When I find myself in times of darkness
when the weight of the world
becomes too much to bear—
and I’m left feeling disheartened
by humanity—
I remind myself of the beauty
I find in the imperfect
I truly believe that the most overlooked
people and things
are the most beautiful
Elongated green peppers
and lumpy strawberries
Crooked coffee mugs
and smiles
Quirky tea infusers
and twisted roots
Cobblestone sidewalks
castles and ruins
mystery and history—
things with depth
and soul
Wounded hearts and sad stories
dark art and pain hidden eyes
souls that are searching—
for something more
Old pubs and blues guitars
and lyrics that rip open your soul
Rainy days and fallen leaves
classic novels and vinyls
and black and white movies
The lost—
The tormented—
The misfits—
The outcasts—
and anything and everyone—
who just doesn’t seem to fit
People who remain who they are
despite living in a world
that ridicules them for it
People who aim to protect
ruins and nature
and anything that has history
These things
and people
give me hope
And I’ve yet to discover—
anything more beautiful
than
the perfectly imperfect
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Amazing use of words and thoughts dear Kristian. I enjoyed the poetry.
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Thank you so much, John. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!! ❤
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I always enjoy your work. You always make me smile and you are welcome.
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Beautifully penned, Kristian. There is an absolute beauty in imperfections. 🤗
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Thank you, Beckie!! 💞
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your beautiful poem hit home, such beautiful truth in your words and your photo is outstanding! 🙂
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Thank you so much, Wendi!! ❤
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you are very welcome, such a pleasure to read.
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Beautiful, Kristian! ❤
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Thank you, Penny! 💞
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Wonderful poetry by a talented writer.
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Thank you so much for the reblog!!
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Such lovely words. And pic
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Thank you so much!!
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You’re welcome Kristian. 😊
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Great job! I love Perfectly Imperfect as a line! I say that all the time ❤
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Thank you! ❤ I do too!!
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“I truly believe that the most overlooked
people and things
are the most beautiful”
Ohh I love these lines ….so exquisitely True! SO BEAUTIFUL KRISTIAN! Just like you….. ❤️🥰❤️🥰❤️🥰
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Aww, thank you, Yeka. ❤❤ I haven’t forgotten about that short story either. I plan to get that to you soon.
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Oh yes I’m definitely looking forward to that!!!! Super Thanks as always my BEAUTIFUL KRISTIAN!!! Have a truly lovely day!!!! 💕🌷💕🌷💕🌷💕🌷💕🌷💕🌷
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This is amazing! One of your best.
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Thank you!!
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Nicely expressed Madam K 🙂
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Thank you!! ❤
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Absolutely perfect, the words caressing my soul. Beautifully written xoxo
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Thank you so much, Taylor!! ❤
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My pleasure ♥️♥️
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I’m loving this. So many images in my mind and a wonderful message!
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Thank you so much!! I’m glad you enjoyed it!! ❤❤
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