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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

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Jb Avery

Date: 10/12/2023 5:17:00 PM

Lovely.

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:03:00 AM

Thank you JB, Happy Friday !!

Jeanette Brewin

Date: 9/4/2023 12:40:00 AM

A lovely tribute to your friend. Well done.

Mike Gentile
Date: 9/4/2023 3:50:00 AM

Thank you Jeanette xxoo

David Grimm

Date: 9/3/2023 1:53:00 PM

Eloquent, nice flow and rhyme. Bless

Mike Gentile
Date: 9/4/2023 3:50:00 AM

Thank you David!!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/1/2023 5:58:00 AM

This is pretty and sad. The rhyme and flow are exquisite, adding to the mood of this piece. Bravo.

Mike Gentile
Date: 9/1/2023 6:14:00 AM

Thank you Richard for your kind words, Happy Friday!!

Michael Tor

Date: 8/31/2023 6:46:00 PM

Nicely done my friend congratulations on receiving such a high honor...

Mike Gentile
Date: 9/1/2023 5:14:00 AM

Thank you Michael!!!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/28/2023 8:46:00 PM

So glad this got POTD! Congratulations, Mike!

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/29/2023 4:06:00 AM

Thank you Kim xxoo

Silent One

Date: 8/28/2023 2:32:00 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.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/28/2023 2:45:00 PM

I hope she did too, Silent One, from whatever realm in which she exists !! PS: you are indeed wise and sentimental too!!!

Christina Bowring

Date: 8/27/2023 12:28:00 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.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/28/2023 2:43:00 PM

Thank you Christina, for your kind words!!

Hiya Sharma

Date: 8/27/2023 9:02:00 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..!!

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/28/2023 2:42:00 PM

Thank you so much Hiya!!!

Mark Toney

Date: 8/26/2023 10:02:00 PM

Such a beautiful tribute to a friend, Mike. Congratulations on Poem of the Day!

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/27/2023 6:37:00 AM

Thank you Mark!!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/26/2023 7:33:00 PM

Ha, ha, you already said, 'You told me so!' ~ Psychic Sidekick

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/27/2023 6:37:00 AM

You got it Gershon, a big that's coming your way !!! Happy Sunday!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/26/2023 6:45:00 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

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/27/2023 6:36:00 AM

I love that thought Brandy! Thank you so much for your lovely, warm words xxoo

I Am Anaya

Date: 8/26/2023 6:26:00 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

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/27/2023 6:35:00 AM

You said it so sweetly, thank you so much Anaya xxoo

Akkina Downing

Date: 8/26/2023 2:06:00 PM

This is just such a beautiful and melodic tribute. I absolutely love it! Big congrats on potd, Mike. A fave :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 5:19:00 PM

Thank you so much Akkina xxoo

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/26/2023 1:15:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful write. "Happy Saturday" Have a great weekend writing away............

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 5:20:00 PM

Happy Saturday, thank you Paula xxoo

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 8/26/2023 12:45:00 PM

Warmest congratulations on your POTD, for this wonderful tribute, Mike. :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 5:20:00 PM

Evelyn, thank you so much!!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/26/2023 12:31:00 PM

My congratulations on your POTD.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 5:21:00 PM

Thank you Victor!

William Darnell Sr.

Date: 8/26/2023 11:43:00 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

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 12:02:00 PM

William, thank you so much for your kind words!!

Daniel Turner

Date: 8/26/2023 11:31:00 AM

Always the poet, Mike. Congratulations for a well deserved POTD.

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 12:00:00 PM

Thank you Daniel!!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/26/2023 11:28:00 AM

- Really beautifully written, Mike :) - Congratulations on yours p.o.t.d. :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 12:00:00 PM

Thank you so much Anne-Lise xxoo

David Kavanagh

Date: 8/26/2023 10:20:00 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

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 11:59:00 AM

Thanks so much David!!

Jan Allison

Date: 8/26/2023 9:26:00 AM

what a wonderful tribute, , sure wish i had had someone to guide me like her. Many congrats on POTD, hugs jan xx

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 11:59:00 AM

Thank you so much Jan xxoo

Bill Baker

Date: 8/26/2023 7:18:00 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

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 11:58:00 AM

I was indeed fortunate Bill! Thanks so much!!

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/26/2023 6:52:00 AM

So melodic in reading with love and feeling. Marvelous tribute to Harriett Mike. So softly sweet! Congratulations! :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 11:57:00 AM

Linda, thanks so much!

Joseph May

Date: 8/26/2023 6:17:00 AM

A tribute to friendship and good neighbors, Congrats on POTD Mike

Mike Gentile
Date: 8/26/2023 11:56:00 AM

Thank you Joseph!!