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Jan 5Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

I don't know the poem, so a slow exploration of it each week seems a lovely idea.

Can't believe we're in January now. I look forward to the weekly rhythm of Ford Knows keeping me afloat 🤗

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Jan 4Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

I love this idea, Troy. We all must find more opportunities to find peace in our hearts and extend that peace into the world.

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Jan 4Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

Troy, I’m so behind on everything, David was really ill over Christmas and I’ve been struck with heavy boots as seems to happen each January, so it’s slow going over here, but, I wish you the happiest New Year, and I’m really excited for this Whitman read. I had to stop and pause on the ‘I bequeath..’ stanza for a while, it’s like a spell. Can’t wait to see what really tuning into the poem brings. Also, the Carnyx?! What?! I’d never seen one before, it’s so intense!!

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A lovely 2023 wrap up piece, Troy.

And a wonderful idea to do a deep dive into each line of Whitman’s poem! I look forward to following your exploration of this beautiful poem. And I look forward to reading the rest of your work in 2024.

Happy New Year, brother :)

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Yes! We need a good battle cry of the spirit, thank you Troy. What a brilliant idea to invoke Whitman in this call to loving kindness and the sacred within each of us. I hope everyone on Substack hops over here to 'unfold toward'.

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We need more connectedness and compassion more than ever. You are a gift, my friend. 💕

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Happy new year!

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What a wonderful. loving hug this feels like, thank you so much Troy, and looking forward to another year of your inspiring offerings 💛

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Jan 1Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

❤️

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Jan 1Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

This poem is everything. I’m really looking forward to your 2024 dive into it. Peace and big love to you Mr. Ford.

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Dec 31, 2023Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

Love is all you really need. Stay focused people.

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Dec 31, 2023Liked by Mr. Troy Ford

Ugh, breathtaking! I love this poem. It’s a perfect thing to hear right now as I am traveling and in an airport rating this thank you so much. Happy new year!!

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