snow, sorrow, solitude, and silence
the beginning of my 75th year
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a time to reflect and listen deeply
finding the thread of gratitude
that weaves seemingly discrete moments
into a simple life of love and learning
transcending contexts of conflicts
over transitory illusions of control
while noticing beauty in unexpected places
even during the most trying transitions
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Voices from the Margins 
Beautiful poem and pictures, Carol. And a happy Birthday from a fellow February girl.
miriam
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Thank you so much for your kind and lovely comments, Miriam. Sending my gratitude, along with a belated happy birthday wish. 💜
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oh how it resonates – thank you for writing, Carol
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Barbara, thank you so much for thoughtful, lovely comments. Sending my best wishes to you. 💜
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Carol, at 74 this touches me deeply.
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It’s always a gift to hear from you, Michael. Thank you so much for your kind words. Sending my best wishes. 💜
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Happy Birthday, Carol. Wishing you the best. Bob
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Ah, dear friend, thank you for the birthday wishes. I look forward to hearing more about your newest project, and am always grateful to see your lovely posts. 💜
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Such beautiful, poignant reflections. Happy Birthday, my friend. 💜
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Thank you the thoughtful birthday wishes and lovely comments, Carrie. Sending gratitude for your kindness and friendship through the years. 💜
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Amen; a lovely poem; a happier rest of the year to you. 🌷
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Thank you so much for your kindness, UM! 💜
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Beautiful words of wisdom and encouragement Carol! 🧡🌈 Happy birthday 🎂
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Your thoughtful, lovely comments and kindness are precious gifts, Karen. Thank you. Sending my best wishes to you. 💜
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In the shadow of all the conflicts and turmoil on this planet, you always give peace with what you share, dear Carol. And I wish that this peaceful heart and mind of yours will give us and many more peace in the same way in many more years. Happy birthday my dear earthling friend!
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Dear Migo, it is always a gift to hear from you. Thank you so much for your kindness throughout the years. Sending my gratitude and best wishes to you, WD, and ZED. 💜
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We are sending our best wishes to you too, dear Carol! WD and Zed hug you!.:)
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What a great photo of either the sunset or sunrise and the ice cycle. WOW.
“…while noticing beauty in unexpected places
even during the most trying transitions.”
I would be so proud of myself if I could actually do this more. Actually really being in the “now,” regardless of what’s happening. But so, so, so, so, so, so hard, I find.
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Your lovely comments are always a gift that makes me smile, Stacey. Thank you! 💜
I wish I could say it’s easy to “stay in the moment of gratitude,” but even after 75 years of practice, it’s still a challenge. 😎
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Such meaningful lines… a beautiful poem, Carol. Wishing you a wonderful year and many happy returns! Much love n prayers 💞 🙏
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Thank you so much for sharing your lovely comments and blessing, Iris. Sending love and gratitude to you, kind friend. 💜
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Happy Birthday Carol. I love the tranquil beauty of the monochrome photograph and the moving struggle within the poem.
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful, lovely comments, Andrea. Sending my gratitude and best wishes to you. 💜
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Beautiful words from a beautiful lady, Happy Birthday dear one
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Ah, dear Eddie, chi miigwetch for your always kind words and friendship over the years. 💜
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you’re welcome my dear friend
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hugs
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I’m coming to the party late but wish you a wonderful new year of living. And the colors in that photo are breathtaking.
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Thank you, dear Skywalker. Your presence is always a gift. 💜
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Carol, I loved your poetic words and images. You published the poem on my birthday. I try to remain low key but find myself happy to have lived and experienced so much through travel to many countries. Be well and thanks for stopping by my site. Do drop by for another visit. 🙂
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Thank you for your thoughtful, lovely comments, Mary Ann. Wishing you a wonderful birthday and sending my gratitude and best wishes. 💜
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Carol, thank you for your wishes and gratitude. Both very much appreciated. ❤
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Thank you for sharing a part of your world!!… hope you have the mostest Happy Birthday ever and the day, every day and all your presents were filled with love and happiness!!.. 🙂
Until we meet again..
May your day be touched
by a bit of Irish luck,
Brightened by a song
in your heart,
And warmed by the smiles
of people you love.
(Irish Saying)
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Thank you for your always kind and lovely comments, Dutch, and for sharing the same hope, beauty, and kindness on your blog. Sending my gratitude and best wishes to you. 💜
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