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# Statistics
Favourites: 750; Deviations: 456; Watchers: 13
Watching: 47; Pageviews: 13778; Comments Made: 1176; Friends: 47
# Interests
Favorite visual artist: Pierre-Auguste RenoirFavorite movies: Dr. Zhivago, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, Schindler's List, The Collector
Favorite books: "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" by Edgar Allen Poe
Favorite writers: Edgar Allen Poe, Oscar Wilde, Emily Dickinson, Ella Wheeler Wilcox, Sara Teasdale, Siegfried Sassoon, Heinrich Heine
Tools of the Trade: Emotion and Imagination
Other Interests: Writing and Reading Poetry, Painting, Jewelry Making, Gardening
# About me
I'm a poet who has been writing poetry since I was eight years old and writing steadily since I was thirteen years old, so I have been writing for more years than I care to count. Over the years I've enjoyed drawing, painting and jewelry making. I also dabbled in a bit of sculpture. Poetry is my passion.# Comments
Comments: 130
Kubuini [2015-08-03 20:47:28 +0000 UTC]
I just want to say that your poetry has a really beautiful flow
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MaryBalderrama In reply to Kubuini [2015-08-04 01:20:10 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for the lovely compliment, Kubuini.
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D-A-Skelly [2015-07-01 09:52:04 +0000 UTC]
See your work featured here
July - September
SUMMER TIME FAVOURITES
my
JOURNAL
Floral Watercolours
Animal favourites
Dzwoneczek (Little bell) by stokrotas Sleepy kitty by stokrotas
Grey Wolf by KristynJanelle Commission - Zach by KristynJanelle
Tranquility
*River Walk* 1 by Delice1941
'INVICTUS'
by
William Ernest Henley
(1849–1903)
Out of the night that cov
Hello Mary, just popped in with latest journal. Have been taking it easy, just enjoying summer. Best wishes~Delice
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MaryBalderrama In reply to D-A-Skelly [2015-08-11 23:51:05 +0000 UTC]
Thank you so much, Delice.
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AfricanObserver [2015-05-17 17:59:07 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for the rather different choice in fav's
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MaryBalderrama In reply to AfricanObserver [2015-05-17 20:35:40 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, AfricanObserver. Your work is impressive.
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AfricanObserver In reply to MaryBalderrama [2015-05-18 17:40:30 +0000 UTC]
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hopeburnsblue [2015-05-15 23:01:12 +0000 UTC]
Hi, Mary, thanks for the on "She Smells Sunrise on the Seashore!"
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2015-05-16 18:21:16 +0000 UTC]
You're very welcome, Mel.
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D-A-Skelly [2015-04-01 09:05:40 +0000 UTC]
Mary, see your work featured here
APRIL-JUNEHope Springs Eternal
World of Art
Part One
Remembering William Wordsworth
Born: April 7, 1770
Died: April 23, 1850
Quote: I listened, motionless and still; And, as I mounted up the hill, The music in my heart I bore, Long after it was heard no more.
Extract from 'The Solitary Reaper'
World of Art
Part Two
Autumn - Oil by Oksana007 Peaceful Sunset by Oksana007
Peaches, grapes and cherries by bazaroff
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MaryBalderrama In reply to D-A-Skelly [2015-05-13 16:17:38 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for including my work, Delice.
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D-A-Skelly [2014-11-28 17:32:00 +0000 UTC]
Mary, your work is featured here
December/JanuarySpecial Christmas and New Year Edition
Season's Greetings.
The Artist's Studio
Part One
The Artists Studio
Part Two
The Artists Studio
Part Three
Colors of Autumn by raysheaf Autumn Motif by raysheaf
Remembering Pablo Picasso
Born: October 25, 1881
Died: April 8, 1973
Quote: My mother said to me, 'If you are a soldier, you will become a general. If you are a monk, you will become the Pope.' Instead, I was a painter, and became Picasso.
Farewell Autumn
057 2 by Placi1
Gfhs34m by Placi1
Peaceful and Serene
Meadow at Sunset by JocelyneR The Little Shed on the Prairie by JocelyneR
Country Scenery, Late Afternoon by JocelyneR At the End Of the Day... by JocelyneR
Bird Flight
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MaryBalderrama In reply to D-A-Skelly [2014-12-07 02:31:37 +0000 UTC]
Thank you so much, Delice. I appreciate it.
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SheDares [2014-11-14 13:08:42 +0000 UTC]
Welcome to BurdenedHearts, we are delighted to have you as part
of the group!
Our group aims to help you:
Meet new people.
Talk about emotional issues.
Meet people who may share similar experiences to you and benefit from their knowledge.
Submit any emotional artworks (as long as they meet the DeviantART TOS).
Learn more about emotional, mental and physical issues that may affect you.
Find other online resources to help you through a tough time.
Get inspired!
We hope you enjoy your time in the group and have a chance to interact with other members by posting responses and comments to our journals and the many pieces of wonderful artwork that we have submitted each day. We've found this is a great way for members to meet each other and find new friends who can help them through tough times.
You can add any deviations that are based on an emotional theme to our gallery: Literature, sketches, photography; anything as long as it is submitted to the correct folder and meets the DeviantArt TOS.
