A Tribute To Milt

"What I believed, however, will never be null The poems I composed, the songs I sang Sustain me in an ethereal, spiritual alter-ego I shall continue to influence the world I knew" L Milton Hankins In his time here at Poetry Soup Milt showed his prolific writing skills He let his voice be heard in this group and his impact echoes still He was a resident of the fabled town of Soup Creek* Of which many a story has been told He stood up to bullies and made them look weak In contests Milt would often get the gold As he journeys on to an eternal sunset To hear the hymns of a heavenly choir He will be remembered on this site and his poems will continue to inspire 1-5-2023 In Honor Of Milt - An Un-Contest Poetry Contest Sponsor: Andrea Dietrich
*To honor Milt's memory Mayor Tom has renamed the town "Milton Creek"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Maverick Avatar
March 5, 2023 at 9:38 AM
Hi Joseph..My apologies at getting your name Wrong, in my earlier comment.'
May Avatar
March 5, 2023 at 6:24 PM
No problem Joe
Alex Avatar
January 16, 2023 at 9:51 PM
"his poems will continue to inspire" - Great tribute to a great poet. Congratulations!
Peck Avatar
January 16, 2023 at 3:11 PM
A beautiful tribute, Joseph.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 16, 2023 at 2:07 PM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write with a great ending. Yes, he will be remembered. Have a blessed day/week..............
Dietrich Avatar
January 16, 2023 at 1:26 PM
Love that last stanza a lot. So true it is!!
Maverick Avatar
January 10, 2023 at 12:13 PM
So well stated Jimbo, all my best; God bless.'
Sands Avatar
January 8, 2023 at 11:23 AM
Excellent tribute Joseph. A fave for me. Perfect :)
M  Avatar
January 6, 2023 at 8:13 PM
Joseph….that is truly lovely especially starting with Miltons own wise words! Debx
Buhagiar Avatar
January 6, 2023 at 2:49 AM
This is one of the best tributes I read about Milt.
Daniel Avatar
January 5, 2023 at 8:36 PM
A lovely tribute, Joseph:)
Nicole Avatar
January 5, 2023 at 7:26 PM
You're right Joseph, he continues to inspire. His words live on. This is such a lovely tribute to Milton. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. Hugs, Brandy
Peck Avatar
January 5, 2023 at 2:33 PM
That's such a beautiful tribute, Joseph. Milton would be so honored.
Pandit Avatar
January 5, 2023 at 12:13 PM
You honor Milton's memory with this awesome tribute, Joseph. I like the quote you posted at the top. No doubt a winning poem.
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace