“As delicate as flower, as tender as rose petals, choosing to be tender and kind in a harsh environment is not weakness, it’s courage.”
― Luffina Lourduraj
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Haiku inspired by the above quote
still smelling as sweet
rose petals linger on paths
after a rainstorm
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So lovely Suzette
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Thank you Sadje. Have a great day. Cheers.
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Thanks 🙏
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What a beautiful and healthy bud.
This is what Rose petals do.
As for the quote, in everyday life you are either drafted into the King or Malcolm X ideology.
That’s how life is.
Takes its toll being kind or tender in harsh environments
Most times you go down.
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True words indeed Abi.Many of the great peacemakers of our generation and before that probably lived by this quote in some way (Mandela, Ghandi to name a few)
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Yes dear, to be lambasted and ripped apart afterwards.
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Ah, yes, I see your point. True indeed.
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Weird hey.
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Yes 🙂
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🙂
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I love both the quote and your haiku!
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Thank you Liz. Glad that you enjoyed them. Blessings to you. Cheers
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You’re welcome, Suzette.
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Beautiful poem and quote!
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Thank you! Have a great day!
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Of course! You too!
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Thank you!
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I smell it from here.. 💖👏👏👏
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Awesome. Glad you enjoyed the aromas. Cheers.
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I so did!!! thanks and cheers back! 💖
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Beautiful haiku, and such an empowering quote. Lovely, Suzette.
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Happy that they resonate with you Jeff. Many thanks for your kindness. Peace
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Indeed, they did. You’re welcome, Suzette. Always. Blessings.
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Thank you Jeff
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