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His touch remembered

5/6/2025

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Good morning, blog friends ~

My post today is in response to writer/blogger Sadje's prompt. She invites readers to consider the question, "What do you see?" And she included two images to stir reflection and elicit a story or poem. Here are the prompt images: 
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Fascinating, don't you agree? We all see differently, and I became aware of that truth as a child. Friends would talk about the girl in the red dress or maybe someone with a new haircut. But, I'd notice none of that. I'd see a girl who was hurting inside or feeling insecure or longing to be held or... In other words, I'd sense the heart of a person--and still do. It's no wonder I became a counselor. 😊

My response to Sadje's prompt is a simple haiku. I've attempted to capture the unseen and perception in general. I hope you enjoy it.
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Have a wonderful rest of the week! 
20 Comments
Sadje link
5/6/2025 07:33:17

This haiku is very moving Gwen. Seeing is indeed a remarkable thing- we all preseive things differently. Thanks for joining in.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/6/2025 07:57:43

I loved your prompt -- very thought-provoking. Thank you! 😊

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Balroop Singh link
5/6/2025 16:22:16

What a profound thought! A unique way of preserving memories. I love your perception, Gwen.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/6/2025 17:29:16

Thank you so much, Balroop. I'm so happy you liked it. ❤️

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Thomas Wikman link
5/7/2025 02:11:13

It is a very beautiful Haiku and it is amazing how you see the world

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 04:50:00

Thank you, Thomas. Very kind of you to say. 🌞

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Yvette M Calleiro link
5/7/2025 04:15:48

Beautiful poem, Gwen! I, too, have always seen someone's energy/emotions.

Yvette M Calleiro :-)
http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 04:51:06

Thank you, Yvette. It brings a smile knowing you see as I do. 🌞

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Dan Antion link
5/7/2025 06:20:31

You saw what really mattered, Gwen. It's still what matters today, and most people still don't see it. I love your take on this prompt.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 07:20:32

Thanks so much, Dan, for the kind words and understanding. 🌞

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Priscilla Bettis link
5/7/2025 07:01:03

Your haiku is striking, Gwen. I think the way you see things is the way God meant us to see things.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 07:37:01

Thank you, Priscilla. I agree with you about sight. If we can pause and see another's heart, we find family. ❤️

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Liz Gauffreau link
5/7/2025 07:27:10

A very poignant haiku. It went straight to my heart.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 08:46:20

Oh my, thank you, Liz. ❤️

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John Howell link
5/7/2025 09:47:07

A beautiful Haiku, Gwen. Seeing the heart of people is a lot better than the color of their clothes.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 11:08:37

Thank you, John. I tend to think so too. 🌞

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Jan Sikes
5/7/2025 10:54:46

There is no doubt you were born an empath, Gwen. Your heart is wide open and honestly, your story and journey are absolutely amazing. But I digress. This is a wonderful expression and I love it!

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 11:10:25

Thank you so much, Jan. Yep, I'm a strong empath, but that gift can be burdensome. ❤️

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Timothy W. Dittmer link
5/7/2025 11:44:43

Touching haiku, Gwen. See what you see.

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Gwen M. Plano
5/7/2025 14:28:32

Thank you, Tim. So true -- each of us sees what we see. 🌞

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