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A Raindrop and a Star

Can’t say I’ve seen the moon large over waters, or viewed far horizons in the sky. But moonlight pearls come through my kitchen window, and in its silver whiteness,” My oh My.” Can’t say I’ve seen the vast breast of the ocean, or walked along her shores of sand at night. But I've beheld an atmosphere of diamonds, a darkness filled with stars that sparkled bright. Can’t say I’ve seen a heaven with no land below, just miles and miles of sea to look upon. But heavy rains and winds beat at my window, as I feel the force of storm and water on. Can’t say I’ve seen all beauties of this wondrous world, though pictures often take you close by far. Yet there will always be earth, water, air and fire. For now, I’ll set my sights upon a raindrop and a star 1/2/18 01/21/2023 2022 Poetry Marathon Mile 25 Poetry Contest

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Date: 1/25/2018 6:51:00 PM
Such a lovely poem, Janis. I echo Gregory's comment below. Congratulations on your fine placement on this short list of winners! Hugs, Sandra
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Date: 1/25/2018 1:45:00 PM
Love it, Janis. I especially love the last lines. Congratulations on the win! ...Fran
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Date: 1/25/2018 12:51:00 PM
Absolutely gorgeous, Janis. Congrats on your win.
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Date: 1/24/2018 10:32:00 AM
Beautiful. Reminds me Why I chose my bedroom, the room without the closet, because the window faced south and I could sleep in moonlight. Love your pen. Congratulations on your win! xomo
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Date: 1/24/2018 7:10:00 AM
beautiful poem sweet Janis, congrats :)-luloo
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Date: 1/24/2018 5:51:00 AM
Oh, the beauty and appreciation created when we're NOT familiar with things, or they're not right in our backyard! Some of us near the ocean tend to take it for granted at times. I loved that you came at this from such a contrary perspective, Janis - adored this write! Blessings and congrats on your FOURTH PLACE! Thank you so much for entering my contest! :-)
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Date: 1/3/2018 8:19:00 AM
You have brought out beauty in what you have seen and not seen, Janis, well expressed:)
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Date: 1/2/2018 6:34:00 PM
I do hope you get to see all these things my friend, many I have seen and it is breathtaking...good luck...in the navy, I saw the night sky from horizon to horizon
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Date: 1/2/2018 1:16:00 PM
- Infinite much beautiful ... - A beautiful poem, Janis :) - Best wishes for a win in the contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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