Connie Marcum Wong Poet Sonnet

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A Tribute To Shakespeare

Shakespeare, your words are interlaced with mine
With brilliant words of wit I choose from verse,
Yet I could never write near as divine.
Many have tried and failed... a poet’s curse.
You’ve set the bar beyond clouds in the skies.
Your clever words rain down as crystal tears.
My breath released in awe inspired sighs,
I marvel their relevance all these years.
I know your image like I know my own,
Your high forehead, your dashing bearded face.
How fond of your written verse I have grown,
Your clever lines share elegance and grace.
You will forever have my loyalty,
As you inspire all my poetry!
 
© Nov. 3, 2016

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John Watt August 29, 2020 at 10:32 PM This is exquisite, Connie! The Bard was my gateway to sonnet enjoyment back in college, and I have only grown in my love for the form, though whatever my own talent at creating them, it will always pale when compared to him. He has indeed "set the bar beyond clouds in the skies." With you, I marvel at his relevance 400 years later. Beautifully crafted tribute, Connie, an absolute FAV for me, and I look forward to enjoying this again and again. Hugs ~ John

Kurt Ravidas November 16, 2019 at 3:55 AM Great tribute, Connie. I think he was a mage. Anyone who came in contact with his poetry became a poet too)

Susan Ashley November 4, 2017 at 8:39 PM Connie, a beautifully written sonnet in honor of Shakespeare. I've just written my first sonnet so I have a new found admiration for the poetic genius he possessed. Your write is a wonderfully rhymed tribute to the great poet! Excellent and enjoyed!

Phillip Garcia January 28, 2017 at 7:23 PM You couldn't have said this any better. Every time I spend time reading Shakespeare's sonnets (which I LOVE to do) I absolutely refuse to write any of my own for as long as it takes me to forget how perfect his are. Excellent sonnet, Connie! Connie Marcum Wong January 28, 2017 at 10:50 PM I have only written about three or so sonnets ever Phillip. I realize I need to work on this but I really appreciate your encouragement. Thank you so much. ; )

Robert Lindley December 19, 2016 at 5:09 PM A gem of a sonnet my friend. Every verse right in place and the message rang loud and clear. Great tribute!

Pashang Salehi November 30, 2016 at 11:00 PM Hi Connie, very nice, but do you know that he made a gigantic error on Hamlet, Act III, scene 1. Instead of " To be, or not to be--that is the question", it should have been; To be or to become, death is question! Think about it. I think it got lost in translation.......

Ralph Sergi November 22, 2016 at 10:33 PM Hi Connie: A beautiful poetic tribute to one of the greatest poets and playwrights. I'm going to email you one of his poems but first please read my poem "All the world's a stage" based on "As you like it."

John Fleming November 21, 2016 at 4:54 PM Ahhh yes...Thee immortal bard. A fitting tribute, Connie...A fitting tribute indeed! All my very best wishes, Connie...As always of course. :) john Connie Marcum Wong November 25, 2016 at 4:51 AM So nice to hear from you John. I have been taking a bit of a poetry break lately. My muse is on vacation. I look forward to reading one of your creations soon. Thank you my friend. Blessings, Connie

David Mohn November 18, 2016 at 7:47 PM This is terrific Connie...nicely written! Connie Marcum Wong November 20, 2016 at 1:06 AM So nice to hear from you David. Thank you very much. : )

Barry Stebbings November 18, 2016 at 5:25 AM Clever and very well written tribute to Shakespeare, Connie. I agree with your sentiments. I find his Sonnets stimulating and challenging. +7. Barry Connie Marcum Wong November 20, 2016 at 1:10 AM Yes, I agree, they make you eager to learn from his expertise. Thank you Barry. ; )

Alexis Y. November 17, 2016 at 2:17 PM Hi Connie, This is a well written tribute to Shakespeare. He is one of the masters of the written word. Your poem complimented him well. Excellent job. A without a doubt seven:-) Alexis Connie Marcum Wong November 20, 2016 at 1:09 AM I believe his book was the first book of poetry I owned and it was a gift. Thank you Alexis for the high rating. ; )

Paul Callus November 15, 2016 at 11:59 AM Undoubtedly, Shakespeare has been an inspiration to many, and I have had the pleasure of studying his works. Yours is a tribute worthy of the bard himself, Connie! Regards // paul Connie Marcum Wong November 15, 2016 at 4:51 PM What a lovely compliment you have given me Paul. Thank you so much. I really appreciate it. ; )

Maurice Yvonne November 12, 2016 at 5:07 PM As a director and much earlier on as an actor I have been involved in so many of his plays. I think in one way or another all his plays. I certainly have read them all. His sonnets were often used in acting exercises where we would deliver them like monologues. I love Shakespeare. You did him proud. A stunning tribute. Connie Marcum Wong November 15, 2016 at 4:53 PM Thank you very much for such a wonderful complement Armand. I appreciate you dropping by and and leaving this special comment. Blessings, Connie

CayCay Godwin November 10, 2016 at 9:17 AM Honey, I somehow missed this gem. Shakespeare himself would have loved it, as do I. We share 4th place and there are few I'd rather be grouped with! I'm honored and happy for us both. All the best, all the time ... CayCay

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri November 10, 2016 at 6:21 AM Shakespeare influences my writings in a way too esp his thy thee archaic language which I can't help loving. I like how u say 'dashing bearded face' and I like the beard , very poetic looks yeahh. So thumbs up for this rhyming tribute to the bard. Nice to read from u again Connie Marcum Wong November 15, 2016 at 4:54 PM Thank you very much. I appreciate your nice comment. ; )

Ravi Sathasivam November 10, 2016 at 2:30 AM Excellent tribute and well penned too. Thanks for sharing it.

Joanna Daniel November 9, 2016 at 2:58 AM He's a great inspiration to all writers all over the world:) wonderful tribute, Connie:) congratulations on your win too:)

Andrea Dietrich November 7, 2016 at 3:44 PM Dear Connie, i am not sure your placement but I see this won, and I am so glad for that. It's very deserving. Congratulations!

Teddy Kimathi November 7, 2016 at 5:28 AM Shakespeare, the father of today's most phrases and words in English.... Congrats Connie, for your placement with this brilliant piece!! ;-)

Sandra Haight November 6, 2016 at 6:35 PM Back to congratulate you on our wonderful win in the contest, Connie! Hugs, Sandra

Afolabi Muideen November 6, 2016 at 10:34 AM Congrats on you win, my friend. I dropped by to reread this brilliant poem..........A.M.

Nette Onclaud November 6, 2016 at 9:47 AM remarkable sonnet from one bard to another, connie... big cheers on your greeat win!..huggs

Richard Lamoureux November 6, 2016 at 9:46 AM A tremendous tribute and win. Congrats.

Viv Wigley November 6, 2016 at 1:31 AM A worthy tribute to a great, Connie. I often say a few words when I pause by his grave on occasional visits to Stratford-upon-Avon. A fine Sonnet. Viv x

Elaine George November 5, 2016 at 7:43 PM I knew this would grace the winners list, dear Connie. Many congrats. Lainey

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