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The Ripple Effect

Stones tossed in ponds make dramatic impact ~ like we upon seas of life.


Written on 2/15/2023
For: A Ripple To Me Poetry Contest
Sponsor: JCB Brul
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Dietrich Avatar
February 20, 2023 at 3:37 PM
I've always loved that metaphor on life and humanity. Well expressed in one line
Buehler Avatar
February 20, 2023 at 3:54 PM
Thank you for your warm appreciation, Andrea. :)
Alex Avatar
February 18, 2023 at 9:19 PM
Beautiful comparison. Congratulations!
Buehler Avatar
February 18, 2023 at 10:23 PM
Thank you, Christuraj. :)
Agustin Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 8:03 PM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this. God bless you.
Buehler Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 9:41 PM
You are so welcome. Thank you for your kind words. Have a nice weekend.
Kitchin Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 7:07 PM
Evelyn, wonderfully penned, congratulations on your win in the contest!
Buehler Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 9:41 PM
Many thanks, Tania. :)
Goldsmith Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 1:08 PM
Back with Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed it again. Have a great day/weekend...............
Buehler Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 1:23 PM
Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Blessings.
Andresen Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 9:28 AM
- Congratulations on your win in the contest, Evelyn -
Buehler Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 1:21 PM
Thank you, Anne-Lise.
Goldsmith Avatar
February 16, 2023 at 11:45 AM
A lovely write/picture. Good Luck. Have a blessed day writing away.................
Buehler Avatar
February 16, 2023 at 8:06 PM
Thank you for the lovely words and good wishes. Blessings.
Buhagiar Avatar
February 16, 2023 at 1:34 AM
Very intelligent.
Buehler Avatar
February 16, 2023 at 9:07 AM
Thank you so much. :)
Daniel Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 9:48 PM
Very nice one, Evelyn:)
Buehler Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 10:05 PM
Thank you so much, Jo. :)
DiMino Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 8:51 PM
Every ripple of us felt throughout the universe. We are an awesome, evolving creation. Beautifully done.
Buehler Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 9:17 PM
Just one life touches so many others. Thank you for the fine compliment. :)
Rodrigues Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 6:57 PM
Love it!
Buehler Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 8:40 PM
Thank you, Kim. :)
Wolf Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 6:42 PM
Please laugh AT me for this comment, Evelyn: I got the 'Ripple effect' from looking at the picture. (Ripple = cheap gallon of wine). Cheers, gw
Buehler Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 8:40 PM
I definitely am laughing, Gershon, and I am delighted that you found the poem so 'moving.' :D
Poet Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 6:08 PM
Perfectly written Monoku, reflecting the real meaning of ripple beautifully. Win Big
Buehler Avatar
February 15, 2023 at 8:27 PM
Thank you so much for the pleasure of your warm remarks. :)
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