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ira's avatar

Everything you write is so beautiful

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sonja ringo's avatar

Ira!!! you make my day <3 thank you :’)

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Susan Hickman's avatar

Magical

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sonja ringo's avatar

Thanks so much for reading, Susan!

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David Kirkby's avatar

I love it Sonja.

"we took turns

feeding the fire, which

crackled through hours when

even God was asleep."

It feels like being there... and ignore people who say "don't add an explanation." I mean - sure - the poem can stand alone, but the background story adds interest and depth. One of the things that I like about Substack - and part off the reason I keep publishing here - is the fact that you can add an introduction and images. Some of my work here has no introduction, but in several of my Posts the intro is integral to the whole thing - a synthesis of prose and poetry.

Your Post is wonderful.

Best Wishes - Dave :)

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sonja ringo's avatar

Thanks so much for reading, Dave! I always adore your insights and reflections. And you’re right, Substack is so great for allowing space for explanations & backstory! The return of long-form content!

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Rebecca L. Bennett's avatar

This is gorgeous!

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sonja ringo's avatar

Awe thanks, Rebecca! <3

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Reem Kabbarah's avatar

How wonderful your adventures are ❤️🥰!

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sonja ringo's avatar

so blessed to have this land to explore! and such great friends / family 🥹

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Kait Quinn's avatar

Beautiful! So succinct, yet RICH. Love the ending.

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sonja ringo's avatar

thank u so much for reading, Kait! <33

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