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

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

Date: 8/23/2018 5:29:00 PM

Congratulations on your win. I like the rhythm of this and message.

Charles Messina
Date: 8/27/2018 10:04:00 PM

Thank you so much, Susan!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/22/2018 3:10:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 10:05:00 PM

Yes, Connie. Let's hope! Thank you so much :)

Virginia Waters

Date: 8/22/2018 2:04:00 AM

Absolutely agree with Gershon- love it. Congrats on winning place.

Charles Messina
Date: 8/27/2018 10:06:00 PM

Thank you so much, Virginia! I really appreciate that!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/21/2018 9:24:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 10:08:00 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

Date: 8/21/2018 9:03:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 10:11:00 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

Date: 8/21/2018 4:55:00 PM

This is wonderful Charles! I love it, a fave! Congratulations on your win! :)) xomo!

Charles Messina
Date: 8/27/2018 10:13:00 PM

Thank you so much, Maureen! I so much appreciate the fact that you have fave'd this. :) XOCM!

Curtis Moorman

Date: 8/21/2018 3:06:00 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
Date: 8/27/2018 10:15:00 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

Date: 7/20/2018 3:56:00 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
Date: 7/20/2018 4:24:00 PM

What a wonderful compliment, Brandy! Thank you so much...have a beautiful weekend! ~ Charlie

Barry Stebbings

Date: 7/19/2018 7:02:00 AM

Very touching, Charles. Sometimes what we leave behind has more value than what we live. // Barry

Charles Messina
Date: 7/19/2018 7:54:00 AM

Yes, there is so much more left behind other than just memories...Thanks for the visit. // Charles

Lyric Man

Date: 7/18/2018 3:44:00 AM

Charles, interesting angle and a fabulous hypothetical tribute to your friends.. I like it!

Charles Messina
Date: 7/18/2018 7:19:00 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

Date: 7/17/2018 4:44:00 PM

A wonderful dedication to your friends, Charles, love the flow the rhythm, everything about it..

Charles Messina
Date: 7/18/2018 7:14:00 AM

Thank you, Harry! I appreciate your kind words...have a great day...stay healthy!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 7/17/2018 2:35:00 PM

Gorgeously written, a beautiful missive that rises to the occasion in many ways. Good luck, Charles. You have nailed this.

Charles Messina
Date: 7/17/2018 3:15:00 PM

Thank you very much, Caren! As always, thank you for your support and GL wishes...Charlie

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/17/2018 9:41:00 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
Date: 7/17/2018 3:13:00 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

Date: 7/17/2018 9:33:00 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
Date: 7/17/2018 3:09:00 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

Date: 7/17/2018 6:53:00 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
Date: 7/17/2018 6:58:00 AM

What a wonderful comment, Paris-Maree. I am blessed and honored to have you as a friend...Thank you, Charlie Love-n-hugs :)