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straight face

	
straight face
tight laced
betrayed



AP: Honorable Mention 2025

POTD  July 15, 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Andresen Avatar
July 19, 2025 at 11:32 AM
- A little late... but, better late than never as they say... congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Line :) - hugs
Gauthier Avatar
July 19, 2025 at 12:33 PM
It's never too late for a visit and a comment ~ much appreciated, Anne-Lise
Goldsmith Avatar
July 19, 2025 at 8:27 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. What a powerful write. Few words with much said. Great Picture... I have been off the computer for a few days. Have a blessed day with your wonderful win........
Gauthier Avatar
July 19, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Thanks, Paula ~ welcome back
Baker Avatar
July 17, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Powerful message in this fine Senryu, Line. Congratulations on your POTD honor! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill
Gauthier Avatar
July 17, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Thank you very much, Bill ~
Rodrigues Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Congrats!
Gauthier Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Thanks, Kim ~
Seeker Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Unfortunately such people exist. Forgive but don’t trauma bond. Congratulations on POTD, Line
Gauthier Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 4:09 AM
Excellent advice ~ 'trauma bonding' needs to be avoided at all costs.
Nicole Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 5:54 PM
If someone has a ' straight face, ' that's not always a bad thing, but most of the time it is. My advice is to be watchful and aware of what's happening around you. A powerful message within, Line. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Gauthier Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Thanks, Brandy ~ indeed it pays to be cautious.
Bartley Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Nice 3 Lines.
Gauthier Avatar
July 16, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Thanks, Benjamin ~
Rodgers Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Hello Line, Congrats on POTD. You put something so tender and furious into the world. Summer Blessings, My Friend, Daniel
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Thanks, Daniel. Much appreciated ~
Gentile Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Line, congratulations on your POTD honors!!
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Thanks, Mike ~
Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 5:08 AM
returning to congratulate you, Line, on this simple and direct Senyru.
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:37 AM
thank you very much, Sara ~
Toney Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Love your bite-sized senryu, Line, and your photo image perfectly reveals the aftermath. A Fav for me. Congratulations on Poem of the Day!
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:37 AM
Thank you very much, Mark ~ most appreciated
Winter Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 3:15 AM
A very deep poem, really deep and thoughtful
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:37 AM
thank you very much, Anne ~
Winter Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 3:14 AM
Congratulations on POTD! Enjoy your special day! :)
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Thank you very much, Anne ~
Kitchin Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Line, some people are experts at this. Congratulations on POTD.
Gauthier Avatar
July 15, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Indeed, Tania ~ have a great day
Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 14, 2025 at 4:43 PM
wow, what you captured in just 3 lines! amazing. faving
Gauthier Avatar
July 14, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Thank you very much, Sara ~
Rodrigues Avatar
July 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Can feel the pain in just 3 short 2 syll lines!
Gauthier Avatar
July 13, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Kim ~ have a lovely day
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