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Mirosława Stojak·March 11, 2022

Polska written by: Mirosława Stojak Gdy myślę o Polsce czuje zapach po deszczu w lesie świeży nie...

International Poetry Polish

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The Flag I Carry

Infinity Belles·November 8, 2020

The Flag I Carry written by: Infinity Belles @ElejynS The Flag Raising Ceremony, an equivalent to the...

Article English

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A Flag

Msdedeng·October 14, 2020

A Flag written by: Msdedeng A symbol of the big three: Patriotism, Nationalism, and Militarism. Country over...

Poetry English

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The Charge of the Light Brigade

Spillwords·February 21, 2016

The Charge of the Light Brigade a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson 1809–1892 I Half a league,...

Literary Greats Poetry English

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James Nelli is a retired senior business executive and accomplished author of both literary and genre fiction. Born in Illinois, he grew up with a deep appreciation for discipline, curiosity, and resilience—qualities that came to define both his professional success and his creative pursuits. He believes that emotional strength and creativity often reveal themselves most clearly in moments of necessity, a philosophy that continues to influence much of his writing. His work has appeared in numerous literary and print publications earning praise for crafting stories that linger with readers long after the final sentence. James earned his undergraduate degree in Economics from the University of Illinois, followed by an MBA in Finance and International Business from Northwestern University.

I Am From by Lauren Scott

I am from my mom’s emotions
that had a mind of their own
so wild at times emulating a summer storm
I am from my dad’s humor
where smiles bloomed
but his temper too in my less patient moods

I am from flower petals I did not plant
Mom’s were nurtured – my thumbs weren’t green
yet the petals’ beauty is always seen
I am from butter, sugar (granulated and brown),
vanilla, baking powder and soda,
and nuts, yes, sometimes this is the case,
and chocolate chips in their tantalizing ways...

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