Charles Messina Poet Rhyme

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Hopefully this is not my last poem. But if it is...thanks for being there for me friends!

Farewell

When my pen runs dry 
And my long life ends 
I'll write a poem 
To all of my friends...
 
For them to read 
Anywhere, anytime of the day 
To cheer them up 
Make things okay
 
I would not write 
A poem about me 
I'd write about them 
For others to see
 
How wonderful they were 
And to me - what they meant 
My guardian angels 
That were heaven sent
 
They picked me up 
when I would fall 
Thank you, my friends 
My love...to you all
 
So, if this is the last...
Of the poems that I write 
I'll lay down with a smile 
Then...I'll turn out the light

My Muse, Mortal Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Gregory Barden (The Bard) 
7/17/3018

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Susan Gentry August 23, 2018 at 5:29 PM Congratulations on your win. I like the rhythm of this and message. Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:04 PM Thank you so much, Susan!

Connie Marcum Wong August 22, 2018 at 3:10 AM Let's hope the lights stay on for many more years Charles! A wonderful poem with a sincere message to all. Congratulations on your fourth placement! : ) Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:05 PM Yes, Connie. Let's hope! Thank you so much :)

Virginia Waters August 22, 2018 at 2:04 AM Absolutely agree with Gershon- love it. Congrats on winning place. Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:06 PM Thank you so much, Virginia! I really appreciate that!

Gershon Wolf August 21, 2018 at 9:24 PM My favorite read in the entire contest, Charles. Simple yet eloquent verse. Says all that needs to be said. Just right! Congrats on your win in the contest. ~ gw Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:08 PM Well Gershon, as I am just getting back to things here on the soup, I haven't got around to reading up on everyone's yet. But I have read some and they are all terrific. I really appreciate your kind words. Thank you ~Charlie

Gregory Richard Barden August 21, 2018 at 9:03 PM This is so charming and whimsical, Charles, and left me with a smile on my face ... created with care and wit and rhythm, it is a joy from start to finish, and a poem to be proud of! Sincere congratulations on your FOURTH PLACE in the 'My Muse, Mortal' Poetry Contest - blessings, my friend! :-) Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:11 PM Thank you so much, Greg! I so much appreciate the placement in your wonderful contest. This must have been tough to judge but I have to agree with your choice for the 1st place...Sandra did a beautiful job on this... Thanks again my dear friend Blessings :-)

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart August 21, 2018 at 4:55 PM This is wonderful Charles! I love it, a fave! Congratulations on your win! :)) xomo! Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:13 PM Thank you so much, Maureen! I so much appreciate the fact that you have fave'd this. :) XOCM!

Curtis Moorman August 21, 2018 at 3:06 AM Great write, Charlie, and I'm pleased to call you my friend. The bond is strong and lasting. Congrats on your win. Charles Messina August 27, 2018 at 10:15 PM Thank You, Curtis, the bond of friendship only gets stronger between us. I am very proud and honored to be your friend!

Brandy Nicole July 20, 2018 at 3:56 PM You have a good heart, and it shines around each and every word your pen has written. Such a wonderful tribute. Your thoughts will always touch the wind. This I believe. ~ Brandy Charles Messina July 20, 2018 at 4:24 PM What a wonderful compliment, Brandy! Thank you so much...have a beautiful weekend! ~ Charlie

Barry Stebbings July 19, 2018 at 7:02 AM Very touching, Charles. Sometimes what we leave behind has more value than what we live. // Barry Charles Messina July 19, 2018 at 7:54 AM Yes, there is so much more left behind other than just memories...Thanks for the visit. // Charles

Lyric Man July 18, 2018 at 3:44 AM Charles, interesting angle and a fabulous hypothetical tribute to your friends.. I like it! Charles Messina July 18, 2018 at 7:19 AM Thank you, LM! My friends date back to my childhood, believe it or not, I still get together with friends I've known from grammar school. Many friends here too, including you! Have a great day!

Harry Horsman July 17, 2018 at 4:44 PM A wonderful dedication to your friends, Charles, love the flow the rhythm, everything about it.. Charles Messina July 18, 2018 at 7:14 AM Thank you, Harry! I appreciate your kind words...have a great day...stay healthy!

Caren Krutsinger July 17, 2018 at 2:35 PM Gorgeously written, a beautiful missive that rises to the occasion in many ways. Good luck, Charles. You have nailed this. Charles Messina July 17, 2018 at 3:15 PM Thank you very much, Caren! As always, thank you for your support and GL wishes...Charlie

Tom Cunningham July 17, 2018 at 9:41 AM A lovely dedication that you wrote for your friends Charles, and I hope you wont be reading that out anytime soon. Good luck. Tom Charles Messina July 17, 2018 at 3:13 PM Thank you Tom, and also, my friend. Your words are very kind...Thanks for the luck as well...I hope you will be here as well...We need your wonderful writes here :) Charles

Emile Pinet July 17, 2018 at 9:33 AM The magic that exist in your life is personified in the closeness you feel with your friends, each a treasure you will be grateful for forever. Emile. Charles Messina July 17, 2018 at 3:09 PM WOW, beautifully said Emile! You are right...friends are as precious as the finest jewels to me. Whether it be a long life, newly met or even an internet friend. I will gratefully treasure them...forever! All the best, Charlie

Paris-Maree Boreham July 17, 2018 at 6:53 AM NOOOOOOO don't go!!!!!!!!! you are not allowed to go anywhere charles messina me and all the other poets won't let you ! lol Charles Messina July 17, 2018 at 6:58 AM What a wonderful comment, Paris-Maree. I am blessed and honored to have you as a friend...Thank you, Charlie Love-n-hugs :)