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Traveling Light

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Linda Pastan
Linda Pastan

Linda Pastan is an acclaimed American poet whose introspective and emotionally charged verse has made her a prominent figure in the literary world for decades. Born on May 27, 1932, she has reflected on themes of love, loss, and the human condition in her poetry. more

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“Let them stone you with their words, thoughts and misperceptions that are based on false doctrines. Allow them to continue to believe that they have the answers for you. Gift them your back as they use their tongue as a double-edged sword against you. God consciousness is a shield upon your always, internally and externally, guided path. Trust in God and trust in your very own heart and Soul. For, judgement of another is the trapdoor of the misguided Soul.”