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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Krutsinger Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 3:00 PM
Beautifully written! Congratulations on bringing friendship to us in a whole new way! Well done.
Gondolf Avatar
July 23, 2018 at 3:19 PM
Thank you for the wonderful comment, Caren, I appreciate it. John
Godwin Avatar
July 7, 2018 at 12:56 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
Gondolf Avatar
July 7, 2018 at 8:06 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
Nicole Avatar
July 5, 2018 at 6:10 PM
So beautiful and uplifting. A true friend will always be there, be a shinning star. :) Brandy
Gondolf Avatar
July 5, 2018 at 9:14 PM
I’m glad you found it uplifting, Brandy. And yes, we can never have too many shining stars. John
Lindley Avatar
July 4, 2018 at 6:01 AM
You my friend, have truth and honor in your heart. Wisdom and understanding of life and friendship.. A fav...a gem too...
Gondolf Avatar
July 4, 2018 at 6:26 AM
Thank you so much, Robert, I appreciate your support and encouragement, and thanks for the fave. John
Canama Avatar
July 2, 2018 at 6:09 AM
True enough! A great poem on friendship. Thank you for sharing, John. Congrats!
Gondolf Avatar
July 2, 2018 at 7:42 AM
Thank you, Estela, I appreciate it. John
Shaw Avatar
July 1, 2018 at 4:16 PM
Nicely written John and a true analysis of a true friend, A worthy winner, congratulations, regards, Kevin
Gondolf Avatar
July 2, 2018 at 7:42 AM
Thanks, Kevin, I appreciate it. John
Chakrabarty Avatar
June 28, 2018 at 10:51 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
Gondolf Avatar
June 28, 2018 at 11:05 AM
Thank you, Rajat, I appreciate your comments. John
Gentry Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 4:03 PM
Congratulations on your #1 win with this beautiful poem about friendship. Well-written. I can see why this is #1. :)
Gondolf Avatar
June 28, 2018 at 7:31 AM
Thank you, Susan, I appreciate your comments and support. John
Macfarlane Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 11:10 AM
The essence of friendship written so eloquently and beautifully. Big congrats on your win! Hugs
Gondolf Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 11:32 AM
Thank you, Cecilia, your encouragement is appreciated. John
Wade Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 8:22 AM
Well done on your win. Very good piece of work. Faux
Gondolf Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 8:28 AM
Thank you, Faux, I appreciate it. John
Lane Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 11:00 PM
An excellent write, John. Congratulations.
Gondolf Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 6:56 AM
Thank you dear friend, I appreciate it. John
Hoffman Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 10:15 PM
Belated congrats on an awesome poem and well deserved top win John!~Che :)
Gondolf Avatar
June 27, 2018 at 6:55 AM
Thank you, Cheryl, I appreciate it. John
Duet Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 8:17 PM
Just great, John! I love it...and it's so true.
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 8:50 PM
Thank you, Carole, I appreciate it. John
Dietrich Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 6:35 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.
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 8:44 PM
Thank you, Andrea, I appreciate it. John
Turner Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:25 PM
So happy for you John. Hugs :)
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:35 PM
Thank you, Natasha, I appreciate it. John
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:17 PM
Oh John, I love this beautiful poem and I see why it garnered first place! Congratulations my friend! : )
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:27 PM
Thank you so much for your wonderful comments, Connie, I appreciate it. John
Allison Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 2:21 PM
wow John I'm delighted that this gem of a poem grabbed the top spot, many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:17 PM
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment, Jan, I appreciate it. John
Moorman Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 2:09 PM
John, congratulations on a splendid first place win. Beautifully done and well deserving.
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:16 PM
Thanks, Curtis, I appreciate it. John
Ajmal Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 1:57 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
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:15 PM
Thank you for the wonderful comment, Faraz, I appreciate it. All the best. John
Fisher Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 1:31 PM
Congratulations on your win! I really liked this poem. It is absolutely beautiful!
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 3:13 PM
Thank you so much, Haley, I appreciate your comments and I'm glad you liked my poem. John
Cunningham Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 1:05 PM
Congratulations John, well deserved. Tom
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 1:15 PM
Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. I enjoyed yours as well, John
Devonshire Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 11:28 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
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2018 at 12:15 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
Rodrigues Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 6:20 AM
Encouraging verse! Like a hug, dear friend!
Gondolf Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 10:11 AM
Thank you, Kim. Hugs to you my friend. John
Cunningham Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 3:19 AM
In the dark times that we sometimes have our TRUE friends will always shine through. Well written John. Tom
Gondolf Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 8:58 AM
Thanks, Tom, a true friend will always be there. John
Man Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 12:06 AM
John, great write on friendship. A friend can give us the confidence to accomplish things that would overwise be impossible!
Gondolf Avatar
June 24, 2018 at 8:56 AM
Thanks, Lyric Man, I appreciate your comments and visit. john
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