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A Change of View Inside Myself

Childhood days knew frivolous fun. Nights brought fears one by one. Possessions were many we needed naught. My heart ached for the love I sought. Manicured yards brought flowers bloom. Inside myself was disaster’s loom. Unique and historic our house served a mission. Provided warmth; whipped into submission. Words whirled around like a centrifuge. God’s loving Son was my soul’s refuge. Escape came young, but I finished school. I learned to love and live the golden rule. © March 12, 2011 Dane Smith-Johnsen

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Date: 3/17/2011 6:55:00 AM
Congratulations Dane Ann on your win in the "A Change of View" contest sponsored by Michael J. Falotico. Love, Carol
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Date: 3/17/2011 6:11:00 AM
any congrat's Diane-Ann on your BIG WIN! Very heart-felt poem. Lainie
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Date: 3/17/2011 4:43:00 AM
This is a real beauty DA, you share so much in this write.. Congratulations on your win, love Wilma
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Date: 3/17/2011 4:12:00 AM
A wonderful poem so describing this super lady that you are. Many ongratulations for this win.
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Date: 3/16/2011 6:48:00 PM
Congratulations on your third place win with this great write!! Caryl
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Date: 3/16/2011 3:13:00 PM
Glad change went in the right direction. Well done and congratulations. Love, Joyce
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Date: 3/16/2011 2:28:00 PM
wow, you are going couplet by couplet giving stark contrasts. It sounds like a lot of hidden things took place. And not so much for the good. Your spirit prevailed, DAne Ann, and you are now someone who can make a truly wonderful home! congratulations.
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Date: 3/16/2011 2:20:00 PM
Congrats Dane Ann on your wonderful win in Michael's contest .. a beautiful write my friend.. enjoy your win with luv..
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Date: 3/16/2011 2:12:00 PM
A big congratulations on your win, dear friend. I love the unique introspective approach you took to Michael's contest. Love, Carolyn
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Date: 3/16/2011 1:57:00 PM
Congratulations on the third place win in the contest of Michael, Dane
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Date: 3/16/2011 1:48:00 PM
Congrats my dear Dane on your win in my contest...thank you for your support...love Michael
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Date: 3/13/2011 2:10:00 PM
Very touching indeed....Very and I Thank You very much....Judy
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Date: 3/13/2011 9:10:00 AM
Yes, it is hard for any child to grow up in a hostile environment. I'm so glad you found your way to the light, Dane. Love you! Did you read the tribute I wrote to you? If this is for Michael's contest, I wish you success. Love, Carolyn
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