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Mary K. Doyle

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Poem–Shaded Bench

Shaded Bench

My Dear Friend—yes, I am talking to you—
I warmly invite you to join me
on this shaded bench in the cool breeze.
Let’s rest, refresh, and heal together.

Inhale deeply. Take in a full breath.
Enjoy our planet’s clean energy.
Slowly exhale all anxiety
and the weight of stress that you carry.

Open your eyes to the greenery.
Notice, blue sky and fragrant blossoms.
Absorb the strength of surrounding trees,
and ground your bare feet to Mother Earth.                 

Now, let’s lean into one another.
Acknowledge the support we offer each other.
Inhale the shared love that warms our hearts,
and finally, exhale with a smile.

Poem and Photo by Mary K. Doyle

For more poems and photos, see my book, Tranquility. Transformation. Transcendence.

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Responses to “Poem–Shaded Bench”

  1. Carol anne

    this is so beautiful Mary ❤

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Dear Carol Anne. May your day be peaceful.

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  2. gustavo_horta

    I loved it

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Gustavo. I hope it provided a moment of peace for you.

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      1. gustavo_horta

        It has been hard having peace moments while seen what is hapening all around the world, particularly at the peripherical countries where we observe lot of homo non-sapiens action. Too sad.

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          I understand, Gustavo. I believe prayer is powerful, and so I pray, and leave it in the Lord’s hands. I don’t know what else I can do.

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          1. gustavo_horta

            I think i’ve been fighting using just words and some videos at the big-techs plattaforms as these here. I’m trying to show to the people here in Brazil how are important choose progressists politics and parties to get some chances, as we reações parcially electing Luiz Inácio LULA da Silva for a third time.
            But it’s not enough but efemerous.
            I’ll keep trying.
            Receive the universal blesses.

          2. gustavo_horta

            In time, I don’t believe in deities/gods. I’m sorry.

  3. gc1963

    I guess we all need it – the clean energy

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I’m not sure how clean the earth’s energy is, but it is part of the relaxing dream. Thank you for responding to the post.

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      1. gc1963

        Energy also means what you exude. In modern parlance vibes.

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    2. Scam Recovery and get back your money

      Hello beautiful

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  4. Lalita

    A comforting shade and friendly looking bench 👍👍

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Lalita. I hope it encouraged you to take a few moments for yourself.

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      1. Lalita

        Absolutely 💯

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  5. Dorothy’s New Vintage Kitchen

    What a beautiful meditation!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Dorothy. I hope it prompted a moment of peace for you.

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      1. Dorothy’s New Vintage Kitchen

        Your poems always do Mary!

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  6. satyam rastogi

    Beautiful beautiful 🌹🌹

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Satyam. May your day be restful and enjoyable.

      Reply
  7. Innerdialects

    “exhale with a smile” ♥️ this is heart warming

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I hope you smile all day. Thank you for visiting Midwest Mary. It is good to see you here.

      Reply
  8. Just Blogging For Pleasure

    Love this 🫶🏻

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  9. The Introverted Bookworm

    Wow…. Just lovely!

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  10. Dawn Minott

    Absolutely PERFECT. A beautiful reset moment!!! Thanks for a calming moment Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You are very welcome, Dawn. I’m happy you took the moment to breathe through the poem.

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      1. Dawn Minott

        Oh yeah. Always refreshing to deep breathe meditatively.

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  11. luisa zambrotta

    I found your poem beautiful and the photo fabulous!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, dear Luisa. May your day be joyful.

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      1. luisa zambrotta

        A pleasure indeed, dear Mary
        I hope you’re having a wonderful day and week!

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  12. Mayadgama

    It aa most beautiful poem heard

    Wanderful. Thank you

    You mmade my day

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ah, thank you. I do hope you get to have an enjoyable day.

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      1. Mayadgama

        Yes I did with the memory of the earth. And to be on the earth, without streesful way Thank

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  13. Monkey’s Tale

    Thanks for your calming words and serene picture. Maggie

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You are very welcome, Maggie. I hope you are enjoying your day.

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  14. philsblog01

    Great Advice!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Phil. Enjoy the most wonderful day.

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      1. philsblog01

        Thanks Mary! You too!

