
Hello everyone! Welcome to Colleen’s Coffee Klatch. Where I grew up, the Kaffee klatsch was all the rage. Folks (mostly women) would get together, share a cup of coffee, and catch up on their lives. Thanks so much for stopping by to share a cup of coffee and a chat. Whenever I can, I like […]

The snow, rough and windswept in places, makes my peaceful walk evaporate. At the park, thick ice seals the sky’s reflections on the pond, reminding me of the places in my heart where I hide the old draconian memories. Like shadows, I keep those emotions in the dark, so they never take hold. It’s time […]

Imbolc is the third sabbat holiday, using Samhain as the starting point for the beginning of the Pagan new year. We celebrate this sabbat between January 31st and February 2nd. Imbolc is found at the midway point between the Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. In many regions, it was regarded as a season unto itself, […]

I met many new authors on my book tour in December 2022, which led me to some new reads! Let me introduce you to some novels I absolutely loved reading this month! ❤ As usual, please click on the book image to find the book on Amazon.com. Jealousy of a Viking, by V.M. Sang Leave […]

This is Part Four of the “Carrot Ranch Coven Series.” LOL! My Word-Witch is back! On Sabbatical – Part One Rabbits – Part Two Shadow Woman – Part Three The Carrot Ranch January 23, 2023, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story that is optimistic. Feel free to explore optimism in […]
From my little understanding, this fits an elegy ;). Beautiful written, i felt the emotions even with the metaphors. 🙂
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Did you find this challenging? I just was not sure on the elegy or the couplets. Thank you for your support, you made me feel much better about it. ❤
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I actually haven’t gotten around to writing it yet. Had a busy day, but would try and complete it. 🙂
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Lovely. I love poetry I just wish I was better at writing poems. A poet is a very rare and splendid artist.
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Thank you for the compliments. I just let the feelings come out and the words flow. You should try it. You might surprise yourself. ❤
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I’m trying to write a few poetic ditties on my blog with my photography. It’s fun to try. 🙂
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Good for you! I love Haiku. You use few words and gain a magnificent meaning. Ronovan Writes does a weekly Haiku challenge. You should get involved. https://ronovanwrites.wordpress.com/category/haiku-prompt-challenge/ 🙂
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Thanks so much. will look into that. 🙂
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This is nicely penned… you’ve used the metaphors very effectively… 🙂
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Thank you. I just am never quite sure. 🙂
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Colleen, you have no idea how much this touches me.
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Thank you Erika. ❤
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You are so welcome! 💖
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Erika, this stuff just pours out of me sometimes. I just let the emotions go and write. ❤
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That is what I appreciate so much about you, Colleen. You feel so authentic! ❤
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I am so humbled. You are a special friend. Thank you. 💖
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😊
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Beautifully bittersweet. 🙂
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Thank you. I think elegy is a hard form to write.
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Beautiful, full of feeling but quite visual too.
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Thank you. 😊
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Very moving piece. We have all had to let someone go. Thanks for the sweet reminder. Van
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Thank you Van.
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Lovely! I haven’t finished mine. Actually I don’t fully understand about the elegiac couplet, it’s a bit difficult.
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I thought so to. 😕
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I love your poem. Hope your are having a wonderful weekend.
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More painting. The kitchen today 😕 It will be fab to have it all done. I hope you have a great weekend. Do something fun. 💖
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Fun today involves reading and watching the beautiful snowfall.
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That sounds nice. 🍵☕📖📕💜
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Lovely and sad elegy. Well written. ❤
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Thank you. 💖
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OH this is good, but sad!
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Thank you. 😊
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Nicely done Colleen. It’s quite Shakespearean in a ‘Parting is such sweet sorrow’ way.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
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David, thank you. How lovely a comparison is that? 💖
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