The Marian poem “mantel” is from the book “Maria in gedachten” from 2025.
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The scarf of the runner
Toont is to ensure unity
with intimate tenderness
always it is
the trusted cloak
the shelter offers
and for others
welcome solace
to be located under
the cloak of
Our Lady
gives the feeling
to receive love
to clear this weather
to pass on
under the cloak
Is het ontmoeten
to come together
to understand others
om flink versterkt
to go away
and for acquaintances
manageable
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