Connie Marcum Wong Poet Couplet

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A friend reveals their true heart when you are feeling blue.
Their compassion cheers your spirit as they know the 'real' you.
They listen to you vent your anger when it consumes your day
To commiserate and reach out in a non-judgmental way.
A friend also is a treasure because your joy they love to share.
They help you keep your sanity when chaos you must bear.
Never forgetting your birthday or when holidays roll 'round.
You trust them to keep your secrets for they are honor bound.

A special poet friend helped teach me how to write in form
Her talent shines unwavering in words high above the norm.
Indeed she is a teacher, and English grammar her expertise.
She knows the earth, the seas, and skies beyond the Pleiades.

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CayCay Godwin August 30, 2018 at 9:36 PM How sweet this poem from your heart for a friend is! So sweet that my own heart is melting in a good way. Emotional and uplifting are combined in a beautiful poem by your pen. Love ... CayCay

Virginia Waters July 1, 2018 at 2:06 AM lovely encapsulation of friendship - beautifully heartfelt - congrats on top win Connie Marcum Wong July 1, 2018 at 2:50 PM Thank you very much Virginia: )

Andrea Dietrich June 29, 2018 at 8:27 PM AWESOME win, Connie Thanks so much for what you said. I am thrilled that you get a prize of jewlelry for this poem. YAYYYYY! Connie Marcum Wong June 29, 2018 at 9:22 PM She did not mention what the prize is Andrea. It is very nice of her to give a prize to the top three. I am having a full moon kind of day with my A/C dripping on my bookcase and bed. The guy won't come check it out till Monday. It is hot and humid so I am letting it drip as it is still cool.: (

Vladislav Raven June 29, 2018 at 5:42 PM Hi Connie, a beautiful tribute to a friend. This is a beautiful write of friendship. It brings a smile to my face as i red it. This is such a feel good write for anyone who reads. You write with the heart and excellence prevails. Ah! i see you had a win with this contest with this poem. My belated congratulations Connie. Have a wonderful weekend and watch the knee. Hugs....Mike. XX

Joseph May June 28, 2018 at 11:55 AM Beautiful tribute to your friend Connie..Congrats on your win

Rob Carmack June 27, 2018 at 10:52 PM Indeed Connie, a true friend lets you be you, likes you for your own sake. Andrea has the qualities that are necessary for a true friend. Congrats on your win.

Susan Gentry June 27, 2018 at 4:10 PM A beautiful tribute and description of friendship! Congratulations on your top win. A heartfelt write that comes thru to the reader. :)

Fauxcroft Wade June 27, 2018 at 8:24 AM Lovely poem, congratulations on your win. Faux

John Gondolf June 26, 2018 at 3:44 PM Congrats on your win, Connie. The true friends we can trust are an important part of our lives. John Connie Marcum Wong June 27, 2018 at 2:39 PM That is so true. They stay close to us no matter the miles. Thank you John. : )

Jan Allison June 26, 2018 at 2:25 PM I knew this would be in the top 3 Connie, many congrats:-) hugs jan xx Connie Marcum Wong June 26, 2018 at 3:47 PM I am so thrilled with this high placement Jan. There were so many wonderful entries I feel very honored to make the top three. How is your broken finger coming along? Thank you very much Jan. xxoo

Faraz Ajmal June 26, 2018 at 2:01 PM It is a really lovely as well as a beautiful poem, you certainly have described the qualities of a true friend, I wish you many congratulations on your well deserved win in the contest, this poem sure was a joy to read,good luck and have a nice day

Carolyn Devonshire June 26, 2018 at 11:40 AM Oh, Connie, I'm so pleased to learn it is you who wrote this beautiful poem. Congratulations on taking third place! I already have your address, so a prize will be mailed to you. (Hope it isn't carried to you on the back of a sea turtle.) Thank you so much for supporting the contest with this wonderful poem. Hugs, Carolyn Connie Marcum Wong June 26, 2018 at 3:44 PM Oh Carolyn, I am thrilled to have made the top three! I am so happy you two liked my poem. Thank you so much. It is not necessary to mail me a prize. Just getting in the top three with all these winners is prize enough for me! Yes, it was written about Andrea who has helped me so much over the years. We met around 1999 I believe. I learned how to write a proper sonnet with her guidance. Blessings to you, love Connie xxoo Carolyn Devonshire June 26, 2018 at 11:41 AM You wrote about Andrea, right? The mention of "teacher" gave it away.

Paul Callus June 21, 2018 at 9:22 AM A person who recognizes and lauds the beauty of true friendship is herself a true example of sincere friendship! I can't bestow p.o.t.d. on you, Connie, but I certainly can fav this impressive poem:) Warm regards // paul Connie Marcum Wong June 22, 2018 at 10:55 PM How sweet of you Paul. I so appreciate you faving this. My friends have been so wonderful over the years. I have been truly blessed. I consider you in that group. Hugs, Connie

Lyric Man June 20, 2018 at 1:44 PM A lovely, well penned tribute!

Richard Lamoureux June 20, 2018 at 9:03 AM You are a friend to many. I enjoyed reading this one again.

Silent One June 19, 2018 at 4:22 PM Such a lovely poem Connie... I hope you are well..

Carrie Richards June 19, 2018 at 10:13 AM Oh Connie, .....to have such a friend, is to be such a friend. And that is why people love you so much. You are one of the most thoughtful and kindest hearts on PS. This poem expresses so much love. As lovely as you are. :) Connie Marcum Wong June 21, 2018 at 3:49 PM What a lovely, lovely comment you have given me Carrie. I appreciate your friendship so much. Thank you very much! Your poetry always inspires me to become a better poet. xxoo

Warren Doll June 17, 2018 at 3:48 PM Wonderful poem, Connie. True friendship is priceless! // Warren

Barry Stebbings June 17, 2018 at 12:45 PM A really lovely poem and tribute, Connie. // Barry.

Agnes Krampe June 12, 2018 at 5:52 PM Beautiful and so true. Here's to friendship! May we all have such friends in our lives.

Joseph May June 11, 2018 at 6:33 PM A friend is all that and more..Beautiful write Connie...best wishes

Susan Ashley June 10, 2018 at 11:22 PM This is wonderful, Connie. Warmth and beauty flow through your poetic lines. Such a lovely dedication! Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich June 10, 2018 at 3:55 PM This is absolutely beautiful, Connie.The first verse is exactly what I admire in a friend as well, and you are all of that!!

Arturo Michael June 10, 2018 at 12:01 PM Beyond the eye of the bull...Nice write...good flow and rhythm...I like it...All the best Connie

Probir Gupta June 10, 2018 at 10:30 AM Very nice. Connie ... I enjoyed reading the poem ...

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