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Be like the rain, relentless and free

Yet gentle enough for a thirsty tree.

Be like the wind, a powerful force

Yet soft enough to change its course.

 

Be like the ocean, vast and wide

Yet still enough for a gentle tide.

Be like the mountains, tall and proud

Yet humble enough to bow to the cloud.

 

Be like the earth, grounded and deep

Yet open enough for secrets to keep.

Be like the stars, distant and grand

Yet close enough to lend a hand.

 

Be like the sun, shining so bright

Yet warm enough to chase away the night.

Be like the moon, a calming glow

Yet strong enough to ebb and flow.

 

Be like yourself, unique and true

Yet kind enough to see others through.

Be the best version, you can possibly be

And let your spirit bloom to forever run free.

 

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Naomi

Wed 12th Feb 2025 11:55

Thank you Holden🙂

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Naomi

Wed 12th Feb 2025 11:55

Thank you so much Flyntland. I'm glad you enjoyed it, and I especially appreciate you mentioning the last line

Holden Moncrieff

Wed 12th Feb 2025 00:00

A really lovely poem, Naomi, filled with a grounded positivity! 💐

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Flyntland

Tue 11th Feb 2025 20:35

Your poem is beautiful - and I really love your last line, it is my dearest wish for my daughter.

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Naomi

Tue 11th Feb 2025 16:31

Thanks Tom!🙂

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Naomi

Tue 11th Feb 2025 16:30

Thank you Hélène.

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Tom Doolan

Tue 11th Feb 2025 16:02

Excellent work Naomi. 🙂

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Hélène

Tue 11th Feb 2025 14:26

A splendid poem, Naomi. Rhyming words, good flow, encouraging thoughts.

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