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  15. Ernie ‘Dawg’

    I love grounding in the summer months standing there and wiggling my toes onto <other Earth's green grass of hair. Fantastic post Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Ernie. The photo spoke to me. Have a wonderful day.

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      1. Ernie ‘Dawg’

        You too Mary.

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  16. Mindful Mystic (MM)

    Lovely meditation, Mary. 🙏🥰

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, MM. Peace and blessings to you always.

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  17. Rosaliene Bacchus

    A much-needed invitation, Mary, in these divisive times of political rhetoric ❤

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Peace to you, dear Rosaliene.

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  18. Pooja G

    So lovely, I wish we could all be supportive to one another.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Right? We certainly should, Pooja. Have the best evening.

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      1. Pooja G

        You too.

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  19. Amy

    Beautifully said, Mary! … and finally, exhale with a smile – quite comforting.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      We have to do what we can to stay calm and at peace these days!

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      1. Amy

        Agree! 💖

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  20. Anonymous

    A wonderful and mindful experience 🙂 Those are the moments that count the most!
    A great poem! 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you. That is very kind.

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  21. Nancy Homlitas

    Your poem encourages many soothing thoughts to destress. Thank you, Mary! 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Nancy. I hope it gave you a moment of peace. Have the best evening, my friend.

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  22. Nancy Homlitas

    Thanks! You, too!

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  23. Kym Gordon Moore

    What a beautiful poem…on the shaded bench. I am there with you my dear Mary. Love your recitation! So tranquil and lovely! 🌞🌳😍

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for joining me on the bench, dear Ms. Kym. I feel so much better knowing you were with me, Girlfriend.

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      1. Kym Gordon Moore

        Ahhhh yes Mary. Kicking back, sipping on a cold glass of iced tea or lemonade…having it made in the shade my friend! 😎🌊🌞 Cheers! 🥤

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  24. johnlmalone

    lovely and soothing —

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for taking the time to read and respond, John. Have an outstanding day.

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  25. noga noga

    Wow, I will sit next to you, my beautiful friend. Thank you. I feel really refreshed. Good luck and have a good day, Mary. 💞🤲🏼😍

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for joining me, sweet Nougat. Together!

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  26. Michele Lee

    Feeling refreshed, thank you very much for sharing your lovely voice, photo, and calming poem. Best to you, Mary. 🌼

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for taking those minutes with me, Michele. I appreciate your presence.

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      1. Michele Lee

        Thank you very much, for sharing your gifts and kind heart. 🙏🏻

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  27. mistermaxxx08

    loved the poem, reflection, depth and soul, you always know what to say

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ah, thank you, my friend. I appreciate you sitting on the bench with me.

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  28. Willie Torres Jr.

    Wonderful and Calming Poem.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Willie. Our survival these days depends on time outs. Have a great day, my friend.

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  29. Edward Ortiz

    Lovely, Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Edward. I hope your day is exceptionally good.

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      1. Edward Ortiz

        Thank you, Mary. The same to you.

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  30. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

    Beautiful meditation, Mary! 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, T’. Have a beautiful day.

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      1. LoveLifeHappiness&More💙💙

        My pleasure, you as well.

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  31. Garden Bliss

    Thank you for your inspirations Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      You are very welcome. Enjoy your trip!

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  32. Dawna

    Awww, beautiful Mary. I love the bench and the wonderful Jasmine flowers on the wood structure. Oh, the smell of Jasmine is so calming. Hugs to you my dear friend.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Hugs back to you, Dawna. I hope all is well with you, Sweetie.

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  33. Hermosa

    This is beautiful, Mary. 💆 Now I wish I was sitting in that bench! 😂
    Your voice makes it a whole lot better, by the way.

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  34. Hermosa

    This is beautiful, Mary. 💆 Now I wish I was sitting in that bench! 😂
    Your voice makes it a whole lot better.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you so much, Hermosa. I’m glad you joined me on that bench. Together, everything is possible.

      Reply
  35. Kimber Michaela

    Wonderful piece, makes you want sit, relax, and recharge ❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      I’m happy to hear that, Kimber. Good to see you here on Midwest Mary. Thank you for visiting.

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  36. Kimber Michaela

    Thank you for the welcoming 😊

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  37. at_fall

    You write this beautiful, reading the 1st line felt like a connection like u’re in front talking to me. 👏👏✨️✨️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Good to hear! I hope you got a moment of peace from the poem. Thank you for commenting. I appreciate your presence here.

