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My name is Joy, and I love to write. Why poetry, here? Because poetry uplifts its writer, and if she is lucky enough, her readers, too. Around us, so many objects abound to write about. Once a poet starts with a smallest, most trivial object, he shall discover that his pen will spill out what is most delicate or most majestic hidden inside him. Since the classics sometimes dealt with lofty subjects with a lofty language, a person with poetry in his soul may incline to emulate that. That is understandable. Poetry does that to a person: it enlarges the soul and gives it wings. Yet, to really soar, a poet needs to take off from the ground. Kiya's gift. I love it!
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Gifts
Prompt: Gifts
Let's think about the word, "gift." What do you think about gifts in any shape or form? What has been a real gift to you?


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The word "gift" may have differing meanings; however, all of them center around the idea of value and giving. A gift may mean a smile, a hug, or any other expression of love, like friendship, appreciation, or goodwill. The word "gift" may also refer to a talent, a natural aptitude for something, or an ability, as if it hints at a blessing given by a higher power.

I believe gifts that are thoughtful and personalized are valued the most by the receivers. Personalized gifts that speak to a person's tastes, interests, and needs carry a lot more meaning than something bought off a rack in a hurry. Also, gifts that contain shared memories are held in high esteem. In my case, one of my most favorite gifts is a photo album given to me by a cousin. It wasn't just an album. It contained all our photos together since childhood. I consider it as one of the most thoughtful gifts I have ever received.

Handmade gifts by the gift-giving person are also much appreciated as the giver of the gift has spent effort, thought, time, and creativity. As an example, I smiled at my image in the mirror yesterday, while I was washing my hands by using one of the *Heart* fancy soaps The StoryMistress Author Icon had created.

Then, some people in my family send or give me gifts of books especially in the areas that interest me, knowing that I have always been a book-worm.

Gifts may not be in the form of an object, either. I mean giving time, help, and an understanding ear are gifts, too. Two people, who weren't even very close to me earlier, called me every single day for many months to comfort me right after my husband's passing. My appreciation for those two people -- one a friend, the other my sister-in-law -- will never fade.

When all is said and done, the most appreciated gifts can be those that reflect the recipient's personality, values, and likes. This is because with gifts, consideration, creativity, and thoughtfulness play a huge role in making one's life more meaningful.



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