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Petite Pen~March 28, 2023

Katie Frances Hartless
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I’m standing strong against this week’s tsunami of tasks and to-do lists. If you feel inspired by this painting by the talented Cynthia Decker, please join me in penning 30 words or less in the face of the rising tides of your life.

Happy Tuesday!

The Changing Tide

When the storm before you
merges sea with sky.
And the luxuries
that adorn you
won’t save you from demise.

Hoist your sail
before the swell;
brave the changing tide.

© 2023 | K. Hartless

Cover Art: “Oblivious” Cynthia Decker

18 responses to “Petite Pen~March 28, 2023”

  1. Michele Lee Avatar
    Michele Lee

    Nice work, K. Stand strong!

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Thank you, Michele. 💜

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      1. Michele Lee Avatar
        Michele Lee

        Welcome! 🌸

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  2. Simon Avatar
    Simon

    That’s quite a wave – I hope you float well 🙂

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Some parts of me are buoyant, for sure. But, I’m not sure how long I can tread water anymore. Thanks for stopping by, Simon.

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      1. Simon Avatar
        Simon

        I hope you can stop treading water soon and keep floating easily… life is tough at times so look after you 🙂
        Always a pleasure to stop by

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      2. K. Hartless Avatar
        K. Hartless

        Thank you, Simon. Adulthood should come with a pair of floaties. Happy Friday!

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      3. Simon Avatar
        Simon

        I know but even then someone would step on your head lol… Happy Tuesday. I hope you’re doing ok 🙂

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  3. Tom Avatar
    Tom

    Wonderful inspiring message against life’s rough waves, K – beautifully penned! 🙂

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Thank you, Tom. I’m courageous to a fault, and I think this verse shows that puffed up part of me. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

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  4. utahan15 Avatar
    utahan15

    water
    what are
    wide is far
    better
    know
    this
    count the words
    surge
    serge
    blue and yammamata hari too

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Sweet word swirl.

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  5. Aloya Avatar
    Aloya

    Nice poem 😊

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Thank you, Aloya. I appreciate this kind message.

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      1. Aloya Avatar
        Aloya

        You’re welcome 😊

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  6. johnlmalone Avatar
    johnlmalone

    I love the fierce bravura of this; solid advice 🙂

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    1. K. Hartless Avatar
      K. Hartless

      Thank you, John. Sails hoisted. I’m in my way somewhere.

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      1. johnlmalone Avatar
        johnlmalone

        Yay ! 🙂

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Katie Frances Hartless

K.F. Hartless (she/her) is a free-spirited fiction writer and word trapeze artist. When she’s not juggling her career as a literacy specialist, she’s preparing her latest death-defying act on the keys.

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