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A book is the beginning of a prayer born of hope, faith and love discovered within the pages of some writer’s glistening ink - quote by poet Dust piled in layers On books and anthologies, laying Silently along the shelves Where my thoughts would reveal Endless moments spent traveling Through page after page Of poetry and promises Pure, potent prayers Praising with ink Reading like an embrace To the heart and the soul Of one who knows that life Lived on the ragged edges Of a paperback dream Is a life lived in light, laughter Love that grows wilder With each passing prayer Yearning for a chance to whisper Thank you in God’s ear For the music of mystery The longing in literature The friend in fiction The praise in poetic prose The rushing winds beneath A romance beckoning for joy Found within the creased pages Of history and happiness A book is a brilliant blaze Of inspiration and hope A colorful creation crafted On the empty page As it’s filled with delight Insight, a stirring of faith Falling across the spirit in waves Of grace and inspirational Musings to reach out to the one Who knows that a book holds the key To creativity in tears of Sensitivity and soothing solace Awakening the mind to knowledge The heart to feelings fully alive And the spirit to the warmth Of a soft, gentle affection

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Date: 5/7/2021 9:34:00 AM
You wrote this with much wisdom...Enjoyed the read.
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Date: 5/7/2021 6:43:00 AM
- I have owned tons of books ... now I read online ... and the books are gone ... a great poem, Gina :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 5/6/2021 2:52:00 PM
I grew up adoring books. But I then became a video junkie in the late 70's and now it's Netflix, etc. I read if I am ever lucky enough to travel. Then I try to get through at least a novel!! Very good writing. What is title of your nature poem you said was a model for your contest?
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Regina Mcintosh
Date: 5/6/2021 7:31:00 PM
Nourishment... Thanks - God bless you and love sent your way, Gina
Date: 5/6/2021 1:56:00 PM
Beautiful alliteration, I think my favorite is 'A book is a brilliant blaze' - I have always love books and libraries, even the dusty smell of old bookshops, you have brought all that to life here!
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Date: 5/6/2021 11:12:00 AM
An excellent write. PANGIE XX
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