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There is a sadness In the sunset As the dying sun Fades away, Twilight mourns In solemn silhouettes, And birds retire To their nests. Then at moonrise We see a remnant Of sun’s beauty in Its reflected glow As darkness covers Half the Earth— We slumber, awaiting Sun’s glorious rebirth. © Connie Marcum Wong July 11, 2015 Open Poetry Contest Sponsor Charlote Puddifoot

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Heather Ober

Date: 9/10/2015 7:42:00 AM

Oh, this is beautiful. I love the coming-full-circle feel of this poem - the death of the sun, followed by rebirth, a cycle of sadness and joy. This is a fave for me, and a definite 7.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/13/2015 5:35:00 AM

Thank you so much Heather. I so appreciate the fave. and the 7. Blessings, Connie

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 7/28/2015 3:36:00 PM

excellent poem Connie hugs 7

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 7/22/2015 3:03:00 AM

Wonderful imagery here Connie! Congrats on superb win! I have missed reading ur work for quite sometime dear!

Constance La France

Date: 7/20/2015 8:30:00 PM

Congratulations on your placement in the contest with this poem-gossamer 7 and thanks for visiting my poetry

Kp Nunez

Date: 7/20/2015 3:09:00 PM

Back to congratulate you for winning in Charlotte's contest, Connie! hugs

John Lawless

Date: 7/20/2015 5:52:00 AM

Connie, It appears to me that the picture should be blushing to sit beside such a wonderfully painted "word picture". Glad Charlotte didn't omit this one..

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/25/2015 3:20:00 AM

Me too! I had no clue that I didn't do things right. Your sweet comment really cheered me John...so did making her winner's list! Thanks so much!

Paul Callus

Date: 7/20/2015 4:35:00 AM

It is my pleasure to be reading this lovely poem once again, Connie! A beautiful sunset touches our soul, but a sunrise can be similarly captivating. ~ Congratulations! hugs // paul (standing next to you on the podium!)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/25/2015 3:15:00 AM

I am honored to be next to you an Jan. I am a big fan of your work as you know. I am happy to be on Charlotte's winning list. I have great respect for her talent! Thank you Paul and my congrats to you as well my friend. Hugs, Connie

Viv Wigley

Date: 7/19/2015 8:44:00 PM

Love the hopeful streak in this, Connie, congratulations. Viv x

Skat A

Date: 7/19/2015 6:12:00 PM

Connie,, congratulations in Charlotte Puddifootst... SKAT

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/25/2015 3:21:00 AM

Thank you SKAT. I am looking up to you!

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 7/19/2015 5:12:00 PM

this is another very nice, tranquil poem that pairs well with jan's haiku...you were naughty and sneaked your name onto it but I wasn't going to discard it just because of that! lol congrats on your win in my contest :)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/19/2015 9:34:00 PM

Good grief, I sure didn't mean to do that Charlotte! So sorry. Thanks for not tossing my poem out for my mistake. I am thrilled to be on your winner's list with all the wonderful entries. Thank you very much. Hugs, Connie

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/19/2015 4:37:00 PM

wowowow, you made the list of winners, Connie. Yay!! She is not easy to impress. BIG congratulations, dear friend.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/19/2015 9:36:00 PM

I know Andrea. I am so pleased to be on. Ko her list and in such talented company. Love, Connie

Jan Allison

Date: 7/19/2015 2:47:00 PM

Dropping back with my congratulations Connie:-) Hugs Jan xx

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/18/2015 7:38:00 PM

oh I know they are many little islands and a few bigger ones, Connie, but everyone on the mainland probably talks like me haha. Have you ever visited the LDS polynesian center? I hear it is really nice. Yes, Jenny my sister is in a very humid state, Arkansas. Today was nice and warm here in Utah.

Emile Pinet

Date: 7/18/2015 12:34:00 PM

Beauty is reflected within all of nature whether it be sun, cloud or rain and you have captured its essence within your words. Emile.

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 7/17/2015 8:10:00 PM

So much beauty and we long for heaven? Light & Love

Olive Eloisa Guillermo - Fraser

Date: 7/15/2015 8:42:00 PM

Connie, even without the picture your poetry did it so well!!! Enjoyed!~Olive ELoisa =')!

Joseph May

Date: 7/15/2015 7:13:00 PM

A beautiful piece Connie....enjoyed ...

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 7/15/2015 4:19:00 PM

enjoyed your write ,Luv p.d.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/14/2015 4:00:00 PM

thanks for your comments, Connie. I have one min. to see if you posted something I have not read yet, but I think you have not!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/14/2015 12:26:00 PM

- Dear Connie, a beautiful poem - The sun says goodnight to you .... and good morning to the "other" side of the planet :) - I wish you good luck in the contest! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Hannington Mumo

Date: 7/14/2015 5:48:00 AM

A nostalgic piece...7+

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/13/2015 7:40:00 PM

I see I'm late to the party but I'm glad I dropped by. I enjoyed this visually stunning piece. I see by the comments that I am not the only one.

Kp Nunez

Date: 7/13/2015 12:10:00 PM

Hi Connie. Have you ever felt catching your breath while reading something so vivid the image is already there in your mind even without the picture? That's what I felt here, there is that heart-stopping second, you know? Your poem is in itself of such delicate beauty...must fav...7 hugs too

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/13/2015 1:10:00 PM

Yes I have Kim. I means a lot to me that this poem did that for you. I really appreciate your lovely comment! Thank you so much for fav'ing my poem and for the 7. Hugs, Connie XXOO

Ilene Bauer

Date: 7/12/2015 4:05:00 PM

this is lovely, connie! such a beautiful description...

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/13/2015 1:19:00 PM

Thank you very much Ilene. Hugs, Connie

Eve Roper

Date: 7/12/2015 9:42:00 AM

Beautiful way to describe the sunset, a 7 hugs eve

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/13/2015 1:18:00 PM

Thank you Eve. When the volcano erupts on the Big island of Hawaii, we have the most beautiful sunsets. Thanks so much Eve. Hugs, Connie