radical
I smiled intentionally
at a stranger today,
gave them my place
at the front of the line,
paid the extra change
they were short
at the checkout
then wished them well
as we parted ways
they turned briefly
and smiled back
it cost me nothing
well, two dollars and
twenty-one cents for
those who are counting
I wasn’t…nothing mattered
in that moment but being
kind, connecting with
another person in a
world that has forgotten
how to care…in a world
where benevolence
is a radical act
~kat
I will let today’s glimmer poem speak for itself. My inspiration once again comes from gooduniversenextdoor.
“Seedbombing the desolation”
There’s so much in the world to fight against. So much. Our “go-to” strategies are taking to the streets, boycotting companies and writing elected officials, but for this prompt, write a poem about tiny gestures or symbolic acts that also signify protest. / Recommended reading: “Guerilla Gardener” by Sarah Carleton and “Political Action” by Bob Hicok
much love, peace, and glimmers to you!
~kat
like mercury colliding... 
April 18th, 2025 at 6:30 am
Beautiful and kind gesture.
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April 18th, 2025 at 7:35 am
Kindness is so important these days. ✨✨💚✨✨
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April 18th, 2025 at 8:46 am
Very true Kat
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April 18th, 2025 at 11:06 am
A lovely thing to do Kat.
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April 18th, 2025 at 11:27 am
Such an uplifting song Peter. Thank you for sharing it. ✨💚✨
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April 18th, 2025 at 1:25 pm
Lovely piece Kat
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April 18th, 2025 at 2:38 pm
Thank you Di
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