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I She was a prophetess Dealing with vision, words Then came political correctness Some tongues are incarcerated II Have you paid (absurd) For your every word Some want you "wrong" Others say, "Go along" III Dr. King used diction Minus hate, violent action So did Diedrich Bonhoeffer What would you offer?

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Date: 7/20/2022 1:35:00 PM
Sometimes the price of words are too high, and actions take over. Then words of regret follow. Some lift, some lower, depends on the bestower at times. Just rambling. Well written piece. Artful, full of power and imagery. Ann
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Anil Deo
Date: 7/20/2022 4:51:00 PM
Most welcome ramble, Ann. Shalom shalom dear Poet
Date: 7/11/2022 7:34:00 PM
The price for words can sometimes be high but necessary, and your words are valuable~
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Anil Deo
Date: 7/11/2022 10:11:00 PM
Dear Sis, much appreciated visit. Your generous words are so much favour & grace. Amen & blessings

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