Life

"Not allowing yourself to be who you were always meant to be is the grossest miscarriage of justice." --by poet You have a God-given right to be you Live your truth fully each day Let no one bully you. SECOND PLACE WINNER Written March 24, 2022 Syllables 10-7-6 checked by HMS and PS For “Form K – Kimo” poetry contest Sponsored by Constance La France

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Constance La France

Date: 4/1/2022 12:13:00 PM

Milt, congratulations on your win in my Kimo contest with your wonderful poem and I like your quote too ~Constance

L Milton Hankins
Date: 4/1/2022 1:30:00 PM

Thanks so much, Constance. A good placement from you is always so encouraging. I try to live by the quote and the epigram. I've found life goes more smoothly for me that way. We can only be ourselves; we can't be anyone else!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/30/2022 3:22:00 PM

I try to live by this code too, Milt. Wonderful. And congrats.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/30/2022 5:07:00 PM

Thanks, Andrea. It's a valuable ideal to live by.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/30/2022 12:33:00 PM

Milt, back with congratulations for your win with your kimo of encouragement - "let no one bully you" especially as we express our gifts and giftedness in fulfilling our part of God's plan. These are truly words of encouragement for all of us.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/30/2022 12:52:00 PM

Sam, you'll never know how much I appreciate your thoughtful, encouraging response to my KIMO poem. Thanks so much.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 3/30/2022 10:05:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write/quote. Yes, "Let no one bully you." Amen. Have a great/blessed day writing away.......................

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/30/2022 10:25:00 AM

Thank you, Paula. I really enjoy hearing from you. You are always so positive and so thoughtful.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 3/28/2022 7:16:00 PM

"Let no one bully you" - True. Greatly said. Congratulations!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/28/2022 7:18:00 PM

Thanks so much, Chris. Absolutely!

Jan Allison

Date: 3/28/2022 1:24:00 PM

LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!!!many congrats in your win:-) hugs Jan xx

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/28/2022 2:18:00 PM

Thanks, Jan. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I try to live it, too, as I'm sure you do, too.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/27/2022 8:28:00 PM

"a God given right to be you" - for sure!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/27/2022 9:04:00 PM

Ah, I believe this so much, Caren. Thanks!

Sam Kauffman

Date: 3/25/2022 1:50:00 PM

Amen, Milt. I truly believe our pilgrimage through life is about recognizing, accepting and using our God given gifts while affirming the gifts of those around us to accomplish God's marvelous plan. Blessings and all the best for the contest!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/25/2022 3:26:00 PM

Sam, I truly appreciate your read and your insightful comment.

Susan Lawrence

Date: 3/25/2022 7:37:00 AM

Milton, So very true . Our authentic selves is who we are meant to be . Easier said then done for many ! I love Live your truth fully each day. Let no one bully you . Blessings to you , Susan :)

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/25/2022 8:25:00 AM

Thank you so much, Susan. I believe this is one of the most important lessons a youngster can learn.

Kenneth Cheney

Date: 3/25/2022 6:40:00 AM

Milt this is a thought provoking little piece. The question that came to my mind was this. If one is living a "truth" that is a delusion, is it bullying to point it out? Having asked that, I wholeheartedly agree that we have a God-given right to be ourselves.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/25/2022 8:27:00 AM

Interesting comment, Kenneth. Sometimes, I suspect what is truth for an individual may be a delusion to onlookers. I suppose I'd reply that we have no right to make that decision regarding others. On the other hand, for family and close friends, I suppose it would be helpful to make observations and provoke discussion. Very good comment, Kenneth.

Eve Roper

Date: 3/24/2022 9:45:00 PM

Greak Kimo, Milt, great quote.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/25/2022 8:28:00 AM

Thanks so much, Eve. I appreciate your affirmative comment.

Bill Baker

Date: 3/24/2022 4:15:00 PM

Wisdom from a fine poet, Milt. Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest. Bill

L Milton Hankins
Date: 3/24/2022 6:35:00 PM

Thanks, Bill. I hope it's worthy.