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My Goal’s Distance

By Chidinma Nwonye
November 10, 2025
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The distance between my goals and now,

I measure by the beads of sweat on my brows;

The cold, early mornings and tired, late nights;

And the reckless faith I put into every effort.


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    What a lovely and lyrical piece, Ivor. Your words would make a great song.

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    Great story Scarlett! Excellent delivery!

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    Thank you so much for visiting my poem here at CHW, Beth

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