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Shake It Up

I see so many suffering From all the changes thrown at us We’re just waking up surviving As if we all missed the last bus A cloud of loneliness above Touches isolation around This place we seek comfort and love As we yearn for peace to be found Truth hits hard and loss does not stop Hold tight to all inspiration It’s not so easy just to shop We must find our own creation Do not be deaf to the bird song Take in the sun before it rains Living authentic is not wrong Shake it all up, see what remains 7/17/20 Placed 1st in the Strand completely new (11) contest. Sponsor: Brian Strand

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/23/2020 3:15:00 PM

Heidi, This poem is a ray of sunshine that may permeate any darkness caused by dark clouds and rain. I loved it! Congratulations on your very deserving First Placement! Blessings xxoo

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/23/2020 3:23:00 PM

Thank you very much Connie. I am happy to hear that :)

John Watt

Date: 7/22/2020 10:47:00 PM

'Living authentic' has a corollary - writing authentic, which is what you do. You have an empathy for those who suffer. 'Do not be deaf to the bird song' and 'Take in the sun before it rains'... such wisdom and humanity. Thank you, Heidi.

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/23/2020 4:03:00 AM

Thank you very much John. I appreciate your kind feedback. I hope all is well and you have a nice day :)

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/19/2020 3:05:00 PM

You have been through a very trying time Heidi, and the advise you give to us is sound and thought provoking -'Shake it all up, see what remains' Excellent write. Be well and safe my friend, Hugs and love Jennifer.

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/19/2020 3:43:00 PM

Thank you so much Jennifer. I appreciate your comment and special support! I hope that all is well for you. Be safe too my friend ! :)

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 7/18/2020 2:37:00 PM

In today's world a lot of shaking must take place dearest, Heidi! I am afraid not much would be left as your poem indicates. Profound writing and a stern warning. Hugs xxx

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/18/2020 2:53:00 PM

Thank you Demetrios :)

Arturo Michael

Date: 7/18/2020 2:05:00 PM

Good advice..." shake it up and see what remains" Well done

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/18/2020 2:53:00 PM

Thank you Arturo :)

Timothy Mcguire

Date: 7/17/2020 9:30:00 PM

I like this poem. so well written. Reminds me I haven't really relaxed since all this trouble has began.

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/18/2020 6:33:00 AM

Timothy...I can understand that. Everyone is going through so much and it has an impact on all of us. I hope you get some relaxation time soon. Thank you for your comment. I appreciate it very much :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/17/2020 6:53:00 PM

We've all taken a few knocks of late, our whole way of living has changed but better days will come back, we must never give up hope. Enjoy your weekend Heidi. Tom

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/18/2020 6:31:00 AM

You are right Tom. And we must never give up. Your kind support is inspiring. Thank you :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/17/2020 4:57:00 PM

Variety is the spice of life --- from shopping for basic needs to hunting for a four-leaf clover. We all need a little luck these days! Cheers, Gershon

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/17/2020 5:05:00 PM

lol. Yes Gershon...we all need a little luck these days. Thank you for your visit and comment. I hope you have a nice evening :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/17/2020 4:40:00 PM

Your first stanza spells the essence of your poem, Heidi. In times of despair, hope and inspiration can take us to the other side..well said!

Heidi Sands
Date: 7/17/2020 4:46:00 PM

Thank you so much Vijay. I am still trying to get my writing flow back. It has been a long time trying :)