Giving Thanks

I spent a lot of time thinking about the earthweal challenge this week, to write a poem of thanks. It all came down to the same thing: I’m thankful for life, to be alive. But I couldn’t think of another better way to say it.

always unexpected—this
grace, this balancing—darkness
shining into light
Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating, and those who are not. May we remember and honor all life with care and gratitude.
Happy Thanksgiving to you too dear Marta and such a beautiful poem and painting.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻👍👍👍
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Thanks Marta.
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Welcome 😊😊😊
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Such a beautiful painting and your words came through. Shine on.
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Thanks D. May we all and the world too.
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Happy Thanksgiving, lovely painting🙂
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Thanks!
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A perfect image and sentiment for this day. Thankful for you and Nina!
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Thanks Sun. And us for you as well.
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Happy thanksgiving to you too and stay safe.
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Thanks Snehal. The best to you and your family.
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It is definitely a balance–this year in particular. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thanks Merril! Hope yours was a good one.
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Yes, good, but different.
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Yes. Me, too. You said it as well as it can be said. We are grateful for life – to be alive. No matter what.
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Thanks Sherry. Yes.
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Beautiful paintings and Haiku, Kerfe! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thanks! The same to you and yours.
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Beautiful words and images Kerfe, this could be a prayer every morning and evening, it says so much 😊
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Thanks Phil.
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The picture reminds me of a festive meal, for which one gives thanks, and the poem of the miracle of life itself. Happy Thanksgiving indeed!
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Thanks, same to you Dave!
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Life is a precious gift. What more is there to say.
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That’s it. Thanks Jade.
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beautifully done. bless you.
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Such a beautiful haiku with perfect turns in just the right places: perfect balance 🙏
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Thanks Ingrid.
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Beautiful as always, Kerfe. ❤
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Thanks Diana.
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Lovely Thanksgiving message and paintings, Kerfe — full of grace.
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Thanks Betty.
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