So many times

 
So many times I bled from pain
So many times I cried
So many times I almost died
And I pled, and I pled
So many times, I turned the other cheek
So many times, I was weak
So many times, justice I sought
through all the trauma, I fought

But, so many times are done
I am now rising with the sun
I am now ready for some fun
The tough days will still come,
but less crisis, from where I came from
For this life is all about love
Thyself first, then to truly share far
All will shine for miles, from star to star!

Heidi Sands

3/19/25

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Date: 3/23/2025 8:28:00 AM
This very appealing. A move from sadness to happiness. Joy is a great healer. Lovely poem.
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/23/2025 10:42:00 AM
Thank you very much. I have finally reached where I need to be and I am very joyful. I appreciate your comment :)
Date: 3/22/2025 5:59:00 AM
I absolutely love the strength and depth of your words woven here dear heidi! What a powerful poem this is! And i felt the ending the most as yes this life is for love and those so many days of struggles are now over and it reminds me to heal and embrace every moment and be grateful for little things! Pleasure reading you! Sending you light always
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/22/2025 5:18:00 PM
Thank you very much ! Yes embrace every moment with gratitude too. Wishing you peace :)
Date: 3/21/2025 12:03:00 PM
Enjoyed the read, my friend. 'Thyself first' what a great philosophy to live by.
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/21/2025 3:53:00 PM
So happy to hear you enjoyed this Jerry. Thank you for your kind comment. Have a great weekend :)
Date: 3/21/2025 11:58:00 AM
- A new future with joy, Heidi ... lovely :) - Happy weekend :) - hugs
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/21/2025 3:52:00 PM
Exactly Anne-Lise. I am finally settled in a new place that I love. I am blessed. Thank you very much Happy weekend. Hugs :)
Date: 3/20/2025 12:52:00 PM
It was a joy to read your wonderful "So many times" write. When we go through the bad then we can Love the blessings even more. Only bright sunny days of joy are coming your way. Hugs... Have a fun/blessed day as you write away...........
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/20/2025 4:06:00 PM
Thank you so much Paula. You are right, the struggles and dark times lead to loving the blessings even more. I am so grateful and blessed. I appreciate your kind comment. Have fun writing :)
Date: 3/19/2025 6:14:00 PM
Beautiful Heidi. You went through the valley of darkness no doubt. I like the way your poem ends with hope.
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Heidi Sands
Date: 3/19/2025 6:27:00 PM
Thank you Oliver. I appreciate your comment :)
Date: 3/19/2025 4:33:00 PM
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