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I have the choice of being constantly active and happy or introspectively passive and sad. Or I can go mad by ricocheting in between. ~ Sylvia Plath
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In day with sun, bright with light,
One gleams with warmth, and delight
When darkness comes, where light may fade,
A heart of gold becomes decayed.
In daylights glow, kindness prevails
But in the night, sin unveils
Light and dark, in constant sway,
Everyone shifts in night and day.
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Author: 15 year old boy growing up in America
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Poetry
Human life without some form of poetry is not human life but animal existence. ~ Randall Jarrell
Still Standing, Still Standing.. – A Poem Read by Rachana
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I’m Mortal – A Poem by Rachana
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My India by Swami Paramahamsa Yogananda: Timeless Wisdom on Indian Culture and Spirituality
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The Ultimate Guide to Rachana Nadella-Somayajula’s Essays, Fiction, and Poetry – Complete List Inside!
Aut Viam Inveniam Aut Faciam I will either find a way, or make one.
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I wrote this poem as an elegy to the invisible humans among us. I carry the moral dissonance of my own privilege - moving through life with both love and rage. That, I suppose, is the lifelong conundrum of my existence. - Want To Listen To The Article...
You Don’t Die Once – A Poem by Rachana
I’ve written this from the perspective of a mid-lifer, about how we get infinite chances at reinventing ourselves only if we’re looking for those opportunities. My children play video games and they have this permadeath feature where you can “press reset” repeatedly....
12 Powerful Ways to Write a Poem That Inspires Readers and Sparks Action
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Master the Art of Writing: Top Storytelling Hacks and Life Essays to Inspire Your Next Piece
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How Writing Poetry Helps You Overcome Life’s Challenges and Heal Emotionally
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Discover the Magic of Dervish Dances and Rumi’s Poetry in Istanbul’s Communal Spirit
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Top Book And Movie Recommendations for Adults Who Want to Thrive and Succeed in Life
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Why Reading Poetry Still Matters in the Age of Dank Memes
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Very matured thoughts for a 15 yr old. Congratulations.
Indeed, thank you :-)