A little girl got her first shoes,
opened the bag but felt confused.
She wished for ones like her mother’s,
but got ones worn by her brother.
Tough little girl as strong as nails,
had a strong will and dreams that scaled.
she often played outside with kids,
but could not run since her shoes slid.
This little girl, she had no clue,
her innocence hid what was true,
she lived within a paradigm,
people in need were seen as grime.
The little girl became so wise,
took every chance, studied design,
she grew up strong created plans,
to help herself and give a hand.
Bright little girl worked hard to share,
inside she always seemed to care.
Built charities at her own cost,
contributed silent support.
That little girl grew up concerned,
promised herself she would return.
Providing shoes, one of her deeds,
so kids could run, hope, and exceed.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
I am so excited to announce that my poem “Ruby” is now available at Spillwords Press. I would like to thank Dagmara K., and the whole team at Spillwords for publishing this poem, and for all of their continued support.
I would be so very grateful if you would go here, and like/comment as well. Thank you! 💕
💕🙏💕 Note for my WP friends 💕🙏💕
Hello to all of my wonderful WP friends! I am still on hiatus for a bit longer. I miss you all so very much and am looking forward to returning and reading your posts soon. Happy summer, enjoy the sun. 💕💕💕

My favorite writer is back. I’m not crying; you’re crying. Lol
Awww AC. Will be back soon. Miss you, my friend.💕
I missed you
Miss you too, dear friend.💕
One of the many heart ❤️ touching poems from you, Grace! I could barely hold my tears , dear
Thank you so much, dear Dhirendra.💕🙏💕
And many Congratulations for being published!Please find some time to go through my latest blogs at your convenience 🙏
Thanks so much. Will do.💕
Thanks 🙏 Will look forward to 💕
Beautiful poem talking about hopes and dreams.
Thank you so much 💕🙏💕
Congratulations on being published!
Thank you so much, Kritika 💕
Congratulations! Resilience of the human spirit, no matter the motives of others.
Thanks so much. Absolutely 💕
Congrats!
Thank you.💕
Congratulations on the publication Grace. Happy hiatus, vacay! Enjoy! Thanks for the delightful and unexpected post!!
Thank you so much, Suzette.💕🙏💕
Congrats Grace 🎉
Miss you here.
Hope you are having a good rest 🙏💕
Thanks so much, Maggie 💕
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Congrats Grace !! 🎉
Missing you. 😌
Thanks so much, T. Miss you too.💕
So welcome. 🤗
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Congratulations, Grace…🎉
…enjoy..💫
Thanks so much, Destiny 💕
so welcome 🤍🌷
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🩶 Congratulations, Grace! Enjoy your great new and your hiatus.
Thank you so much, Nancy 💕
A pleasure, Grace! ♡
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Good to see you back, Grace, and congrats on the Spilllwords publication! Beautiful, impactful writing as always, my friend. 😊
Thank you so much, Mike💕
Good to see a post/ poem from you Grace. Congratulations on publication my friend
Thank you so much, my friend.💕🙏💕
You’re most welcome
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Great poem, with a great story.
Thank you so much 💕
Really adorable and charitable girl in a poem story. Great job and my warmest congratulations!🥰💖🌷🌻❣️
Thank you so much 💕🙏💕
Welcome back! Great poem and congratulations!
Thank you so much 💕
Congratulations Grace! How awesome! 😊🥂💖
Thanks so much, Kym. 💕🙏💕
You are so very welcome Grace. My pleasure! 😊🥂😘
Congratulations on your published poem, Grace, and enjoy your hiatus. The blogoshere seems empty without you! 💞
Awww. So sweet of you, my friend. Thank you so much. Looking forward to being back. 💕
My pleasure, Grace! 💗
I love this, Grace! 💞💞💞 Beautifully done, and congratulations!
Thanks a bunch, my friend. 💕
Congrats 👏 What a beautiful and inspiring poem. Wishing you a wonderful hiatus and a happy summer! 🏝️
I loved it that was wonderful. My type of read.
Thanks so much 💕
I was beautiful
Thank you 💕
I love this masterpiece ma… Thank you for sharing.
Thanks so much 💕
So beautiful, powerful Grace! I love your poetry and publication well deserved!
Have a nice and sweet summer.
Take care
Thanks so very much, Marie. Have a wonderful summer too. 💕
Wonderful post!
Your writing is always so engaging.
Your very welcome anytime
Appreciate your poems – Congratulations on your published poem!
A wonderful poem as always. We are also looking forward to your return. Happy summer!
Awww, this is a beautiful poem and story. Hope you’re having a wonderful summer!
Thanks so much, my friend 💕
wonderful piece
Thank you so much 💕
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