Imperfect
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poems.
Copyright 2018 Brenda Davis Harsham
Notes: Thanks to Tabatha Yeatts for sending me this lovely pick-me-up prize, a kintsugi heart pin. A reminder than no matter how many mistakes, how many broken pieces and cracks, you are still beautiful. The poem was published by Tabatha in April. If you’re interested in my poetry, you can find a few poems in Imperfect: Poems About Mistakes: An Anthology for Middle Schoolers. Click on the link and check it out. I won’t make a dime, but it’s well worth reading, whether or not you’re a middle schooler. After all, who hasn’t made a mistake? And it’s an especially good back-to-school present.
Happy Poetry Friday and thanks to Robyn Hood Black at Life on the Deckle Edge for hosting. Robyn is a haiku poet and all-around lovely person. If you’re a word nerd like me, you might wonder what “Deckle Edge” might be (or maybe you already know). I had to look it up, and it’s an untrimmed edge of handmade paper. I’d been thinking it would be an irregular coastline because Robyn lives near the ocean (if memory hasn’t failed me).
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Tabatha is, herself, an imperfect star who surprises, isn’t she? It’s a beautiful heart pin for a beautiful poet such as yourself, Brenda. 🙂
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Thanks, Michelle. It’s a lovely pin, definitely.
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wow – musical, inspirational and beautiful lines…
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How sweet of you to say, Mihran!
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I love the poem you found!
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Thanks, Kay. 🙂
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
PPUR HEART-FELT ADMIRATION IS YOURS!
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Aw, thank you! What a punster you are.
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Yay! I’m glad you got the kintsugi heart! Ruth, thereisnosuchthingasagodforsakentown.blogspot.com
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Thanks, Ruth. I plan to wear it taking my son to college in a few years. 🙂
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Beautiful gifts, all around. The Anthology should be in every classroom for those middle-schoolers.
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Agreed.
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What a punch so few words can pack. Beautiful.
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Thanks for stopping by, Linda. I’ll come by soon. I’ve spent the morning doing research instead of catching up.
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Perfectly lovely poem Brenda, from the “Imperfect stars.” ‘and that pin is wonderful–I think my daughter would love it too. I liked your “edgy prose” comment to Robyn. Enjoy the weekend!
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We can all use a little edgy prose now and then. Happy Labor Day!
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And Happy Labor Day to you and your Family Brenda!
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Your poem gets right to the point with its inspirational, growth-mindset perspective, Brenda.
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Thanks, Carol. Sometimes the more you cut away, the more the warmth and music is gone, but occasionally, you find a gem.
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Such a wonderful book – and concept! Mistakes love company, don’t they? Or, mistake-makers, like all of us! Thanks for sharing .
I LOVE your comparison of the coastline (yes – you remember correctly!) to a deckle edge. I liked that phrase because I love deckle edges in books AND in art papers, and I always seem to be on the edge with deadlines and such. ;0) Happy Long Weekend!
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Now you just need to write edgy prose, and you’ll have circled the word entirely! 🙂
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What a splendid compilation, if I am not mistaken. 😉
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It is, yes. 🙂 If Imperfect…
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😀
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what a lovely surprise and congrats to you! i love the deckle edge and never knew there was a name for it.
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IKR?! I feel sad for how many words and phrases are in danger of disappearing.
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An excellent thought of the day while I’m knee-deep in marketing hell.
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Yikes! I hope the demons do mesmerizing dances and the fire is just spicy enough to make your day memorable. 🙂
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I loved how you found a poem in Kat’s found poem — surprises all around! Thanks for encouraging people to pick up IMPERFECT. As you say, who hasn’t made a mistake??
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I wish I’d had it in middle school. I hope sales are going well. XOXO
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