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Crater Lake Looking down high above in sunny skies A view through aircraft window down below... A sublime scene of beauty cast in eyes Of a crater lake, crowned by pristine snow. The island in its center brought such cheer, A picture postcard flocked with evergreens, With a sense of serenity so near In glory of this lake and what she means. The deep azure of water shined like glass, I will never forget our stunning view. Enchantment stole my heart which came to pass I vowed to visit there one day with you. God's hideaway in mountainous terrain, A sacred sight retained within my brain. 1-13-22 rev. ~Second Place~ Winter Wonders Within Nature Poetry Contest Sponsored by: M. L. Kiser *Photo from Wikipedia by WolfmanSF 1-3-19 Sleeping Volcano Poetry Contest~3rd Place~ Sponsor Eve Roper

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Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 1/24/2022 1:56:00 PM

Stunning!!!!! Congratulations on your winning placement. Blessings,Paulette

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/24/2022 8:26:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A "Magical" write and picture. Yes, "God's hideaway." Wish I could join Him. Have a blessed day/week..............

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:37:00 AM

That is what it felt like to me….God’s hideaway. : ) Thank you Paula. You are needed here Paula. Blessings xxoo

David Mohn

Date: 1/24/2022 7:41:00 AM

congratulations Connie...beautiful :)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:35:00 AM

Thank you very much David. Blessings xxoo

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/24/2022 5:34:00 AM

BIG Congrats my friend on your win on this gem from the past. A picturesque poem that delights.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:34:00 AM

Thank you Vijay. My oldest daughter visited there last Christmas and she sent me some awesome photos. Blessings xxoo

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 1/23/2022 10:48:00 PM

Congratulations, Connie on your win with this beautiful poem on scenic beauty. I know how enchanting it is to look down and view the earth from the sky.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:22:00 AM

The first time I saw Crater lake was in 1970 when I lived in Seattle. It is an enchanted place. Thank you dear poet. Blessings xxoo

Eve Roper

Date: 1/23/2022 8:23:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Connie . Hugs and blessings for a better year in your life

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:19:00 AM

So far this year is an improvement from the last two. I wish you a wonderful new year too. Thank you Eve. Blessings xxoo

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/23/2022 6:56:00 PM

"God's hideaway in mountainous terrain" - Beautiful sonnet. Congratulations!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2022 11:17:00 AM

Thank you Christuraj. It’s beauty is breathtaking. Blessings xxoo

Brian Sambourne

Date: 1/23/2022 3:42:00 PM

I was fortunate to visit Crater Lake a couple of times. Thank you for this wonderful poem that brings back such fond memories. Congratulations! Brian

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/23/2022 4:37:00 PM

It is breathtaking. I used to live in Seattle and we would often fly over it. The Captain would dip a wing so all could see the lake. One day I will see it from the ground. My daughter visited and sent me some glorious photos. Thank you. Blessings xxoo

Panagiota Romios

Date: 3/29/2019 3:05:00 PM

Congratulations on a deserved win! That picture is moving. Connie Panagiota

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 1/26/2019 5:45:00 PM

A magnificent view, a beautiful poem as tribute. I would think this was an awesome experience. Congrats on your well deserved win!

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 1/25/2019 8:48:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Connie, with this wonderful Sonnet ... well-deserved.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 1/25/2019 5:00:00 PM

Back to say congratulations on your win, my friend! From one Kansas woman to another "BRAVO!"

