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Monique Rardin Richardson
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Photographer, Poet, and Author in search of life's beauty. <3

I share mostly #flowers... #roses #sunflowers #nature and my #poetry and #books about #love

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Just in time for the month of love.... Despina got this great review!

#books #romancebooks #cupid #greekmythology #novella #1940s #readersoffacebook

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January 31, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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I know I’m in the minority with these feelings. This poem is a raw reflection of my experience living in this world.

And it's okay if you don't agree, or if you appreciate life as we know it. I just long for simplicity and the beauty that could be.

#poetry #poetrylovers #poetrycommunity #poems
January 30, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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I grew up on an island in the Bay Area, and now live in the valley, and when I stumble across these Ice Plants, it takes me back to my youth and old home.

#blooms #flowers #plants #nature #photography
January 30, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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“One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple.”
― Jack Kerouac

#quotes #flowers #daisies #photography #nature #blooms
January 29, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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“If what you're doing doesn't make you happy, you're doing the wrong thing.”
― Bob Ross

#flowers #beauty #nature #macro #blooms #photography
January 29, 2026 at 3:42 AM
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Here's one of my poems from the latest anthology. If you have a poem you'd like to share, post it in the comments. I'd love to read it! ❤

#poetrycommunity #poetrylives #poetrylovers #themoon
January 28, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Some sunshine arrived in my mailbox. It's here, and it's beautiful! So proud to be a part of this collection of poetry ❤ Excited to dive in!

#poetrylives #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers
January 27, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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Lots of giveaways today! Hundreds of books and even a literary print of your choice from Forever Present Gifts!

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#freeromancereads #freebooks #freeart #literaturelover #readers
Free Giveaways for January!
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January 27, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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Even the telephone pole can't distract from the beauty of the sky. <3

#cloudscape #sunset #nature #beauty #photography #clouds
January 18, 2026 at 3:31 AM
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New Poetry Book Open Mic Reading, Free eBook Download today, and Sale at Forever Present Gifts!

#poetry #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers #giftshop #literarygifts #FreeBooks #freeromancereads

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New Poetry Book Release & Open Mic Reading
A New Season: Poems for a World in Flux
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January 15, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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Super excited about this! You can now purchase copies of this wonderful collection at the retailer below or on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. So honored to be part of this beautiful collaboration of talented poets!

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#poetry #poetrycommunity #poetrylovers #newrelease #poems
January 14, 2026 at 9:32 PM
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"If I could fall into the sky
Do you think time would pass me by?
Cause you know I'd walk a thousand miles
If I could just see you
If I could just hold you tonight."

#cloudscape #trees #nature #sunset #photography #nature
January 12, 2026 at 4:05 AM
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Raindrops through the window <3

#trees #raindrops #rain #nature #photography
January 12, 2026 at 3:54 AM
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Winter...

#nature #photography #sunset #trees #winter
January 11, 2026 at 4:47 PM
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“Pink skies are nature’s way of reminding us that even the most fleeting moments can leave a lasting impression.” – Unknown

#pinkskies #sky #nature #beauty #sunset #trees #photography
January 11, 2026 at 3:19 AM
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My favorite tree in the neighborhood...whether it’s winter, spring, summer, or fall. <3

#trees #photography #nature #cloudscape #winter
January 11, 2026 at 1:44 AM
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Thanks for the kind words! <3

#etsy #yes #literary #peterrabbitmug #peterrabbitcup #peterrabbitgift #peterrabbitteacup #beatrixpottermug #beatrixpottercup #beatrixpotter #quotes
January 9, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Raindrops are kisses from heaven...

#raindropsonroses #roses #nature #photography #flowers
January 9, 2026 at 1:35 AM
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Customers wanted long-sleeve tees, so we've got some in stock now!

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#tshirts #windinthewillows #classicliterature #bookquotes #childrenclassics #etsyshop #teeshirt #societyquotes
January 7, 2026 at 9:22 PM
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"She sprouted love like flowers, grew a garden in her mind, and even on the darkest days, from her smile the sun still shined."
—Erin Hanson

#RoseWednesday
#raindropsonroses
#flowers
#photography
#nature
January 7, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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One of my greatest accomplishments in art. I had just undergone an emergency surgery, but had to make my way to the city by the bay. ❤

#deYoungMuseum #artistlife #photographer #artshow @deyoungmuseum.bsky.social
January 6, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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Such great artistic memories are showing up today...I'd better get a move on for 2026!

Thank you, Wingless Dreamer, for publishing my poem, "Now She Knows," in your Poetry for Life Anthology ❤

#poetry #love #writers #poets
January 6, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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New Charlotte Brontë Quote Mug for all the writers out there, who must share their stories. <3

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#charlottebronte #quotes #writers #coffeecups #mugs #giftideas
Charlotte Brontë Quote Mug
January 3, 2026 at 6:50 PM
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Saturday morning—right? It's Saturday, yes...and I've got my head in the clouds again. Thinking, processing, reflecting... <3

#clouds #photography #skyscape #nature #beauty
January 3, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Some thoughts and wishes as we say goodbye to 2025. I think this has been the biggest year of growth in my life... xoxo

#LettingGo #LettingGoWithLove #GrowthJourney #inspiration #HappyNewYear #lotsoflove #sayinggoodbyeishard #writerscommunity

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The Year My Heart Finally Thanked Me - Learning to Let Go
Learning to let go of people and things.
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December 31, 2025 at 8:20 PM