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The Love Letter I Never Sent I wrote it with trembling hands, my heart ...

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Poem written for and submitted to "Rhyme Line" poetry contest, Brian Strand, sponsor, September 20, 2025

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I write, my heart spilling onto the page, for the alternative is the quiet death of unexamined days.
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Date: 9/20/2025 9:35:00 PM
So clear and compelling a message. I, for one, am taking it to heart. Thank you so much, Sara.
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Date: 9/20/2025 7:25:00 PM
deep and beautiful ~
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Date: 9/20/2025 2:47:00 PM
So true, Sara
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 9/20/2025 3:00:00 PM
thank you, Paige. enjoy your weekend, Sara
Date: 9/20/2025 11:28:00 AM
This is beautiful and certainly resonates. I hadn't realized Brian had already moved on to another. To, this should definitely place. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 9/20/2025 3:00:00 PM
thank you for your visit, CayCay. I just happened to look again at the contests at Poetry Soup just this morning and found this new contest. Thanks for your positive, affirmative comments about this poem, poetry hugs back to you, Sara
Date: 9/20/2025 11:15:00 AM
Oh! Dear Sara, your poem is breathtaking! A gripping piece that lingers in the heart and mind. Warmest wishes, my sweet poet friend.. ~Susan
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 9/20/2025 2:59:00 PM
awww, thank you, dear Susan. I appreciate your comments, they're so encouraging and upbeat. Wishing you a pleasant fall, hugs, Sara
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