Nelson Mandela's reading of her poem, "The Child is not Dead," in his state of the nation address in 1994--in reference to the Sharpeville massacre, calls to mind Obama's singing of "Amazing Grace" during his 2015 eulogy for Clementa Pinckney. Your translation of Jonker's poem was a revelation forcing me to learn more.
What a tribute to a woman before her time. Ingrid Jonker. Who didn’t deserve her abuse. A woman who wrote real, raw, beautiful. You made my day. Your poem. Incredible 🌸
I feel that the magic in dolls even paper dolls has a life hope and child play is the innocence we are truly. Even if the doll is thrown away, as dreams may sometimes be lost too. Yet the love that was, always is m. That’s the mystery of love
Emotional and moving words. Thank you for the translation! Love, V.
Thank you, Virg! Much love. <3
Nelson Mandela's reading of her poem, "The Child is not Dead," in his state of the nation address in 1994--in reference to the Sharpeville massacre, calls to mind Obama's singing of "Amazing Grace" during his 2015 eulogy for Clementa Pinckney. Your translation of Jonker's poem was a revelation forcing me to learn more.
That moment will always be memorable, Irving. Thank you!
To the rag doll. Very nice, Rea.
Thank you, Parker. :)
This is so beautiful, Rea. Reading it made me feel the vulnerability of trying to find and hold onto our self-worth.
Thank you, June. I’m glad it resonated with you. <3
Dear Rea, thank you for sharing this in English. It is touching and deeply moving. I can definitely feel this! Peace, Mike
Thank you, dear Mike.
Peace back my friend. <3
Wonderful! I love it.
Thank you, Stephanie!
Thank you for sharing this with us Rea and you were gentle with it.
Aren’t we all ragdolls?
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Thank you, Emma. Perhaps we are. <3
Your poem is so sad and very powerful. Thank you for your reinterpretation of the original. 🙏
Thank you, Mark!
What a tribute to a woman before her time. Ingrid Jonker. Who didn’t deserve her abuse. A woman who wrote real, raw, beautiful. You made my day. Your poem. Incredible 🌸
Thank you, Brenda. I am pleased you enjoyed it. <3
Beautiful, heartbreaking and powerful lieve Rea 🖤 🌬🦋
Dankie, lieve Vlinder! <3 <3
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That is powerful and heartbreaking 💔
Thank you, Gabriela! <3
This is a beautiful one. Thank you for sharing it! 🖤
Thank you for commenting, Ava! <3
Powerful Rea. The Ragdoll could speak for anyone who feels abandoned…very empowering 💪
Thank you for the thoughtful comment, Esther. I love when people get it. <3
I feel that the magic in dolls even paper dolls has a life hope and child play is the innocence we are truly. Even if the doll is thrown away, as dreams may sometimes be lost too. Yet the love that was, always is m. That’s the mystery of love
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Lynne. <3
oh, that's powerful! I love the way you give a little explanation first, followed by your poem. :)
Thank you, Colleen! I am happy you enjoyed it. <3