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Oct 28, 2023Liked by Phyllis Cole-Dai

I loved the outdoors , and

Especially being by water.

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I'm with ya!

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Oct 28, 2023Liked by Phyllis Cole-Dai

Riding my bike, such a feeling of freedom as a child and it continues. Wind beneath my wings.

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Fly, Berta!

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Oct 28, 2023Liked by Phyllis Cole-Dai

Many links (though many opposites, too). I loved to read and am still a voracious reader. I loved history, and now I write about history. Many of the things I enjoyed as a child I never had the confidence to participate in, so was merely a fascinated observer. As an adult, my confidence grew and now I participate, too :)

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Thank you for developing that confidence! It has allowed you to share so many wonderful gifts and skills . . .

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Oct 28, 2023Liked by Phyllis Cole-Dai

📚 Books, definitely books. Loved reading as a kid & grew into a true bookaholic ….books in every room in our house 🙄

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I'm having fun imagining your book-house!

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Oct 28, 2023Liked by Phyllis Cole-Dai

Here's my poem about it:

Child Writer

Beyond the dark window

quake-wrinkled hills

recline under moonlight

A few stars wink

An owl hoots

Coyotes on the dunes

sing a scratchy song

From the living room

the Bonanza theme

taps at my ear

I sit cozy at my desk

with paper, pen,

and an idea.

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I can see you, Child/Woman Writer! Thanks for sharing your poem!

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