Tom

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Tom . 3 years ago
Conquering Fear on the Appalachian Trail
A hiker and a bear
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Tom . 3 years ago
"Escape from the Depths of Darkness"
"Escape from the Depths of Darkness" is a poem that explores the transition from a dark period to a period of enlightenment that comes with the arrival of spring. The poem begins with a foundation of ...
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Tom . 3 years ago
Colors Unleashed
The new colors from these magic glasses had finally allowed the light to come in! and it was enlightenment
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Tom . 3 years ago
The Fisherman's Battle
This poem, titled "The Fisherman's Battle: A Tale of Struggle and Triumph", tells the story of a fisherman battling against the sea and a powerful fish. Despite being battered by the waves and fightin...
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Tom . 3 years ago
"Leaving Behind a Cherished Memory"
When my paternal grandmother passed away a few years ago, the last thing she said to me was, "Don't Forget Me!" Which of course I won't (as long as my mind words) But with the theme of today being dea...
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Tom . 3 years ago
A Tragic Loss That Lingers
"Remembering Emily: A Tragic Loss That Lingers" is a poignant poem that captures the emotions of loss, grief, and tragedy. Written from the perspective of a parent who has witnessed the devastating co...
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Tom . 3 years ago
A Mother's Plea to the Silver Moon
In the early morning hours, as your children board the school bus, the sun may be just beginning to rise, casting a warm and comforting glow over the world. But on this particular day, as you watch fr...
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Tom . 3 years ago
The Harbinger of Spring
This morning, as I stepped outside, I felt a gentle warmth in the air, and there it was, the first daffodil of the season! Its vibrant golden hue reminded me that spring is finally here, and with it, ...
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Tom . 3 years ago
The Clones Lament
"The First Human Clone Speaks: A Poem Reflecting on the Consequences of Cloning Technology" Today marked the 25th anniversary of the cloning of a cow, and as I sat alone in my sterile room, I couldn'...
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Tom . 3 years ago
The Kingdom of Heaven
Kingdom of Heaven
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