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<center>“Dolce far niente: the pleasure of doing anything” ? Elizabeth Gilbert</center>

<center>Written: August 21, 2023
Dolce far niente Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Unseeking Seeker
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In a world that is constantly rushing and moving. There is an aesthetic to life that is quite soothing. Dolce far niente is an ideal state of mind to explore. Graceful thread—a stronghold of magical lore! With a cheerful expression on your face. We yield to the comfort of the embrace. A delightful trip in the midst of nothingness It's time to restore dull lack and lean emptiness. We savor our coffee while seated and slow. Not idle, but taking a break from life buzz flow. Reorganizing our vitality, unwinding our minds, Watching passersby, leaving our worries behind. We find comfort in being with those we love. A canonic delight of keeping one hand in a glove Time evolves, but we are glad and do not sigh. We'll only cherish—that time before we die. Observing the hum of life and its ebb and flow We echoed its cinch we let our concepts grow. Dolce far niente—where we may stroll and unwind Trying everything without being bored or blind. From coasts and seasides to the highest mountains, Embracing wonders of nature and all its fountains. No stress, no pressure; nothing matters. At this moment—we let plow off our tethers. We live in the present, with no hurdles to mention. Embracing the joy of pure, unadulterated attention In a world that's always rushing—always moving. Dolce far niente is the key to truly grooving. So let's bear a break, hinder down the pace, Savor the sweetness of life's gentle embrace. In this moment—where time looms still, We find the true essence of our will.

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I Am Anaya

Date: 9/25/2023 3:28:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Sotto Poet! "In a world that's always rushing—always moving. Dolce far niente is the key to truly grooving." I love that line! Hope you are enjoying September's end, ~Anaya

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/21/2023 5:37:00 AM

Congratulations, Lasaad!

Terry Miller

Date: 9/21/2023 1:30:00 AM

Another winner, great entry; congratulations.

Paige Hind

Date: 8/22/2023 2:53:00 PM

Ah, coffee dreams and introspective ones! Loved it!

Hiya Sharma

Date: 8/21/2023 11:09:00 PM

You definitely have described the true essence of actually 'living' life and cherishing every moment that comes in waves and caresses our hearts.. In this world of supersonic velocities and continuous changes, we need to stop, breathe, reflect upon ourselves and enjoy every moment to the fullest before life slips away.. Such a deep and breathtaking piece.. Love this so much, a favourite from you!!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/21/2023 4:53:00 PM

Amazing job with this theme. I expect to see it score high

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/21/2023 2:07:00 PM

Sotto, this is awesome, a perfect poem for the - Dolce Far Niente contest. I wish you well… Belle

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/21/2023 12:57:00 PM

What a wonderful write/story/picture. We all need rest from time to time.. Have a great day.............

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/21/2023 11:31:00 AM

SWEET LAZINESS. Good to rest at times. magnificent poem

Silent One

Date: 8/21/2023 10:48:00 AM

Deep and profound poem with an important message.. I really like how you delivered the moral of the poem and your use of vocabulary made it even better.. life moves so fast, if we dont stop for a minute we might miss it.... an excellent poem indeed..