Jack Ellison Poet Free verse

A Silent Friend

Got an amazing friend from across the sea
His moniker is SO which stands for Silent One
A unique bard who hasn't been recognized apart from this site
I am blessed to be a small part of his extraordinary life
Loved and respected by many
Admired for his creative pen and brilliant mind
If I haven't expressed my admiration well enough
It's enough to say I'm honoured to be a part of his world!

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Line Gauthier February 12, 2018 at 6:40 PM Wonderful tribute. It's wonderful to connect and make these very special bonds. Poets are another breed - a rare breed. Jack Ellison February 12, 2018 at 6:55 PM An amazing friend and an amazing poet! A GREAT MAN!!!

Kai Michael Neumann February 6, 2018 at 1:49 AM Great one. I second the message. Congratulations for poem of the day. Many wishes, Kai Jack Ellison February 6, 2018 at 4:03 AM Thanks a bunch my friend... very much appreciated, he is special!!! Cheers, Jack!

Connie Marcum Wong January 28, 2018 at 11:20 AM What a beautiful tribute to our talented friend Jack! Congratulations on having it honored with POTD! : ) Jack Ellison January 28, 2018 at 11:47 AM Thank you dearest Connie!!! Love this guy!!! And you!!! xxx

Anne-Lise Andresen January 27, 2018 at 2:07 PM - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Jack :) - Lovely written to S.O. - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Jack Ellison January 27, 2018 at 2:21 PM Happy to hear from you dear Anne-Lise!!! How have you been keeping... well I trust! This old 83 year old geezer is still clicking along!!! Love and hugs from across the seas, Jacko xxx

Akkina Downing January 26, 2018 at 4:46 PM Congratulations on this perfect POTD :) Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 4:53 PM Many thanks dear Akkina... love repeating your name!!! XXX

Silent One January 26, 2018 at 4:46 PM You got POTD???? See what free verse does!!! Lol... Congrats my friend, not because it is dedicated to me, but because you deserve it.. Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 6:28 PM So sad to hear it... I understand! You're still my hero, dear friend! Cheers!!! Silent One January 26, 2018 at 5:44 PM Thank you Jack, sorry not commented on your others, have been dealing with a friend's fathers death... Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 4:59 PM Strictly a by product! Now you have just been given reason why your following is so immense!!! You are respected throughout the site and beyond I'm sure!!! Cheers to you my friend and love, Jack!

Akkina Downing January 26, 2018 at 4:45 PM What a beautiful tribute to our dear Silent One. He is a great poet and caring friend. I love it! And like you Jack, it's an honor to be part of his world :) hugs and smiles :) Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 4:52 PM He has touched so many! Just happy to be part of his world!!! Seems MANY agree! Love to you dear Akkina! (lovely name!!!) xxx

Arturo Michael January 26, 2018 at 4:24 PM Lovely tribute Jack...getting a little sentimental, are you...An outstanding poem for an outstanding man, SO... Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 4:45 PM As we age we get mushier, good word eh!!! LOL Thanks Arturo! Cheers!

Roy Pett January 26, 2018 at 4:20 PM Congratulations on POTD with this wonderful tribute to a inspirational poet, a joy to read. :)) Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 4:43 PM Mucho thanks dear friend Roy! A very talented and charming friend to many!!! :)

Keith O.J. Hunt January 26, 2018 at 12:48 PM I love the fellowship and tribute to a great poet who's mind, heart and dedication is second to none; I always greatly appreciate his input and visits. A fave;-) Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 1:43 PM Keith... just read what you had to say to levi johnson! WOW! Couldn't have said it better my friend! Thank you Keith! There are some..... Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 12:55 PM Thank you muchly Keith!!! A one-if-a-kind without doubt! Apparently I may have upset a couple of people... with a "what about me" tone to their comments!!! Sad! Cheers, Jack

Judith S January 26, 2018 at 12:21 PM And your lovely tribute wins poem of the DAY!!! Congratulations my Canadian friend !!!! ~ Judy Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 12:48 PM You are a special loyal dear friend... if it wasn't for SO, we wouldn't be talking right now!!! So even more reason to thank him!!! Love, Happy Jack xxx

Charlie Smith January 26, 2018 at 12:08 PM What a fine tribute Jack, what am I, chopped liver? Well done my friend... Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 12:44 PM WOW!!! Thank you my friend!!!

