Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

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Carpe

Diem

Carpe Diem

Events that live in infamy
Some life-changing, others life-ending

Hiroshima, the World Trade Center, 
areas struck by tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes

Life that remains will never be the same
Survivors are plagued by emotions of loss and grief

Consider couples who fought over breakfast
Or parents whose last words were reprimands

A king’s ransom might be offered
For the opportunity we still have

Live without regret
Part with tender words

Express feelings every day
Love alone lives on past tragedy

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Kai Michael Neumann January 20, 2020 at 3:39 AM Expressing feeling, that is what poetry is all about. Nice one, Kai

Harry Horsman October 11, 2019 at 10:00 AM Such alas is life, and the lessens we have to learn. Till we read a gem of poetry like this is..

Kim Rodrigues October 11, 2019 at 6:18 AM Be genuine and kind. The death bed’s no time to make up for what is lost. Nicely written, Carolyn! ....Kim

P.S. Awtry October 9, 2019 at 10:29 PM definitely words to live by! :)

Anne-Lise Andresen October 9, 2019 at 6:10 AM - So beautifully described ... of truth and love, Carolyn - GL in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Winged Warrior October 9, 2019 at 4:54 AM Great entry my friend...all we have is each other, while the world crumbles...^WW^ :o)

Jennifer Proxenos October 8, 2019 at 12:16 PM I Love this poem Carolyn and your words are so true we always point to our wedding ring as we wave goodbye it is either an 'I Love you' or, 'I'm sorry. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Ralph Sergi October 7, 2019 at 11:25 AM Hi Carolyn: A beautiful message towards the end of the stanzas. Good Luck!

Ts Poetry October 6, 2019 at 8:37 PM We can't regret life Carolyn...maybe one day I'll come down and we'll go skydiving lol Carolyn Devonshire October 8, 2019 at 1:06 PM That would be fun!

Silent One October 6, 2019 at 2:46 PM A great choice for this contest.. what a sad day it was..

Paul Callus October 5, 2019 at 9:05 AM Beautiful, and it delivers a wise message, too. A very good poem which compliments the topical prompt of this contest, Carolyn. Have a lovely weekend. Hugs // paul Carolyn Devonshire October 5, 2019 at 2:47 PM Thanks, Paul. We never know when our lives might suddenly undergo drastic changes.

Andrea Dietrich October 4, 2019 at 9:04 PM this is really good writing, Carolyn. I think LIne is going to love it too. Deep one!

Richard Lamoureux October 4, 2019 at 5:52 PM Much to ponder in this one. Hugs Rick.

Joseph May October 4, 2019 at 5:05 PM Your words ring true Carolyn, love's eternal flame lives on.

Connie Marcum Wong October 4, 2019 at 3:00 PM This poem holds such truth Carolyn. My children always end calls to me by saying I love you, which I return. It is so important to express feelings of love to family and friends. A wonderful entry for the contest Carolyn! xxoo Carolyn Devonshire October 5, 2019 at 2:49 PM Yes, I always told my parents (and still tell other family members) how much I love them each time we talk. No regrets this way. Thanks for reading! Hugs, Carolyn

John Hamilton October 4, 2019 at 1:08 PM This is well said Carolyn, words to live by, should do well in the contest!

Vijay Pandit October 4, 2019 at 6:45 AM Excellent words of wisdom..a special poem you wrote, Caroyln. A message to live by: Live without regret Part with tender words Express feelings every day Love alone lives on past tragedy.

Regina Mcintosh October 4, 2019 at 1:18 AM I love this. Your words are so true and a blessing. Bless you

Rico Leffanta October 3, 2019 at 7:46 PM You got that right! Aloha! Rico

Chris Green October 3, 2019 at 4:47 PM Absolutely beautiful and true Carolyn. We do have so many blessings that a lot of us don't realize until we take the time to look. Your poem is a winner in my eyes.I'm not sure it could be said any better...time is short, life is short, make the best of everyday. Carolyn Devonshire October 4, 2019 at 1:19 PM You're so sweet, Chris. I'm really glad you returned to Soup as I enjoy reading your poetry.

Heidi Sands October 3, 2019 at 4:43 PM Excellent message in this poem and a reminder of such heartbreak people went through. Well written! Thank you :)