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Feb 21Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

Thank you for your kind words about our poetry group! We value you, for sure.

I’m impressed with this project, Dheepa. Wonderful work.

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Thank you so much, Mary--for reading and for your thoughtful critique in our group! Regarding this project--I want so much to be in conversation with like-minded readers and writers, and this forum seems like a good fit in many ways. Grateful for your note!

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Feb 21Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

thank you Dheepa for reminding me about listening in the quiet

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Not easy in this crazy world! Thank you so much for reading :)

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Mar 13Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

Glad to see you starting this newsletter on Substack! And congrats on the Pushcart prize - that's amazing! Your writing is beautiful!

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Thank you so much, Serena--I appreciate the encouragement! (FYI, they were only nominations-prizes will be announced later in spring.) Looking forward to reading your work, too.

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Mar 14Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

Dheepa - nominations are still something to celebrate with balloons and whoops! Congrats congrats!

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You're awesome--thank you!

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Feb 22Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

I'm happy to see your blog return! Thanks for the nice reference to our writing group! Your search for beauty and meaning has certainly enhanced our efforts and atmosphere. Your essays and poetry are always uplifting. Marjie Giffin

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Marjie, I appreciate this--thank you sincerely! Our critique group helped me in so many ways--such a beautiful balance of honesty and kindness!

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Feb 22Liked by Dheepa R. Maturi

So excited to be receiving your creations and recommendations into my inbox regularly for 2024 - YAY!

thank you.

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Thank you so much, Kaki! I am so excited about this relaunch and eager to connect & converse with friends, old & new!

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