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Judy Haddock's avatar

Well said. Be grateful in all things, especially family and friends. There will be a day when time for work no longer exists. Our relationships are the most important "possessions" we have, no matter where life's journey takes us.

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

I love that, relationships as possessions. That is an interesting metaphor to ponder. And you’re right, there the only real thing that exists! ❤️ 💕

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Anil Talwar's avatar

You’re navigating big transitions and losses with so much awareness. Gratitude isn’t always easy, but the fact that you return to it at all says so much about your strength. Keep sharing these tiny sunrises.

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

Thank you for the validation and very kind words. I appreciate this so much! I will keep sharing. 🌅 🙏

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The Secret Ingredient's avatar

Professor- I am happy to refer to you as professor if I may? As look up to you and your beautiful writings-kind of an erkal vision in my head with high waisted pants.

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

🥰 😆 you made me aww and lol! Thank you so much! Haha I’ll take anything 🙏 😊 urkle is too funny! Yes, please picture me that way!

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Michael Hatcher's avatar

Lovely haiku! I think we all have self-dialogue. It’s nice to see someone articulate it so clearly!

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

🥰 thank you so much! I think we do, too, and I’m glad I did it justice. 🙏

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Gary L Taylor's avatar

Thank you for sharing that. Lovely to sit and read something so beautiful on a Sunday.

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

🥰 so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for reading and the kind words!

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A Writer’s Voice's avatar

This is such a beautifully written piece. Thank you for sharing!

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Kim Williams, M. Div.'s avatar

I’m delighted to have found you and to witness in this piece that I am not the only one with a chorus of voices behind my writing. Peace and Coffee (coffee much?)

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

🥰 I’m delighted you found me, and very much appreciate knowing I’m not the only one with all the chatty selves!! Peace and coffee!! 😆

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Harriet C.'s avatar

I loved this journey or conversation with yourself!

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MJ Polk's avatar

Yup tiny sunrises🌞again and again. I for one, sure am glad that your path has brought you here today. 🙏 Gratitude is the way. Happy Writing!🤠🤙

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John Wills Lloyd's avatar

Jennifer, I enjoyed this foray into a dialog with oneself. I have them, too. Of course, mine are never as "deep" as this one. But they are a nifty literary device! Thanks.

About the belt metaphor: That was fun! It got me to thinking about how the sunsets move around the earth, appearing different depending on the gawker's location. Now there's the idea of perspective!

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

Oh, and I am glad you liked the belt metaphor! That it made sense, how we all see it differently! Perspective shift, yes!!

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Jennifer N. Haddock's avatar

Thanks, John! I am glad you enjoyed it. In my covert conversations are never this clear or long, but it is a fun device to explore some themes — and things we all do! Thanks again!

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John Wills Lloyd's avatar

Maybe that sunset in Carolina was gorgeous-er than here in Virginia...sigh. I rarely get photos here, because my view is usually to the east. Now, sunrises... there's something from my perspective!

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Tombarriesimmons's avatar

Gratitude occupies the time and space that longing and regret occupy.

So true – I decided, long ago to have nothing to do with regret.

Without the heartache and losses I've suffered, I wouldn't be where I am now, which is a happy place x

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