Praise the Poet

Gisela Vigil 1959 (Cuba)



Though a poem
may not be to our liking,
we should gather in unity
and make a toast
to each poet
who has the courage
to share with all,
reflections of the heart
from mirror to the soul.
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Submitted by Giselavigil on January 29, 2024

Modified by Giselavigil on January 29, 2024

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Characters 190
Words 44
Stanzas 1
Stanza Lengths 9

Gisela Vigil

Thank you for welcoming me to this community. I was born in Cuba but emigrated with my family to the US when I was three. I am mother to three young adults now, and also a grandmother. I’ve been writing for years, some I share, others I still keep in my personal file. I often write of struggles for we all face them as we journey through life. But still, I feel peace knowing I try my best. Feel blessed to have been given the gift of writing which I strive to improve cause there’s always room for growth. more…

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