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PROMPT #449
I have chosen two lines from an essay on Shakespeare by James Baldwin
No time can be easy if one is living through it.
That is why he is called a poet
Include one or both the lines in your piece, with no reference to Shakespeare. The line of thought needs to be yours, not influenced by classics.
There is no restriction on the length of the piece. There is no deadline unless you wish to be featured in the Weekly Wrap.
We will not include offensive or vulgar posts, or posts that hurt ordinary sensibilities. This needs to be a safe space.

Thanks, Indira!
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Here’s mine Reena.
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Here is my Submission :
https://sheknowsallblog.wordpress.com/2026/09/29/the-weight-of-the-now/
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Thanks!
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“No time can be easy if one is living through it” – Ladyleemanila
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hi, Reena! ❤
Thanks for the inspiration, as always! Here is my contribution:
Much love,
David
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Such an interesting challenge, Reena!
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Thank you!
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Here’s my take Reena 💜
https://magz70-qytix.wordpress.com/2026/09/27/while-we-are-living-it/
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great challenge Reena – https://poetisatinta.wordpress.com/2026/09/25/xploration-3/
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Thank you, Ange!
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Excellent prompt, and thank you for the mention, Reena. Here’s mine – Much Ado About Something or Nothing?
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Thank you!
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Thank you, Sadje!
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Reena,
Here’s my short but sweet contribution.
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Thanks, John!
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And now I have another book I must peruse! lol Great prompt, Reena! And thanks for the mention. 🙂
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Good to know I inspire you.
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Thank you so much, Reena! The first line resonated with me. I hope you like my reflection. ☺️
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Thank you, Aptivi!
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You’re most welcome, Reena! ☺️
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Reena – Thank you for your prompts that make us think.
Here’s; There is No One ‘EASY’ Button
https://julesinflashyfiction.wordpress.com/2026/09/24/nd-09-24-xxvi-verse-haibun-xploration-449/
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Here is mine Reena:
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