Chasing the Blues Away

May you see with new eyes Bright stars in clear night skies. May you feel the warm breeze That puts your heart at ease. Hear the sounds of birds sweet. Wear shoes that dance your feet. Paint the sky a bright blue. Just know I think of you. Put a smile on your face. Don’t hide in that dark place. Talk to your friends, the trees. Tell them I miss you, please. Find your strength in your soul. Hope and truth are the goal. Think of all you could do To make your heart feel new. Drink a cup of red wine. That will make you feel fine. Sing a song, bright and gay. Soon the blues will go way. By: Carole O'Terry Duet Copyright: 2/8/2018; "All Rights Reserved" For the 120 Word Contest; Sponsor – Silent One 1st Place
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Lindley Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 12:03 PM
A very positive and uplifting piece my friend. Smooth, with great message and a beauty the mind's eyes simply must see! Also a fine poem for me to have found and read this fine morn my friend. Thanks as I needed that.. A fav...
Duet Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 10:50 PM
I'm so glad this poem spoke to you in a way you needed to hear that day you read it, Robert. I hope you were lifted up. We all need that from time to time. Hugzz...Carole :D
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February 21, 2018 at 7:55 PM
You can't beat a good squirt of optimism, Carole, a fine piece. Viv x
Duet Avatar
February 21, 2018 at 8:12 PM
That's true, Viv. Sometimes we need it. Thanks for your nice comment. Carole :D
Payton Avatar
February 14, 2018 at 4:45 PM
You want to be my friend, Carole. You're sweet.
Williams Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 4:55 AM
Wow Carole, any wonder you won first place. Congratulations. This poem is superb.In the last verse, I'll take your advice and "sing a song bright and gay" - and skip the wine. I don't drink my dear friend, perhaps a Claytons will do me nicely though?...Maria xxx
Duet Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 1:04 PM
Thank you, Maria. Carole :D
Roper Avatar
February 11, 2018 at 8:43 PM
Congratulations on your winning write, Carol. Hugs Eve
Duet Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 12:33 AM
Thanks, Eve. Carole :D
Smith Avatar
February 11, 2018 at 11:06 AM
Back to congratulate you Carol, well done...
Duet Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 12:33 AM
Thanks, Charlie. Carole :D
Dietrich Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 7:49 PM
and back again with big GRATS!!
Duet Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 12:36 AM
Thanks, Andrea. Carole :D
Thomas Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 7:31 PM
Well that certainly is upbeat and uplifting! A wonderfully toe tapping write Carole :) ...my grandson is asleep on my lap so I didn't get to listen to the song.
Duet Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 12:37 AM
Thanks, Shadow, and thanks for the visit. Carole :D
Andresen Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 2:35 PM
- Really well deserved first place, Carole ... CONGRATULATIONS ! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:30 PM
Thank you so much, Anne-Lise Carole :D
Gauthier Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 9:52 AM
What awesome rhythm and flow. An awesome winner. Congrats, Carole.
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:29 PM
Wow! Thank you, Line. Carole :D
Gondolf Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 9:15 AM
Carol, very nice sentiments in this poem, congrats on your win. John
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:27 PM
Thank you, John. Carole :D
Y. Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 9:15 AM
Hi Carole, This is such an encouraging and uplifting write. It was my pleasure to read it. Congratulations on your 1st place win . It was well deserved:-) Alexis
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:27 PM
Thanks, Alexis. Carole :D
One Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 8:56 AM
If only it was so simple, great message in your poem.. Congratulations on your first place Carole..
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:25 PM
Thank you ZZ. I know it's not "so simple" but sometimes we have to psych ourselves/others into thinking it is. Then, maybe it really will be. Carole :D P.S. I'm very happy with my placement in this contest.
Smith Avatar
February 9, 2018 at 3:46 PM
Great entry Carol, my very best wishes...
Duet Avatar
February 10, 2018 at 5:22 PM
Thanks, Charlie. Carole :D
Dietrich Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 8:01 PM
Oh I LOVE this, CArol. you did a GREAT job with the challenge!!!
Duet Avatar
February 8, 2018 at 12:56 AM
Thanks, Andrea. Coming from a poet such as yourself that means a lot. Carole :D
Smith Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 10:48 AM
A lovely piece Carol. I'm sure this will do well
Duet Avatar
February 8, 2018 at 12:55 AM
Thank you so much, Tim. I hope so. Carole :D
Pandit Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 6:51 AM
You did well Carole..the story flows meaningfully despite the word constraint..a winning poem.
Duet Avatar
February 8, 2018 at 12:54 AM
Thank you, Vijay. I appreciate your comment so much. Carole :D
Hoffman Avatar
February 6, 2018 at 8:38 PM
An awesome uplifting one for the contest Carole; Good luck in it!~Che :) PS The duet song is uplifting too! :)
Duet Avatar
February 6, 2018 at 8:50 PM
Thanks you so much, Cheryl. Carole :D
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