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For I Can Move Mountains Contest sponsor Anoucheka Gangabissoon

Even when there’s snow on the roof I will have fire in the chimney I will keep a warm hopeful heart And a strong steady mind Determined despite my flaws To win it all Life love liberty My ancestors lived died in chains In hopes that I may live die free Their tears salted the earth As they walked with bloody feet No shoes but splendid souls Only the strongest survived That I may live so I can move mountains Learning that which can’t be taught Acquiring assets that can’t be bought I am the eagle flying highest When my enemy stoops the lowest And to reach my destination I can move mountains for others That only seem a pebble to me For my mind has broken it up Into many rocks and defeated Any negative thinking linking Mind over matter I will use my gifts my wits My back my **** whatever is My personal asset Grab it and run with it For my days are numbered I fear not death But aware I must clear the path Just as ancestors have I stand on raw shoulders And I am too a stepping stone When I move the mountain I don’t do so alone.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2024




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Date: 2/12/2024 9:37:00 PM
I really like the acquiring assets line. Great poem!
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Karen Jones
Date: 2/13/2024 1:34:00 AM
Thanks for reading Christopher so glad you like the poem.
Date: 2/12/2024 10:11:00 AM
my favourite hymn is Amazing Grace. I read about slavery and I feel disgusted with it. Alas slavery in a different manner still exists. Intense poem.
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Date: 2/13/2024 1:32:00 AM
Agreed and there is trafficking as well. Thanks for being so supportive dear Victor.
Date: 2/11/2024 4:23:00 PM
This is so good, Karen. And how you show how you don't do it alone, such a good line!
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Karen Jones
Date: 2/11/2024 5:05:00 PM
Aw thank you David!
Date: 2/11/2024 3:29:00 PM
Karen, your writing is both enlightening and aesthetically pleasing, showcasing vivid imagery. Your words exude a remarkable potency and elegance, truly exemplifying the depth of your literary prowess.
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Date: 2/11/2024 4:13:00 PM
Wow Sotto Poet that is such a nice compliment! Thank you for making my day with such kind thoughts! Love and light to you!
Date: 2/11/2024 3:53:00 AM
Soooo powerful and beautiful Karen….such strength in your words! Debx
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Date: 2/11/2024 4:46:00 AM
I appreciate that Deb! Hugs
Date: 2/10/2024 11:38:00 PM
Isn't it ironic how man takes away another mans freedom in the name of freedom. Enslavement has taken many forms in the modern world, but it does exist. Thank you for sharing this beautiful poem Karen, bitter memories, but a good read.
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Karen Jones
Date: 2/11/2024 12:12:00 AM
So kind of you to comment. Thanks Saleh Ben Saleh!

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