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New Beginnings

Nostalgia lives in all of us; to our minds it brings Enchanting recollections of very special things Which we sometimes cling to, but these memories are flitting wings. Butterfly wings! Lovely they may be, but these old times have gone away. Eventually we must move on – and make new memories! Grasp every opportunity that comes to you each day. Invent new things to do. Open your eyes. See what’s carried by the breeze: New butterflies - bright and beautiful - are sure to come along. Nab those precious butterflies. Bring them to your loved ones before they flee. Immerse yourself in loving life; sing a brand new song! Nurture in yourself a caring and sharing spirit. Enjoy harmony. Giving to others, you will feel more alive, So fashion new beginnings, and with happiness ever thrive. Jan. 29, 2021 for John Hamilton's New Beginnings Poetry Contest

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Date: 2/9/2021 10:07:00 AM
I love the imagery of hope and making new memories. Butterflies are free yet have a short lifespan. We need to enjoy our experience of life while we are in this realm. Very lovely Andrea. Congratulations on your win! Blessings xxoo
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Andrea Dietrich
Date: 2/9/2021 1:33:00 PM
thanks, dear Connie.
Date: 2/7/2021 10:04:00 AM
Love the metaphor of the butterfly! Your images are as delicate as butterfly wings. "Sing a brand new song." What a wonderful invitation to new life. Many congratulations on your win my friend.
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Date: 2/6/2021 6:23:00 AM
enjoyed this one andrea; this contest produced some very good poems - congrats on your win!
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Date: 2/5/2021 4:06:00 PM
Andrea, congratulations on your win in John's New Beginnings contest with this excellent poem, well done _Constance
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Date: 2/5/2021 2:38:00 PM
Nicely done, Andrea. Congratulations on your big win! Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 2/5/2021 11:37:00 AM
Very nice entry Andrea, thanks and congrats on another great win!
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Date: 1/30/2021 7:59:00 AM
Well penned Andrea - a fantastic acrostic and each letter of both words so inspiring and thoughtful. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Date: 1/30/2021 2:31:00 AM
Wow... SO lovely acrostic. Great thoughts giving lots of hope in the new beginning. I loved each and every line specially, 'New butterflies, bright and beautiful are sure to come... ' My fav for SURE. Best wishes Andrea. Hugs ~ Ani
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Date: 1/30/2021 1:48:00 AM
Very inspiring!! " Giving to others, you will feel more alive" So true!!! As we extend our hands to others so as our lives are extended!! Best wishes dear Andrea.
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Date: 1/29/2021 12:51:00 PM
Quite a reflective write, Andrea and great advice!
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Date: 1/29/2021 11:39:00 AM
We promise a new beginning every year. Ah well, one can only try. ~~
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Date: 1/29/2021 11:24:00 AM
Hello Andrea, this is lovely! Will be my fav. Enjoy your day my friend. Hugs.
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Date: 1/29/2021 11:18:00 AM
very uplifting :)
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