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A Sonnet For Jack

It’s in those moments when I feel most torn apart That I find your email; you see what’s in my heart Each day I look forward to reading words of hope From the moment we met, you have helped me to cope Although you are far across the Atlantic “pond” I can’t imagine two friends with a stronger bond When sadness fills my heart, it’s you who makes me smile Always so witty with your remarkable style I only hope to be as good a friend to you And resurrect your spirits when you’re feeling blue Many gifts you send, but our friendship is the best I thank our Lord each day for making me feel blessed By the way you bestow joy to a lonely girl Who has found in you, sanity in this harsh world
*Dedicated to my dear friend Jack Horne. Written September 1, 2014

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014




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Date: 9/15/2014 10:34:00 AM
This is so beautiful Carolyn,,,you epitomize the coming together of people especially those with the same interest. you have given many of us the joy of reading yours words, and this poem a beautiful dedication, is a measure of your sincerity......
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Date: 9/10/2014 7:42:00 PM
Congrats on a great entry and win.... You used your talent well..... Jake
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Date: 9/6/2014 7:46:00 PM
This is a beautiful, heart touching, dedication to Jack, Carolyn! He is all the good things and more you look for in a good friend. Congratulations on your well-deserved win! Love, Annalise
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Date: 9/5/2014 9:25:00 PM
Congratulations on your big win for your lovely poem for Jack. This contest ran at a busy time for me so I didn't get a poem written for it. Nice to find you here. Love, Joyce
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Date: 9/3/2014 8:07:00 PM
Congratulations Carolyn. Very heart warming poem.
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Date: 9/3/2014 10:32:00 AM
Lucky you, lucky Jack. How bout them Noles. Whew. They'll do better this Saturday. Love, daver
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 9/3/2014 10:56:00 AM
Dear Daver, all the receivers except Rashaad Green were dropping passes. At least Jameis had a chance to wow us with his own amazing touchdown run. We play Citadel this week. Should be easier. Whew, indeed!
Date: 9/3/2014 9:34:00 AM
Well done Carolyn and congratulations, too! Jack merits this lovely write that speaks of true friendship. Usually we can make out a person's character by reading his works and comments; this applies well to Jack. Hope your friendship will last and flourish. hugs // paul
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 9/3/2014 10:57:00 AM
Paul, I'm pretty sure our friendship will last. He's like a little brother to me. There was an instant connection that neither of us can explain.
Date: 9/3/2014 8:22:00 AM
Lovely tributes to jack, Congrats on the win, Carolyn
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Date: 9/3/2014 7:59:00 AM
Popping back to congratulate you on your fine win, my dear! :) Loved this tribute. Hugs
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Date: 9/3/2014 3:02:00 AM
Very eloquently written tribute my dear friend Carolyn! Soul to soul bonds don't know any distances! Congrats on big win!
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Date: 9/3/2014 2:28:00 AM
this is lovely Caroline and he is a good man xx
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 9/3/2014 7:17:00 AM
Mandy, Jack is a very special person. I've never known a more generous and supportive friend. Also, I know he admires you. Thanks for your kind words.
Date: 9/3/2014 1:20:00 AM
What a beautiful and elegantly written tribute to Jack my friend! Though he is very far away, he is very close...Congratulations are DEFINITELY in order here - Tim
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Date: 9/3/2014 12:46:00 AM
such a personal and beautiful melody for john, Carolyn.. rounds of applause to you!
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Date: 9/3/2014 12:23:00 AM
This is beautiful. Congratulations and happy writing. God bless you. Love and prayers, Gina
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Date: 9/2/2014 10:10:00 PM
A lovely and heart warming dedication.
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Date: 9/2/2014 3:14:00 PM
wow, this is one awesome sonnet for our friend Jack!! I sure hope he sees it soon. He is a remarkable guy. His mother raised him to be an utter gentleman and he is a good friend to have forever!
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 9/3/2014 7:18:00 AM
Dear Andrea, as soon as I wrote it, I sent it to Jack. It's hard to express how much I treasure his friendship.
Date: 9/2/2014 6:42:00 AM
Ahhh!! Passionate work..Great to read an uplifting work in this world of pain..Thanks for the visits to my page..Sara
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Date: 9/1/2014 11:27:00 PM
My friend, you have written a great sonnet on friendship. A true friend is a wonderful treasure indeed! Enjoyed reading this gem!
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Date: 9/1/2014 7:20:00 PM
beautiful! you've done an amazing job of honoring a dear friend and i'm sure he'll be very touched by your words...
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Date: 9/1/2014 4:32:00 PM
A gift is given each time a friend says welcome to my world.Time is a precious thing and to spend it with someone or for someone is a positive way to live.Your frienships become a link in a chain each one sure of one thing, the kindness you share without reservation.A beautiful poem you have written for your friend.
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 9/1/2014 7:54:00 PM
Jack has become a very important part of my life, Frederic. He even lives in Devon Shire England. We connected immediately and our friendship grows stronger over time.
Date: 9/1/2014 3:46:00 PM
A well thought-out dedication to a dear friend. Remain blessed.
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Date: 9/1/2014 3:30:00 PM
A perfect declaration of friendship Carolyn.... You are lucky to have such a great person in your life....hugs Tim
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Date: 9/1/2014 3:18:00 PM
this is what makes life worth living...lucky you two
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Date: 9/1/2014 3:16:00 PM
a wonderful tribute to Jack I too have made some amazing friends that i will probably never meet but their friendship and support truly means the world to me. Hugs Jan xxx
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Date: 9/1/2014 3:02:00 PM
Awwww...a good friend is a treasure. Lovely write. I don't know Jack well, but he must be something special! This sonnet proves it. Hugs
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