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Constance's Who I Am Contest ~ 11/24//2024

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Who I Am

"I am many things to many people, 
    but it's how I see myself that matters most."
                                                    ~  by poet




              My path in life ~
        I didn't know where it would lead
      Along the way I made mistakes that I regret
        But from them I have learned
  success isn't measured by material wealth
  and that I should never take life for granted    
    Time will never linger for me.
  I rejoice in the now, not dwelling on the past

              Humility
        is a gift I've always treasured
      Measure me by the kindness in my heart, 
        the happiness I feel
  when I remember each blessing I have received
  I can embrace my melancholy memories
    but my positive thoughts prevail
  just as in each Spring, everything will be made new

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Constance La France December 24, 2024 at 9:29 AM Lin, congratulations on your win in my Who Am I contest with this wonderfully penned poem, I love it. And I love the image and quote, well done, Constance

Paula Goldsmith December 12, 2024 at 8:01 AM Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful write/great quote/fun picture. Hope you are OK... Have a wonderful weekend with your win............... Lin Lane December 12, 2024 at 8:06 AM Thank you so very much, Paula.

Duke Beaufort November 25, 2024 at 1:54 PM Lin, this reflects a wonderful outlook on life. I totally agree with your philosophy. Even the things we regret can teach us how to deal with things that come our way now. There's always a chance to do good and be happy too. It's a state of mind. I love letting happy thoughts soak in and it's becoming easier with age. Reading poetry here also helps! Smiles. Lin Lane December 12, 2024 at 8:06 AM It's so much easier on the heart and mind to have a positive outlook, Duke. Thanks so much for your support.

Anne E Sangster - K November 25, 2024 at 8:24 AM A very heartfelt poem and I love how you remind the reader of what's important in life. Beautifully written Lin :-) Lin Lane December 12, 2024 at 8:05 AM Thank you for having fine insight, Anne.

Daniel Henry Rodgers November 25, 2024 at 5:49 AM Dear Lin, What a wonderful read this morning and so full of life and reality. I love your positive spirit and the willingness to pick up and move forward, learn from your mistakes, and accept the things we cannot change. I needed to read your words this morning. Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel Lin Lane December 12, 2024 at 8:04 AM I'm always contented with my poem when you offer such fine comments. Thank you, Daniel.

Abdullah Alhemaidy November 25, 2024 at 3:26 AM You are a nice lady, fine poetess, and more.. Lin Lane December 12, 2024 at 8:04 AM How very kind of you to write that, AA. Thank you.

Tom Cunningham November 24, 2024 at 12:12 PM We all make mistakes as we tred life's path and learning from them defines us. I agree, it's always best to keep looking ahead and leave the past where it is, love your quote too Lin. Hope your day is going well. Tom Lin Lane November 24, 2024 at 1:17 PM Hi and thanks, Tom. I’m having a lazy day.

Daniel Turner November 24, 2024 at 10:56 AM You are indeed a very sweet lady, Lin. An honest write which I agree with. Lin Lane November 24, 2024 at 11:43 AM Thank you for being such a supportive friend, Danny. You mean a lot to me.

Yann Rolland November 24, 2024 at 6:09 AM so encouraging poem, for us all, you found the perfect language, this is deep and nice, thanks poet Lin Lane November 24, 2024 at 7:12 AM Thank you very much for your thoughts, Yann.