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Merlicka
Member since October 1, 2024
Member for 1 year, 8 months
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The Woman Within
How dare you condemn a mother
For taking time for herself?
How do you expect her to give her all,
With a shattered mental health?
So let her have her night out,
Let her care for herself too.
Support her instead of guilt her—
She's doing what she needs to do.
She's already feeling guilty,
For daring to put herself first.
So used to being everything for everyone,
You don’t see how much it hurts.
When she finally takes a moment
To breathe, to feel, to be free,
Her mind still lingers on her family—
But she needs this time. Let her be.
Let her be!
Merlicka’s timeline
- October 2025
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01 WedAnniversary
One year of membership
- November 2024
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30 Sat
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22 FriReceived a critique
on Rebirth from @Wallyroo92
"Greetings Merlicka, Wonderful haiku on the Phoenix, exemplifying the theme rebirth, fire, power and a new outlook on life. I've always this form of poetry tough to write because one has to pick the words so carefully, b…" -
19 TueReceived a critique
on The Woman Within from @Rula
"all that you're writing. It's what every mother would like to say one moment or another, each of different degree maybe, but she should always get that support! I wouldn't say let her free , but may be something like gi…" -
19 Tue
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16 SatReceived a critique
on The New Nightlife from @Rula
"A lovely piece. I bet you've captured pretty much of what many mothers go through and want to say. Like others I like and enjoyed this read. Thank you for sharing." -
15 FriHighest posting month
November 2024 — 16 poems
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14 ThuReceived a critique
on The New Nightlife from @Leslie
"Great title, I remember my own children back in the day. I loved this poem and I'm proud of you for making selfless sacrifices. Good luck I hope blessings are headed your way!" -
12 TueReceived a critique
on The New Nightlife from @Lavender
"Hello, Merlicka, Your poetry has been like a journal / diary of sorts with this new part of your life. How wonderful! The title brings a tender sense of humor, along with the last line summing up your unending devotion…" -
12 TueReceived a critique
on The New Nightlife from @Candlewitch
"I will never know what it is like to nurture an offspring. but I enjoyed your poem. Geezer has already covered the fine points in his comment. my favorite lines are: From being up late into morning light, to waking up t…" -
11 MonReceived a critique
on The New Nightlife from @Geezer
"exactly right! It is a big transition for many people to make. Your comparison to the previous nightlife, is pragmatic and sensible. Your language use is good, and the theme is one that deserves a good look. Your rhythm…" -
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10 SunPosted a poem
The Present of Presence
"Many have failed to realize being present and being present are not the same" -
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role Play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role Play
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08 FriPosted a poem
Role Play
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05 TueCritiqued
"Spark to Embers (Wildflowers II)" by @Candlewitch
"I think the title is a beautiful choice. Glowing embers was also great" -
05 TueCritiqued
"Spark to Embers (Wildflowers II)" by @Candlewitch
"I really do love your writing. It's deep and resonates with me quite a bit. This is a beautiful piece of finding love after pain. Hope after sorrow. As for a title it made me think of Embers. So maybe something a long t…" -
04 MonCritiqued
"Silence You" by @Shelby Pryor
"The rhythm the choice of words . The message. Beautifully executed" -
04 MonFirst critique offered
on "Silence You" by @Shelby Pryor
- October 2024
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31 Thu
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31 Thu
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01 TueFirst publication
Working Mom
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01 TueJoined Neopoet
Membership begins
First poem published 1 days later.
About Me
About me
A passionate, empathetic, talented individual who loves getting to know like people through their personalities, talents and gifts as well.
Location: NJ
Recent Work
The Woman Within
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The Present of Presence
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Role Play
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Contest Wins
| Winning Submission | Contest | Contest Date |
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| The downward spiral | 11/24 Just One Beer | – |
| Working Mom | 10/24 New Member Contest | – |