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Jun 20Liked by augmented man

Beautiful, poignant and resonated with me both as a poet and a lover of words and the impact they can have on our lives. Thank you for sharing this. It made my day.

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Thank you, Rosy. Your words honor the essence of poetry and its profound impact. I’m glad it resonated deeply with you.

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Jun 19Liked by augmented man

I felt a sense of determination and self-respect emerging as I read your poem. It’s as if your words are a call to action, urging us to recognize our own strength and potential.

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Your interpretation means a lot to me. Encouraging readers to recognize their own strength and potential is exactly what I hoped to achieve with this poem. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

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This poem resonates deeply with me. The imagery of rain washing away old stains and the persistence of a thirsty man at a mirage are particularly powerful. It speaks to the resilience and transformative power of words.

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Didier, thank you for your heartfelt response. I’m glad the imagery spoke to you.

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