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Sands In My Hand

Sands in my hand trickle as I close my palm to grip them. I release the remaining grains and clinch the last ones that hold the traces of your promise. 28 July 2020 1st place STRAND completely new (14)any theme any form Contest Judged: 7/28/2020 12:00: Sponsored by: Brian Strand

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Date: 8/24/2020 5:03:00 AM
Oo wowww..i didn't expect such ending
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Date: 8/10/2020 3:17:00 PM
Like a soft whisper, this beautiful verse breathes inspiration. Love and prayers for you dear friend
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Date: 8/10/2020 8:09:00 AM
Very evocative poetry. I love the form and the message. Congratulations on your win, keep writing! ~ John
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Date: 8/6/2020 9:47:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. It is fun to play and walk in the sand. Love your ending, "that hold the traces of your promise." Enjoy your win and day............
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Date: 8/2/2020 12:02:00 PM
Sands of time....Wait for no one...Life is all about patience...Nice poem JCB
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Date: 8/1/2020 6:20:00 PM
This is so moving...I could picture the trickle of sand to be the last memories held...a Fav!
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Date: 7/29/2020 12:41:00 AM
This is so touching! I love the way you've written it so that each line unfolds layers of emotions. Congratulations on your win my friend. Blessings and love :)
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Date: 7/28/2020 11:50:00 PM
Love how you wrote this...I could see the grains fall. Congrats on your win!
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Date: 7/28/2020 11:16:00 PM
Love the depthness that it takes me, and my compliments for your 1st Place win, my friend -- Aloha~@William
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Date: 7/28/2020 4:52:00 AM
This is so special--beautifully done, JCB.
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