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Dance To Love - POTD - A Visual Art Poem Tribute

POTD 23rd June 2019 Maria Williams Presents Dance to Love A tribute to my Dad, the late - Wilfred Forbes She danced with wild abandon she danced without a care With sun kissed skin, her arms flung wide Wild flowers everywhere I chanced upon this secret glade while walking early morn A sacred aura surrounded it a jewel in the dawn A type of place where angels dwell A place of Hopes and Dreams A magic place of lush green plants And sparkling bubbling streams I drew back lest she saw me, I dared not break the spell Wild petals swirled around her and to the ground they fell Like homage to a Goddess that she must surely be For Gods to but gaze on not mortals such as me She twirled around so fast I could barely see her feet And even though I stood afar I knew she gave off heat When her tempo slowed right down the air became quite chill The Elements were but her slaves she ordered them at will I could have watched forever so mesmerized was I What would I give to dance with you? I murmured with a sigh To dance with wild abandon with this Angel from above A hundred birds would sing out loud to watch us Dance To Love by Maria Williams This tribute is an enactment of a vision as told to us by our late Dad, which he maintained he witnessed as a young man. He was an extraordinary orchestral musician and teacher to some world greats. He was accomplished in no less than 18 instruments, his favorites being the lead violin and xylophone (played with 8 hammers). Thank you for listening and watching this video. Copyright © June 2019 Maria Williams Video arrangement, production, direction and compilation: Ron Williams Video editing, sound mixing, graphics: Jayne Hartanto If you like my video please share and subscribe on You Tube POTD 23rd June 2019

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/17/2023 4:42:00 PM

So beautiful Maria, a lovely tribute to your father. I read this poem to the music, loved it… Belle

Peter Dome

Date: 12/6/2020 3:18:00 PM

After watching the video. This is so beautiful and timeless, it could have well been written hundreds of years ago by, the Likes of Shelly or Tennyson, You are just as good. for me, the perfect poem. the flow and content exquisite.A fav.

Peter Dome

Date: 12/6/2020 3:12:00 PM

Bless. what a beautiful tribute to a great man. Exceptionally well written, poetic, and, from the heart. I hope you have a lot of happy memories Maria.We will see our loved ones again, but in a much better place than here. Very moving such a clever man.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 11/23/2020 11:57:00 PM

Your poetry shines jacinth, Maria!! You are a pen bejeweled poetess. This was a transcendent poem of ethereal beauty. An instant fave for sure. I missed reading your poetry, but pleased to have delved into your creative genius again. Love and best wishes for the holiday.

Maria Williams
Date: 11/24/2020 2:56:00 AM

How lovely to see you my dear Freddie. I haven't been on much this year, but from time to time I do post. I wish you the same my friend,all the very best for the coming season and holidays.. I hope next year will bring about the positive changes we are all praying for.Thanks for dropping by, so appreciate of the support....Maria Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/26/2019 8:36:00 AM

Hugs back to you. 0)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/14/2019 9:27:00 AM

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. Also I love how you added the historical context of your dad.

Maria Williams
Date: 8/18/2019 11:01:00 PM

Thank you Rick, I appreciate your lovely comment and support....Maria Hugs

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/30/2019 5:49:00 AM

He played 18 instruments! No wonder you are an artist! Was your mother a singer, poet, or painter? Wow! Wonderfully done!

Maria Williams
Date: 7/30/2019 9:42:00 PM

He did indeed, and our rather large household (8 of us) was always filled with fun and laughter. My mother was the wonderful woman in the background who supported his work all the way. Not a singer or painter, but she did love poetry. Well, I guess I got it from her. Thanks Caren, so glad you liked this visual poem. Working on Part 2 now....Maria Hugs

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 7/19/2019 10:43:00 AM

Excellent and touching tribute to your father. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it,

Maria Williams
Date: 7/22/2019 10:25:00 PM

Thanks for stopping by Ravi, I do appreciate it. So glad you liked this piece....Maria Hugs

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 7/19/2019 9:53:00 AM

What a lovely tribute to your dad. I absolutely loved the image your words created.

Maria Williams
Date: 7/22/2019 10:25:00 PM

Thanks for stopping by Jeanne, I do appreciate it. So glad you liked this piece....Maria Hugs

Ralph Sergi

Date: 7/17/2019 8:22:00 AM

Oh Maria: What a beautiful tribute to your dad. His youthful adventures in music left you a legacy that some children never receive. A musical legacy, no less!

Maria Williams
Date: 7/22/2019 10:27:00 PM

Thank you so much Ralph, that is a lovely thing to say, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. So glad you liked it...Maria Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/5/2019 9:32:00 AM

I seeyou come by your talent honestly. This should be POTD. The highlight of my morning reading.

Maria Williams
Date: 7/8/2019 5:30:00 AM

Thank you so much Rick, It was actually ;)....Maria Hugs

Alexis Y.

Date: 7/1/2019 6:37:00 AM

Wow! Maria, What a beautiful and touching tribute to your father! You have created a masterpiece. I enjoyed this from start to finish. Good content , lovely video and narration. Congratulations on getting the poem of day. It was well deserved:-) Alexis

Maria Williams
Date: 7/8/2019 5:32:00 AM

Thank you so much Alexis, I'm so happy that you liked this. I'm now working on Part 2, a bit of a challenge but it should be good when finished. ...Maria Hugs

Susan Ashley

Date: 6/28/2019 10:04:00 PM

My dear sweet friend, I remember this dazzling tribute poem for your musically gifted Dad. Your love and admiration for your Dad shines through your artistic brilliance and the vibrant beauty of this grand poetic production. The video is an outstanding compliment to your superb and enthralling poetry. Congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTD honors, dearest Maria. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 1:17:00 AM

My dear sweet friend Susan, what a lovely surprise it is always to see you. I did want to get this poem on to honor his English Fathers Day, but that was the day Poetry Soup crashed. Better late than never as they say. It was a joy to see it coming to life. Thank you always for your lovely support and companionship my dear friend. Warmest wishes always to you and yours....Maria Hugs

Robert Lindley

Date: 6/28/2019 3:41:00 PM

Never am I not immensely impressed by your superbly crafted poetry my great friend! This is in every way top flight and beautifully woven poetry! And a fav..

