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A call for Hope . . .

1/20/2021

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Dear readers, I'm resending this post because there was a provider error that resulted in most subscribers not receiving the post. I'm hoping all is well now. 
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Each week author 
Colleen M. Chesebro invites writers to participate in her #TANKA TUESDAY #POETRY CHALLENGE. Because today is the Inauguration of the President of the United States, my Tanka (syllables 5/7/5/7/7) is entitled HOPE. It's been a long, difficult year, and whether or not we identify as a Republican, Democrat, Independent or Libertarian, I suspect all of us know heartache. I also believe only we the people can heal that pain. 💗

If you'd like to participate in this challenge, Colleen's name is linked to her blog site, where she hosts information of all sorts. We'd love to have you join us. 

My poem:
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22 Comments
D.L. Finn
1/21/2021 01:05:00

Well said, Gwen and very fitting for today. I hope like you, we find that bridge and cross it together instead of hanging on to all this hate. xo

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 03:44:21

Thank you, Denise. Maybe some talented "engineers" will emerge to help create that bridge. 💗

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Harmony Kent link
1/21/2021 02:59:39

A timely sentiment, Gwen. Lovely poem :)

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 03:45:16

Thank you, Harmony. 😊

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CS Boyack
1/21/2021 05:31:24

Great thoughts today.

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 06:39:21

Thanks so much, Craig!

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John Howell link
1/21/2021 07:02:41

Well said, Gwen. We all have to work together to make a bridge to peace.

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 07:50:05

Absolutely, John. What an interesting crowd that might be. 😁 You and Dan Antion could be the construction foremen.

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Mae Clair link
1/21/2021 07:29:32

You couldn't have picked a better Tanka subject. Already, after yesterday, I feel hope!

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 07:51:29

We do need to just take a deep breath and move on. Thank you, Mae. 😊

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mark bierman link
1/21/2021 09:07:31

That was beautiful, Gwen. You summed up the emotions of what must be millions of Americans, in one well-composed poem. Well done!

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 13:04:20

Thanks so much, Mark. 💗

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Jan Sikes
1/21/2021 13:01:56

Such a beautiful poem, Gwen. We are weary but there is always hope!

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 13:04:52

So true, Jan. Thank you! 🤗

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Jill Weatherholt link
1/21/2021 13:42:09

Beautiful thoughts today, Gwen. Sign me up! xo

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 14:43:19

I'm with you, Jill. Thank you. 💗

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Vashti Q link
1/21/2021 13:46:36

I thought I had already commented on this post. I think I might be going crazy. Ha, ha. I LOVE your Tanka, Gwen! I don't think there's a single American who wouldn't relate. :D

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Gwen M Plano
1/21/2021 14:45:47

LOL. I had to send the post twice, because my provider was having tech issues. When they fixed their problem, they sent two idential posts. You're not crazy, but someone might be. 🤣 Thank you, Vashti. 💗

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Pat Garcia link
1/22/2021 05:44:01

Hi Gwen,
I think I already responded but just in case I will respond again.

Mercy is needed. I believe we all could use mercy now. To be merciful is one of the most beautiful character gifts that promote love and peace.

Shalom aleichem

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Gwen M Plano
1/22/2021 15:03:02

Thank you, dear Pat. Because my provider had a glitch, I ended up with two posts with the same content. So sorry for the confusion! Big hugs.

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Teagan R. Geneviene link
1/23/2021 12:53:49

Gwen, this is purely, simply, lovely. Have a beautiful weekend. Hugs on the wing!

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Gwen M Plano
1/24/2021 12:21:51

Thank you, dear Teagan. Big hugs! 💗

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