Enthusiasm

Enthusiasm
pandemonium
erupts when he comes
home from deployment;
soldier on furlough.

Swiftly bum-rushed 
by wife and kids,
which took him by 
surprise indeed!

His dog, "Chooks,"
joined in, too
Family...

of five
sure missed...

Dad.

Write A Poem About Enthusiasm Poetry Contest (Winner: 2nd Place)
Sponsored by Caren Krutsinger
Date written: 06/21/2020
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020


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Date: 7/6/2020 8:17:00 PM
What a wonderful picture of an enthusiastic reunion - dog too! Congratulations and blessings my friend!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/6/2020 9:03:00 PM
Thank you so much, Sam:-) Blessings to you as well!
Date: 7/5/2020 8:47:00 AM
I am glad I read this delightful heartwarming muse of yours Edward. Nothing can match the enthusiasm of a father returning home. This is lovely. Congratulations on your splendid win my friend. God bless you. Keep writing and inspiring :)
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 7/5/2020 9:08:00 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement, dear Aditi:-) Most obliged.
Date: 6/21/2020 5:31:00 PM
Hello Edward, that is a very warm welcom from the family. Enjoy your evening my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 6/22/2020 1:23:00 PM
Hello Edward, a hot humid day today, i am enjoying summer. I hope you have a nice day my friend.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/21/2020 6:03:00 PM
Thanks for the comments and visit, Darlene:-) Enjoy your day as well, my friend!
Date: 6/21/2020 12:16:00 PM
Wonderful entry and so great for father's day. Bless you, dear friend and fellow poet. .. Much love and blessings sent your way, Gina
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/21/2020 2:54:00 PM
Thank you for visiting, Gina:-) I appreciate the positive comments. Have a blessed day, my friend!
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