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Hide not your scars They define you, explain you. Expose your imperfections With confidence; never hide your scars; Your soul radiates notwithstanding the scars Hide not your scars I see the beauty within you, still. I see light seeping through all the cracks On your soul. Don't keep them hidden Let the world also see. You radiate. Hide not your scars I see your true essence. I see all of you. You're fine just as is. Come to me, dear. Seek refuge in... My welcoming heart, imperfect, broken. Hide not your scars I see you, not your imperfections. I accept you. I embrace you. You're loved, in every way. You'll always be beautiful, to me. Hide not your scars A Freed Verse Poetry Contest Sponsored by Brian Strand Date submitted: 12/30/2022 Date originally written: 08/15/2021

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Date: 12/31/2022 7:00:00 AM
This is fabulous Edward. A beautiful sentiment in free verse. Just lovely! Congratulations on your win! :)
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/31/2022 12:21:00 PM
Thank you so much, Linda:-)
Date: 3/20/2022 5:09:00 AM
"Hide not your scars" - The title refrain and the whole poem is great. Beautifully written. Congratulations!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 3/20/2022 8:14:00 AM
Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)
Date: 9/2/2021 1:36:00 PM
Edward , beautiful and congratulations on your win in my Na Contest ~ peace and tranquility _ Constance
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/2/2021 2:13:00 PM
Thank you very much for the feedback and my placement, Constance:-) Most appreciated.
Date: 8/30/2021 9:48:00 PM
Beautiful, congratulations, Edward:)
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/2/2021 2:12:00 PM
Thank you so much, Jo:-)
Date: 8/30/2021 3:36:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! What a wonderful write. Love your line, "You're fine Just the way you are." Yes, scars and all. That is true love we all need. Have a blessed day.............
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/30/2021 7:30:00 PM
Thank you very much, Paula:-)
Date: 8/30/2021 8:52:00 AM
Your soul radiates, Notwithstanding the scars - Indeed, great truth. Great work!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/30/2021 7:30:00 PM
Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)
Date: 8/24/2021 8:46:00 PM
This resonated with me, Edward. I had to wear a halo brace for 10 weeks for a broken neck back in 2004, and still have faint traces of scars where the posts were put into my skull. They look like acne scars now, but I hope they can give hope to someone who has to go through that now. Keep poems like this coming!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/25/2021 1:54:00 PM
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback and visit, Jennifer:-) I'm glad this poem of mine resonated with you!
Date: 8/16/2021 8:03:00 AM
Beautiful ... a stunning write sparkling with tenderness. I love - so intimate. God bless you always, Love, Gina
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/16/2021 11:38:00 AM
Thank you, Regina:-)
Date: 8/15/2021 11:20:00 AM
Hello Edward, You should read this poem to someone close to you. it is a beautiful poem. You expressed yourself vey nicely. Blessings my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 8/15/2021 3:29:00 PM
Hello Edward, Enjoy yur evening my friend. Blessings.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/15/2021 11:55:00 AM
Thank you so much, Darlene:-) Blessings to you, too!
Date: 8/15/2021 10:42:00 AM
Beautiful writing, Edward. Your poem flows along so smoothly and fits the theme perfectly. I hope you get to read this to someone you love!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/15/2021 11:03:00 AM
Thank you very much, Milt:-) I'll read it to my wife!

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