Devotion

In the shrine of my soul, In the cathedral of contemplation. In the temple of tenacity, In the mosque of mercy… Beside the rushing riven river, Beside the thundering towers of waterfalls, Beside the immeasurable leagues of a lagoon… Above the depths of despair, Above the abyss of abject misery… On the shores of a sea of self-doubt. As close to me as my heartbeat, Nearer to me than my own blood, Concerned beyond the call of loyalty About my welfare… The state of my psyche… And the health of my heart. That is where you are, Where you remain, Where I will always find you: Precious Friend.

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Mv Venkataraman

Date: 8/3/2023 8:25:00 AM

A poem with A-class alliteration to aptly describe devotion with superb acumen and deserving absolutely my adoration and admiration for being damn apt!

Hidayat Adams
Date: 8/3/2023 11:15:00 PM

Thanks very much indeed for your kind words, MV! Much appreciated. :)

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/23/2023 7:10:00 PM

A lovely write! Congratulations on POTD!

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/27/2023 10:16:00 AM

Thank you very much, Kim. Much appreciated! :)

Charles Messina

Date: 7/21/2023 12:13:00 AM

Beautiful write, Hidayat. She must be very dear to your heart. Congratulations on being awarded POTD! Charlie

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/21/2023 1:01:00 AM

Hi, Charlie. Thank you very much. She is indeed! She's my ex-English teacher and my oldest friend. She is also my Muse. Stay blessed, buddy. H.

Brian Sambourne

Date: 7/20/2023 8:33:00 PM

You have a strong poetic voice Hidayat, and your poem here (with such effective repetition) is a moving write on golden leaves of friendship. Best wishes, Brian

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:31:00 PM

Thank you very much, Brian. Your words are extremely encouraging. Blessings to you. H.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/20/2023 7:05:00 PM

Your words are beyond beautiful. This is a lovely dedication to your friend, so tender and heartfelt. Congratulations Hidayat, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:32:00 PM

Blessings to you, too, Brandy! Thank you for your kind, beautiful comment. H.

Stephan McBride

Date: 7/20/2023 7:04:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD, big welcome to poetry soup, beautiful inspiring poem

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:33:00 PM

Thank you, Stephan, for being so welcoming. This poetry community is incredibly friendly. I feel very blessed indeed. H.

I Am Anaya

Date: 7/20/2023 6:51:00 PM

God is everywhere, Hidayat. Your devotion divine. Beautiful poetry Congratulations on POTD! I Am Anaya

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:33:00 PM

God is indeed everywhere, especially within us. Thank you for this lovely comment. H.

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 7/20/2023 3:59:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTD, Dear Poet. It's a heartfelt, inclusive poem - "As close to me as my heartbeat,..." this stanza is a wonderful tribute to your "Precious Friend". Best wishes ~ Mala

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:34:00 PM

Thank you very much, Mala, for your lovely comment and sweet well-wishes. Bless you. H.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 7/20/2023 12:27:00 PM

I appreciate your alliteration and structuring scheme as well as the message. Nicely done and congrats on POTD, Sara Etgen-Baker

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:35:00 PM

Thank you very, very much, Sara. Stay blessed. H.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 7/20/2023 11:42:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. A lovely tribute to a "precious friend." Blessings.

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 10:36:00 PM

Many thanks for your kind comment, Sam. H.

Jim Slaughter

Date: 7/20/2023 10:36:00 AM

Precious, indeed, Hidayat, and beautifully articulated. Congrats on POTD.

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 11:17:00 AM

Thank you very much, Jim. Much appreciated. :)

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 11:10:00 AM

Thank you very much, Jim. Much appreciated. :)

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/20/2023 8:44:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A lovely write. Have a blessed day writing away.................

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 9:41:00 AM

Paula, your sincere joy for my honour humbles me. Blessings always, H.

Bill Baker

Date: 7/20/2023 8:09:00 AM

Very heartfelt poetry, Hidayat. I liked the way you filled your poem with alliteration. It was a very inclusive poem. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on devotion with us. Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 9:40:00 AM

Thank you very much, Bill. You are most kind. Blessings to you, H.

Mike Gentile

Date: 7/20/2023 7:05:00 AM

Hidayat, congratulations on your POTD honors for this marvelous tribute to the beauty and power of friendship! Enjoy your day!

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 9:39:00 AM

Mike, your words resound within my soul. Have a wonderful evening.

Panagiota Romios

Date: 7/20/2023 6:41:00 AM

Hidayat. To answer your question. PS notifies you by email when you get another one.)) or sometimes a friend will see it and tell you.. or you can look at the POTD every day and find out that way. If you have time I can sign the PO TV every day or someone else. That way they will get to know you a little bit. But all her time is limited and we can’t be here every day. You choose your path here, Best, Pangie

Panagiota Romios
Date: 7/20/2023 10:00:00 AM

Sorry to bother you..I have written over 3:100 poems in 5 years. And yes had several POTDs, the latest was on Fathers Day…..but now it’s time for newer people to get some honors. I post at other sites also. There are 354 at other sites. I have a few good friends here that I love and apptrciate. My writing has slowed down a lot. Bless you. Panagiota

Hidayat Adams
Date: 7/20/2023 9:39:00 AM

Thanks a million for taking the time to answer my question. I now know about the POTD. I hope one of yours will soon be the next POTD. Blessings to you, H.

Hidayat Adams

Date: 7/20/2023 6:03:00 AM

I am indeed very humbled to have a poem dear to me be selected as the POTD. Thank you!