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My Stones

Stones have tripped me up in life, usually, caught me unawares. Few with corners, left their mark, most were smooth from time and wear. But, had it not been for those stones, lessons would not have been learned. I'm grateful for every single one, as each scar in life, I've earned.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 6/16/2011 9:51:00 AM
Very inspiring take on stones, Paula-- you are so right about it -- Congrats for being in the winners' list :D
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Date: 6/15/2011 11:06:00 AM
Paula, I do believe that we are presented with challenges in life so that we can learn from them. Like you, I am grateful for learning experiences. Congratulations on your success in Rick's contest! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 6/15/2011 10:39:00 AM
Congratulations on your win in ^Rick's "Stones" contest Paula. Love, Carol
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Date: 6/15/2011 7:05:00 AM
My congratulations on the win in the contest of rick, Paula
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Date: 6/14/2011 10:14:00 PM
I REALLY like your entry, paula One of the best for me. COngrats on the HM. Luv, Andrea
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Date: 6/14/2011 8:58:00 PM
Congrats Paula on your HM in the Stones contest.. for another rare beauty entry luv..
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Date: 6/14/2011 5:10:00 PM
I so enjoy reading your poems. Congrats on the HM in the contest. Mike
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Date: 6/8/2011 7:07:00 PM
Touchy and poignant write, paula
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Date: 6/8/2011 2:01:00 PM
A woderful write Paula and great entry for the contest. I enjoyed the read, best to you~ Caryl
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Date: 6/8/2011 12:21:00 PM
Yes, indeed, Paula - life is just one big lesson
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Date: 6/8/2011 12:12:00 PM
love it, best of luck in the contest
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Date: 6/8/2011 11:15:00 AM
Wow - Paula. Absolutely fantastic!!!! A sure winner here. I love the anology and the message in this beautifuly rhymed poem. Joe
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