May I…?
I have a few words left inside of me, if you listen intently you’ll hear them pleading, “Audrey, write us as poetry.”
Forever the shy one with something to say, yet I return no longer hidden. I humbly ask for grace as I allow my soul the opportunity to speak again.
IΒ miss you. I apologize for being away. My life has changed, but I’m still me. Just now gaining strength and peeking through… My poetry will continue.
Love Always,
Audrey Dawn
π “Just now gaining strength and peeking throughβ¦ My poetry will continue.” And just like spring breaking through the cold, harsh winter ~ Audacious makes her way back to our world again, peeking through (great, beautiful photo) and seeing sunshine and happiness ahead (with the rain and sad times occasionally stopping by to put life in perspective). Wish you well π
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Dalo!!!! *runs and hugs* I can begin again…sigh. Thank you, my friend. I would love to be considered for the role as Spring. (Happy to see my photo didn’t frighten you. Thank you so much.) Love being your Audacious, Mr. Collis. Cheers! β‘
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π Nothing quite like a great hug after a long absence ~ such a wonder you are, and it is perfect timing your returning as beauty begins to spring up all around. Cheers to you Audacious π
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Just like you to leave me blushing, Photographer. π
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Yes, you may, you must, you will
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Hey, Stranger…I’m glad you finally made it around. Thank you for your reply. And yes, I will. Shan’t keep y’all waiting. (Giggle)
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Hi Audrey! So happy to hear you’re back!! …wonderful to see you here again –sending tranquility and warm sunny thoughts your way! xx
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Hey, pretty lady! I’m back. Look out. Ha, I’ll be puttering around cleaning up the place. Thank you for extending a hello and warm thoughts my way. So much to catch up on. Hope all is well. β‘
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Audrey where the hell have you been!! >> welcome back!! xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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Willow!! Hi, babe. I’ve been starting over to say the least and the best. Thank you for stopping in to say hello.β‘
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Well you stay around now I have missed you!!!
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I’ve missed you, too. Your support means so much. You are well?
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I am Okay, lots going on right now. I am off to be just now, honestly so tired been at the hospital for 9hts with mother in-law while she had Chemo today so need sleep but will chat soon , hope you don’t mind my going! β€
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Prayers for your MIL, Willow.
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Thank you!
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Mercy, you’re back for reals?? Happy dance Wednesday here! I’ve missed your words, Audrey … and you, of course. Lovely photo — much easier than flipping my computer upside down to see your gravatar, ha! I hope the time off has been good to you and that you’ve got LOTS and LOTS of photos and poems for us to enjoy.
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For reals, Debbie! Wonderful to see your face!! I hope life has been treating you well. Thank you for the compliment, my friend. Time has been a healer, for sure. I’ll be posting a poem soon. Enjoy your evening! β‘
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Good to see you back, and we’re gifted with a lovely picture upon your return. You mention that your life has changed. For the better? Maybe we’ll find out in your future poems. Looking forward to reading those. Shy people like us have substantial things to say. And you have nothing to apologize for taking a break from blogging. Needs come up in our lives away from blogging. And those needs have to be addressed. I was away from WordPress for about six months, and I’m still trying to figure out a pattern of blogging that works for my schedule.
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Gus, I can’t begin to express how lovely it is to have a comment from you waiting for me today. You’ve a great friend and from the sounds of it we broke for a break at the same time. Yes, my life has changed for the better. I will explain soon and through poetry, of course. Thrilled to see you, my friend. β‘
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Haha! Audith!!! Where hath thou been?! Good to have you back, of course. Hope you’ve been spicy.
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You’re laughing at me already? I just walked in….! Duketh, I’ve missed you terribly. Well, now do you want me to explain everything or just the spicy parts? Hum?
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Well, just a few laughs. Promise. *nods* Me too! What have you been up to? Well, all the parts, then.
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A few laughs seems like a few more than necessary, Duke. *frowns* All the parts seems like a long story and you’re far too busy for the nonsense of it all. I’ve been up to a lot. Most of it terribly sad, but you’ll be happy to know there will be no more pictures of those buildings downtown. Done deal.
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Haha. Now you’ve just made me incredibly interested! Of course I have the time, if you want to share. *waits and puts on glasses*
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Get the tissues, Duke. You’ll be laughing through the sad part and crying when you hear about the good, if I know you. And I think I do, don’t I? Oh, it’ll all come out eventually (are you still waiting?) I have a new residence, you see. What color are your glasses? Mine are still black.
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*laughs* I’m not that heartless, really. Oh boy. Where’d you go? (Yes, I’m still waiting. Impatiently, though, now.) Mine are the same, too. Sorta black and clear. The doctor chap told me I didn’t need new ones. *shrug*
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One cannot be heartless but not that heartless, Duke. Which is it, huh?! Nebraska. Can you believe it? (Taps toes..fine.) Not needing new ones is a good thing, Duke.
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Both maybe? Rats I suppose it can’t be. Nebraska! Well, that’s cool! Better than Texas?
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If it can be then it shall be you who pulls it off. Best of luck, Duke. Better than Texas…
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Audrey
Good to see you back, i missed you
it’s been a while, far too long
Big hugs
john
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Thank you for saying hello! I’ve missed you, as well. I agree, it has been far too long, jf. Let’s not let that happen again.
