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Softer – A Poem

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Wild fire on ice my cheek to pillow sleep seems like a half a sheep away even though my mind refuses to just let go Though it seems close like a staircase of pastel clouds and even my thought-prints are … Continue reading →

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Really, Really Like Me

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Dear Reader, My hopes and dreams for my new children’s book “Really, Really Like Me” go above and beyond the expectations that I had with my two poetry books. I am hoping it will make a difference for children everywhere. … Continue reading →

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I Wish

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

You know what I wish? Sometimes I wish I had a British accent. Who am I kidding? I’ve always wished I had a British accent. Or maybe an Irish brogue. Yes, that would be perfect. It’s just romantic. Simple as … Continue reading →

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Turquoise – A Poem

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

For dVersePoets: Poetics Slowly I slip my two pale city-tone feet into a blanket of warm white sand As I close my eyes to listen to the sounds of the crystal ocean I open just one eye to see the … Continue reading →

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Perseverance

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

When I was young, I knew that one day I would become a leader. As time went on, my brain learned how scary it can be just to be in this world -never mind be confident enough to be a … Continue reading →

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Hello 2013: Hello All

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Gretchen Venters

Most of you that follow my blog, thus far, know that I tend to ramble. But seeing as its 5AM and well past time to hit the pillow, I will keep this short and sweet. Aside from my hopes for … Continue reading →

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