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A Friend In Deed

When darkness spreads across the land, and storm clouds form above; a friend will be there, outstretched hand, and offer you their love. They stand beside you through the dark, and always without strings, to help you make it ‘round the mark; the wind beneath your wings. Whenever doubt forms in my mind my writing is sub-par; with your encouragement I find my muse becomes a star.
June 23, 2018

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Date: 7/23/2018 3:00:00 PM
Beautifully written! Congratulations on bringing friendship to us in a whole new way! Well done.
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/23/2018 3:19:00 PM
Thank you for the wonderful comment, Caren, I appreciate it. John
Date: 7/7/2018 12:56:00 AM
I have missed reading you - I've missed most things Soup because I've been as busy as a CPA at tax time with no personal time to focus. This is pure John, lovely with smooth golden flow that is touching! Poetry hugs ... CayCay
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/7/2018 8:06:00 AM
Hi CayCay, we've missed you too, sometimes life gets in the way of things we enjoy doing. Glad you enjoyed my friendship poem. All the best. John
Date: 7/5/2018 6:10:00 PM
So beautiful and uplifting. A true friend will always be there, be a shinning star. :) Brandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/5/2018 9:14:00 PM
I’m glad you found it uplifting, Brandy. And yes, we can never have too many shining stars. John
Date: 7/4/2018 6:01:00 AM
You my friend, have truth and honor in your heart. Wisdom and understanding of life and friendship.. A fav...a gem too...
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/4/2018 6:26:00 AM
Thank you so much, Robert, I appreciate your support and encouragement, and thanks for the fave. John
Date: 7/2/2018 6:09:00 AM
True enough! A great poem on friendship. Thank you for sharing, John. Congrats!
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/2/2018 7:42:00 AM
Thank you, Estela, I appreciate it. John
Date: 7/1/2018 4:16:00 PM
Nicely written John and a true analysis of a true friend, A worthy winner, congratulations, regards, Kevin
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John Gondolf
Date: 7/2/2018 7:42:00 AM
Thanks, Kevin, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/28/2018 10:51:00 AM
A friend indeed.A simple lucid analysis of true friendship. A friend is judged in the trying times.Enjoyed the piece. Thanks,John.>Regards-Rajat
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/28/2018 11:05:00 AM
Thank you, Rajat, I appreciate your comments. John
Date: 6/27/2018 4:03:00 PM
Congratulations on your #1 win with this beautiful poem about friendship. Well-written. I can see why this is #1. :)
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/28/2018 7:31:00 AM
Thank you, Susan, I appreciate your comments and support. John
Date: 6/27/2018 11:10:00 AM
The essence of friendship written so eloquently and beautifully. Big congrats on your win! Hugs
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/27/2018 11:32:00 AM
Thank you, Cecilia, your encouragement is appreciated. John
Date: 6/27/2018 8:22:00 AM
Well done on your win. Very good piece of work. Faux
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/27/2018 8:28:00 AM
Thank you, Faux, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 11:00:00 PM
An excellent write, John. Congratulations.
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/27/2018 6:56:00 AM
Thank you dear friend, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 10:15:00 PM
Belated congrats on an awesome poem and well deserved top win John!~Che :)
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/27/2018 6:55:00 AM
Thank you, Cheryl, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 8:17:00 PM
Just great, John! I love it...and it's so true.
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 8:50:00 PM
Thank you, Carole, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 6:35:00 PM
Yay for your win, John!! That is what friendship is all about. I think there were so many great poems for this contest. Congrats on your win.
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 8:44:00 PM
Thank you, Andrea, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 3:25:00 PM
So happy for you John. Hugs :)
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:35:00 PM
Thank you, Natasha, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 3:17:00 PM
Oh John, I love this beautiful poem and I see why it garnered first place! Congratulations my friend! : )
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:27:00 PM
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments, Connie, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 2:21:00 PM
wow John I'm delighted that this gem of a poem grabbed the top spot, many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:17:00 PM
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment, Jan, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 2:09:00 PM
John, congratulations on a splendid first place win. Beautifully done and well deserving.
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:16:00 PM
Thanks, Curtis, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 1:57:00 PM
This is truly a masterpiece, you have said so much in just a few words, many congratulations on your top win, this poem certainly is worth the prize, good luck and have a nice day
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:15:00 PM
Thank you for the wonderful comment, Faraz, I appreciate it. All the best. John
Date: 6/26/2018 1:50:00 PM
Well congrats to you my friend and 1st place winner!!! Should have checked before I went on and on in my reply. A beautiful poem, I love the ending. Perfect! Sandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:14:00 PM
Thank you, Sandy, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/26/2018 1:31:00 PM
Congratulations on your win! I really liked this poem. It is absolutely beautiful!
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 3:13:00 PM
Thank you so much, Haley, I appreciate your comments and I'm glad you liked my poem. John
Date: 6/26/2018 1:05:00 PM
Congratulations John, well deserved. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 1:15:00 PM
Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. I enjoyed yours as well, John
Date: 6/26/2018 11:28:00 AM
When I first read your poem, I said, "Wow." Then I read it again and liked it even more. The artistry of your beautiful descriptions and the warm feelings behind each line earned you first place! Congratulations, John. Please check your Soup mail regarding the prize. Hugs, Carolyn
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/26/2018 12:15:00 PM
Carolyn, thank you so much for your wonderful comment and for the placement, I am humbled. And a big thank you for hosting the contest and to Jack as well for his assistance. John
Date: 6/24/2018 6:20:00 AM
Encouraging verse! Like a hug, dear friend!
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/24/2018 10:11:00 AM
Thank you, Kim. Hugs to you my friend. John
Date: 6/24/2018 3:19:00 AM
In the dark times that we sometimes have our TRUE friends will always shine through. Well written John. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/24/2018 8:58:00 AM
Thanks, Tom, a true friend will always be there. John
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