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With Wisdom's Brilliance

Illumined with wisdom’s* brilliance my mind shuts vague shadows lurking in vain conceit... revived, my heart graciously strives to open love-windows serving God by His light.
August 5, 2019 *Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. Original title for the Contest: "Hiding Better Side" from the provided quote, “Everybody has a dark side. Some of us are better at hiding it than others.” A Simple Favor, 2018 Syllables Per Line according to PS Syllable Counter: 8 6 6 8 6 6 1st place, "KEEP IT BRIEF" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Nette Onclaud; judged on 8/11/2019.

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Date: 8/31/2019 9:15:00 PM
A very interesting interpretation of the given prompt. Nicely written.
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Date: 8/12/2019 4:01:00 PM
beautifully done!!!Congrats.
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Date: 8/11/2019 6:15:00 PM
beautiful! congrats on your placement :)-luloo
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Date: 8/11/2019 5:39:00 PM
Shutting out the negative and opening up to the positive is the right choice that often people are not strong enough or wise enough to take. Your beautiful poem is deserving of your First placement Beata. Congratulations!
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Date: 8/11/2019 4:10:00 PM
Congrats on your win with this illuminated poem of wisdom.
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Date: 8/11/2019 2:49:00 PM
beata, you took the concept to the other side of darkness... that's so original.. thanks for supporting my contest and big congrats!
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