Hugs,
Audrey
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So glad youβre back! β¦How long itβs been. It just hasnβt the same without you, your words. Yes, you may, Audrey. lol
And such a beautiful photo. No reason to hide, there. π
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Hi, Adam! It’s been six months, and let’s be honest it has been torturous for you and I both. Smiles. Thank you for such a warm welcome back.
Aww, thanks. No more hiding, promise.
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Oh, torturous is a bit strong π It is good to know youβre okay.
Shine on. π
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Sending you all strength and love. Please don’t feel compelled to peek prematurely. We’ll patiently await your return — when the time is right for you. π
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Eric, what a wonderful surprise. I’m away and you’ve made a return. What a gift. Thank you for the love and support. My eyes are bright and wide open. Feels right and finally time.
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Audrey. I really missed you. Enough of that. Welcome back. π
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John. Your forgiveness means so much. I’ve missed you, too. Terribly. Thank you, my dear. β‘
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To quote Gene Autry. “Back in the saddle again.”
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So…am I riding with you? Giggle. Thanks for the smile, Butch
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Sure. Hop on up. Watch them spurs.
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Giggle.
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I said watch them spurs. They tickle.
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You continue to tickle me with your insistence. *watching* Ooo, you’re right. Giggle
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Welcome back!
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Robert, thank you so much!
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Ahhhhh! Audrey! How I’ve missed you! I’m so very happy you’re back!! π
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Aww! Victor! It feels great to be missed by you! Thank you, my friend. β‘
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So happy to see your words again…and the breadth of emotions they can stir!!!!
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Thank you, Olmaw. I appreciate you stopping by.
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Audrey Dawn, I am so very glad to see you back here. I’ve worried about you for months, wondering if you were injured or worse. So glad to see you back here, to see your beautiful face. We all struggle. The last year has been a nightmare for me and I’ve only just renewed my own blog, so I know how the vagaries of life can take us away from our aspirations. I hope you’re conquering whatever is halting your steps, and I admire your courage to return to us. Thank you for coming back.
Always your friend, always a shoulder. Shari *: )
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Shari, I’m so sorry to have worried you. (Please forgive my silence.) Thank you for being such a beautiful soul and supporter of my writing. I’ve missed my life and I’m ready to return. It’s an incredible feeling to know a friend is struggling, please know, I too, am here for you. I cannot live without writing. The problem becomes promoting myself in a light I can be proud of at the end of the day. Everything will come out here, I’m sure, at some point. I love you.
Your friend,
Aud
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you be you, girl!
i’d offer to fill in
sometimes
but that would
be an injustice π
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You radiate such positivity. Thank you for such a warm welcome. I’m going to continue to be me..just now with a face. You’ve created a bright smile. π
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Welcome back! It’s nice to see you in my news feed again π
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Thanks, Callum! So sweet of you to say. I appreciate you saying hello. β‘
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I was so happy to see that upside down woman in my inbox! Welcome back Audrey. I have missed you. No apologies necessary, just know that you are welcome!
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Hello, Dan! Thank you for this huge smile on my face. I appreciate your warm welcome back. I’ve missed you, too. Truly. Feels good to be here again. β‘
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I missed you!Glad to have you back.
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Hi, Susan! I’ve missed y’all too. Very much. Feels wonderful to be back. I’m just sorry to have been gone so long. β‘
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Well, I’ve been partial away. I got a job editing books and it has required a great deal of time.
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Congratulations on the new job. Fantastic news. I understand, editing correctly would take plenty of time. The authors are blessed to have your eye, Susan.
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Thank you, Audrey. I kind of went overboard this last year and I am cutting how many I can do in a year. But I do like doing it. It doesn’t pay a lot…it is a Christian publishing place in NC. but it is a great group. So glad to see you back.
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Susan, I think it sounds wonderful. A dream job if I had the talent. Thanks again…feels good to be back.
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It is a good job. Work at home.
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I’m so happy to see this from you. I’ve missed reading your work.
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Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Sweet Annie. β‘
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NO WAY! She’s back. Yeah. Love that photo of you. Love your glasses. Love your hair. I wish I had hair like you. It’s so nice to see you Audrey. Hope you were able to deal with whatever it was you needed to.
Anyhow, welcome back.
π
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YES WAY! *giggles* Hey, my sweet friend. Thank you for such a sweet comment. You can be me today. Does that work? Lovely to see you, too. I can’t wait to begin again. β‘
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Hahaha. If only….. I wouldn’t mind being you for a day. And hey, if you would like some warm tropical weather, you could be me. Don’t know if you would like to be me today though, as I have been having some insomnia and emotional struggles lately. Hahaha. I laugh because I know it’s fleeting (hopefully π ).
So lovely to see you too Audrey, and I so look forward to your poetry style again.
π β€
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I will let you know if I decide on a vacation. Tropical and friendship sounds like a wonderful place to start. You know my ear is always here for you. Fleeting emotions shall be my prayer. I hope my style flows well into the future. I will catch up on your writings soon! Enjoy your day. π
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Audrey I am delighted to see you back π Lovely Picture!!! Beautiful Spirit π Let your Words Sing!!!! YAY π π π
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Thank you, my friend. β‘ Morgan, seems perfect to have you as my first hello. Hi!! I’ve missed being surrounded by wonderful poets. I truly hope all is well. I’ll sing. Promise. Hugs!
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All is Well…and Fey LOL π Wonderful to have you back … I hope YOU are well too !
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Love hearing it, Morgan. Thanks, I’m headed in the right direction. π
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