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 1:09:00 AM

Thank you so much Robert my dear friend. I'm so glad that you liked it, coming from one of Poetry Soup's Greats that's a big feather in my cap, and I will always appreciate your support and Faves....Maria Hugs

Carole Duet

Date: 6/27/2019 10:59:00 AM

Just beautiful, Maria. I really enjoyed this one so much and I shared it in my group on Facebook, POETIC JUICE. Your dad must have been such a wonderfully talented and sensitive person. I can imagine how inspiring it must have been to be the daughter of such a sweet man. Also, congrats on a well-deserved POTD! Love it. FAVED! :D

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 12:58:00 AM

Thank you for doing that Carole, you are so sweet . He was indeed both sensitive and talented, it was an interesting childhood, i must say. Thank you also for the fave and lovely comments always . I truly appreciate it my dear friend....Maria Hugs

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 6/27/2019 10:54:00 AM

What a marvel of poetic rapture dearest , Maria! The apotheosis of inspiration! Congratulations! This is poetry at its best!

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 12:50:00 AM

What a wonderful surprise, so lovely to see you my dearest friend. So glad you like this. You have achieved so much in the last few months. You inspire so many, congratulations once more on your inspirational work....Maria xxx

Paul Callus

Date: 6/26/2019 3:24:00 PM

So beautiful, Maria. Your father continues to inspire from heaven. The video is awesome....you have a great team to rely on. ~ Congratulations for p.o.t.d. award. Warm regards // paul

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 12:46:00 AM

My dear Paul, you are getting pretty awesome yourself with your lyrics and music. I loved what you did with yours too. Keep up the great work and thank you for the lovely compliments. Truly appreciated....Maria Hugs

Craig Cornish

Date: 6/25/2019 7:55:00 AM

Magical Maria, an amazing tribute

Maria Williams
Date: 6/29/2019 12:41:00 AM

Thank you Craig....Maria Hugs

Judith S

Date: 6/24/2019 10:24:00 AM

A masterpiece Maria!! Such a beautiful tribute to your father. I especially appreciate the violin accompaniment. And ... congrats on POTD

Maria Williams
Date: 6/25/2019 12:37:00 AM

Hi Judy, so lovely to see you. Wish you'd come back to PS, even if its to post occasionally like I do. Glad you like this my dear sweet friend, you being a music lover would appreciate the work that went into it. I appreciate your support always....Maria Hugs

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 6/24/2019 6:36:00 AM

Just gorgeous! You are obviously your fathers daughter! A wonderful tribute! Hugs...Kim Congrats on POTD!

Maria Williams
Date: 6/25/2019 12:34:00 AM

Thats such a lovely compliment. Thanks so much Kim, I truly appreciate it. So glad you liked it....Maria Hugs

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 6/24/2019 6:15:00 AM

The video and your words are just breathtaking Maria! The Apple does t fall far from the tree! This is such a beautiful tribute to your father. I am putting this divine poem into my faves! Congratulations on your deserving honor of POTD! : ) xxoo

Maria Williams
Date: 6/25/2019 12:32:00 AM

Thank you so very much dear Connie. you pay me such a high compliment, unfortunately in the music field though none of us (8 ) followed in his footsteps. We did try though:) Guess the shoes were too big to fill, Thank you for the visit and sweet comments and fave. I truly appreciate it....Maria Hugs

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 6/24/2019 4:02:00 AM

How could I miss the pleasure of giving you due respect and credit for your astounding gem! Congratulations, dearest Maria, on your POTD .. Worthy of the honour and recognition of your fellow poets and friends.. Always a tremendous pleasure to see you ascending the highest levels of beauty and glee.. warmest wishes, Love and hugs.

Maria Williams
Date: 6/25/2019 12:26:00 AM

Thank you so much for the return visit my dear sweet friend Besma. I truly appreciate your kindness .....Maria Hugs

Constance La France

Date: 6/23/2019 9:54:00 PM

Maria, such a beautiful tribute for your father and wonderfully penned, I loved the video with the male voice and the images, that was truly amazing, congratulations on POTD ~

Maria Williams
Date: 6/24/2019 2:33:00 AM

Thank you so much dear heart, I'm thrilled that it came out as good as we all envisioned. Thanks so much for the visit and appreciating us......Maria Hugs

Brandy Nicole

Date: 6/23/2019 9:51:00 PM

Dear Maria, this beautiful tribute to your father wraps softly around me. Holding these memories so close, to your heart. I know you are. I can feel the love within. The tenderness. He is always with you. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy

Maria Williams
Date: 6/24/2019 2:31:00 AM

Thank you dear Brandy, I'm so glad that you liked it as much as we enjoyed creating it. I appreciate your sweet comment and visit....Maria Hugs

Eve Roper

Date: 6/23/2019 8:57:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD. Excellent like always

Maria Williams
Date: 6/24/2019 2:22:00 AM

Thank you Eve , that's very sweet of you. so glad you liked it my dear. I truly appreciate your visit and comment ....Maria Hugs