Premiere Contest WinnerA Date With Milton

Death comes to all like a great shadow,
servant of reality when the truth of it sinks
in leaving the experience embedded on
one’s soul. Milt, given to remembrance
in his lifetime, moments flashing by, when 
the congregation gathered to celebrate his 
time on earth. But in the book of scrolls 
winter is definite in which age must give way 
to the new, one, he’d readily give for 
the sprinkling of innocence created to start 
life’s process all over again, with perpetual 
regularity. He would, from behind the thin 
veil of Ionna, bless and comfort the unfortunate, 
the depressed, the lame of an earthly lifetime in 
songs of praise. Leave a recipe for a foregone 
conclusion. Auf wiedersehen, we will meet again!

February 6th 2023/ 2022 Poetry Marathon Qualifiers Final
Placement Poetry Contest.
Sponsor Mark Toney.
Mark Toney.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kalita Avatar
March 17, 2024 at 11:46 PM
Belated many congratulations Harry on the deserving win. Sorry, was away from the site from a long time. So was not able to review. Thank you ever for your encouraging reviews always. Regards and gratitude
Zahid Avatar
January 17, 2024 at 4:50 AM
Awesome!
George Avatar
March 7, 2023 at 1:51 AM
Once more after reading your poem on Milton, his memories come to the fore. Harry, through your poem you have brought glory to you and him. My hearty Congratulations to you in being the front runners of the Marathon poetry contest. I feel proud and happy to have run with poets of your worth and calibre.
Ashley Avatar
March 6, 2023 at 9:19 AM
Dear Harry, congratulations for your excellent final placement in Mark's Marathon contest. It is a pleasure to partake in the poignant beauty of this poem once again. I am honored to share the podium with you, my inspiring friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Lane Avatar
March 5, 2023 at 8:40 AM
Dear Harry, I enjoyed running the marathon with you. You are a fine poet and gentleman.
Toney Avatar
March 4, 2023 at 1:23 PM
Harry, congratulations on your Ninth Place, overall win in my 2022 Poetry Marathon! Thank you so much for contributing to the success of the contest. 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!
Calasibetta Avatar
February 27, 2023 at 11:42 AM
Perfection! So beautifully expressed....Milton must be smiling. Kudos! Paulette
John Avatar
February 25, 2023 at 1:59 AM
This is fascinating, and tells me things I didn't know (I'm not very bright). So thank you.
Seeker Avatar
February 21, 2023 at 11:23 PM
Happy to see this on the top of the charts
Peranteau Avatar
February 21, 2023 at 7:20 PM
My dear poet, you've caused mine emotional...therefore...(((((claps)))))...a deserved ovation sir! There'z no poetry without the artists wordz causing the reader's vociferate...though sum have caused the sweet straight out slumber ;) ...congrats sir...much love, james
Chuuk Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 8:50 PM
Harry, congratulations on being 1st place on the 100 best new poems. :)
Ashley Avatar
February 13, 2023 at 7:38 AM
Dear Harry, your deep rich poem stirs the heart and soothes the soul. A splendid, appreciative and poignant tribute to Milt! Congratulations for your many well-deserved accolades and for the honors of POTD and your excellent trophy win in Mark's contest. It's great to see you and your touching dedication to Milt topping the 100 Best New Poems List at #1! Congrats once again, my dear friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Buehler Avatar
February 4, 2023 at 8:25 PM
A beautiful, stirring tribute to Milton, Harry. I extend my warmest congratulations on your trophy. This poem is in my faves. Hugs
Peck Avatar
January 31, 2023 at 5:10 PM
A very lovely and touching tribute to Milton. I know you miss him. Congratulations on your big win!
Gasun Avatar
January 24, 2023 at 7:48 AM
A very wonderful, moving and touching tribute my dear friend Harry. Our friend Milt is sorely missed here. Congratulations on your well-deserved trophy win! thanks for sharing. God bless you always and your writings. hugs
George Avatar
January 23, 2023 at 6:54 PM
A heartfelt and moving tribute to the great poet Milton. Congratulations harry on your wonderful trophy win in the prestigious Marathon contest. May God give you the health and strength to run the Marathon to its victorious finish....
Anaya Avatar
January 23, 2023 at 2:13 PM
Harry, congratulations on a trophy win for a poignant heartfelt tribute to Milt. Faving~Hugs Anaya
Slaughter Avatar
January 23, 2023 at 11:29 AM
Such a beautiful tribute, Harry.
Kauffman Avatar
January 22, 2023 at 6:03 PM
Simply amazing my friend! I love your last line - "until we meet again" beyond the veil. Wonderfully written. Heartfelt congratulations Harry. Know you are in my prayers and remain in my heart. Blessings of healing to you. So happy to see this high on the winners list! Well deserved placement.
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January 22, 2023 at 2:27 PM
Congratulations Harry, on this wonderfully moving tribute to Milton. There has, indeed, been a celebration of a prolific poet's life that touched many, that left a bounty of verses. Be well. Sincerely, Brian
Legros Kelley Avatar
January 22, 2023 at 1:37 PM
What an amazing write for Milton, Harry! He has left a lot of wisdom in his poetry, and this trophy win is a shining example of your friendship for him, well done! Congratulations on your win!
Toney Avatar
January 22, 2023 at 12:39 PM
Harry, this is a stellar tribute to Milton. A Fav Poem for me. Congratulations on your first-place TROPHY finish on Mile 24 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon. Two more miles to run before the Qualifier's Final Placement Contest!
Sangster - K Avatar
January 22, 2023 at 10:28 AM
A wonderful tribute Harry and a well deserved win. Hugs Anne :-)
Dietrich Avatar
January 22, 2023 at 10:23 AM
Such a very well deserved win. I hope you are well enough to be online seeing your TROPHY win, Harry. This tribute is fantastic.
Delaney Avatar
January 21, 2023 at 5:52 AM
Harry……So happy you are back and here you have penned such heartfelt lines in honor of Milt: Belated Congrats for its POTD. The mystery of death overshadows us all but we can’t let it paralyze us - in the now. That is what faith and joy are for. Hugs, SuZ
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