Precious Gift

Trustful eyes and innocent smiles of blossoming young children I taught January 1, 2022 "The Best Gift" Monoku Poetry Contest Sponsor: JCB Brul 17 syllables - checked by HMS.com FIRST PLACE

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Ann Peck

Date: 3/9/2023 10:15:00 AM

So sweet. Thank you for being a teacher.

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/16/2023 2:06:00 PM

Yes, Ann, I really feel fortunate that I was a teacher! Love ~ Mala

Susan Lawrence

Date: 1/22/2023 6:20:00 PM

Beautiful Mala . How fortunate to witness these faces . Congratulations on your win! Hugs and blessings, Susan :)

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 1/22/2023 8:41:00 PM

Thanks, Susan. Yes, I felt fortunate to witness those innocent and lovely faces!

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 1/15/2023 10:36:00 AM

You planted the seed now to see them flower and blossom in life. Wonderful monoku. love phyl

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/16/2023 2:09:00 PM

Thank you so much, Phyl. True, I feel fortunate that I was a teacher. Love ~ Mala

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 1/5/2023 5:55:00 PM

Beholding how seeds sown bloom and blossom. Nothing can beat the trust and innocence of children ~ may we be as them, rekindling our innate vibrance, lost somewhere in the serpentine pathways of life. Warmest congratulations on your win, Mala

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 1/6/2023 4:10:00 AM

Dear US, Thank you for your wonderful comment. I feel fortunate to have the kindest friends at this site. Your comment is truly appreciated. "serpentine pathways of life" - really true. Hope we get back our true identity.