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I did not need to think, for even a second, about the piece of literature that enchanted me the most.

Thank you for this lovely idea Tara, I am honored to post my piece alongside these amazing writers.

https://donnamcarthur.substack.com/p/the-most-enchanting-piece-of-writing

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Donna, that is lovely writing. It’s a new poem for me and I’m grateful to know about it.

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Nailed it, friend. I love the image of the collegiate you-- groaning at the thought of the poetry assignment then stumbling across this powerful pice. ❤️

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Yes, I love that too! Literature just insists on being found, sometimes despite the classes (ahem)! Sometimes. :-)

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I am over here having a chuckle! I know I should not have told a University prof that I stole the textbook😂. I'm choosing to believe that my prof would understand, especially if they knew how much of that book I have since read.

Also I am certain that your classes are stimulating and amazing, I KNOW they are because of how you write!

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🤣 🤣 👩🏻‍🎓 On behalf of profs everywhere, I absolve you of your sin. Um. I think. Um. If I'm authorized to do that. Shoot. Let me go check my contract.... 😳

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I’m cheering for you Donna.

Your piece was beautiful. I really felt how much that poem meant to you. And the poem itself is incredible - it’s so moving.

Good luck Donna.

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Thanks Michael, I appreciate your support as always. I am not concerned with 'winning' the contest as there is no winner. I wanted to participate because, frankly, I can't believe I am even over here with all the real writers and chatting with a University prof (that's Tara who belongs to this page!). It's a crazy concept.

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Your in the big leagues now :)

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Beautiful entry Donna. I’ve always been enchanted by everything about the Rocky Mountains. When I first heard “Netherlands” by Dan Fogelberg it inspired me to move to Colorado where I spent 25 years of my life. I’ve explored the Monashees powder and the Gore Range near Vail extensively. Enchantment is a word I would indeed choose. Thank you Tara and Donna for helping to surface some of these memories.

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The poem is enchanting in its own way, Beautiful in its horror, and the backstory only adds to the intrigue. Thank you for sharing it. I won't be able to forget it now.

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Thank you, Donna, for spreading your enchantment!

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Thanks for the opportunity Tara!

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