Calm of Waters

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clear
waters
ripple down
like lace  finery-
circling hedges bathed by sprays of pearled mist

how waves' rhythmic symphony grants relief
as  gush of  calm
quells pained soul--
healing
me



For Eve Roper's Contest: Double Tetractys 3
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9/29/2020

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Date: 10/7/2020 2:43:00 PM
Congrats on your winning work. Way to go for the contest. Sara..I like the end about healing me. Running water has ions that are healing for sure.
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Date: 10/2/2020 5:59:00 PM
Thank you for participating in the Double Tetractys 3 contest, Nette. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve"
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Date: 10/2/2020 7:52:00 AM
- Beautiful symphony, Nette :) - Congratulations on your third place in the contest :) - Have a wonderful weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 10/2/2020 6:09:00 AM
Nice one Nette. Very beautiful. Congratulations on the win! Linda
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Date: 10/2/2020 3:40:00 AM
Beautiful use of words. The poem was a pleasure to read. I agree, a flowing river, can create peace. Thank you Nette for sharing the amazing poetry.
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Date: 10/1/2020 9:48:00 PM
Nette, it’s such a pleasure to return and offer you my congratulations on your wonderful win with this exquisite poem. It is even lovelier with a second read. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 10/1/2020 9:48:00 AM
Hello Nette, oh Nette, this is a beautifully created poem. I feel the same way about water. The sound of the waves heal me. :ooling at the water heals me. Enjoy your day my friend. hugs.
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Date: 10/1/2020 12:25:00 AM
Wonderful, Nette, you paint magic with your words:)
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Date: 9/30/2020 11:16:00 AM
Beautiful done, Nette--splendid nature images permeate your words.
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Date: 9/30/2020 10:16:00 AM
So well composed Nette, I wish you good luck in the contest. Tom
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Date: 9/30/2020 9:15:00 AM
Ohh, your poetic pen so gracefully takes my breath away, Nette. Such exquisite tender expression. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes to you, dear poetess and friend.. ~Susan
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Date: 9/30/2020 6:44:00 AM
A gentle embrace of the spirit. Beautifully done, my friend. God bless you
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