“Rhymes Of Woe” Now Live On Hotel Masticadores

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words I write tiptoe

across rhymes of woe

close windows tight

days argue with night

my words, fears in pen

dare I stamp and send 

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54 thoughts on ““Rhymes Of Woe” Now Live On Hotel Masticadores”

    1. Thank you my wise friend. You know I use to say I was a wise old soul by seven. You are filled with a fountain of wisdom and much clarity I believe. A kind soul. Biggest hugs my friend. 🌹❤️🌹

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    2. Thank you dear KK hope your life is filled with love. It would be lovely to read you some time on one of the many Masticadores locations. Sending you as always love, hugs, and blessings. 🌹

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      2. We both enjoyed your story so much Nigel. You had me crying, what a special story that was. I hope you have some nice weekend plans my friend. ❤️

      3. Thank you Joni. no plans this weekend. Desperate to just shut down for the year now. I’m house-sitting… So hopefully I get to sleep a little. Glad you guys enjoyed the story. 🤗💜

    1. Thank you so much Tim. You are such a sweetie. I must say I heard there is a bear that sometimes travels in the woods to our left so would you consider sharing him for that beautiful owl who goes stark white in your trees. I miss our birds. Let me know if there is a secret on how to get them to know someone is home. 🏡. Big hugs and please send me an email if you have any ideas besides bird seed. They are such beautiful creatures, thank you for sharing them. 🦉🦉🦉🦋🦋

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    1. Dearest Melissa I know you probably do and I am sorry for it. Did you ever send your dreams to fairies when you were young? I did almost nightly it made me feel loved. I can’t wait to read your next series. Blessings tender soul, and my love too. 🌹❤️🌹

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    1. Thank you Cassa. You are a talented poet and your feedback means a lot my friend. You are right about the use of just a few words and I am glad that you enjoyed it. Big hugs and blessing Cassa, Love Joni

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    1. Dearest Tiffany, thank you so much for reading my friend. I know I saw your name the other day and I thought you had answered a long note I sent to you but I have never been able to find it. Anyway, thank you so much Tiffany. I think you have my email so you can always sent me one if you got my note. Love, hugs and blessings – Joni

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    1. Thank you Dawn and I am very sorry for the late responses. We were struggling with our decision to have my support dog Esther to sleep and honestly I am still unable to handle much when it comes to our routine as she was a part of everything I did anyway. Thank you for your sweet comment Dawn, I always enjoy your work. You are very gifted. Sending lots of hugs and love, Joni

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      1. That’s a difficult decision, indeed! I elected to hospice my little black cat at home, and I sometimes think I should have put him down sooner. I feel like I made him suffer more because I couldn’t let go. My prayers are with you, Joni!

      2. Dawn, this is so kind of you to share this and it means the world to me. I’m going to respond because I think it’s something so many pet owners ask them self and struggle through. We have been doing the same thing and a lot especially today. I appreciate this Message so much today as we have both been crying about the loss of Esther. Thank you for your very gracious and kind words. They mean so much really they do. It is a blessing to be able to hospice a cat or dog or any type of pet at home around all the things they love and are used to. love Joni and thank you for your prayers so much

  11. Short and concise and resonant. Ah, that feeling of supreme doubt when your finger hovers above the Send button… I should have listened to my gut rather than my heart throughout my life. Oh well. 😀 Wonderfully written, Joni (as always). 🙂

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    1. Dearest Mike, I apologise for the late response. We put my 15 year old anxiety support dog to sleep and I am still grieving and obviously a bit more anxious than usual. How we are influenced by our families. It is hard to believe the profound effect they have on us, even though we think we are doing well, then something will pop up. They are a shadow that lingers in the wake of our subconscious. Thank you Mike. I am wondering if I have missed some of your publications. I am going to do a search on MasticadoresUSA and also Hotel. Great big hugs and love to you my kind friend.

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      1. I’m so sorry to hear about your support dog, Joni. Please accept my condolences. You’re right: our animal friends are family members–perhaps the best family members we’ll ever have–and losing them is tragic. Fifteen years is a long time for a dog, and I can only imagine your sorrow right now. It brings back memories of wonderful dogs I’ve known and miss dearly. Sending you all the best as you make your way through this loss, my friend.

        I didn’t have any pieces scheduled at Chewers & Masticadores for December for some reason, but I have poetry scheduled there each month from January to April so far, and I’m submitting pieces monthly. I’m not sure when my next deaf essay will appear at Gobblers, but my fourth essay was published there about three weeks ago or so (“Deaf Dos & Don’ts”). I don’t have anything on MasticadoresUSA or Hotel. I’ve been reposting some poetry on my blog (my so-called Reprise Series, if you will), so there are some pieces you may have missed there that were posted over the past couple of weeks.

        Here’s hoping the spirit of the season will help you through your grief over losing your beloved dog. All the best to you and Scott from my humble little abode in Colorado.

      2. Oh thank you seriously for answering my question. I know right where to go. Also, thank you so much for your kind words about little Esther. It is not going to go away quickly. My grief is, a big hole right now that’s filled with sorrow, but I know it will get better. Thank you for your very kind words they mean a lot to me. I am excited to read you. I’m gonna go in now before it gets dinner time so I can read. Sending lots of hugs and blessings your way. 🦋🌹✨🦋🌹

    1. Oh thank you so much dear Belladonna. You will be happy to know I am finally getting rid of this middle age belly of mine. It has been a process. I was a size 2 just four years ago and now I am a size five, but can still fit in my size 4 jackets. Still I am hoping to get rid of all my belly eventually. I am not trying to rush it anymore, just eating very healthy cutting out almost all the sugar and carbs and working out a bit each night. So thanks for your encouragement Belladonna. Hope your son is enjoying school. Sending you lots of love and hugs, Joni

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      1. Joni that is so wonderful! So happy for you beautiful lady. Yes my son is doing so well and the most important part is, he’s HAPPY!
        Can’t wait to make plans on seeing each other soon!

      2. I am so glad he is liking it here. It means everything that our children are happy. Big blessings to you my friend. I am looking forward to seeing you – and your son. It is a bit of a drive for you so you will have to give yourself time. Sending you love sweetie. Big hugs, Joni

      4. You are always welcome. Thanks for reminding us all to take care of ourselves and to find positive things to be grateful for and to enjoy. ❤️🙏❤️

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