Sunflowers Grow
by Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez
Even sunflowers endure shadows.
That doesn’t stop the bee from visiting.
Even the happiest people endure pain.
That doesn’t stop us from growing.
Our perfect vision of the future may be spotted and marred
and yet…
We keep going.
We keep striving.
And reaching.
For the sun.
Through the shadows,
the buzzing,
the pain,
we don’t stop.
We endure.
We fight.
We grow.
Sunflowers don’t remain in the shadows
for long.
They burst through the darkness.
Stronger.
Brighter.
Ready.
For whatever comes next.
Thank you all for reading my 83-word poem inspired by the wonderful Suzy Leopold’s sunflower image @SuzyK5! If you’re so inclined, please leave a comment. I hope this inspires and empowers you!
Want to find out more about the #FallWritingFrenzy, check it out here: https://lydialukidis.wordpress.com/fall-writing-frenzy-contest-2020/ and the FAQs here.
Make sure to share about the Fall Writing Frenzy and feel free to tag @KaitlynLeann17 and @LydiaLukidis and always use the hashtag #FallWritingFrenzy. We can’t wait to see your entries on October 1st!
Sincerely,
Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez
Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez 
Whoop! Whoop! Can hardly wait for the Fall Writing Frenzy. Your sunflower poem got me pumped to keep writing and hoping. Thanks for putting a smile on my face this morning.
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Aww and now you’ve made my day! I’m so happy you’re excited and that this little ditty is filling you with hope😍
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Wow, that’s excellent!
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Really? Thank you so much! It just flowed out from Suzy’s beautiful image
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Love your poem!! Love sunflowers!! Thank you for providing inspiration today…I just found out (for the first time, unbelievably), that a dear friend has COVID….I will pass this along for sure. Keep the faith!
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I’m so sorry and sending positive vibes for you and your friend. I hope the friend recovers well. I also heard the CDC told stares to be ready for a vaccine by Nov so I hope that’s encouraging as well.
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When I was a child, my aunt planted a row of sunflower seeds outside of her living room window. They’d sprout up small and unseen in the shadows behind her shrubs. Eventually, their stalks grew sturdy and tall, and the flowers showed off their happy faces. I’m always delighted by the variety of stories or poems a photograph can prompt. Your poem offers a much-needed gift of hope–something we all need.
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That sounds awesome and so does your aunt! I’m so glad it’s hopeful and I can’t wait to read what you come up with too!
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What a beautiful way to start the day. This poem resonates deeply with me. Thank you for sharing!
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Aw Helen, that’s so wonderful to hear! I hope one of the Fall Writing Frenzy images are just as inspiring. I can’t wait to read your entry!
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Beautiful Kaitlyn! One can’t help but feel hopeful around sunflowers 🌻🥰 Thanks for sharing!
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What a glorious poem!
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Beautiful! This is just what I needed to hear–I love it! Thank you so much for sharing. ❤
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Awww you’re the best! Thanks so much, Jolene!
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Wonderful, Kaitlyn!
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You’re too sweet! Thank you,me. Real poet!
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I love your poem, Kaitlyn. I needed to hear/read that today. Thank you so much for sharing it.
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www Judith, I am so glad it was important to you today. I didn’t have the greatest day yesterday,so this comment is starting my new day off better, so thank YOU!
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Kaitlyn, I think yesterday was not the best day for many people. It wasn’t for me. My weak spot is to see my mother or children hurting and yesterday was a hard day. I so much needed to read your poem and shared it with them. Thank you so much.
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Aww that makes my heart so happy, I just teared up. I hope all is well with your family and I’m so glad my words helped a bit
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You’re inspiring Kaitlyn!!!! I hope your day is better today! Come visit Mootilda at my blog today. She’s certain to improve your moooood!
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Haha I just got to this today and I will moooove on over to visit. I read their interview with picture book builders and it cracked me up, I bet your will too, such hilarious ladies!
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Love the poem and especially the hopeful and strong ending. Looking forward to Fall Frenzy fun!
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Looking forward to this contest again this year, Kaitlyn. I just can’t resist a challenge. Your poem is full of hope and inspiration. Thank you for that. I’m working on an entry that uses that same beautiful image, but is very different.
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Aw thanks so much, Rose, I can’t wait to read yours😍
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Beautiful poem. I wrote my first draft today for the Fall Writing Frenzy. Super fun- thanks for creating this! Inspired me to get my blog going too. Feeling grateful 🙂
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Thank you so much, MaryLee, and I’m so glad it’s inspiring you😍
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