Silver locks caress her face,
wisdom in her eyes hide grace,
memories of lessons gained,
represent wrinkles obtained.
Sees through all that tries to hide,
holds her tongue keeps views inside,
advices with pure insight,
always stands in hues of light.
Finds beauty in simple things,
accepts destiny’s bright ring.
Laughs off all that could annoy,
focuses on spreading joy.
Provides silence at debates,
never adds sparks to flame hate,
carries peace when she arrives,
spreads real love that grows and thrives.
Builds self conscious to secure,
spreads true love as a main cure.
Melts hearts that have turned icy,
inner flare always spicy.
Balances life with her hands
with each fall, a stronger stand
Clears away shadowed eclipse
climbs past troubles, holds her grip.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Response to Sadje’s picture prompt on What Do You See # 184 May 01, 2023
The first impression of the poem I got is that of grandmother’s love and hope I am right because I felt it as I read the poem – Love it.
So sweet. The woman in the picture does resemble my grandmother. Thank you so much 💕
loving and tender with equal amounts of strength.
A beautiful take, Grace 🤍
Thank you so much, Destiny 💕
Most welcome 🤍
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WOW Grace, what amazing imagery behind growing, thriving, life, and wisdom. I love this poem! 🤗💖😘
Happy you enjoyed it, Kym. Thanks a bunch, my friend.💕
Oh girl, this was so profound. Thank you for sharing these heartfelt words my dear! 🤗💖😍
Im so happy you enjoyed it, Kym. Thank you so much 💕
The most beautiful poem, dear Grace 🙂 ‘One of a Kind’ …
Thank you so very much 💕
A beautiful write!
Thank you so much 💕
Powerful poem dear Grace, despite many challenges, changes that life throws at yesss she never lose her grip n hope to make it beautiful. So much indepth beauty in your writings always. 👌❤💛
Thank you, Suma. I am so delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Truly appreciate you.💕
She sounds like she could be a goddess in the mold of Athena the ‘Protectress’ of the citadel
That’s so nice to hear. Thank you 💕
This is such a beautiful, inspiring poem Grace. You’ve written of a wise woman, one who imparts her wisdom to those around her. Thanks for joining in.
Thank you so much, Sadje. I am so happy you enjoyed it, my friend. Truly my pleasure.💕
You’re most welcome
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The serenity that comes with wisdom from years of experience. Beautiful poem ♥️♥️
Thank you so much 💕
What a beautiful poem, Grace! Love the wisdom that comes with greying hair and wrinkled face. 💖💐
Thank you so much. I appreciate it too, it deserves respect.💕
You’re welcome always 💕
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Such a nice portrait of a wise and loveable woman.
Well done Grace!
Glad you liked it, Marie. Thanks so much 💕
Beautiful take on the prompt, Grace!
Thanks so much, Eugenia 💕
Most welcome, Grace!
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WHAT A wise poem Grace. it takes a long time to become wise most always and these are the gifts of wisdom shared so well. Beautifully penned, always! 💞
Thank you, Cindy. It sure does. Truly appreciate you, my friend 💕
Grace this is beautiful! Life is better when you admire all the things. Blessing
Thank you so much, Belladonna. I absolutely agree.💕
You’re welcome!
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Well done! One of a kind, her Grace!
Thank you, Warren.💕
You’re welcome!
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“with each fall, a stronger stand”…Wow, Grace, just wow! This line jumped out of the beauty of your piece and wrapped around my heart. 💞💞💞
Thanks so much, Dawn. Happy you enjoyed it. Means so much to me.💕
The beauty of old age… So gracious, how I miss my grandma❤️
Thanks so much. I miss mine too. 💕