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The Heart's Journey

Should there be such pain in passion of the heart? Or does the heart, simply by beating, know the boundaries of pain when it can no longer absorb any more joy? The two seem intertwined at times, each exalted unto itself. From euphoria to melancholia, the heart is on an endless journey seeking harmony and balance, yet finding anything but. We torture our souls for the sake of love, enduring countless curves, on the road to the steep summit where a plateau cannot survive the weathered storms for long, but for the season’s summers we exist. Make Me Feel it Poetry Contest Sponsor Becca Teagan July 9, 2016

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Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/16/2015 1:19:00 AM

Connie, Congratulations in Kelly D's contest. Always ~LINDA

Skat A

Date: 2/15/2015 10:22:00 PM

Connie, CONGRATS on your awesome placement ~ SKAT ~

Jan Allison

Date: 2/7/2015 2:47:00 PM

A you took us on a wonderful emotional journey Connie - many congrats:-) Hugs jan xx

Jan Allison
Date: 2/7/2015 4:26:00 PM

I agree Connie - life has its ups and downs - sadly for me more downs than ups at the moment. It saddens me to see Darren's comments on poems - I hope and pray one day we are in contact again but sadly i have heard nothing from him since October and no news from the family since November:-(

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/7/2015 4:22:00 PM

Thank you very much Jan. To remain happily married for decades is a challenge, but very rewarding.

Kelly Deschler

Date: 2/7/2015 1:50:00 PM

I still remember this beautiful poem from my very first contest, "Heart And Soul". It was so nice to see it once again. Congrats on the win and thank you for participating, Connie!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/7/2015 4:21:00 PM

Thank you very much Kelly. You have great contests even though I have not entered many. I am sad that this is your last. I am very happy to be on your winner's list. Blessings, Connie

Darren Watson

Date: 6/12/2014 7:08:00 AM

Simply wonderful , Felt like a kiss on the cheek .

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/7/2015 4:05:00 PM

How could I not reply to such a sweet comment Darren. I somehow missed this one. Thank you so much! Hugs, Connie

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 6/3/2014 7:05:00 AM

Beautiful write, Connie! The power of the heart and love - the heart wants what it wants and we are often powerless in its grip. Thank you for sharing this journey!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 6/3/2014 7:05:00 PM

Thank you so much for your comments on my poetry Pandita. Blessings, Connie

Mel Merrill

Date: 5/16/2014 1:40:00 AM

Well said, my dear. It is for that magic--that age-old mystery that we exist...despite the pain. Makes us curious creatures, I guess. That, or it proves how enthralling and overpowering love is, and we are powerless to resist it. Nice write...xxx...mel

Arthur Vaso

Date: 4/13/2014 9:56:00 PM

You had me with the title, great poem!

Frederic Parker

Date: 3/19/2014 9:07:00 PM

congrats on your win, this poem has depth of meaning

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/19/2014 4:11:00 PM

Hi Connie, a lovely road ahead... . Congratulations in "Kelly D's Heart And Soul, contest." Always & Forever *XOX* LINDA

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/19/2014 2:12:00 PM

Way to go with this great win..Sara

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/19/2014 8:55:00 AM

tugging at the heratstrings.. brilliant walk through life, connie.. cheers to you for a great win.. huggs

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 3/19/2014 6:34:00 AM

so true, you've put it very well in this poem, and I see it was a contest winner, and rightly so! congrats and thanks for stopping by with your kind comment :)

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 3/19/2014 1:22:00 AM

Congratulations on the fine win, enjoyed yoiur write on Heart and soul, connie

Skat A

Date: 3/18/2014 10:15:00 PM

Connie, you put A lot of Heart And Soul into your writing, enjoyed your winning poem.... Love ~SKAT~

Kelly Deschler

Date: 3/18/2014 3:17:00 PM

This poem is just beautiful and the emotion was expressed well. A lovely write, Connie! Congratulations on your win in my contest! :)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 3/19/2014 5:11:00 PM

Dear Kelly, I am very honored that you gave my poem a number 2 placement. Thank you for having a contest I could participate in and thank you so much for including me in your winner's list. Mahalo, Connie

Len Gasun

Date: 3/17/2014 3:38:00 AM

A stunning poem which portraits the truths about our heart my dear friend Connie. I like your poem a lot and so enjoyed. It's been an honor for me to read one of the precious gems of one of my favourite poets. Thank u TYSM & also for your precious time stopping by leaving me lovely comments on my poems. More blessings & have a great wkend to you & your loved ones. love lots & biggest hugs, Leonora

Matthew Anish

Date: 3/15/2014 7:21:00 PM

How fleeting is life and love! Nice! Nice write! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 3/4/2014 10:26:00 AM

And if by any chance, this is the journey that the heart takes, then it makes it so alive, and full. As they say, one wouldn't know joy if they didn't know sorrow... how you wrote this poem, is so eloquent, I really enjoyed this one, Connie. So beautiful!

Mark Peterson

Date: 3/4/2014 12:04:00 AM

What divides effort from struggle, I wonder? I believe it is in the degree of love's reciprocity. Pain then is ultimately either a presence or a memory. I so enjoyed reading this.

Jack Horne

Date: 3/2/2014 10:51:00 AM

love this deep, deep write

Nette Onclaud

Date: 3/1/2014 3:04:00 AM

an endless trek into the meredians of life and the heart... what a perceptive work quilled from your deep instinct of soulful discoveries, connie.. engaging!.. huggs

Richard D Seal

Date: 2/28/2014 6:49:00 PM

The heart leads us a merry dance for sure Connie, but without the downs, how can we soar once more to those marellous ups. A poem that reminds us to be thankful for the highs in our lives. Lovingly written. Take care, Richard

Joseph May

Date: 2/28/2014 6:04:00 PM

The heart is awesome in its ability to deal with both pain and joy...well penned Connie...thanks for your kind words

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/28/2014 5:43:00 PM

Enjoyed reading the creative work..There should not have to be pain but sadly sometimes there is great pain..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara