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			<title>The Leisure of Alleged Men</title>
			<description> by Someone Who&amp;rsquo;s Tired of the Circus</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2959388/</link>
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			<title>Not My Shadow</title>
			<description>A poem about legacy, strength, and the line that cannot be uncrossed</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2956131/</link>
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			<title>LOVE is a mirror, not just a GIFT</title>
			<description>The partner you seek will reflect who you already are. So become that person first.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2955817/</link>
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			<title>Threshold Worker</title>
			<description>A visceral reflection on the quiet strength of a working-class woman navigating illness, financial strain, and systemic gaps--still rising, still paying, still carrying it all.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2955192/</link>
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			<title>Golden Memory of the Winged Truth</title>
			<description>A delicate yet powerful reflection on heritage, transformation, and resilience. The golden tribal butterfly becomes both a symbol and a witness&amp;mdash;carrying echoes of ancestors, woven with strength &amp; Gen.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2955159/</link>
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			<title>I don't break, I document</title>
			<description>Real talk response to threats and false claims-silence doesn't mean weakness.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2953953/</link>
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			<title>The Youngest</title>
			<description>I came last,  but not least.  Born into noise and name-calling,  into stories already half-told,  I became the listener, the soft place to land.They called me baby,  but I mothered their children,  tucked hearts into lullabies,  carried weight I wasn&amp;rsquo;t asked to lift.No child of m..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952934/</link>
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			<title>DRIFT</title>
			<description>A quiet reflection on early morning weariness, &amp;ldquo;Drift&amp;rdquo; honors the quiet resilience we carry, and the grace found in simply continuing forward, one breath at a time.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952930/</link>
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			<title>I Cry Inside (But I Rise)</title>
			<description>The poem reflects inner conflict, silent grief, and growing empowerment sparked by witnessing activists, auditors, and principled law enforcement rise against injustice.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952648/</link>
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			<title>The mirror with no winner</title>
			<description>A rhythmic reflection on conflict, ego, and the quiet strength it takes to seek truth over triumph. This poem calls for emotional clarity and shared healing.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952131/</link>
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			<title>The thermostat Oracle</title>
			<description>An ode to office survival: where frostbite is policy, honesty is cosmetic, and sarcasm is the last line of warmth against institutional chill</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952129/</link>
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			<title>My Soft Armor</title>
			<description>A reflection on choosing grace over justification, and the quiet strength of protecting the tenderness.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2952118/</link>
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			<title>The Hope That Maybe the Silence Wasn't Meant to Sting</title>
			<description>This poem explores the quiet ache of being blocked unexpectedly after a heartfelt exchange and reflects on the regret of having done the same to others.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951811/</link>
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			<title>The Name That Echoes Differently</title>
			<description>A raw and reflective portrait of life left both love and hurt in its wake. This poem speaks to the emotional complexity of family, when the ties remain, even when trust doesn&amp;rsquo;t.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951800/</link>
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			<title>The First to Break, the First to Mend </title>
			<description>for the second-born girl who never stopped fighting</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951784/</link>
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			<title>The Ones Who Still Write</title>
			<description>A tribute to those who continue to write despite silence and doubt, an anthem of quiet resilience, love, and memory.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951654/</link>
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			<title>Trust Is a Myth; But So Is Distance</title>
			<description>&amp;nbsp;I&amp;rsquo;ll be suspicious,  but not unkind.  If art is confession dressed in metaphor,  then let your writing lie to me beautifully,  and I&amp;rsquo;ll believe it anyway.You say not to trust,  but you write like someone who aches for truth  in crooked lines and dissolving statues.  I..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951649/</link>
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			<title>For Elana &amp; Janeah, Dancing Through the Distance</title>
			<description>A joyful and bittersweet tribute to two high school sisters who love to dance, laugh, and live loud despite quieter communication. love endures even across distance and family silence.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951640/</link>
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			<title>For Nicole, Still loved</title>
			<description>A poignant poem for my niece Nicole, written through the ache of love shaped by conflict.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951633/</link>
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			<title>For Joretia: The Girl Who Watched Ants and Named the Hurt</title>
			<description>A heartfelt poem honoring my golden-haired niece who saw deeply, felt profoundly, and chose kindness despite early emotional weight. Her quiet wisdom becomes a guiding light for others.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951005/</link>
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			<title>For Jewel (Eldoich): The One Who Smiled Like She Meant It</title>
			<description>A playful, heartfelt tribute to my niece Eldoich&amp;mdash;nicknamed Jewel</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2951000/</link>
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			<title>Vinalynn: The Tide That Would Not Break</title>
			<description>my niece, my sister, my stubborn star</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950999/</link>
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			<title>To the Five-Year-Old Me, Watching the World from the Corners</title>
			<description>Hey you--&amp;nbsp; yes, you.&amp;nbsp;With the wide eyes and the quiet stare.&amp;nbsp;You don&amp;rsquo;t talk much,  but you notice everything, don&amp;rsquo;t you?The way voices shift when grown-ups lie.&amp;nbsp;The way love shows up  in the form of food or silence or missing shoes.&amp;nbsp;You collect moments like s..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950995/</link>
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			<title>To My Rearae: Soft Fire, Steady Light</title>
			<description> (for the girl who used to reach for ears, and now carries a heart of her own)</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950990/</link>
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			<title> Born Radiant, Grown Fierce</title>
			<description>A tribute to my niece Katrina, whose radiant spirit carried her through childhood challenges and into a life shaped by strength, loyalty, and grace.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950981/</link>
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			<title>For Alexander John, Who Grew Tall but Never Outgrew My Heart</title>
			<description>A tribute to my nephew Alexander John&amp;mdash;a gentle giant I helped raise.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950974/</link>
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			<title>Ode to Tiny Tim, Born on the Fourth</title>
			<description>A deeply personal tribute to my nephew, Tim, whom I helped raise during a challenging season of our lives.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950858/</link>
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			<title>The Laugh Before the Rise</title>
			<description>This poem mirrors the emotional pacing: the rush of youth, the sting of sarcasm, and the calm wisdom of hindsight. Here's a version that lets each beat breathe</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950689/</link>
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			<title>She speaks-He snaps</title>
			<description>A poetic clash between two voices&amp;mdash;one soulful, one unapologetically bold. &amp;ldquo;She&amp;rdquo; speaks from the heart. &amp;ldquo;He&amp;rdquo; snaps from the hip. A duet of heat and healing.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950548/</link>
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			<title>The heart that chose her</title>
			<description>for Kalina, with all of me</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950527/</link>
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			<title>Stillness with Noise</title>
			<description>A quiet, aching reflection on depression in a noisy, overwhelming world. This poem explores numbness, overstimulation, and the search for stillness when even comfort feels out of reach.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2950042/</link>
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			<title>Fleas And Scream</title>
			<description>A humorous and itchy tale of a flea invasion at home and workplace. What an embarrassment!</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2948958/</link>
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			<title>The Saga of the Magnificent Seven</title>
			<description>In a bustling home on a sunny island, seven siblings grew upunder one roof, each as different as the waves that kissed their shores. Lifein the family was a whirlwind a comedy of personalities colliding, teaming up,and occasionally conspiring against each other.&amp;nbsp;Pam, the eldest, w..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2942121/</link>
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			<title>My Beloved Family</title>
			<description>My Beloved Family,We are bound together not only by blood but by something greater-the shared love and connection that make us who we are. Family is a blessing, yet it comes with challenges. Together, we have seen struggles, misunderstandings, and moments of hurt. But today, I want to share a messag..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2938545/</link>
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			<title>The illusion of doing enough</title>
			<description>reflective exploration of how parental habits and dependencies can unintentionally impact their children's growth and learning.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2937812/</link>
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			<title>A Dance of Energies</title>
			<description>A reflective poem exploring the powerful energies within creative works, emphasizing the importance of honoring boundaries and protecting one&amp;rsquo;s light when encountering darker expressions.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2936825/</link>
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			<title>The Marital Tango</title>
			<description>A humorous take on the ups and downs of marriage, celebrating its quirks and playful moments with a dash of cheeky fun.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2936823/</link>
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			<title>The Richness of Island Life</title>
			<description>My love for my Island and my people: A poem celebrating the true wealth of the Northern Mariana Islands&amp;mdash;family, love, and nature's abundant gifts.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2936822/</link>
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			<title>Lilo and Stitch &quot;Genie's bitcoin blunder&quot;</title>
			<description>&quot;Reimagined the classic 'Genie and three wishes' tale with a playful Lilo and Stitch twist! Inspired by my niece's favorite cartoon, which I absolutely love watching while babysitting&amp;mdash;&amp;#128514;&quot;</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2936821/</link>
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			<title>Memo's Tale</title>
			<description>Amidst challenges and jest, professionalism and respect stand the test.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2936816/</link>
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			<title>Forgive Myself: A promised renewed</title>
			<description>In the opening, I depicted a quiet heart facing betrayal and anger. As the poem progressed, I acknowledged the harsh words and night, emphasizing my deep remorse.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2932967/</link>
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			<title>Family Dynamics</title>
			<description>In the realm of family tieswhere hearts entwine,Words exchanged, emotions intertwine.A call for unityA plea for peace,yet misunderstandings seem to never cease.Intentions pureBut words can sting,In the dance of dialogue, emotions swing.&amp;nbsp;Accusations flyTrust is strained,In the midst of i..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2927255/</link>
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			<title>The Good Empath</title>
			<description>Empathy is a powerful gift, but it should be balanced with self-care to ensure these remarkable individuals can continue to shine their light on the world.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2925967/</link>
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			<title>Simple Marriage Strategies: Not an Easy Fix</title>
			<description>Marriage is a journey filled with love, challenges, and growth.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2924774/</link>
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			<title>High Heels and Holiday Glee</title>
			<description>&quot;That uncontrolled feeling of SOMETHING GOOD&quot;</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2924019/</link>
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			<title>The Balance of Kindness</title>
			<description>Explores the challenges of being kind and the internal struggle of maintaining peace while dealing with people who take advantage of one's kindness.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2923456/</link>
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			<title>Give the Greatest Support</title>
			<description>The importance of non-material support in times of need. It highlights how love, encouragement, affection, &amp; empowerment can be powerful gifts, especially when financial support is impossible</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2923436/</link>
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			<title>The Tough and Tender You</title>
			<description>Encouraging poem that celebrates your unique blend of toughness and sensitivity, and inspires you to spread love and compassion</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2923327/</link>
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			<title>&quot;The Weight of the World&quot;</title>
			<description>Internal conflict and the quiet hope that, through empathy and love, we can find a way to ease the pain we all carry.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2922608/</link>
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			<title>&quot;Empathy in the crib&quot;</title>
			<description>At eleven years old, the world shifted fast,With a baby born, childhood didn&amp;rsquo;t last.Leah Jazmine, the first of her kind,And with her, a love so gentle, so kind.I stood by her crib, my heart full of care,Watching her tiny hands, her presence so rare.I wanted to shield her from harm, from the fe..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Gonagold86/2919858/</link>
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