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My Truths Poetry Contest, Sponsor - Constance La France. Date written: 10/27/2024

My Truths

"Half-truth and lie; six of one, half a dozen of the other. How about the whole truth?" - quote by poet.


                        I live and breathe my truths 
            as much as I speak them; I believe...
what I believe and I stubbornly stick to my convictions.
I believe Jesus Christ, my savior, died for my sins. 
                        I lack patience for disingenuous folks. 
What you give, you get back in the end, two-fold.
I express myself freely without fear of scorn or criticism. 
      I'm a coconut...tough exterior, soft on inside; gentle giant.  
            I'm moved by sincerity and thoughtfulness in people. 
                        I applaud courage, selflessness and humility.
Quasi-masochistic, i'm unsatisfied until I've bled to achieve an end. 
            One of the greatest things I've ever done; serving America. 
      Fatherhood has turned me into mush.
                        My most salient characteristic is my inner humanity.

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Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2024 at 6:35 AM
Congratulations on your winning work. Way to go. Thanks for sharing a little about yourself with us. Sara K
George Avatar
November 25, 2024 at 4:56 AM
Absolutely love this self assessment of yours. "I'm moved by sincerity and thoughtfulness in people. I applaud courage, selflessness and humility." These are not hollow words. I feel that you are utterly true to yourself. These are the qualities, I too seek in people. Beautifully written, dear Edward and Congratulations on your win.
Ibeh Avatar
November 26, 2024 at 7:40 AM
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and congratulations, Valsa:-) Much appreciated.
La France Avatar
November 13, 2024 at 11:31 AM
Edward, congrats on your win in my contest, like your quote, like your poem, well done, blessings Constance
Ibeh Avatar
November 26, 2024 at 7:39 AM
Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and my placement, Constance;-) Most obliged.
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