

I am starting off with this uplifting quote from Desmond TuTu. A man of great character who inspired millions. He will always be remembered with fondness and respect.

Without the shimmering robe of hope,
Our souls stands naked, exposed
The world looks barren and desolate
Not a flower or tree in sight
Like a fairy, a wisp of light vapor
Condenses into a tangible form of hope
It anchors our heart and soul to life
Gives us a reason to wake up on the morrow
Lifts us up from the doldrums of sorrow
Dresses us in rainbows of dreams imagined
Clothes us, protects us and nurtures us
Without its shimmering robe we are defenseless

Written for;WQW #4 – Topic: Word of the Year or Writer’s Choice, hosted by Marsha
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Beautiful word choice Sadje. I hope 2022 is a better year for all. KL ❤️
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Thank you so much KL!
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Thank you so much KL!
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A wonderful choice. I had not thought of a word for the year, but I think ‘Heal’ would be good too.
Very nice verse and quotes – thank you!
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Thank you so much Jules.
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Beautifully said Sadje. I can add nothing more to your eloquence here.
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Thank you so much Suzette. You’re very kind.
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Always a pleasure. A lovely read.
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💖💖💖
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(hearts)
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😍
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Reblogged this on POETRY…IF NOTHING ELSE and commented:
This is exactly what we All need–HOPE!!!
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Thanks a Zelda! Much appreciated the share.
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It’s an honor.
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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This was so GOOD, it had to be shared! Thank you, thank you–and you also provided me with a post on a busy day, so I’m doubly grateful! Blessings and LOVE, Zelda💖
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Thank you so much Zelda. You’re very kind and encouraging
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I’m very sincere!
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💕
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Wonderful quotes, and beautiful poetry, Sadje. Love this one.
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Thanks Jeff. I was rather proud of this one. I planned to post it as a stand alone poem but then it fitted the topic so well and I was running a bit short on time.
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You’re welcome, Sadje. You should be very proud. It’s a beautiful poem, my friend. Ah, got it. It works wonderfully in this post.
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Thanks a lot
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WELL SAID!!
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Thanks Warren
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Hope.. what a wonderful choice.
And congrats on the new logo, it looks great!
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Thanks Sheri.
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You’re very welcome!
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Wonderful poem Sadje. Hope is the grease in the chain of life.
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Thanks Deb. Yes very well said
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Beautifully written Sadje
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Thank you so much Maria
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😊❤️
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet and commented:
Come And Read these Great Quotes!!!!
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Without hope, life would be unbearable.
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Yes, very true
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A beautiful blend of words❣️❣️
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Thanks a lot Prachi
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Wonderful Sadje!
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Thanks Leigha
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You are welcome.
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😎
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Sadje, that is one of the most beautiful poems I’ve ever read. This is my favorite line, “Dresses us in rainbows of dreams imagined.” It is so metaphoric, just poetic without being hard to understand. Sadje, I hope you don’t mind, but I and using your poem as one of my quotes for my next WQW post which comes out in a few hours. I can’t believe that I’m just reading this, but I am super pokey this week (as usual!) Anyway, be on the lookout for it. It’s a work of art, my friend.
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Thank you so much Marsha. I was very pleased with this poem of mine and I’ll be honored if you use it in your post. Thanks
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Great. I’m still working on my post, putting the finishing touches on it, but I know you will love it. 🙂
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Thanks again.
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Well said!
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Thanks a lot 😍
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You’re most welcome!
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