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* A tribute to an awesome poet. Many of us still miss her and her awesome poetry.

Poetess Becca Teagan

I thought of you today and shed a tear
remembering the poems that we shared
and though at times we fought 'twas always clear
that in the end the two of us still cared

the Soup at times can be a fickle beast
not always sure who is a friend or clown
and though attacks and insults rarely ceased
we had each other's back when one felt down

the ache inside is deeper than you know
your absence like a tree without a nest
so many years and then you had to go
to some of us you simply were the best

here's hoping there's a grandiose return
for in our hearts your poetry still burns


She is... poetry (a reference to her classic poem, I Am Poetry)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025


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Date: 9/19/2025 4:26:00 AM
What a lovely tribute Tom!! I hope she returns to you as well! Happy Friday!
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/19/2025 4:35:00 AM
To us. Thx for visit and support Mike
Date: 9/18/2025 5:25:00 AM
I have read some of her work and I can't remember if she commented on mine or not. Thanks for sharing your work celebrating her work here on soup. Sara K
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/18/2025 9:11:00 AM
Thank you!
Date: 9/17/2025 9:20:00 PM
A lovely tribute to a poetess . It speaks of the bond between two hearts. Though I don't know her, I assume, she must have been a gifted poet and a lovely soul as well.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/18/2025 4:26:00 AM
She truly is. Thx Valsa
Date: 9/17/2025 9:05:00 AM
That's a lovely tribute, Tom. Her significance to you is obvious, and your verse does a beautiful job of paying homage to that bond.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/17/2025 9:07:00 AM
Thx again for stopping by
Date: 9/17/2025 8:09:00 AM
Hello Tom, Just read your poem. The emotion you've captured is so powerful and relatable. It's a beautiful tribute. It’s clear how much she meant to you, and your poem honors that connection perfectly. I have to go look up some of her poems. Blessings, Tom, Daniel
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/17/2025 9:07:00 AM
Sadly they're all deleted though she still maintains an account. She's said she wants to start writing again so we'll see
Date: 9/16/2025 4:56:00 PM
A great tribute to Becca, Tom. I had no idea she passed. I love PS but it's just so sad when we get to know our fellow poets and find out that they have passed. I'm sure she is smiling in heaven. God bless, my friend.
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Charles Messina
Date: 9/17/2025 4:08:00 AM
Well then, that's GREAT news :) Thanks for the heads up!
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/16/2025 5:09:00 PM
No no not passed just taking a PS break these past several years lol
Date: 9/15/2025 7:54:00 PM
So heartfelt and moving , a tribute filled with love, memory, and deep respect. The ache of absence is clear, yet the light of her poetry still shines through. Thank you for sharing this with us.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/16/2025 4:29:00 AM
Hey thx so much Krish ill stop your way soon
Date: 9/15/2025 12:45:00 AM
Sometimes the soup and personal struggles can get overwhelming and all one wants is a break. Pieces like these keep the ones who have left alive...though with the world today its easy to get left in all the digital clutter...Keep true Tom. Mo
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/15/2025 4:42:00 AM
Keeping true my friend
Date: 9/14/2025 6:51:00 AM
She was a beautiful poet with amazing poetry, when a good poet leaves we feel it. We better take care of each other while we are here, these days not everyone looks out for others, that is the state of the world today. Praying we all realize how important it is to connect and be kind to one another. Fav
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/14/2025 11:33:00 AM
Soooo important. Thx Vie
Date: 9/12/2025 9:13:00 AM
It's so nice of you to write this. She's a lovely poetess and friend. Do you know where she went?? it would be great if she saw this.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/12/2025 4:32:00 PM
She's a gem. Thx
Date: 9/12/2025 3:12:00 AM
How beautiful and sweet! A tribute anyone would adore. Xo
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/12/2025 4:26:00 AM
Thx Crys. I'll have to do one for you some day. Great photo
Date: 9/11/2025 7:18:00 AM
Lovely tribute Tom, I'm sure she's enjoying her break from all the drama on the soup.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/11/2025 9:36:00 AM
Maybe. Still hoping she comes 'round. Thx
Date: 9/10/2025 11:11:00 AM
You have wonderfully demonstrated generosity and compassion once again, Tommy. That seems lovely—a fitting homage to a poet I've never heard of.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/10/2025 1:48:00 PM
Hmmm... You've been around a while I'm surprised. She was very active for years. Thx much
Date: 9/9/2025 8:11:00 PM
Charmaine…..where are you?????
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/10/2025 4:40:00 AM
Yes, her too. My tribute to Charmaine got POTD - Island Girl
Date: 9/9/2025 6:46:00 PM
A great ode to a poet & friend you fondly remember. I have a few favs I lost over the years. Sometimes they come back, so hope you're reunited.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/10/2025 4:54:00 AM
We're glad you're here
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RGH Poetry
Date: 9/10/2025 4:42:00 AM
I did had a normal yearly site and deleted it for a lifetime. I like this site very much so far
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/10/2025 4:39:00 AM
Thx Ryan. Did u have a previous PS account?
Date: 9/8/2025 8:31:00 AM
You show us once again, you graciously demonstrate kindness and magnanimity. A fine tribute, a poet unknown to me, sounds nice.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/8/2025 9:21:00 AM
Some write poems to upbuild, others to tear down. It's a choice. Thx much
Date: 9/7/2025 5:34:00 PM
Becca is such a dear friend. She is missed and so is her lovely poetry. The world needs more people like you, Tommy. Always thinking of others. This is a beautiful, yet tender tribute. I hope she returns soon. Hugs, Brandy
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/8/2025 4:21:00 AM
Awww not everyone thinks that about me but much appreciated. Yes I hope she does too
Date: 9/7/2025 9:58:00 AM
Hi Tom, I did not know Rebecca Teagan. Your tribute shows that she must have been a great poet. A departed friend I'll never forget is Connie Marcum Wong. I suggest a link to departed poems on the Soup. No response.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 12:02:00 PM
Hey thx Vic I'm sure you remember her as Becca
Date: 9/7/2025 3:50:00 AM
i miss becca too...remarkable portrait of a graceful woman
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 5:09:00 AM
Indeed. Thx nette
Date: 9/6/2025 6:46:00 PM
Delightful tribute to a PS bestie. Looking forward to new work soon…..
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 5:10:00 AM
Yeah one of our bestie's
Date: 9/6/2025 6:20:00 PM
Indeed a heartfelt tribute… “Strange how people who suffer together have stronger connections than those who are most content…” (Bob Dylan) Hope she returns soon!! Excellent writing, Tom.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 5:10:00 AM
Me too thx Mickey
Date: 9/6/2025 6:09:00 PM
what a touching tribute! sounds like a special kind of poet.
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 5:10:00 AM
She was/is
Date: 9/6/2025 3:26:00 PM
And so say all of us! She pops up every once in a while then vanishes like a thief in the night. She just got fed up with all the drama and idiocy on the Soup from the usual suspects. I miss her too. Where are you, Becs?
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/7/2025 5:10:00 AM
I know you always appreciated the Beckster
Date: 9/6/2025 1:22:00 PM
Your "Rebecca Teagan" is a lovely write/tribute. I did Not know her. Many are missed here with their wonderful writes. In heaven we can have a Soup meeting... Have a lovely day/weekend writing away.................
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Tom Woody
Date: 9/6/2025 1:25:00 PM
She's still around, just dormant at the moment
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