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/25/2019 7:01:00 PM

My families roots in Kansas run deep Caren. My last visit with my aunt was very memorable. I visited the old homestead, once so elegant but now going to ruin. It made me sad. It was the home my mother was born in. Thank you Caren. : ) xxoo

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/24/2019 9:25:00 PM

G'day Connie … a describing sonnet style addressing a lovely view. It's truly amazing how the world looks from an eagles eye - thank you once again Connie - Lindsay

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2019 10:23:00 PM

It is magnificent to look down upon. The pilots tipped the plane every time we flew over so passengers and we could enjoy the view and take pictures. Thanks my friend. : )

Constance La France

Date: 1/24/2019 3:34:00 PM

Connie, congratulations on your win in the contest with this lovely poem ~

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2019 4:42:00 PM

Thank you Constance. It is on my bucket list! : ) xxoo

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/24/2019 3:26:00 PM

I read down here finally that you never really got to "visit" it! anyway, I see it's a wINNER! big congrats, Connie.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2019 4:41:00 PM

Thank you Andrea. One day I hope to visit. It is not too far from my daughter's home. Perhaps when I visit her next we can go see it together. She went last month with her boyfriend and it was all decorated for Xmas. She sent me incredible photos. : ) xxoo

White Wolf

Date: 1/24/2019 1:19:00 PM

This is great, Connie! And I see it's a winner, too. Congrats

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2019 4:40:00 PM

This is one of the most peaceful lakes on earth. Thank you WW. : ) xxoo

Eve Roper

Date: 1/23/2019 3:08:00 PM

Connie, beautiful poem with great imagery and feeling. Thank you so much for entering my contest. Congratulations on your win . Hugs Eve ~`*

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/23/2019 8:19:00 PM

Thank you very much Eve. I traveled to the Crater Lake area by car in late fall but the road was closed because of snow so I never got to visit the lake. Seeing it by air left such an impression I really wanted to see it from ground level. Thank you for my placement in your contest. Congrats to all your well chosen winners. xxoo : )

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 1/23/2019 1:38:00 PM

Wow - what a stunning pic. As stunning as is your poem Connie - refreshing, relaxing and re-read - quite a few times! Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Mike Gentile

Date: 1/22/2019 2:40:00 PM

A very beautiful portrait of nature's amazement you have crafter Connie. I really enjoyed it xxoo

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/21/2019 5:04:00 PM

ahh, you flew over it. Did you ever actually go there, Connie? We have similar mountains and lakes right here in this area that I live in. It's gorgeous.Your poem is too.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/24/2019 4:36:00 AM

I went there but the road was closed because of snow so I didn't get to see fhe lake. That was my purpose for my trip. I visited my daughter then flew home. Thanks Andrea. xxoo

John Fleming

Date: 1/21/2019 3:01:00 PM

Enjoyed this one as well, Connie...you make it sound as if it is immaculate and untouched - nicely penned! With affection. :) john

Caycay Jennings

Date: 1/20/2019 12:21:00 PM

First, I'm thrilled that you wanted to write for this contest and did so superbly, truly a lovely, flowing poem; second, I'm so happy to find you here. I've been hunting you on gmail, in comments, etc., but finally found you on the new poem list. Phew. Write and let me know you're okay, k? Miss you and I love your poem. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/20/2019 12:05:00 PM

Ahh...lovely!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/19/2019 4:36:00 PM

Oh, Connie, my father took us there when I was a child and I remember him explaining to me how it was formed when a crater hit. Your beautiful rhyme catches and conveys its majesty so well, Dear. A favor for me! Love, Carolyn

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/20/2019 1:40:00 AM

Thank you so much Carolyn. I will have to see if you entered one in the contest. I really appreciate the fave. I hope you are feeling well. xxoo : )

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/19/2019 4:37:00 PM

We drove there. I imagine how magnificent it is from an aerial view such as you have created so vividly here. Best wishes in the contest.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 1/19/2019 10:44:00 AM

Hi Connie, such a beautiful write. The vivid imagery sings within the mind. Your words paint such a peaceful, beautiful canvas. I hope you do visit one day. This is an excellent Sonnet. I am hoping it does well for you in the contest. A fave. Have a wonderful Saturday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/20/2019 1:38:00 AM

Thank you so much for the fave my friend. One day I will see it in person. I was near by but the road to it was closed because of snow. Blessings for a happy weekend.xxoo : )