wisdom, resilience gathered

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Date: 12/1/2023 7:30:00 PM
Congrats on a well deserved win.
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Andy Chunn
Date: 12/1/2023 7:45:00 PM
Thank you Andrea. Your acrostic was on target as well. Nicely done!
Date: 11/29/2023 9:17:00 AM
- Congratulations on your win in the "Stoicism As Way of Life" contest...great writing, Andy :) -
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Andy Chunn
Date: 11/29/2023 7:21:00 PM
Right back at you.....as I enjoyed reading your winning entry as well. Thank you - and best wishes for a wonderful holiday season!

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