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A Call to Arms for Women Everywhere
This poem is a celebration of the strength, resilience, and power of women. It is a reminder that no matter what obstacles we face, we have the ability to rise above them and achieve greatness. May it inspire you to embrace your own power and to lift up the women around you.
By Jay V3 years ago in Poets
Love's Eternal Flame
Love, the most powerful force on Earth The essence of our very birth It binds us all with its gentle embrace And fills our lives with beauty and grace
By Nivas3 years ago in Poets
Starting Over: A Poem About Renewal and Growth
When we face challenges or setbacks in life, it can be difficult to find the motivation to keep going. Sometimes, it feels like the weight of the world is on our shoulders and we simply can't move forward. However, there is power in starting over, in taking a deep breath, and in beginning anew.
By The Global Explorer3 years ago in Poets
or am i..
i am darkness to the spark. i am the raging range of void. i am what outruns hope and stars. i am curiosity's untold story.
By ⸘jason alan‽3 years ago in Poets
Legendary.
Marilyn Monroe Cigars Neck Ties Suits "Lonely Nights Sweet Perfume Mmmm..." Brown Eyes Dapper Hair Copyright 2023, Rev. Nnedi Iwuchukwu, BA, B.Msc., M.Msc, LMT, LMI, MMP, RYT-200, AINS (GA-TX), CTP-EA
By Princess Rev. Nnedi Iwuchukwu, M.Msc., LMT, LMI, MMP, Yogi 3 years ago in Poets
French Press
Early rise...Coarse beans, whistling kettle, watch the clock... Press, pour, sip…alive.
By Kristen Balyeat3 years ago in Poets
"Java - An Versatile"
In a world of code and commands, There lies a language that expands, With Java, the possibilities are vast, A programming language that's built to last.
By Sathya prabha3 years ago in Poets
The Magic of Writing
The moment I sit down to write Is both exciting and a little frightening. My mind is full of possibilities, And my pen is poised for lightning.
By Nivas3 years ago in Poets
The Power of Presence
Memories and hopes Are but constructs of the mind Our real time is NOW.
By Elizabeth MacKinnon3 years ago in Poets
The Appointment
Missed a meeting? Late? Two shits passing in their spite? Get a proper watch! * Thank you for reading! If you liked this poem, you can add your Insights, Comment, leave a Heart, Tip, Pledge, or Subscribe. I will appreciate any support you have shown for my work.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in Poets
The Book
To enter this world and uncover what it holds, simply flip the page.
By Annie Edwards 3 years ago in Poets
On the wall
Small hands points to hours Big hand stretches to minutes Tallying the days loss
By Joseph McCain3 years ago in Poets