Time Healing Wounds

Tragic—nine one, one
hearts shattered—families grieved
time heals all wounds

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© Joseph S. Spence, Sr., (Epulaeryu Master) 8/27/2010
All Rights Reserved, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Senior Advisor, to Founder of Motivational Strips
Ambassador De Literature
Noble Star of Literature 2018
Living Legend of the 21st Century
Pentasiv B World Friendship Poetry Featured Poet 2019© Joseph Spence, Sr., 
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Joseph S. Spence, Sr., is the author of "The Awakened One Poetics" (2009), which is 
published in seven different languages. He invented the Epulaeryu poetry form, which 
focuses on succulent cuisines and drinks. He is published in various forums, including the 
World Haiku Association; Poetinis Druskininku, Milwaukee Area College, Phoenix Magazine; 
Möbius Poetry, and Taj Mahal Review to name a few. Joseph is a Goodwill Ambassador for 
the state of Arkansas, USA, a college faculty, and a military veteran.

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Copyright © | Year Posted 2009


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Date: 12/7/2012 5:55:00 AM
A marvelous senryu; it's expressive within its brevity, while portraying hope for the future that overcomes past tragedy; wonderfully written! -Joe Breunig, Reaching Towards His Unbounded Glory
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Date: 7/5/2010 2:19:00 PM
That's very short & awesome! I'm looking forward to reading more of your fascinating poems *David W. Breidenthal PS: Keep up the great work
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Date: 9/24/2009 10:24:00 AM
DEar Professor Spence, Greeting from the past I have had computer problems for awhile I use the library now I wish YOU Luck in the contest a great write in rememberance of 9/11 I do apologize for not commenting earlier to Your many great Poems ALWAYS YOUR Liege...HG
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Date: 9/16/2009 7:41:00 PM
brief and to the point. Light & Love
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Date: 9/10/2009 7:37:00 AM
Wonderful writing Joseph. Congrats on your publications and I LOVE that you invented new form! Many thanks for reading me and your kind comments also.
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Date: 9/7/2009 9:05:00 AM
Joseph, thank you for all that you are and all that you will be. You are truly blessed dear friend. Thank you for your kind comments. They are always appreciated especially when coming from you. Love, Carol
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Date: 9/7/2009 7:11:00 AM
yes! But we wear the scares to remind us. Perfect Senryu, Joseph. And - thank you for your recent comments. Lainie
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Date: 9/6/2009 11:38:00 PM
Helpful bio Joseph.Like the poem too and value your comments on my poem today.Rgds Brian
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Date: 9/6/2009 3:08:00 PM
Congratulations on your book being published in seven languages..and this senryu is one of the best i've read--excellent job--Charma
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Date: 9/6/2009 1:02:00 PM
a great poem, congratulations on your publiation and may many more come your way, thanks for all your kind comments on my poetry, God bls you from diane
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Date: 9/6/2009 9:03:00 AM
Joseph - Excellent Senryu Joseph - I have missed you my friend - always a pleasure as well as an honor Joseph - God Bless you and the family, mj
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