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F Form- Free Verse (Written My Way) Poetry Contest, Sponsored by Constance La France. Date written: 07/29/2024

"Bring it, life, all your adversities...they only strengthen me!" - quote by poet. oh, adversity... haven't you exhausted all efforts to knock me off my equilibrium, to make me cry a river? you came to break me in two yesterday with bells on; jiggling around your ankles. instead, all you got in return was only....a shrug. you saw no sign of weakness on the surface or deep within me. you waited for tears that never came. you kept on poking yet your needle pricks didn't make me wince you stabbed me with daggers that never punctured my skin or made me bleed.... are you disappointed? surprised that your sharp weapons cause me no pain, but instead, tickle me? go ahead, keep making me stronger.....

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Tom Cunningham

Date: 9/8/2024 11:54:00 AM

Back with congratulations to you Edward on being number one, we'll deserved too. Tom

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/12/2024 5:07:00 AM

Thank you very much, Tom:-)

Constance La France

Date: 8/7/2024 1:17:00 PM

Edward, congratulations on your win in my contest, I enjoyed your poem a lot, well done I liked the quote also, Constance

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/8/2024 4:34:00 AM

Thank you so much for the congratulations and my placement, Constance:-)

Crystol Woods

Date: 8/7/2024 11:39:00 AM

Oh yes I love this! Adversity personified! Love this idea and you've written it so well. I can feel your distain in every word. It is true, Adversity is the weight we bench press and each lift shreds muscle and build it back tougher and stronger than ever! Some of us are totally ripped on the inside! Lol Excellent!! Xo

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/8/2024 4:33:00 AM

Thank you so much for the awesome feedback and the fave, Crystol:-) Most obliged.

Crystol Woods
Date: 8/7/2024 11:40:00 AM

Fav!

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 8/7/2024 7:48:00 AM

Congrats on this well-deserved POTW. The ending is fantastic. Thanks for sharing.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/8/2024 4:32:00 AM

Thank you very much, Benjamin:-)

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 8/6/2024 2:53:00 AM

Wow! Inspirational words, Edward. Indeed, if eye be nonchalant and heart tranquil, we are immune from fickleness of fate. Warmest congratulations on POTW for this uplifting poem, superbly penned.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/6/2024 8:06:00 AM

Thank you, Seeker. I appreciate your wonderful feedback and congratulations, my friend.

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/6/2024 1:45:00 AM

An interesting, inspiring poem Edward, congratulations on receiving poem of the week… Beryl

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/6/2024 8:04:00 AM

Thank you very much, Beryl:-)

Karen Jones

Date: 8/6/2024 12:09:00 AM

An empowering potw! Congratulations

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/6/2024 8:04:00 AM

Thank you so much, Karen:-)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/5/2024 5:09:00 PM

A great way to look at life! Be strong! Congrats on POTW!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/6/2024 8:03:00 AM

Thank you very much, Kim:-)

Ink Empress

Date: 8/5/2024 8:39:00 AM

Back with Congratulations on your POTW. Well deserved EI

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/5/2024 4:09:00 PM

Thanks again, Inky:-) God bless

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 8/5/2024 6:01:00 AM

Hello Edward, A big congratulations on getting POTW! I have always been a fan of Stoicism and have read many philosophers who promote this lifestyle. I think what I really liked about your well inked piece is that it conveys such a strong message of resilience and unwavering determination. As a true stoics, we do challenge adversity, refusing to be broken or defeated but yet, as you put it, remain steadfast. - Blessings my Friend, Daniel

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/5/2024 4:08:00 PM

Thank you very much for the insightful feedback and congratulations, Daniel:-) I'm glad you liked my poem, my friend.

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 8/4/2024 10:21:00 PM

I enjoy this poem. It has a feeling of strength.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/5/2024 4:03:00 PM

Thank you very much, Hilda:-) I'm glad you did, my friend.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/4/2024 4:11:00 PM

' go ahead, keep making me stronger. ' A wonderful attitude to have. :) My heart is smiling, Edward. There will always be trials and tribulations in this life, but the key is to grow from them. Your thoughts are so beautiful and uplifting. Congratulations on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 6:38:00 PM

Thank you very much, Brandy. I appreciate the feedback,congrats and visit, my friend.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/4/2024 1:00:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTW win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Stoic-Life" write. What a great quote. So True.... Have a blessed day with your win..........................

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 6:40:00 PM

Thank you so much for your visit and congratulations, Paula:-)

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/4/2024 9:06:00 AM

Fabulous Edward. I've made this a fav. Congratulations on POTW! :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 12:07:00 PM

Thank you very much, Linda:-) I appreciate the fave!

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 8/4/2024 6:05:00 AM

Hi Ed, This stoic poem is a great testament to adversity making one stronger and is so well done. Congratulations on the honor of POTW!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 12:07:00 PM

Thank you so much, Nancy:-)

Tania Kitchin

Date: 8/4/2024 4:52:00 AM

Ed, a powerful poem, congratulations on POTW.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 12:05:00 PM

Thank you very much, Tania:-)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/4/2024 2:02:00 AM

A powerful verse Edward, congratulations to you on the honour of POTW. Tom

Edward Ibeh
Date: 8/4/2024 12:05:00 PM

Thank you very much, Tom:-)

Nette Onclaud

Date: 7/30/2024 12:09:00 PM

a powerful ride through life-s adversities, Ed.. thankyou for being here on soup...it feels safe knowing people like you are still around after my 4 - year absence from the site!...huggs

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/31/2024 11:57:00 AM

I'm so glad you're back, Nette! Thank you very much for the kind words, my friend.

Valsa George

Date: 7/29/2024 9:28:00 PM

"you kept on poking yet your needle pricks didn't make me wince you stabbed me with daggers that never punctured my skin or made me bleed...." I love the spirit of resilience these lines strongly reflect. Some grow stronger with every adversity. I feel you are one such strong willed man.... dear Edward. How I wish I could be like this. A gentle whiff of adversity can blow me off. This poem is so inspirational. All the Best dear friend. This goes into my FAVE

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/30/2024 5:12:00 AM

Thank you very much for the wonderful feedback and the fave, Valsa. God bless.

Ink Empress

Date: 7/29/2024 5:29:00 AM

Strength amidst all the adversities youv depicted so well here dear EI, i love the voice of your poem, which is strong and shows resilience! And flows so well. With excellent lines. Especially love “ you kept on poking yet your needle pricks didn't make me wince you stabbed me with daggers that never punctured my skin or made me bleed....” love that!! Fave it is! Best wishes always. And sending you and your family light

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/29/2024 5:32:00 AM

Thank you so much, Inky:-) I greatly appreciate your comments and the FAV, my friend.

Tom Woody

Date: 7/29/2024 5:28:00 AM

Adversity is a wimp in the face of inner strength, especially when Holy Spirit is in the mix. Nice write

Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/29/2024 5:31:00 AM

Thank you very much, Tom:-)