Silver streams fall on her face,
as years hide within her grace,
memories of wisdom gained,
recall all gifts she obtained.
She sees all that tries to hide,
holds her tongue keeps thoughts inside,
will not compromise her light,
always stands for what feels right.
Finding beauty in all things,
accepting destiny’s ring.
Laughing off what may annoy,
celebrates only pure joy.
Sitting silent at debates,
never adding any hate,
bringing peace when she arrives,
spreading love that grows and thrives.
She transformed from insecure,
spreading light is her main cure.
Warming hearts that turned icy,
inner flare always spicy.
Secret smile worn on her lips,
savoring the smallest sips,
removing all dark eclipse,
proudly sailing on her ship.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Originally published on July 05, 2021
So rich in words and imagery on the wisdom of years living in one’s truth, savoring silence and self confidence. Wonderful writing Grace. I loved every line!
Thank you so much, Suzette. So happy you enjoyed it. Truly appreciated, my friend.💕
Always a pleasure, Grace. Happy Monday!
Thank you. Happy Monday.💕
Happy Monday, Grace! Cheers!
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Especially love the second stanza.
“She sees all that tries to hide,
holds her tongue keeps thoughts inside,”
Sometimes I wish I did a better job of that.
I thought that it is necessary to speak up for yourself. But after this, I would try and keep shut till really required.
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Thank you so w, Melissa. It’s a work in progress for me too. 💕🙏💕
Absolutely beautiful. Thank you very much for sharing!
Thanks so much. Happy you enjoyed 💕🙏💕
*applause!*
Thank you so much 💕🙏💕
She sounds a very wise “lady” Grace 💖
This flows so beautifully !
Love it 🤗
Thanks so much, dear Maggie. Happy you enjoyed it.💕
You are so very welcome Grace 💖 always 🙏
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What an enticing poem.
Thanks so much, Sadje 💕
You’re most welcome
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This sound exactly like you Grace, taking the high road and bringing positivity wherever you go. I need to ride on your coattails more. Beautifully written❣️❣️
So sweet of you, my friend. Thank you so much. Truly appreciate you.💕
You’re so very welcome. Aww and I you❣️
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This has a lovely melodious flow Grace ❤️
Thanks so much 💕
Beautiful !! <3
Thank you 💕
Evolution to maturity. Nicely written 👍🏽👌
Absolutely. Thanks so much.💕
With renewed faith in herself, God & life, she holds deep gratitude within, gracefully replacing her garment of self-pity with self-dignity. She’s a lady. Exquisite poetry Grace!
Absolutely. Thank you so very much. So happy you enjoyed it.💕🙏💕
So gorgeous, and so powerful, Grace! proudly sailing on her ship…well done 👍💖💐
Thank you so much, KK. Truly appreciated.💕
You’re welcome always 💖
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We could see the photography of wisdom in your poem Grace. Love the images you used. Very inspiring!
Thank you so very much, Marie. Happy you enjoyed it, my friend.💕
Grace this is a beautiful poem!
Glad you liked it, Belladonna. Thank you 💕
You are more than welcome!
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“will not compromise her light” – this takes a LOT of inner strength!
This gorgeous poem reminds me of my late friend Betty 💞💞💞 Thank you, Grace! 💞
It sure does. Nice to know that you could relate it to your friend, sounds like she was a wonderful lady. 💕🙏💕
She certainly was 💞
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Excellent writting!! 🙂
Thank you so much 💕