INTRO: I wrote this poem in 2012 in the beautiful seaside township of Mandarah, Western Australia. It was at a time when public conversations were surfacing around what was appropriate and inappropriate touching in the workplace and public places. Now in 2021, giving someone a hug has been further removed from our culture, due to... Continue Reading →
The poem encapsulates the timeless ease and authenticity of close relationships. It celebrates the freedom of familiarity, mutual respect, and genuine connection without pretense. Through poetic verses, Joy honors the non-transactional nature of true friendship, where individuals uplift and support each other with sincerity.
In creating this site, I've collected puzzling words. We shuffle life's pieces, seeking quick solutions or patiently putting them together.
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Simply Story Poetry 