She walked through fire
but was not burnt by it
She treaded deep water
but not overcome by it
She braved the howling wind
but not moved by it
She faced diversity on earth
but not usurped by it
The contest of courage
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Reena’s Exploration Challenge – Week 48
Eugenia
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Hmm. I like this poem, Eugenia. Inspiring and positive. 🙂
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Thank you so much!
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A beautiful poem! Inspiring! 💙
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Thank you so much, Patty!
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It was very inspiring.
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Thank you!
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gave me a sense of holding myself above the pain and suffering, knowing it is all temporary. beautiful Eugenia, you uplift me with this today.
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I am delighted you enjoyed my poem. Thank you!
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you are welcome. much enjoyed!
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She was a champion!
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Yes, she was!
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Pressing on, unencumbered, shackle free, with goal in site from the get go… Now, this is the way to journey forth… Well done, Eugenia. You are unstoppable, the Unsinkable Molly Brown.
Happy TGIF from Tennessee!
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Thank you, Michael! Happy TGIF from Georgia!
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Beautiful…. Reminds me of my mother’s challenges … Diane
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Yes, mine too and sometimes my own. How are you, Diane?
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I’m hanging in there… some days are hard… thanks for asking… Diane
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That was great. When I read your poetry, I feel like my words are not even good enough to compliment it. You are very talented.
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Aww, your words are always appreciated. Thank you for your very kind comment and have a great weekend.
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Really great poem of strength and courage! Wonderfully done!!!
xoxoxo
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Thank you, Chuck! xoxo
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Reblogged this on Reena Saxena.
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Hi, Franci!
Somehow, the pingback has not worked. I saw this in the blogroll. Pasting the link on the Challenge wall now.
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Beautiful and inspiring.
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Thank you!
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You are welcome.
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Such an excellent poem dear Eugenia, Arrgh to Overcome All the ‘elements’ is inspiring..
Long may she overcome any storm in her path. ❤
Lovely to arrive upon your door again my friend. ❤
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We all must remain strong, Sue. Thank you for your visit.
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I’ve had times like that in my life. I’ve had times when it didn’t go this smooth either. Very well said.
Have a fabulous weekend. ♥
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Thank you! xoxo
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Fearlessness is in faith. A beautiful post!!
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Thank you very much!
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This is so powerful and spirit-lifting. Loved every word 🙂
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Thank you! 🙂
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You’re welcome 🙂
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Such a powerful and encouraging poem!
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Thank you so much, KaylaAnn!
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Check out my latest post friend, I believe you will be pleased 🙂
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The last line brings up a question …. contest with whom? Many-a-times, a lot of strength is taken up in fighting unknown forces.
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