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"There would be no re-deciding." That says so much.

I like the way the last three words descend down the page to reinforce the message "Slide back down."

This is a very powerful 50 word piece, Sharron. Nice work.

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I liked re-deciding as well.

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Thank you, Jim. I don't know how you find time to read everyone so faithfully. I appreciate your comments always.

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Beautiful words, Sharron - and I love the line breaks - that's such a clever idea! I've read this poem out loud twice, and love it even more.

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You could have got a text to speech app to read it out, to save energy

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🤣

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Yes, I suppose I could! If only I knew what a "text to speech app" is... However, if it requires a smart phone, that leaves me out. I don't have one.

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Thank you. You have such a busy life, I am always so surprised and honored that you find a few minutes to read my posts.

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Very good, Sharron. I like work that speaks of agency, of determination

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Well, yes, however long it may take to rally up that determination. RIght?

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Yes. 😉

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This reminds me of poet E. E. Cummings, who used clever line breaks.

How many times have I decided something.....then re-decided? Many.

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Me too. What is good, is when we remember that re-decision is even possible! Thank you, Heather.

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Re-deciding defines my life on Substack, ha! I loved this poem, Sharron. Thanks so much for the shout-out.

Also, I may have to ask John for a print of “Abalone” one of these days. Such a breathtaking photo!

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It was a beautiful photo and a very provocative prompt. Thanks

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Makes one wonder about the back story - she burnt that bridge down. 👍!

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Yes. I think that ship has sailed... oh well....

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