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6/1/2026 for Poetic Reply Poetry Contest sponsored by Nette Onclaud 

Here, with Trees - Paz

Dear Octavio 
You are not lost 
Or alone. 
Listen.
The trees themselves have souls
As do the creatures
In their shade.
The forest itself has a soul.
This is where
You find yourself.
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Goldsmith Avatar
June 2, 2026 at 12:58 PM
I enjoyed reading this wonderful write. Great Ending... "Good Luck" I did, "The Trees Know - PAZ." Have a Lovely/Blessed Day Writing Away............
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June 3, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Thanks, Paula!
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