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Framed art and photos on the Johnsons’ walls depict the beauty of four generations~~ awards, graduations, baptisms, weddings, holiday scenes, birthday celebrations. . . . One needs no explanations for these. The image of two lovely white swans stands out. Their gracefully curved necks form a complete heart. Why is this artwork there for all to see? The golden wedding anniversary reception, planned by the Johnsons’ grateful children, was unforgettable. Dozens came with gifts and kind words that night. The oldest son’s comments were short and sweet. On behalf of the family, he poetically and movingly described how those cuddling swans symbolized their parents, whose deep commitment, based on love, had sustained them and their family for half a century.

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Date: 9/11/2023 12:13:00 AM
Janice, beautiful poem and congratulations on your win in my contest, Constance
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Date: 8/27/2023 9:28:00 AM
Back with congratulations. I enjoyed reading your lovely write again. Have a blessed/great day.............
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/28/2023 6:07:00 AM
Thank you so much, Paula. Janice
Date: 8/26/2023 9:49:00 PM
"The image of two lovely white swans stands out. Their gracefully curved necks form a complete heart" - Great writing. Congratulations!
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/28/2023 6:06:00 AM
Christuraj, THANK YOU so much. Janice
Date: 8/26/2023 11:20:00 AM
Back with hearty congratulations on your contest win with this lovely poem, Janice.
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/28/2023 6:06:00 AM
Lasaad, thank you so much. Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 3:31:00 PM
Janice, your words are beautifully crafted, evoking a deep sense of nostalgia and fondness for cherished moments. The way you vividly reminisce about those precious fragments of life is akin to discovering priceless gems that embellish our existence. Your comment on my page has left me grateful and appreciative.
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/24/2023 9:55:00 AM
Lasaad, thank you for this wonderful response to my poem! Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 12:04:00 PM
A lovely write. Sounds like a great event. I enjoyed it. "Good Luck" I also did this one. Have a great day.............
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/23/2023 1:25:00 PM
Thanks so much, Paula. Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 9:45:00 AM
True love lasts throughout the years, Very nicely penned Janice
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/23/2023 1:25:00 PM
Thanks so much, Joseph. Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 9:27:00 AM
Wonderfully reminiscing in treasured memories, Janice. Those pieces you describe are keepsake jewels that adorn our life.
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/23/2023 1:24:00 PM
Thanks so much, Vijay. Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 9:03:00 AM
It is good to see parents receive such wonderful tribute.
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/23/2023 1:23:00 PM
Thanks so much, Victor. Janice
Date: 8/23/2023 2:22:00 AM
Your Free Verse is beautiful Janice, so is the love you’ve expressed from the photographs on the wall - they say it all… Belle
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Janice Canerdy
Date: 8/23/2023 7:06:00 AM
Thanks so much, Belle. Janice

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