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Claudette Henson's avatar

It's not easy, but I have learned to push towards the pain. God is with me, and we will get out the other side.

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning, Claudette, thank you so much for this. I think so too. We aren't supposed to be comfortable...I keep reminding myself of that. I want to grow and learn...He is preparing me for something GREAT!

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

You're so wise: yes, it comes in waves. An excellent reminder of goods and bads, and yeses and nos, all bundled into wave format for us to handle in our own way. Brilliant poem! xxx

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

This was one of the best things my coach said to me. It's now such a great mantra I recall often...not just in running but in life. I'm happy to know it resonated with you, too. :)

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Richard Donnelly's avatar

My mantra has to do with breathing. one two out one two in

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I love this, Richard. Thank you for sharing here.

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3musesmerge's avatar

I’ve just finished reading The Wave in the Mind by Ursula LeGuin.

Another writer here on Substack wrote about waves this week.

And today… your poem Julie.

I’m sure there is a message for me hiding in the synchronicity. 🤭

Thank you for translating your personal experience into something universal. 💜

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Good morning, Gail! Oh, this is so cool! I love this. Thank you for sharing and being here, Gail. Let's ride the waves together. :)

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3musesmerge's avatar

🛶🤭

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Julie B. Hughes's avatar

yay! :)

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