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10/22/2022

February 6, 2023 / 2022 Poetry Marathon Qualifiers' FINAL Placement Poetry Contest / Sponsor: Mark Toney

recently scenes of early life have stolen into my mind, like breezes blown ..." Quote by _Samuel Taylor Coleridge (from his writings) Throughout each day your spirit comes to mind. Upon the grave of love denied I tread. Somehow in precious recalls peace, I find. Three years get often tangled in my head. Which day and time did that event occur? But I see only happiness instead. A nighttime breeze can make my passions stir. The rise of smells and sounds from country cozy. Yet in my scenes sometimes true love’s a blur. Sweet remembrance of the days so rosy. A jocund dance for us that wasn’t long. But I care not to linger on to mosey. How bittersweet the daydreams growing strong. Increase from their determined will to last. Our poetry’s alive in memories’ song. We’ve both been changed by circumstances, fast. The shift of tides that caused our love to pass.

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Date: 3/4/2023 9:55:00 PM
Dear Janis, I'm happy to return with my heartiest congratulations for your final placement in Mark's Marathon contest. I relish the opportunity to enjoy this poignant and potent poem once again. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 3/4/2023 1:49:00 PM
Janis, after 267 days, 27 contests, and 945 submitted poems, we've reached the finish line of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Congratulations on placing 27th overall in the marathon! Thank you so much for contributing to the success of the contest. There is no provision to denote this in the Standard Contest other than Honorable Mention. The poems of the 28 qualifiers can be accessed from my current "Finish Line" blog post, along with the top 15 placements and their overall stats. Write on!
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Date: 12/16/2022 5:43:00 PM
Janis, a love lost either through death or discord never fully goes away. Memories mingle with emptiness, and details get blurred. Yet life moves on and we rise to face a new day. You write of this bittersweet occurrance so convincingly; if this is a page from your history I extend my empathy. Beautifully bittersweet, my warm congratulations for your recent contest wins and for being #1 on the Best New Poems list. Warmly ~ John
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Date: 12/17/2022 10:43:00 AM
John, thanks so much for letting me know about the poem. I had no knowledge of this poetry soup honor. My heart is pleased. I appreciate your empathy as it is based on real experience. It is true that when we write from the soul others are touched. This seems to ease my personal loss. May you have favor and blessings in your life. Love, Janis
Date: 12/12/2022 1:22:00 PM
Enjoyed very much ThanksJanis.
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Date: 12/17/2022 10:45:00 AM
You are very welcome, Joyce. May blessings abound. Janis
Date: 12/5/2022 1:44:00 PM
Congratulations, Janis. Loved how you reminisced your bittersweet memories with stunning imageries. To my faves - I want to read your beautiful writing many times. Best wishes ~ Mala
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Date: 12/5/2022 5:37:00 PM
Malabika, Thanks so much for your loving response to the poem. I deeply appreciate the fave. Blessings of peace and prosperity to you.
Date: 11/15/2022 10:46:00 AM
Janis, congratulations on your win in Mark's contest. I really like the element of choice that flows throughout your lines - sorrow yet seeing past that into a warm and cozy place even when "three years often get tangled in my head." Wonderful imagery! Sending you all the blessings of the season.
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Date: 12/5/2022 5:38:00 PM
Thanks Sam. May your season be blessed also. Love and peace, Janis.
Date: 11/13/2022 8:17:00 AM
Janis, past love(s) can stir deep emotions and your writing has captured the gripping pain associated with them. Well done and congratulations
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Date: 11/13/2022 8:57:00 AM
Thank and blessings to you Mark. I appreciate your empathy., Love, Janis
Date: 11/12/2022 7:02:00 PM
Dear Janice, the sad beauty of your expressive poem captures my heart. Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Date: 11/13/2022 8:59:00 AM
I am so glad it touched you. Thank you for your sincere comments. Love and blessings, Janis.
Date: 11/12/2022 1:09:00 AM
Janis, an emotional Terza Rima, and congratulations on your placement in my contest, Writing Challenge - Past Memories- "T" Forms, and of course I like the quote, well done !
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Date: 11/13/2022 9:01:00 AM
Thanks Constance. Your inspiration was outstanding. Keep up the good thoughts. Love, Janis
Date: 11/11/2022 9:48:00 AM
Janis, how well you describe how our remembrance of love denied can stay with us for life. "Sweet remembrance of the days so rosy. ~ A jocund dance for us that wasn’t long. ~ But I care not to linger on to mosey." "How bittersweet the daydreams growing strong. ~ Increase from their determined will to last. ~ Our poetry’s alive in memories’ song." Congratulations on your win on Mile 19 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on because Mile 20 has already started.
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Date: 11/13/2022 9:03:00 AM
Thank you for your placement, Mark. Tying my running shoes now, Blessings and love, Janis
Date: 11/11/2022 7:45:00 AM
Janis, CONGRATS on your win with this expressive, emotional piece. Janice
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Date: 11/13/2022 9:04:00 AM
Thank and blessings to you , Janis
Date: 10/26/2022 6:58:00 PM
A beautifully sad lament to a love that passed too quickly. Enjoyed this very much Janis.
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Date: 11/13/2022 9:06:00 AM
Glad you enjoyed it, James. May you never know it. If you have, I pray favor and blessings. Love, Janis

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