Every single word in this post is filled with value, wisdom and respect, coming out from a loving heart to this community. Great highlighted entries and thank you for including me too. I feel how difficult is to make a post where we can show just a few, and we know that more than 100 participants took the stage. Nothing easy...
As I already said, every word you wrote is bringing so much value, and it would be great if everyone would read the text. Just in case that there are participants that struggle with English, I will translate one paragraph into Spanish, not to be missed:
If you've ever attended an open mic event held in a pub or coffee shop, you know it is common for participating musicians to first sit in the audience, offering applause, listening respectfully to other musicians. This practice is rewarding to all sides, witnessing and being witnessed, expressing and connecting. Creator gave us just one mouth, and two ears, so let's listen twice... Aho.
Si alguna vez ha asistido a un evento de micrófono abierto celebrado en un pub o cafetería, sabe que es común que los músicos participantes se sienten primero entre la audiencia, aplaudan y escuchen con respeto a otros músicos. Esta práctica es gratificante para todos, presenciar y ser presenciado, expresarse y conectarse. El Creador nos dio una sola boca y dos oídos, así que escuchemos dos veces ... Aho.
It's a beautiful thing to be witnessed, your witnessing here is a wonderful example. I see that you are reading my words, recognizing the heart and mind I put into the message. You show up for me in such a way that I feel befriended and supported, and sometimes even cradled and held and uplifted... You are so kind. And I see your kindness extend to so many others in our community, and it lifts my spirits. It fills me with joy, witnessing you. It gives me inspiration. Thank you. 💛🌟