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For Edward Ibeh's Pick-A-Title, Vol 53 - Poetry Contest/ July 8, 2025

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Most shadows are good. When light hits a tree, shade will encircle it. You can find relief from the summer heat by sprawling yourself on cool grass. Embrace shade as your friend. When shadows creep at night, let them, with stillness, lull you to sleep. At other times, shadows are metaphors for sinister things which envelop you like black fog. If they ensnare you, summon your faith; call upon God with all your might. Confronting shadows means stepping into the light of the Lord.

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Date: 7/8/2025 8:49:00 PM
Very pointedly inspirational ending, Andrea --- and the best approach there is. E.T. Her-ay
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Date: 7/8/2025 5:43:00 PM
Very inspirational and skillfully-composed, Andrea! Janice
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Date: 7/8/2025 4:12:00 PM
Let the light defeat the dark shadows. Very nicely penned Andrea
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Date: 7/8/2025 2:38:00 PM
Nice interpretation of 'shadows'. The poem's shape makes it eye appealing and beautiful to read.
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Date: 7/8/2025 12:19:00 PM
This is a new way of thinking! I really like this, I sometimes thought of shadows a friend, but... never thought of them as a protector. Beautiful. :)
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Date: 7/8/2025 9:54:00 AM
nice poem. It is very true.
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Date: 7/8/2025 9:30:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Confronting Shadows" write. Great Ending... Have a blessed day writing away..............
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