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Written - 20th December 2024
One Goal Poetry Contest - Sponsored by: Constance La France 

I have one goal, that is to become whole Not to be faultless, but a gracious soul To not become angry, but understand When folk do the things I find underhand. Anger does nothing but drive one insane Those causing it, to them it's just a game Must learn to let those hurtful words depart Not to let them sting alike a thrown dart. With only goodwill and fine deeds to do A smile to greet all those that I meet too My heart would then increase millionfold It would seem my life was made of pure gold. I must remember to pray day and night That I can become a beacon of Light Listening to what the Lord has to say On how to shine bright, in a godly way. Hoping it won’t be long for me to reach The goal I desire, that will gift me peace. I wish to be remembered, when I’m gone For a lifetime well lived, by everyone.

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Date: 2/14/2025 11:44:00 AM
Beryl, I think you have what it takes to be complete and not to become a tool of anger. That is really quite a destructive feeling, and those who reach your level of wisdom understand it completely. It's all true and beautiful. Smiles!!
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Date: 12/30/2024 11:26:00 AM
Congratulations... I enjoyed reading your wonderful write. Great Ending... Have A Happy/Blessed New Year 2025......................................
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/30/2024 12:29:00 PM
Thank you Paula, I enjoyed reading your winning entry in the contest too. Wishing you a very Happy New Year and blessings also… Beryl
Date: 12/30/2024 9:21:00 AM
Well done sister Beryl on your contest win.
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/30/2024 12:26:00 PM
Thank you brother John, it’s always a joy to be on the winners list, but of course every contestant hopes for the best… Sis Beryl
Date: 12/30/2024 2:20:00 AM
"I have one goal, that is to become whole" - Indeed, a very enchanting goal. Written very beautifully. Congratulations!
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/30/2024 3:15:00 AM
Thank you very much Christuraj, I didn’t know the contest results, what a lovely surprise it was to get this message from you. blessings, Beryl
Date: 12/24/2024 10:17:00 AM
Dear Beryl, your goal is truly a noble one. Such good will and forgiveness is a height relegated to saints. Lincoln advised us to listen to our better angels--something to aim for! Happy Holidays! Warmest wishes, Robert
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/24/2024 11:41:00 AM
Thank you so much Robert, I will listen to our better angels in future. Merry Christmas… Beryl
Date: 12/21/2024 10:38:00 AM
Hi sister Beryl, it's not worth upsetting yourself over these so called friends, I've encounter one or two since coming back on here, all I do is ignore them, it doesn't mean there's a fault in your character but in theirs.
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/24/2024 11:38:00 AM
Thank you brother John, I agree it best to ignore bad word or deeds, though it’s not easy… Sis Beryl
Date: 12/20/2024 9:33:00 PM
Oh no Beryl, just read your comment to Michael. What's wrong with people? Some friend they turned out to be. Try and ignore them, you're the better person. Tom
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/21/2024 12:53:00 AM
Thank you Tom, it’s very sad, but I’m going to keep away from from that person from now on, haven’t slept for thinking about what went on… Beryl
Date: 12/20/2024 4:08:00 PM
Lovely Goals Beryl. You have certainly picked ones that brighten up peoples lives, not thinking of yourself and of others is such a wonderful outlook in life. You have goals that are special in God's eyes. Wishing you a wonderful finish in the contest and A Merry Christmas with the ones you love if I haven't wished it already. God bless you...
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/20/2024 8:32:00 PM
I’m starting to heal from the upset, but the friendship will never be the same as before, thanks again Michael… Beryl
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Michael Tor
Date: 12/20/2024 8:28:00 PM
So sorry to hear this Beryl. Sometimes people will disappoint you. I have had it happen to me. All you can do is learn from it and realize to choose your friends better. Hopefully they will realize what they have done and be humble enough to apologize. Try to forgive so you don't carry the pain, and move on being more cautious of this individual... They need help as a human being...
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Beryl Edmonds
Date: 12/20/2024 4:41:00 PM
Thank you Michael, have just had an incident that made me really angry, someone who’s a supposed friend did the dirty on us, I really don’t know how to deal with the anger I feel inside. That’s where my goal has come from, I’m trying hard to deal with what’s what’s happened. God bless you and I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas too… Beryl

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