Balancing in a liminal space
Between brutal honesty and refrain
Strong views peppered with tactical grace
Foolhardy to compound the strain
Between brutal honesty and refrain
Respectful dialogue may be reached
Foolhardy to compound the strain
Thoughtless opinions unleashed
Respectful dialogue may be reached
Open-minded compromise
Thoughtless opinions unleashed
Tethered by words of the wise
Open-minded compromise
Strong views peppered with tactical grace
Tethered by words of the wise
Balancing in a liminal space
dVerse MTB: Repeating Lines in Pantoum Form, hosted by Merril.
Reena’s Xploration Challenge #327 – Liminal
Weekly Prompts Wednesday Challenge – Honesty, by Gerry C. and Sue W.
JJJ Interactive Books 
This is an excellent poem Jennifer
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Thank you, Sadje!😊
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It’s a difficult balance, but a graceful poem. Thank you for writing to the prompt!
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Thank you, Merril!😊
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You’re very welcome!
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Compromise is indeed a delicate balance
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Yes, thank you!
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Sometimes compromise involves walking a fine line between truth and falsehood.
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Yes, being too honest with our opinions sometimes only serves to sever relationships.
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Wise words, Jennifer. Anytime it involves humans it’s going to be messy, but you’re right, there is a way to minimize the carnage when a difference of opinion arises.
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Thank you, Lisa!😊
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You’re welcome.
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The poem has both depth and a practical approach.
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Thank you, Reena!😊
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Lovely poem.
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Thank you!😊
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You’re welcome.
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😃
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Every line of this pantoum is so cleverly poised and the sentiments much to be desired!
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Thank you, Dora!😊
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My pleasure!
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Tactical grace is so important.
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Yes – a skill few utilize.
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