http://slow.writerscafe.org/cdmm The original writings of author Carole en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1775981062 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 When He speaks, I am awestruck Utterly stunned by His presence It is in that precise moment…That...The World Stands Still Having pictured Him as an Ogre on a throneWith a whip in his hand just waiting for me.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/362003/ Being sentimental can be tough, especially when it comes to "Toy Retirement." It is, however, a necessary phase of motherhood; a turning point. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/292692/ An old adage that remains true today. When we're miserable, being around people that are truly happy gets under our skin. Sadly, it doesn't have to be that way... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/279651/ It ALL comes out in the WASH...WE WILL REAP BOUNTIFULLY FROM WHAT WE SOW, be it good or bad. 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V. of poison? I wasn’t convicted or sentencedBut here I am-by choice—my.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/178515/ New Year’s Resolution Revolution Though it’s true that change will always be a needAnd perhaps there is always something we might heedNew Years Resolutions represent a near impossible taskThose things I promise to adhere to, rarely last My best intentions freq.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/172590/ Our eyes reveal much more than what any of us realize. This is a detailed account of a few things I have learned in the counseling ministry I am involved in. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/167954/ I wrote this for a friend of mine on the Cafe that is going through a difficult time. To you, my friend. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/160134/ I have to admit, I hate pretense. This world is crying out for the real. 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I bound down the two flights of burgundy painted steps of the Navy Lodge in San Diego, glide t.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/113280/ I never thought I’d see the dayI’m hopelessly addicted to the Writer’s CaféIn the short time they were maintaining the sightI whined all day and I whined all night Massive withdrawals from my cyberspace friendsAnd all of the reviews on which I have grown to .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/110226/ The alphabet of eternityBountiful strength for the journeyWisdom for the teachableKnowledge for the reachable Immeasurable life for those that seek itIndomitable hope for those that need itIncalculable love without measureAn unparalleled and costly treasure Words that t.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/108920/ I wrote this for a contest. We had to describe a picture... :-) http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/106788/ Some may love 25 different remotes for 25 different things. Not me! Give me ONE with 2-3 buttons max. 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Tell me what you think. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/99797/ What will I do with the gifts I've been given?Will I use them for goodTo touch the life of another?      Perhaps a mother                     a father  &nb.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/cdmm/97428/ Anybody that has teenagers knows about the "H" word. This story is what you call half-n-half. 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