Thursday, April 11, 2019
Jasmine's Wish Fulfilled
In 2011, I found myself traveling down a road I never dreamed I would. I have written poetry as long as I can remember. I write whatever comes into my head. All feelings, all problems faced directly. Some were based on personal experiences, others just on observations of the world. I usually write in the first person, so no one would feel targeted should they happen upon one of my notebooks and read a poem. I wanted everyone to know they were not alone, even if I would not let them see my words. Because of one teacher, rarely would I let anyone outside of my immediate family see my scribbles. My daughter, Jasmine did send one of my poems out for a contest. When it was selected to be published, she felt she had proof my poems should be in a book. I let her send them off and when no response was ever received, I declared the proof on my side. She read every thing I wrote and never stopped encouraging me to put them out into the world. But, I never let her talk me into sharing again.
JASMINE'S WISH
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You did fulfill Jasmine's wish beautifully!My husband and I are enjoying every poem in your books and I'm sure many others do as well who read your poems! Today we live in a fast-paced world and everyone is in a rush even when they should slow down and enjoy the written word. Most will read a book and move to the next one. People rarely stop and let the author know how much they like their work.
ReplyDeleteYou're right, people don't mind spending money on useless things but they expect the work of authors to be free. It's a sad world where people don't appreciate and value the work of others.
Huggles, thank you so much for everything, your friendship, your encouragement and your help are all treasures I hold dear.
DeleteA beautiful blog--heartfelt as the resonating rhymes you write. I think Jasmine is one of the voices in your head, urging you to keep writing--and publishing! We'd be at a loss without your poetry. Call me a fan-girl!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, I think Jasmine is one of the voices I hear too, she is beside me all the way.
DeleteHer legacy lives on through your beautiful words. You have inspired and helped so many. xx
ReplyDeletethank you, I hope my words to give some encouragement and the strength to believe everything can work out for the best.
DeleteYou poetry is beautiful. Thank for standing up to fears and misgivings and having the courage to write and publish.
ReplyDeleteHuggles thank you for your words of encouragement.
DeleteLovely poetry,Cindy. Straight from the heart.
ReplyDeletethank you
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