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If only the moon's diminution of the Sun Could eclipse the hate humanity has spun What a miracle of Nature THAT would be One that wouldn't cause any harm to see So maybe it's a warning, the corona of red That we may see much darker times ahead Or perhaps a revelation that wisdom brings That ALL life hangs on diaphanous strings It is rare, indeed, with the sun in its shroud But rarer, still, this grand life we're endowed.

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Edward Mccall

Date: 9/1/2017 7:56:00 AM

Such wisdom to be found here in such a small piece of writing if you do not place with this poem something is amiss. Good luck in the contest.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/1/2017 10:11:00 PM

Thank you very much, Edward, I greatly appreciate that! It did NOT place, however, but I don't take those things personally, as it's all about what that particular sponsor likes, and clearly this didn't resound. Blessings, friend! :-)

Anisha Dutta

Date: 8/25/2017 11:35:00 PM

So nicely composed. Wish you best for contest.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/26/2017 3:34:00 PM

Thank you so much, Anisha - I greatly appreciate that! :-)

Janis Medders Tobechi

Date: 8/23/2017 4:48:00 PM

This is great Greg. You have captured the essence of the eclipse and the reasons why. Very well written.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/24/2017 6:31:00 PM

Thank you so much, Janis - I so appreciate it, my friend! God bless! :-)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/23/2017 2:57:00 AM

Your poem is in tune with what we need to focus upon. An outstanding piece Greg!: )

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/24/2017 6:31:00 PM

Thank you so much, my friend ... blessings to you! :-) <3

Vicki Acquah

Date: 8/23/2017 1:37:00 AM

OH My "well done" ?only the mind of a poet.. I am feeling it.. as to maybe we are two poets communicating in the 21st, History will speak of "while the world was fighting We knew what the eclipse STOOD for. Be BLESSED. AFTET READING THIS I WILL CHERISH YOUR COMMENT .??

Vicki Acquah
Date: 8/23/2017 1:38:00 AM

After

Russell Sivey

Date: 8/22/2017 4:36:00 AM

Wow, what an awesome write this is Greg! I truly loved reading this stunning poem this morning! Your use of the eclipse for your message was very good, "diminution"...love it! You have written a spectacular and remarkable piece, I thought it to be a wondrous poem! Great Work my friend!!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/22/2017 7:14:00 PM

Many kind thanks, Russell, your opinion is very important to me, my friend ... glad you liked this one. I generally stay away from big social "events", but where this had to do with celestial objects (and hate) I couldn't resist. Thanks again, Buddy!

Darren White

Date: 8/22/2017 1:05:00 AM

Wow my friend! My boyfriend and I were chatting a little yesterday right before the eclipse, he was excited. After all the fear and misery this was something beutiful. Thanks for sharing :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/22/2017 3:15:00 AM

Thanks, my friend, so very appreciated. Does this mean you're feeling a bit better? I pray that is so ... blessings, Harif. <3

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 8/21/2017 2:41:00 PM

An excellent poem w/mighty fine sentiments I share, Greg. Expertly expressed w/a deft pen. And since I pride myself on being a wordsmith ... anytime you can artfully insert the word "diaphanous" in a poem, you're really good as a poet. Love the title and the attendant subject. Splendid write, bro. Love and more love to you and yours.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/21/2017 2:47:00 PM

Very pleased you enjoyed this, Brother ... just wrote it on a whim this morning, thinking of how crazy we all get over things OTHER than what we should be focused on - shedding hatred and embracing love - seems our priorities are a bit skewed. We MUST give love and kindness our true attention, or we're doomed. Blessings, my friend, and thank you for your kindness - much love and respect!

Maureen McGreavy The Insolent Rib

Date: 8/21/2017 10:28:00 AM

A perfect pen my friend. Into the fave vault this gem. xomo :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/21/2017 2:28:00 PM

Thank you kindly, Maureen ... so very much appreciated! :-)

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/21/2017 10:06:00 AM

Good one Greg! There was an eclipse yesterday. I missed it.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/21/2017 2:31:00 PM

So sorry you missed it, Heidi ... only about 60% where I am, but it was kinda cool. Wish I had been in an area of totality, as the last one we had here was when I was very small (1960?). Glad you enjoyed the poem, my friend! :-)

Winged Warrior

Date: 8/21/2017 9:42:00 AM

Very ecliptic of you lol...a special event and special poem...god bless...^WW^

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/21/2017 2:33:00 PM

lol - thank you, my friend - only about 60% where I am, but it was fun! Blessings, W2! :-)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/21/2017 9:33:00 AM

Such beautiful rhyme and rhythm--very timely poem, Greg!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 8/21/2017 2:33:00 PM

You are very kind with your comments, Vijay - thank you so much, my friend! :-)