George Gordon Lord Byron

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While browsing in a second hand book store The blue cover of your book caught my eye. Your first edition then guided my path Into reading your wondrous words of love. Quite new to the engagement of your works I stood reading as near an hour flew by. I became enthralled and mesmerized too. Your classic speech bared salubrious style. As the longing in your words permeate, Your philosophy of life and living. This be my pattern to which I succumb Trying to emulate words of your song. Trying to guild my words into flowing Into gifts I never dreamed to possess. I felt this magical pull emanate To venerate psalms that dwell in my heart. 6-1-17 Blank Verse II - Poetry Contest Sponsor Janice Canerdy

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Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/15/2016 9:09:00 AM

Hi Connie, good luck in the contest. This is a winner no matter what happens in the contest. I agree that Lord Byron's poetry has stood the test of time. It still means as much to the reader now as it did in days gone by. In this excellent piece one can actually feel the love of the poet and his work. Just know, whatever happens in the contest you have a winner. You always are a winner with your poetry. This is a definite seven. Hugs....Mike. XX

CayCay Jennings

Date: 8/13/2016 6:01:00 PM

I was of a similar mind, but didn't write it, at least not yet - my hero was Thoreau who I came to know researching his life for a report in the 11th grade. You gave poetry lick for poetry lick in this tribute to Byron. Wouldn't it be cool if years from now someone was writing such about you? You never know! Beautimous and lovely. Poetry and friendship hugs ...CayCay

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 8/13/2016 11:05:00 PM

Several poets have written lovely poems for me. That means more than anything because I know the poets CayCay. Thank you for your lovely words about this poem. Lord Byron is my favorite poet. I will look forward to reading your entry CayCay. ; )

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/12/2016 12:22:00 AM

Connie, I think yours is better than mine. HOpe you make the winners' list!!!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 8/12/2016 4:55:00 PM

With a hundred entries...I doubt it very much. I will go check yours out. Thank you for the encouraging words. Oh, I just remembered, you wrote about poetry changing your life too. I liked your entry. Who knows? ; )

John Fleming

Date: 8/11/2016 4:42:00 PM

I remember reading somewhere once what some famous writer did so ably remark upon: "A great poet brings us into their lives...And lets us see what they themselves see". No one has done it better than Byron! I suspect he would be rather pleased and surprised to find that nearly 200 years after his premature death he was still loved and venerated. I think he would have given a slow, broad smile and a humble nod at your worthy poem, Connie. All my very best as always. :) john

Joanna Daniel

Date: 8/11/2016 4:15:00 AM

"To venerate psalms that dwell in my heart." - A beauty of a line:) Great change that sure has impressed me:)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 8/11/2016 8:51:00 PM

Thank you Jo. It is difficult to put his book down once I begin reading. My eyes start blurring so I stop. I appreciate your lovely comment. ; )

Lynn Marie

Date: 8/10/2016 10:27:00 PM

This is beautifully written, feels like a note of immense gratitude for what "George Gordon" brought to your life. I love the feel, your language.. just lovely...an amazing perfect fit to the contest...my best to you.:-) blessings, lynn

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 8/11/2016 8:48:00 PM

Thank you very much Lynn. He is my favorite poet and certainly did begin my journey into writing poetry. His words are so inspiring. Blessings to you too Lynn. ; )