A beginning (to the start) of the end

When it's time to move on then move on.  You will find love again.  Keep on writing you strong beautiful smart sexy woman.

You definitely nailed it, Francisco!
Thanks so much for reading
🌹

I am glad you enjoyed the soothing balm, T.. Har Har.... I joke...
It's all about understanding THAT... One's own self worth. It sometimes takes a while to really appreciate how importantly vital that really is. Sometimes it takes a lightning strike, or a certain eloquence of words that out of nowhere can stick with you... forcing welcomed change.

Thanks for taking the time here and for leaving your thoughts with me... I wholly appreciate it.

🌹 B

I'm not sure which is more difficult letting go or moving on. We are always somewhere in between.
Beautifully writen.
❣️🙏🏼

I definitely agree with that, 100%, KP
Sometimes we need to adopt and embrace an extreme mindset for a spell, to accomplish both.

I really value and cherish your thoughts.
Thank you so much for being present and for always leaving insightful, helpful and encouraging words.... Your opinions, artful eye and unique mindset have only added a beautiful sense of worth and joy to my time here

I can't thank you enough for that - 🙏🏻
🌹 B

Very strong.  I like to see a writer show their fortitude, their belief in themselves.  Such as you did here.  And then I admire the quality of the write.  As you also displayed here.  Good stuff, you.

Hey there, S :)
Thank you for stopping by and for leaving me your thoughts. I'm stoked and delighted that you found a bit of strength, here.

I'm appreciative, my friend 🙏🏻

Much obliged,
🌹 - B
x

Dearest, Lady Blue,
This is a manifestyo masterpiece...a declaration of independence; a clawing  back of control; a realization of divine worth. This happy piece made me want to be better.
Two passages sang to,
"lessons of lifetimes  
learned in  
delicate gravity"

and  this one describe well tyhe etoos of your writing,
"the mythos  
of my own story  
woven in prideful narrative  
humble and heartfelt "

Bravissima, dear, precious poet💖🌹

((super duper hugs))  
You blow me away and leave me humbly breathless with such impactful and moving comments. Thank you Thank you...
Thank you - 💙  

All my deepest, warmest and most heartfelt gratitude, BB

💋 💋 💋 💋 💋
-💙
B
🐻💞🐰

"when peace  
is chance found  
fated perhaps destined  
to lift heavy clouds  
from stagnation  
revealing...  "
I liked those illuminating words, the palpable emotion of "heavy clouds", removing all barriers that makes us see better.

Insight spill Ms. Blue.

I am all smiles that you found a smidgen of insight, Walter! To me, I feel incredibly fortunate that I was able to do so, in even the smallest amount.  

My gratitude is all yours for your kind and truly generous visits. The time you invest in me here, is never unnoticed and I deeply thank you... for everything, my friend 🙏🏻  
 
Much obliged—  
🌹-B

Dear BV,

I like that. Evolving and appreciating oneself. Learning and growing. All good. A lot of times I forget I’ve done this the day before and must start over but I suppose that’s the gerbil wheel for me. In this poem I hear the sound of cautious acceptance.
More importantly that moving on isnt so scary. We can do it and land on our feet. I’m on board with that. Excellent write. H🌷

Hey there, Honoria.  
 
I really enjoyed the description of what you felt while reading and what you, yourself took away from the poem, itself. I definitely agree with you, about cautious optimism. That's where my mind is and has been and where my thoughts have been percolating, gathering the fortitude and grit (to borrow Cipher's really great word choice! ) that I believe I have, just under the surface. Eventually, I hope to be doing what's ultimately needed and best in my quest for happiness, a healthier me and the continuation of growth in positive and constructive ways. Well, as much as I can muster, anyway..... lol... I hope to surround myself with light and good choices; grasping at possibility with both hands and experiencing all the really great things I've been blindly denying Myself. Finally getting back out into the world, leaving behind that which anchors me and holds me back. That which I make excuses for, telling myself that it's healthy and not hindering, only because it's become so comfortable.  Change is hard because it's really uncomfortable and that makes it scary.... I am currently in the midst of addressing that fear.  
 
Yeah, this might have been a bit of a swan song, I suppose... lol...  
 
Thank you for sharing your insightful thoughts, my friend. It's always such a great treat and a really honest pleasure. Plus, you allow me to sum up a lot of things that I might of previously not known were in dire need of summing up!.... 😁... Good call!... *wink  
 
Thanks, again  
and all my warmest appreciation, dear lady!  
🌹-B  
x

Beyond time and space, the only thing that changes is perspective. Reality seems somehow camouflaged, out of phase,  crowded with ghosts, and yet a twist of fate, the blink of an eye, a faint push of the angle of incidence, and the world transforms. You've seen something reorienting on the horizon. Excited humbleness. Retroflection of an original self. Use that compass. Volunteer to be yourself....it's inspiring.

