2026 Poetry Postcard Fest, poetry

POPO 2026 Day 16

Posted by Lisa or Li on
learn more about Nellie Bly here

As gardener & bird feeder,
even when living
alone, I am taking on
cultivating community.
This philosophy also goes
for folks with fur babies
and aquariums; a willingness
to do the work, with no other
expectation of thanks
than observing & appreciating
my & their health blossoming.

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  1. Carol anne's avatar Carol anne says:
    October 16, 2026 at 9:04 am

    wonderful li 🤗💖

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 16, 2026 at 1:32 pm

      Thanks, CA :)

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  2. Aptivi's avatar Aptivi says:
    October 16, 2026 at 10:05 am

    Nellie has really championed women’s rights with her writings, Lisa. Also, wonderful poem 👍☺️

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 16, 2026 at 1:46 pm

      Thanks much, Yasan.

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      1. Aptivi's avatar Aptivi says:
        October 16, 2026 at 1:53 pm

        You’re welcome, Lisa. ☺️

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  3. marina's avatar marina says:
    October 16, 2026 at 10:40 am

    Love it!

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 16, 2026 at 1:52 pm

      :)

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  4. Max's avatar Max says:
    October 16, 2026 at 10:43 am

    I like this one…great art.

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 16, 2026 at 1:54 pm

      yes it is. light-hearted for sure.

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  5. pvcann's avatar pvcann says:
    October 16, 2026 at 11:54 am

    I so love the poem.

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 16, 2026 at 1:56 pm

      thanks! <3

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      1. pvcann's avatar pvcann says:
        October 17, 2026 at 9:52 am

        My pleasure Li ❤️

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  6. memadtwo's avatar memadtwo says:
    October 16, 2026 at 7:28 pm

    Those eyes are quite piercing.
    Always satisfaction in nurturing life. (K)

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  7. Outrageous Monk's avatar Outrageous Monk says:
    October 16, 2026 at 10:41 pm

    That quote from Nellie Bly is so powerful, and your reflections on cultivating community through gardening and caring for others really hit home.

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    1. Lisa or Li's avatar Lisa or Li says:
      October 17, 2026 at 12:49 am

      Happy you like them, OM. Thanks.

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