Levi Johnson January 26, 2018 at 10:54 AM It sounds like you are gushing over a friend, but you mention nothing about his skill and why you are so knocked out. Its also too repetitive as you say the same thing with different words. Ask your gushing friends to be honest with you. Have a great day Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart January 26, 2018 at 7:41 PM What motivates you Levi? I'm at a loss. I've seen your mean spirited comments before; I just don't get it. Eve Roper January 26, 2018 at 6:55 PM Levi, it seems you have a problem. Jack is one our very favorite poets on this site... also if you have bothered to read Silent One work, he is one of the most talented persons here as we have many... Please keep negative opinions to yourself.. Judith S January 26, 2018 at 5:35 PM Very sad. Who would say such mean hearted things??? Perhaps you should read my limerick entitled Mute It. Most appropriate here. This is not the forum for discouragement! Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 5:08 PM Silent One, you have just demonstrated your charm besides being and amazing master craftsman with words!!! Your are a TRUE friend!!! Silent One January 26, 2018 at 4:48 PM Levi, Jack is 82 years old and always writes limericks, I would like to see how well you do at his age... Keith O.J. Hunt January 26, 2018 at 12:54 PM You can't even write Levi (moron), what makes you think you have an opinion? Remember what Poetrysoup has said about commenting --- this is a place of growth and encouragement, not to belittle others. You haven't even earned your stripes here and you speak such banter? Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 10:59 AM Hmmmmm!!!! LOL

Sunlite Wanter January 26, 2018 at 9:29 AM We all love our cyber friend. Congratulations. Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 9:38 AM Do we ever... thank you friend!!! Happy Jack!

Eve Roper January 26, 2018 at 9:12 AM Back to congratulate you on POTD, Jack. Hugs Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 9:36 AM WOWSERS!!! This man is popular!!!! Thanks dear Eve! Lovesies, Happy Jack xxx

Mike Gentile January 26, 2018 at 8:17 AM Congratulations on your POTD and a superb tribute to a superb poet!! Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 8:23 AM Well it seems like MANY are in agreement!!! LOL Thanks a bunch Mike!!! Cheers, Jack

Maria Williams January 26, 2018 at 7:47 AM A beautiful tribute to an outstanding poet and a wonderful friend to many Jack. How sweet of you to acknowledge him. Congratulations on POTD...Maria Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 8:10 AM WHOAA! Many thanks dear Marie! HE IS VERY SPECIAL!!! Thanks again, my sweet, love, Happy Jack xxx

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart January 26, 2018 at 7:26 AM A POTD to celebrate! Congratulations my sweet friends, spreading the love <3 xomo! Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 7:29 AM AND... it wasn't a limerick!!! How bout THAT!!! LOL Goos morning dearest Mo! Love and higgsies, Happy Jack xxx

Vijay Pandit January 26, 2018 at 5:50 AM Congrats Jack on POTD. You chose a friend of friends to write about..you are in good company and your words shine with pride. Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 6:12 AM Many thanks dear friend! A very special talent, this friend of many!!! Cheers, Jack!

Susan Ashley January 26, 2018 at 4:39 AM Silent One is an amazing inspiration and a friend to me, Jack. I join in celebrating your wonderful sentiments. A beautifully expressed tribute to a poet whose beautiful talent knows no bounds. Congratulations Jack on your well deserved POTD honors. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 5:13 AM Hello Susan!!! He has MANY friends here!!! Happy to be one of them!!! And thanks for your congrats for the POTD!!! Love, Jack xxx

Carole Duet January 25, 2018 at 9:03 PM What a very nice tribute to SO! He is such a wonderful poet and has been very nice to me...as I'm sure he has been to many others here on PS as well. Jack Ellison January 26, 2018 at 5:10 AM Thank you Carole! An amazing talent and an amazing friend! SPECIAL!!! Love, Jack xxx

Judith S January 25, 2018 at 10:42 AM Awh Jack! How very sweet this is. And NOT a limerick!! Wow! Many of us join in your wonderful sentiments. ;) ~ Judy Jack Ellison January 25, 2018 at 12:16 PM That I'm absolutely sure of!!! Love ya dear Judith S!!! Happy Jack xxx

FJ Thomas January 24, 2018 at 8:53 PM Lovely words Jack Ellison. S1 truly has a talented quill. Jack Ellison January 24, 2018 at 9:05 PM Don't think anyone will disagree my dear friend... a unique talent without a doubt!!! I am honoured to be included as one of his friends!!! Thanks for coming by!!! Happy Jack

Eve Roper January 24, 2018 at 1:34 PM What a wonderful tribute, Jack, well deserved person and friend . I enjoy being his friend. Hugs dear friend Silent One January 24, 2018 at 2:02 PM Thank you Eve.. Jack Ellison January 24, 2018 at 1:40 PM SPECIAL describes him to a "T" Love to you Eve... Happy Jack xxx

Silent One January 24, 2018 at 10:46 AM Awww you being sweet there and you wrote a FREE VERSE jus for me.. Touched one is :))) Silent One January 24, 2018 at 1:17 PM Thank you... You are very sweet Jack Ellison January 24, 2018 at 11:00 AM YUP! Broke away from my safety zone just for you my friend!!!

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