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Béa's avatar

I've tried capturing these exact feelings for years in my writing.. this hits deep. I guess, yes, the trick is to keep believing enough to open those doors, right? And yet.... thanks for this poem.

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

I'm so happy it resonated with you! Here's to being open and excited for what's coming <3

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mj 🍤's avatar

i've been trying to figure out what the heck to say because i've had this page open in a tab since it was posted. only occasionally do i get a poem that i'm not just appreciating the form or cleverness of. one that really digs in deep. perhaps it's the brevity, the succinct splash of liquid words that flow so cleanly. perhaps it's the dedication to an experience we've all had, of denying ourselves a joy in pursuit of what? a second marshmallow? i still haven't really said any of what i feel about this poem. it rules. love it. pinning it to my wall high school locker style.

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

This is the best compliment EVER! Thank you! I am SO GLAD it spoke to you :)

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Kristina Augusta 🦊🐙's avatar

Gourmet poem!

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Jane McBride's avatar

This one really got me this morning. <3

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Sending all my appreciation! Hope it pointed you towards more magic:)

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Karin Sometimes's avatar

Love this, a poet's take on waiting.

"to bite the neck of someone new" sublime

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Thanks that makes me smile:)

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Amanda's avatar

Felt every syllable of this. Beautiful

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Highest compliment for a poet <3 Thank you!

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T R Poulson's avatar

Kelly never fails to disappoint. My favorite of this group is "How You Respond to the Rain." All of these, but "Rain" most of all, have so much packed into every line. Kelly is also an incredible teacher and writing coach.

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Thank you so much, T. Means so much coming from an awesome poet like YOU <3

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michael weber's avatar

i may not remember all your words

but i will remember the trip

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Exactly <3

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michael weber's avatar

wonderful

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Thanks for reading and commenting. Means SO MUCH!

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Donna Spruijt-Metz's avatar

Great poem, Kelly

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Kelly Grace Thomas's avatar

Thanks, beauty <3 Sending all my love!

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