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We never met, although we planned to make our dream come true; the will was strong, the body weak… and then you bid adieu when angels came and took your hand (I called your name in vain). You left this vale for pastures new where peace replaced your pain. Carolyn passed away, but her unconditional friendship and kindness, together with her gift of words will never be forgotten. She was one of the first to welcome me to Soup, and we bonded from the start. We co-wrote several poems, some of which were published in various anthologies. She will forever hold a special place in my heart. Awarded POTD 5th August 2021

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Date: 2/20/2022 2:08:00 PM
I am pleased to read of your bonding with Carolyn Paul, a very fair soul and supporter To me, she wanted to meet me also at one Point I was booking her a good quality hotel Near me and I was going to drive her down to Wales however it was not to be '
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Date: 9/6/2021 8:56:00 AM
Quite a moving, heart felt tribute to Carolyn. Her presence on poetrysoup + in life is much missed. Be well. Brian
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Date: 9/4/2021 8:12:00 AM
a beautiful tribute to our friend
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Date: 8/29/2021 10:53:00 PM
I exchanged messages with her a week before her passing Paul, she was bracing for the end, I share your pain & a broken heart
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Date: 8/20/2021 9:50:00 AM
Hi Paul, a wonderful, heartfelt tribute to a friend and awesome poetess, whom you respected - her live was full of achievements and she will always be remembered lovingly by yourself and all of us on poetry soup. A beautiful poem of remembrance my friend. warm regards, hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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Date: 8/19/2021 12:00:00 AM
Great tribute... She would be reading this from heaven...
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Date: 8/16/2021 6:38:00 PM
Lovely it is to see, that one as lovely as she, would someday receive, words so lovely from thee-
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Date: 8/14/2021 9:37:00 AM
A wonderful tribute to Carolyn. She was a super lady and a friend to many of us. love phyl
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Date: 8/11/2021 7:55:00 AM
Really beautiful poem for your friend Paul! Sincerely Paris
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Date: 8/9/2021 1:35:00 PM
Superb tribute Paul to a very lovely lady, only knew her a fairly short time but was always encouraging me which I'll be eternally grateful. Congrats on the POTD. Blessings, Gordon
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Date: 8/8/2021 11:47:00 PM
Hello Paul ... a beautiful tribute indeed. I was so shocked to read of this, but thankfully left us with a fine legacy - thank you Paul - Lindsay
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Date: 8/8/2021 6:16:00 AM
Beautiful tribute to one dear to your heart. Her words live on. May they continue to comfort and inspire.
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Date: 8/7/2021 4:59:00 PM
Paul, thanks for penning this beautiful tribute to Carolyn. Also congratulations on your POTD...so worthy!
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Date: 8/6/2021 7:59:00 AM
Oh, Paul -- so sad. A beautiful remembrance to your friend. Congratulations.
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Date: 8/5/2021 11:22:00 PM
Great souls would carve the path they walk, would mark who they befriend, would leave their own fragrance wherever they set their spirits.. Poets would write their own legacy and ensure their immortality.. Carolyn Devonshire, may she rest in peace.. my deepest condolences to you, Paul and to all those who love and cherish her.. enough to know you, Paul to highly value and venerate her beautiful soul.. I feel your pain and loss.. Your heartfelt tribute is a solace.. you honoured her alive and now as she is in the world of the beyond.. My deepest regards and blessings. My God bestow upon you serenity and contentment.
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Date: 8/5/2021 9:12:00 PM
It was with sorrow that her last email was that she was terminally ill. She will be missed by many, especially by me. May she rest in peace.
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Date: 8/5/2021 8:49:00 PM
Dropped in to say how sad this makes me, but what a lovely dedication Paul.
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Date: 8/5/2021 8:32:00 PM
Dear Paul, your words wrap softly around me like a tender moment. Even though you never got the chance to meet Carolyn, she is with you, in your heart, and always will be. Words live on forever. This is beautiful and emotional, all at the same time. A lovely tribute. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. Hugs, Brandy
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Date: 8/5/2021 8:23:00 PM
Wonderful tribute Paul and a well deserved POTD. She was indeed a class act. Hoping you are well my friend.
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Date: 8/5/2021 8:10:00 PM
Sad. Breaks my heart. You did her proud Paul. An incredible tribute, as stunning as Carolyn Devonshire. Thank You.
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Date: 8/5/2021 7:36:00 PM
This is such a heartfelt and beautiful tribute to a wonderful woman, Paul, she will surely be missed here... congratulations on your POTD:)
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Date: 8/5/2021 7:17:00 PM
Paul, a beautiful tribute to Carolyn.
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Date: 8/5/2021 7:02:00 PM
OMG! I did not know. I am so terribly sorry to hear this news. Judgment and Truth, Gershon
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Date: 8/5/2021 6:47:00 PM
Paul, a wonderful tribute poem, congratulations on POTD!
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Date: 8/5/2021 5:16:00 PM
Carolyn was a wonderful writer and friend. She encouraged me often. I will miss her greatly. God bless you always, and thank you for the lovely tribute to Carolyn. Love, Gina
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