For a Friend

A wise and sentimental one
              Who lived and loved some years ago
Had crossed my path along the way
                            As i recall that Autumn day

By happenstance of lucky charm  
        As neighbors, then good friends we were
Though she was of another time
        We found our words would always rhyme

A turning point that was for me
                            A home to call my very own
My life was just about to start
                         Forever called to gift my heart

She taught me not to fear my age
                           As life awaits then passes by
To always laugh and find the sun
                    And share my love with everyone

Though she’s been gone these many years
                   And I’m now where she was in life
I oft remember our exchange
        When my world turns so cold and strange

Of many themes, we’d share our thoughts
         She helped me grow, to find my strength
Yet one remains above them all
                   “Into each life some rain must fall”
 



For Harriett
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Avery Avatar
October 12, 2023 at 5:17 PM
Lovely.
Gentile Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 4:03 AM
Thank you JB, Happy Friday !!
Meadows Avatar
September 4, 2023 at 12:40 AM
A lovely tribute to your friend. Well done.
Gentile Avatar
September 4, 2023 at 3:50 AM
Thank you Jeanette xxoo
Grimm Avatar
September 3, 2023 at 1:53 PM
Eloquent, nice flow and rhyme. Bless
Gentile Avatar
September 4, 2023 at 3:50 AM
Thank you David!!
Lamoureux Avatar
September 1, 2023 at 5:58 AM
This is pretty and sad. The rhyme and flow are exquisite, adding to the mood of this piece. Bravo.
Gentile Avatar
September 1, 2023 at 6:14 AM
Thank you Richard for your kind words, Happy Friday!!
Tor Avatar
August 31, 2023 at 6:46 PM
Nicely done my friend congratulations on receiving such a high honor...
Gentile Avatar
September 1, 2023 at 5:14 AM
Thank you Michael!!!
Rodrigues Avatar
August 28, 2023 at 8:46 PM
So glad this got POTD! Congratulations, Mike!
Gentile Avatar
August 29, 2023 at 4:06 AM
Thank you Kim xxoo
One Avatar
August 28, 2023 at 2:32 PM
At first I thought you were writing this for me, but then i saw you wrote she and then the name Harriet..a lovely dedication to her. I hope she read it.
Gentile Avatar
August 28, 2023 at 2:45 PM
I hope she did too, Silent One, from whatever realm in which she exists !! PS: you are indeed wise and sentimental too!!!
Bowring Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 12:28 PM
A beautiful tribute Mike to a beautiful person. The poem flows so well and is so touching. How blessed are we when someone comes into our life and departs leaving a legacy that can be passed on again and again through memory. More priceless than any money could offer. Thank you for sharing.
Gentile Avatar
August 28, 2023 at 2:43 PM
Thank you Christina, for your kind words!!
Sharma  Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 9:02 AM
This is such a wonderful and beautifully woven piece with nostalgic feelings and heartfelt depth, flows in a mellifluous way.. Love this gorgeously written tribute, heartiest congratulations on POTD..!!
Gentile Avatar
August 28, 2023 at 2:42 PM
Thank you so much Hiya!!!
Toney Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 10:02 PM
Such a beautiful tribute to a friend, Mike. Congratulations on Poem of the Day!
Gentile Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 6:37 AM
Thank you Mark!!
Wolf Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 7:33 PM
Ha, ha, you already said, 'You told me so!' ~ Psychic Sidekick
Gentile Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 6:37 AM
You got it Gershon, a big that's coming your way !!! Happy Sunday!
Nicole Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 6:45 PM
Mike, some years ago, a friend entered my life and my heart. Memories are in the wind now. (I understand how you feel.) Words spoken to me, and I'll always remember: A circle can never be broken. Such a beautiful dedication to your friend. Your thoughts caress softly around me. Congratulations, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Gentile Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 6:36 AM
I love that thought Brandy! Thank you so much for your lovely, warm words xxoo
Anaya Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 6:26 PM
Strong woman figures throughout history, and right next door, you both shared something special, a connection, how lucky both of you were to share words that comforted. Sound words "Into each life some rain must fall" to remember her by. Congratulations on your POTD Mike Gentle! She is now in our hearts, we are witnessing. xhugsx ~Anaya
Gentile Avatar
August 27, 2023 at 6:35 AM
You said it so sweetly, thank you so much Anaya xxoo
Downing  Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 2:06 PM
This is just such a beautiful and melodic tribute. I absolutely love it! Big congrats on potd, Mike. A fave :)
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 5:19 PM
Thank you so much Akkina xxoo
Goldsmith Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 1:15 PM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful write. "Happy Saturday" Have a great weekend writing away............
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 5:20 PM
Happy Saturday, thank you Paula xxoo
Buehler Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 12:45 PM
Warmest congratulations on your POTD, for this wonderful tribute, Mike. :)
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 5:20 PM
Evelyn, thank you so much!!
Buhagiar Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 12:31 PM
My congratulations on your POTD.
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 5:21 PM
Thank you Victor!
Darnell Sr Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:43 AM
Mike, an exquisite, well-crafted poem. Harriet sure had some classiness and had a special man you are. I enjoyed this very much and needed to read something of a crispness to it. I love these lines here; She taught me not to fear my age As life awaits, then passes by To always laugh and find the sun And share my love with everyone. Tremendous lines and resonates. Congratulations on POTD, Mike. This deserved this status. Fav too, Mike! Have a Great Day, and Best Wishes, William
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 12:02 PM
William, thank you so much for your kind words!!
Turner Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:31 AM
Always the poet, Mike. Congratulations for a well deserved POTD.
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Thank you Daniel!!
Andresen Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:28 AM
- Really beautifully written, Mike :) - Congratulations on yours p.o.t.d. :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Thank you so much Anne-Lise xxoo
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August 26, 2023 at 10:20 AM
Unfortunately these wonderful people are only fleeting in our lives Mike, yet they leave an indelible mark on us, a fine tribute to your friend, congratulations on a very deserving POTD, cheers David
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Thanks so much David!!
Allison Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 9:26 AM
what a wonderful tribute, , sure wish i had had someone to guide me like her. Many congrats on POTD, hugs jan xx
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:59 AM
Thank you so much Jan xxoo
Baker Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 7:18 AM
Wonderful tribute poem to Harriett, Mike. You were fortunate to have a quality person like Harriett in your life. Well-written poem as usual, my friend. Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:58 AM
I was indeed fortunate Bill! Thanks so much!!
Fowler Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 6:52 AM
So melodic in reading with love and feeling. Marvelous tribute to Harriett Mike. So softly sweet! Congratulations! :)
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:57 AM
Linda, thanks so much!
May Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 6:17 AM
A tribute to friendship and good neighbors, Congrats on POTD Mike
Gentile Avatar
August 26, 2023 at 11:56 AM
Thank you Joseph!!
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