I am definitely proceeding towards that particular direction, using my retooled compass and a newfound will coupled with the desire for authenticity. Practicing the art of self volunteering, has been eye opening.... I am looking forward to honing my skills.


Thank you—...... I am truly inspired

🌹 - B

BV I interpret this majestic poem as a fascinating glimpse into the summations of your personal poetic memoirs.
I love being immersed into your growth and quest for happiness that is encapsulated by this incredibly beautiful poem.
Your gratitude towards the therapies of poetry is as equally rewarding to us who share resonating journeys documented through poetry.
This is yet another awe-inspiring poem Susan that soars among the pages of DUP.
Your gracious poetic artistry wonderfully displays growth, acceptance, and destiny.
You undeniably have unimaginable passion, purpose, and magic
in poetry and in life.
Be Brave & Live the Life of your Dreams Susan!!!!

Thank you for your awe inspiring and truly magical sentiments, Ron..... I'm so sincerely appreciative 🙏🏻  

You're always such a welcomed sight and pure joy to behold on my page. ;) Your authentic genuineness, emanates like no other. It's a rare and unique quality that impresses indelibly of your specific warmth and supportive nature. I count my blessings, that I have been so fortunate to feel your compassionate glow and I'll forever feel that gratitude, deep in my bones.

I corral my courage, dear friend....
Here's to making dreams into a reality!!  
✨💫✨  

Much love and respect,
🌹 - 💙
xoxo
—Susan

Yes.. you decide now. That is the only way.


hugs,
buddhakitty.

Fucking A, it certainly is.


Biggest hugs -

(a heartfelt thank you for being so cool and the voice of needed experience inside my head, I didn't realize how much I would end appreciating it. I will always remember how valuable that is/was and I'll be eternally lucky I stumbled across it.)

You make a difference, bk... don't ever forget that.  

Here's to the potential of a dream turned real, to one day being able to finally sit down to our mad hatter tea service!! ... What a beautiful dream to aspire towards... lol *wink  
Cheers! 🍵*tink*🍵  

Much love and endless respect,
🌹 —Susan
x

Damn, Rew... If I could jump through my screen right now, to turn cyber hug into IRL hug, NOW would definitely be the time. ((super cyberhugs)) A deep and heartfelt 'Thank You' for the true solidarity, my lovely friend 🙏🏻... Sincerely.

I am choosing to rise up from the purposeful juvenile dramatic BS, the lies and the catfishing-filled cesspool of muck, to shine as best as I can.

BEING, what it is that I truly enjoy from others. That's all I can ask of myself. Also, a reminder to keep my personal life, private, going forward. Only poetry, being that small window.

Don't ever shut up!! 👍🏻 .... *wink
I love your poetic voice, keep it loud and proud!


All my gratitude and appreciation for having my back - 💙

🌹 - B

Starting with endings is effective and wise, a nod to the endless cycles of being. A story is always begun in the midst of something, at the end of something. Your stanzas are gorgeously staggered in organic flow of thought, as if you were sitting before us, under the hot moon of the klieg light. That kind of presence requires a willingness to let it all flow out and not be caught in second guessing. You have awesome command of the dimensions of the art, which all hinges upon intimate revelation.

Hey Daniel :)
Your beautifully poetic comments are the much needed balm or maybe the soothing tonic of loveliness that my heart, mind and soul remember DU being the very source of.... Ahhhh.... It's such a pleasurable (and missed) feeling. I am extremely grateful to be able to bask within it, once again .... All my humble and honest gratitude for such kind sentiments. I believe your thoughtfulness and insight bloom the very sweetest and best parts of simple humanity— "Treat others how you wish to be treated" ... It starts there, methinks... I am just super lucky that it also comes with your distinctive erudite elegance, too.... *wink

I am so happy you enjoyed reading, dear friend.

All my warmest regards ✨
🌹 - 💙
Susan

It's my pleasure. Time and tide change all things and I suppose the challenge is to stay engaged with the living moment, rather than looking through the eyes of the past. So many of the people I really connected with are gone, I treasure those that remain and hope to forge new friendships.

I'm sorry you're going through what you're going through.


-Charles

Much appreciated sentiments, my friend 🙏🏻  
I am strong and not easily dissuaded from staying my particular course.... Especially after clearing my head  
 
 
Thank you so very much - 💙  
x  
—B

I enjoyed the flow of your poem.  I love the take it back attitude.

LJ

Hey there Lj :)
I am loving your pic filter.... Purple is one of my favorite colors!! 👍🏻 💜..... Looks great on you!  

Much obliged, for your kind words. I feel so grateful that you enjoyed the flow and the much needed self discovery.... It means a lot - 🙏🏻  

I hope you are doing well,  
warmest regards,  
🌹 - 💙  
—B

Powerful! Thank you for sharing!

Very much appreciated! Thanks so much for visiting and for leaving me your thoughts....

Warm regards,
🌹 - B

Missed this one ... righteous write B ...

Awww... thanks for that, LilD.


Very much obliged—🌹

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