“…Lives of great men all remind us
We can make our lives sublime,
And, departing, leave behind us
Footprints on the sands of time…”
It’s the fourth week of the month! Time for a theme prompt at Colleen’s 2020 Weekely Poetry Challenge. Pat R. from last month’s challenge picked the theme. The theme this week is the quote above taken from A Psalm of Life by Henry Wadsworth.
LIVE
Great men remind us
do what gives your life purpose
find your life’s passion
Our time on Earth is a gift
Live your life to the fullest
I believe I’ve found the work that gives my life purpose and passion. Writing has become part of what makes me who I am, and I eat, sleep and breathe stories. Seriously, I don’t know what my life would be like or how I would go on without writing.
That being said, I do enjoy other activities like reading, being out in nature, kayaking, drawing, photography, fashion, baking . . . I love spending time with my family and playing with my dog, Scribbles. I have an adventurous spirit and relish traveling to different parts of the world and learning about other cultures, meeting new people and trying things I’ve never tried before.
Wishing everyone a fabulous day! Live your best life!
It’s great to find your calling in life. Great poem. Thanks for sharing something so personal, Vashti.
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It sure is, my friend. Thank you! I’m happy you liked the poem. It’s always a pleasure sharing with my online family. ❤
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Super post, Vashti. Have a great weekend.
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I’m so glad you think so, John. You have a great weekend too! ❤
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Reblogged this on DENIS LEVIEUX PHOTOGRAPHE INFOGRAPHISTE.
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Thanks for the reblog, Denis! 😀 Have a fabulous weekend!
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Poem nicely done. Lovely photograph. 🙂
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Thank you very much! 😀
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You are welcome. 🙂
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An outstanding take on the prompt, Vashti! Living life to the fullest is something we should all aspire to do. 😊
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You’re right, my friend❣️Thank you. Enjoy your weekend!
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😊I plan on snuggling down under the warm blankets and reading this weekend. Bliss. I hope yours is awesome, Vashti! 🤗
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It does sound like bliss.😊💕
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I love, “Our time on earth is a gift!” So true, and how lucky to find our passion in writing. Thanks, Vashti and have a great weekend xo
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Hi, Denise! I’m happy you enjoyed the poem. We’re definitely two lucky gals. You have an awesome weekend too!🥰
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I love your pictures and visuals xoxoxo
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Thank you, Kat❣️
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I love living the life to the fullest. We only have one life to live and should make it count. I enjoyed your poem, Vashti. I like the name of your dog! ❤
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You’re right, my friend. I’m happy you liked the poem. I’ll let Scribbles know you like his name.😘 Have a delightful weekend❣️
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Great poem! I love kayaking as well. If I’m out in nature, I’m happy. 😊
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Thank you, Yvette❣️Kayaking can be invigorating and peaceful at the same time. I love it. I feel the same way. Being out in nature makes me happy.😊💕
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I like the joy you express! (K)
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Awww. Thank you, my friend❣️I can’t help it when I’m talking about the things I love.
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Spot on Vashti.. finding that niche in life that makes you happy is fundamental…♥
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Absolutely! Thank you, Sally!💗
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Great post, Vashti! Like Miriam, I love the name Scribble, too! Enjoy your weekend. ❤
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Hi, Jill! Scribbles is going to be so happy when I tell him about all the compliments he’s gotten.😘 Thank you! Enjoy your weekend too❣️
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My life would be lesser, if not for having connected with you! Thank you for all the caring and sharing. I believe you were born a writer! 🙂
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Annette! You made tears well up in my eyes! You’re such a sweet, kind soul. I’m blessed to know you, my friend.💞
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Vashti, I am glad you found your niche and purpose in life. I love your writing and look forward to all your future writing endeavors.
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That means so much coming from you, Karen. Thank you! I appreciate you.💖 Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
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A great reminder Vashti.! Please check the name of the poem that you have quoted.
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Hi, Balroop! I made the correction. Thank you for looking out for me. I appreciate you.😙💕
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Fabulous Found Poetry, Vashti! I love this! ❤
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Yay! I’m so happy you liked it, Sis! I wasn’t completely sure what I was doing.😅 I knew what message I wanted to get across, but I didn’t quite get the concept of “Found Poetry.” I’m ecstatic that I got it right.💗
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Sis, Found poetry is a type of poetry created by taking words, phrases, and sometimes whole passages from other sources and reframing them by making changes in spacing and lines, or by adding or deleting text, thus imparting new meaning. Sue Vincent did an excellent version of a found poem, as well. You guys are the best!
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Awww! Thank you. ❤
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Such a lovely response to the prompt 😊. Way to live life.. like it isn’t promised. And Scribbles, a great name for a dog!
Pat
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Hi, Pat! Thank you very much! I’m glad you like Scribbles’ name. He’s thrilled with all the compliments he’s getting. He’s such a sweet, smart and affectionate doggie. I love my little writing buddy. Enjoy the rest of your weekend❣️
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You too! 😊
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Reblogged this on Where Genres Collide Traci Kenworth YA Author & Book Blogger for all Genres as well as craft books and commented:
Nice!
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Thanks for reblogging, Traci! ❤
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You’re welcome, Vashti!
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I agree with you, Vashti! If I didn’t write, I don’t know what the heck I would do! 🙂 i love the poem. Have a great weekend!
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Thank you, Jan! Enjoy the rest of the week, my friend! ❤
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It is wonderful to find your life’s calling!
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It does feel good. I wish everyone would find their life’s calling, the world would be a better place. 😀 xo
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Gorgeous Vashti. Stay blessed. ❤
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Thank you, my friend! You stay blessed too. ❤ xo
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A lovely poem, Vashti. I have absolutely no poetic inspiration at the moment at all. It feels like all my creativity is going into my artwork right now.
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That’s okay, Robbie. I’m sure what you’re working on will be magnificent. I find it hard to work on several creative projects at the same time too. Thank you! ❤
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A beautiful poem Vashti. May you continue to enjoy your Life purpose and passions…
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Thank you for the kind words, Brigid. I’m happy you enjoyed the poem. ❤
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A lovely piece, Vashti. 🙂 I share your love for the outdoors. When I’m on the water, I feel whole and one with nature… tranquil and at peace. Wishing you a fabulous week ahead. Thanks for sharing. xo
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Hi, Natalie! I love the ocean and the beach too. Thank you! Enjoy the rest of the week, my friend! ❤
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I’m the same, found my calling in life. Taken me a while to get here Vashti… but glad I did. Lovely poem. And thanks for the promo for The Curse of Time yesterday on Insta stories. Appreciate it. ❤ x
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I’m happy for you, Marje. It’s a wonderful feeling. It’s always a pleasure to promote my friends’ work. Thank you! ❤ xo
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Aww, thank you Vashti. ❤ xxx
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A lovely, positive message, Vashti. And aside from the beautiful poem and your love of writing, it’s nice to hear about the other things in your life that bring you joy. ❤
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Thank you so much, my friend. I appreciate you. Enjoy the rest of the week! ❤ xo
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