If you have any questions feel free to let us know, we'd love to help you settle in
~ Jenny
#BurdenedHearts Team
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MaryBalderrama In reply to SheDares [2014-11-14 14:52:58 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for the welcome.
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copper9lives [2014-11-08 02:10:52 +0000 UTC]
Hello, and welcome to !
We're happy to have you aboard! If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please the group and your friendly neighborhood admins will get back to you ASAP.
Currently, we're hosting a monthly contest — check it out!
Copper
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MaryBalderrama In reply to copper9lives [2014-11-14 07:07:59 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for inviting me to join your group.
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copper9lives In reply to MaryBalderrama [2014-11-14 07:23:27 +0000 UTC]
So very glad to have you!!!
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hopeburnsblue [2014-11-02 01:51:33 +0000 UTC]
Mary, thank you for the on "Elemental Love" and my #SelfiePalooza picture! Hope you are doing well!
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-11-02 17:25:05 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, Mel. I'm doing fine. I've been a bit busy, though. I hope you are doing well, too. Thank you, sweetie.
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avyva [2014-10-22 16:38:59 +0000 UTC]
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avyva In reply to MaryBalderrama [2014-11-02 05:55:41 +0000 UTC]
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-11-01 07:11:06 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, sweetie.
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D-A-Skelly [2014-09-29 14:58:50 +0000 UTC]
See your work featured here
OCTOBER/NOVEMBERGreetings
Autumnal selection
of
Wonderful Endeavor
Moments of Natural Beauty
Part One
Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr
Born: January 15, 1929
Died: April 4, 1968
Quote: Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.
Moments of Natural Beauty
Part Two
Spotlight The Deep by InayatShah Blobtastic by InayatShah
Who Stole My Donut !!!! by InayatShah Stylish In Blue by InayatShah
Lionfish Butterfly by InayatShah
Remembering Michelangelo
Born: March 6, 1475
Died: March 18, 1564
Quote: I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.
Moments of Natural Beauty
Part Three
009 by Placi1 010 2 by Placi1
059 by Placi1 003 by Placi1
053 2 by Placi1 025 2 by Placi1
079 by Placi1 Untitled by Placi1
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MaryBalderrama In reply to D-A-Skelly [2014-09-30 03:26:47 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for featuring "Lost" and "I've Lost," Delice. It is most appreciated.
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avyva [2014-09-23 04:33:57 +0000 UTC]
Happy Birthday too you
Happy Birthday too you ...
Happy Birthday Mary, I hope you have/had an especially good day.
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MaryBalderrama In reply to avyva [2014-09-24 13:45:17 +0000 UTC]
Thank you so much, avyva! Love and blessings to you.
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TheWeeLad [2014-09-22 15:54:32 +0000 UTC]
Because I am quite forgetful, I am doing this now and not risking forgetting.
Happy birthday Mary!
THE YEAR
the dark of night was reaching out its darkling hand,
smoothing out your cares and brushing back the strands,
whispers of the deep of time an ocean far away,
single waves at yearly turn the tide dare not to stay,
We are wiser mariners who challenge oft the storm!
tear our strength from the maw of life the mark of our year has come!
we grow mighty through our trials and learn which value's true,
conquering our fears and being the best at what we do,
another slice of time has come, the last is almost gone,
we ante up to the year that's just beyond the horizon,
You are worthy and enough, the sum of the beauty of all your years added up,
and there are no challengers for the wonder that is YOU! THE E-LE-GANCE OF YOU!
HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY, next stop: the future.
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MaryBalderrama In reply to TheWeeLad [2014-09-22 16:18:14 +0000 UTC]
This is so beautiful, TheWeeLad. Thank you so much for the wonderful birthday wishes! Love and blessings to you,
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MaryBalderrama In reply to D-A-Skelly [2014-09-22 16:19:41 +0000 UTC]
Thank you so much, Delice! I will definitely enjoy it. Love and blessings to you.
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avyva [2014-09-20 10:56:36 +0000 UTC]
Thanks for all the faves and comments, I really appreciate it
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MaryBalderrama In reply to avyva [2014-09-20 14:47:55 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, avyva. My pleasure!
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hopeburnsblue [2014-09-12 14:12:40 +0000 UTC]
Mary, thank you for the on "At Her Word," "Life in Waves," and "Daily Decision."
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-09-20 04:01:19 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, sweetie!
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hopeburnsblue [2014-09-01 19:07:42 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for all the on my recent work, Mary!
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-09-01 19:53:04 +0000 UTC]
You're very welcome, Mel. My pleasure.
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hopeburnsblue [2014-08-19 09:58:07 +0000 UTC]
Thank you for the on "Hope Burns Blue," Mary!
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hopeburnsblue [2014-08-12 07:15:48 +0000 UTC]
Mary, thank you for the on "Weeds," "Green," and "Transition."
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-08-12 10:19:50 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome, Mel!
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MaryBalderrama In reply to hopeburnsblue [2014-08-11 11:50:45 +0000 UTC]
You're most welcome, Mel!
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TheWeeLad [2014-07-31 01:56:43 +0000 UTC]
I am well pleased that you liked "Sleep Together" enough to fave it. Thanks!
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MaryBalderrama In reply to TheWeeLad [2014-07-31 02:44:49 +0000 UTC]
You are most welcome, TheWeeLad.
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