~ Orchid ~

I so love this...It's going on my list (both of them!).  And I will say no more.  Beautiful, Duende
Willow

I knew you would love this :-)    
   
Sometimes words aren't necessary...    
   
Thank you for your comment and the RL adds!    
They are deeply appreciated and cherished, dear Willow!

Thank you so much for your comment, Aemelia!

It was inspired by my favorite poem, but also by the many poems I read here and the many women who struggle with life, their past, heartache and insecurities... all of a sudden I saw myself in other stories and this one needed to be written :-)

But... you are right: this is for ALL women!

How to reply on a comment such as yours?

That you shared my youtube link on facebook means so much to me! I started the poem with a note, because I really wanted people to know about that poem, for me it was life altering!

I fully agree with you that 'we' need to hear things from other women, that's why I decided to write the poem!

Thank you so much for your words :-)

This is a truly special poem. I love it on so many levels.
Awesomeness 😄

Thank you so much, dear!

That you love this poem means more to me than words can express...

I like the way you transform what are usually considered to be personality flaws into assets.  Volatility can be passion!  You must be the most supportive of friends, Duende.  You seem to have a kind and non-critical heart.  The poem's a marvel in its wording and structure, blossoming like an orchid.  Fine work!    

You left me a bit speechless, Crowfly...  
   
That first sentence...  transforming what are considered to be flaws into assets is what I wanted to reveal in this poem! It took me years and years of struggling to accept myself (still not fully there yet) to be able to see that being different doesn't mean being a failure...  
   
Thank you so much for your comment, the reading list add and for calling my heart kind and non-critical... I really appreciate that :-)

I want to thank you for this love


-Howlings

You're welcome, love!

Thank you so much for your words and taking her home with you!

Thank you so much for your comment and the reading list, Adam!

Your words are really appreciated :-)

Fluidly expressed compassion n understanding... a testament to your character, n a truly inspiring piece!

You always make me smile, Poetik!  
 
Thank you so much for calling this piece inspiring!  
 
Testament to my character? Don't know how to reply on that, but know that I'm blushing ;-)  
 
Your words and support mean so much to me!

Duende.....smh*.....this made me tear up and I want you to know I felt as if you were speaking to me....that right there is what poetry is all about...I shall be printing this gem....after in ma'list it goes...

xoxo Taryn

Dear Taryn... how to reply on a comment like yours?

Thank you for letting me know that it felt like I was speaking to you, that means so much to me! I had that with the poem that was the inspiration for this piece... I read it over and over again, while tears kept rolling down my face, because it felt like she was speaking to me...

Printing this gem? Never ever could I have dreamt of someone printing my ink... I don't have the words to express how much that means to me!

Thank you!
Love, Duende

wow lovely Duende that is some special loving you're describing here..

damn lady you have a beautiful pen..

love Brenda

Dear Crim, you blew me away with your comment!  
   
To hear I have a beautiful pen from someone of your caliber means the world to me!  

I'm so glad to hear you love this one :-)     
Thank you so much for your heartwarming words!  
   
Love, Duende

Men need the same. We just hide it better. Lol Nice ink!

I know men need the same, but this poem was inspired by a poem for women and also by some women I met here and some poems I've read here...  
 
Maybe I will write a male version one day ;-)  
 
Thank you for your comment and the continuous support!

This is a beautiful piece Duende. I love it from start to finish (and the image goes quite nicely with it). I really like Warsan Shire myself (some of her work is featured in Beyoncé's Lemonade visual album). I really like the piece you are talking about. Quite lovely.

Thank you so much for your comment, Eswaller!  
 
I'm glad to hear you love this one and that you like Warsan Shire :-)  
It was this piece and the emotions it evoked which inspired me to start writing the poetry! Thank you for mentioning the picture... I knew I didn't want an orchid, so it was a long search before I found the right one! I really appreciate your words!

Awe Duende......gorgeous write my friend........luv the truth so well written in such tenderness.......brilliant.......purple luv & hugs xo :)

Thank you so much for your comment, lovely flowergirl!

I'm so happy to hear you love this one :-)
Calling this piece brilliant... I can't ask for more...

I so appreciate you!
Love, Duende

Duende, such an inspired masterpiece! Such lovely, flowing words to describe a most beautiful woman. A woman to be treasured.
Really loved this one, well done...

Thank you so much, dear Kasai!  
   
I'm so glad to hear you love this one and calling this a masterpiece means a lot to me!
I can't ask for more! I really appreciate your words :-)

Thank you so much, Boian!

Great to hear you love this one :-)

Beautiful words of truth. 💓
Many women do not see or know of the truth strength in which they carry within. Especially under the layers of their pain and insecurities.  
Thank you for sharing such a beautiful masterpiece.

Thank you so much, lovely Heart ♥

You make me blush by calling this a masterpiece :-)
To be honest... most days I don't see my own strength, but after reading so many stories from women who go through the same struggles I needed to write this!

I really appreciate your visit and words!

I found this truly heartwarming and reassuring that I am not alone 💜

I found perfection in your words! A special write this one how could I not add this to my reading list?! :)

You're definitely not alone!    
   
Thank you so much for your heartwarming comment and the reading list add, that means a lot to me! I appreciate your words... always nice to see someone new on my page :-)

***gratefully speechless***

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That's an amazing comment, Jade!
 
Thank you so much... honored by the reading list add :-)

Yes!! You were right I loved this ink!  Speaks to me in a powerful manner.  Makes me proud of my uniqueness and confident someone will accept and appreciate my strong mindedness!  Thank you for sharing!

Thank you so much for your comment!

I'm glad I mentioned it and grateful that you love it!
Great to hear it makes you feel proud of your uniqueness :-)

You truly are...

Amazing and truly self-giving writing a poem for the "strong-driven" women who are often misunderstood and overlooked.  As the Author of Orchid, you give them a sense to belong, to be accepted, and a place of recognition and honor where otherwise they are like outcasts peeping from the outside as the prim and fragile win the hearts of suitors.

This is truly a gem....a MASTERPIECE.....:)

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comment and the reading list add!

Calling this write a masterpiece means more to me than words can express!

I really appreciate your visit and words :-)

firstly, my gratitude to you [from here, beneath my rock] for the introduction to miss shire's body of work.
your poem stands side by side so beautifully & truly you live up to your non de plume with such evocative work.
brava indeed
xo

You're welcome!

I really wanted to introduce Warsan Shire's poem, because that poem started my writing process! Normally I write on music, so it was quite a challenge to write on a poem... I am ever so grateful that you think they stand side by side so beautifully :-)

Saying that I live up to my name means the world to me!

Thank you so much! XD

Stunning... Poetry personified to perfection!!

This poem means a lot to me and so does your comment! Thank you very much!

An affirming write for any woman who feels put down too much.