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When the Shock Wears Off

The only thing to do is carry on And be a light that shines bright in the dark, Live love surrounded by a sea of hate, Give hope as antidote to crippling fear. Write poems, sing a song, make art, join hands With sisters in a circle. Do not fall In darkness and despair: this too shall pass, And we will stand and raise our voice again, And reason will prevail some better day. November 8, 2016

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Date: 11/8/2018 3:50:00 PM
Amen Agnes. Great job and a wonderful message. Love it. God Bless, JB
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Agnes Krampe
Date: 11/11/2018 8:37:00 AM
Thank you, Judy.
Date: 7/20/2018 8:40:00 AM
I see much strength in this poem, Agnes.
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Date: 11/26/2016 11:30:00 AM
A therapeutic write, eh? I think every poet in America penned one and I wish people would embrace the wonder in HOW MUCH we all cared vs. the apathy that has often shown up in elections. I relate and enjoyed your therapy. I look to your bright light and applaud your optimism ... CayCay
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Agnes Krampe
Date: 11/26/2016 9:08:00 PM
Thanks for your kind words, CayCay. Therapeutic - I don't know; I guess it was an attempt. Optimism? Not so much, actually.
Date: 11/9/2016 5:25:00 AM
One cannot but agree with Jan ... a great poem reflective of our feelings too ...
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Agnes Krampe
Date: 11/13/2016 4:50:00 PM
Thanks, Probir.
Date: 11/9/2016 3:07:00 AM
- I cross my fingers and toes .... and hope for a miracle - I repeat the words from, Jan "God bless us all" !!!!!!!!! - A great poem, Agnes - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Agnes Krampe
Date: 11/13/2016 4:50:00 PM
Thanks, Anne-Lise. There will be no miracle, I am afraid.
Date: 11/9/2016 2:27:00 AM
We didn't think Brexit would happen ... looks like lightning has struck twice - god bless us all. :-) hugs jan xx
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Agnes Krampe
Date: 11/13/2016 4:49:00 PM
Very similar, indeed. We need every blessing we can get.

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