Tag: endurance
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Instructions on Not Giving Up
In this intimate bop poem, I wrestle with the quiet weariness of everyday survival—when hope feels faint, and strength seems forgotten. Yet with each refrain, the heart keeps beating, reminding me that persistence is its own kind of grace. “Instructions on Not Giving Up” is a lyrical prayer for beginning again, tenderly teaching us that…
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Grains of Time: The Erosion of Love and Habit #BlogchatterA2Z #poetry
The clock ticks, not in seconds but in the slow erosion of stone, each moment wearing away the sharp edges of a life lived in familiarity. A steady, persistent rhythm of routine, arguments, and silences, where love lingers not with passion but with quiet endurance—a constant reminder of presence, even in absence.
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Strength in Stillness: A Tanka on Resilience #W3Prompt
Strength isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s a quiet pulse, hidden in the shadows, waiting to rise. This tanka reflects on the resilience that grows softly within us, steady and enduring.
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The Last Few Miles: A Harrowing Journey of Endurance and Reflection
Embark on a harrowing journey of endurance and reflection as we delve into the challenges and revelations encountered in the last few miles of life’s journey. Join us as we confront the harsh realities of mortality and the indomitable human spirit.
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