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Reflections in the Looking Glass

Posted on 04/30/2023 by Khaya Ronkainen

I catch her reflection in the looking glassand see an inner glow, true beautythat stems from all she stands for Each strand of hair on her crownis strength, an ...

Project Finding Beauty

Of Summer Passing

Posted on 08/28/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

Down the road from my house, the lake is a magnetic. Swimmers are thirst for water. Walkers are intent, eyes open for little joys; summer’s forget-me-nots. Todd...

Project Finding Beauty

The Joy of Idleness

Posted on 08/14/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

The joy of idle unproductive spaces. If you have found a quiet bench in a quiet park and sat down, be sure you had a very profitable day! ~ Mehmet Murat ildan b...

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khaya.ronkainen

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Writing is often a solitary act — until it isn’t. 

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