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I dedicate this poem to Judy Nix-McCasland, a childhood neighbor and my quixotic friend of 60 years. Judy is an inspiration, for she suffers from COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease--an inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs.)

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ While every breath's a battle, tilting skyscrapers for a breath, Still, grace can't be sought; it seeks you. Inhalation, aspire; exhalation, inspire.

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Tonye George

Date: 3/29/2024 2:36:00 AM

Thanks for the knowledge. A lovely poem to your friend. I hope graces seek her. Cheers Sara.

Bill Baker

Date: 3/28/2024 5:30:00 PM

Thanks for bringing our attention to COPD, Sara. Excellent image and poetry, my best friend. Love, Bill

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 3/27/2024 6:24:00 PM

A powerful poem, my friend. Excellent write.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 3/27/2024 6:28:00 PM

thank you, Jerry. Color me grateful for your visit and positive feedback. Have a pleasant evening, Sara

Vijay Pandit

Date: 3/27/2024 3:25:00 PM

Your poem gives voice to those suffering from COPD--meaningful, graceful dedication, Sara.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 3/27/2024 6:20:00 PM

thank you for your visit and mindful comments, Vijay. Grateful for your visit today. Have a pleasant evening, Sara

Silent One

Date: 3/27/2024 1:49:00 PM

Brilliant dedication dear Sara.. life is never easy with such ailments..

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 3/27/2024 6:20:00 PM

thanks for your visit, Silent One. I agree; life isn't easy for those with ailments. wishing you a pleasant evening, Sara