      Reply
  38. Ana Daksina

    Beautiful title, beautiful poem.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Ana. I hope you are doing well.

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      1. Ana Daksina

        🙏

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  39. Adarsh G

    Beautiful poem Mary and especially the way you recited was amazing 😍

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Adarsh. That is kind of you to say.

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  40. City Odyssey

    The bench looks very inviting and the poem is timely. Thank you for sharing 🙂

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. All the best to you!

      Reply
  41. Tilka Lee

    Beautiful motivational quote

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  42. opalnmetaledeed3fbb3

    Beautiful relaxing view….

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, and welcome to Midwest Mary. So good to see you here.

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  43. Anonymous

    So beautiful and relaxing. Thanks for the share.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for commenting. I appreciate your presence here.

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      1. Anonymous

        Thank you…

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  45. Darryl B

    Beautiful. What a peaceful spot ❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Darryl. Enjoy a wonderful weekend.

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  47. Dawn Pisturino

    Heavenly!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Dawn. Have a happy Sunday.

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  48. worldphoto12

    BUONA DOMENICA

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Buona Domenica a te.

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      1. worldphoto12

        GRAZIE

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  49. kayladoodoo

    Hello, for one i love this poem it makes me happy and it feels very freeing and calming also if you would like to check out my blog its Blossom201.wordpress.com thankyou for reading, bye.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Welcome to Midwest Mary. I did subscribe to your blog and look forward to your posts, Kayla.

      Reply
  50. Tilka Lee

    Hello! My Dear Friend, I like your poem so much, Your invitation to join is highly appreciated. We know meanings of life is nothing with love. Thanks for shearing a great poem.

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  51. kayladoodoo

    thank you very much but also if you have not read or do not like my blog posts there is absolutely no need to like them highly appreciated, thank you.

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  52. satyam rastogi

    Beautiful poetry 🌺🌺

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Satyam. All the best to you.

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  53. Puja

    Serene 🩵

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Puja. It is good to see you here.

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  54. Stephanie

    Love that you take the time to read your poems. Appreciated this meditation.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Stephanie. I know some people prefer to listen than read. And when it comes to poetry, the author can add emotion to the poetry.

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      1. Stephanie

        I like to read first, then listen. It’s fascinating to hear the same piece in different ways.

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        1. Mary K. Doyle

          Thank you for your feedback, Stephanie. It’s good to hear.

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  55. PradP

    Very very Lovely poem Mary.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Ah, thank you, dear Prad.

      Reply
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  57. apeiye Christian

    Lovely

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, and welcome to Midwest Mary. It is wonderful to see you here.

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  58. AdjunctWizard

    Wonderful. You took me away from my center this morning. Thanks for the kindness you have given me with your words.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Good to hear! We need those peaceful moments, don’t we? Thank you for visiting Midwest Mary. It is a pleasure to see you.

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  59. DESTINY

    I am there with you Mary, it’s a well needed interlude. Thank you💜

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Destiny, thank you for taking these moments of tranquility with me. Welcome to my site.

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  60. Figtreeflesh

    Beautiful

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  61. Nwankwoifedi Uche

    Wow 🥰

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you!

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  62. Darshika Dangwal

    Beautifully written mam. Really loved it. Even words are less to describe it ❤️

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Darshika. I appreciate your feedback and presence here. Blessings to you.

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  63. spotlightchoices.com-C. Wilson

    Relaxing poem!

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for reading and commenting.

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      1. spotlightchoices.com-C. Wilson

        You’re welcome!

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  64. hubertprevy

    ❤️

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  65. JBae

    O, how thy style of prose doth captivate mine heart! Thy words, with grace, dost untangle e’en the most intricate of webs, and maketh understanding as simple as a breath. Furthermore, the touch of personal affection thee dost weave warms the soul, and thy fair visuals bring delight unto mine eyes.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you for commenting.

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  67. Chris White

    What a gorgeous and tranquil piece of poetry.

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, Chris.

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  68. kagould17

    I’ll be right there Mary. 🤗 I love the peace of this poem. Happy Monday. Allan

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    1. Mary K. Doyle

      Thank you, my friend. It would be a pleasure to sit with you and talk in person. Have a fabulous day.

      Reply

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