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Goodbye and Thanks

Goodbye fellow Poetry Soupers It’s time to change my ways, Time to adjust my life for the Coming longer, milder days. There are weeds to be pulled, Seeds to be sown, Hedges to be clipped, Grass to be mown, Walks to be walked, Friends to be seen, Places to be revisited, New places I’ve not been. Winter sloth is over Time for life to get back underway Time again to start achieving My ten thousand steps a day. Time to get back more To the way things have been Time to spend less hours Before an Apple monitor screen. So, goodbye fellow , Soupers, I've really enjoyed my stay But all things in time must end. It's time for me to be on my way.

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Sam Kauffman

Date: 2/2/2023 9:27:00 AM

Terry, congratulations on your POTD. Yes, being a part of this community is a commitment and we have to make choices about how to use this precious gift of time. You will be missed. I hope that some time, in the future, you will experience something that will cause you to once again pick your pen and share it on the soup. Blessings on your journey.

David Smith

Date: 1/28/2023 10:40:00 PM

I know what you mean about garden, Terry It is the same down under with neglected gardens everywhere. Yet the value of well tended gardens should never be underestimated. our garden was a godsend during COVID restrictions in more ways than one. Also very good of you to write this poem before you looked away from the screen. I will try to read more of your work already posted in-between my gardening, friends etc. best regards David in NZ If or when you post again we hope for a gardening poem.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/27/2023 8:46:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD, Terry! We must enjoy real life!

Jeanette Brewin

Date: 1/26/2023 10:38:00 PM

A funny poem. Enjoy your walks and time with your friends. Congratulations on your POTD.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 1/26/2023 5:50:00 PM

Terry, enjoy your time away. Moments in life are more important than starring at a screen for hours and hours. Have fun with family and friends. (We'll be here waiting when you return). Sometimes, a break is good for your muse. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Deb M

Date: 1/26/2023 5:39:00 PM

Congratulations on your well deserved POTD Terry. I hope you are not leaving permanently as l would miss your clever, witty and very funny poems. I love your humour Terry( it must be a Terry thing as Terry Flood is very funny also) Your poems brighten my day! Enjoy your break and COME BACK!!! Haha….Debx

Michael Tor

Date: 1/26/2023 4:52:00 PM

Terry we can all use a break from time totime, I just came back from mine. Enjoy your time off but don't forget to stop back by. Best wishes on your journey and a big congratulations for receiving POTD

Terry Flood

Date: 1/26/2023 4:50:00 PM

Last spring I was mowing my lawn and worrying about where my daffies would be starting to sprout. It caused me to ‘head- write’ what I thought was a not-half-bad poem about squirrels remembering where all their nuts are but humans can’t remember a few bulbs they put in. Unfortunately, I forgot almost every word and never did recreate it. My point is, something will plant a seed in your head and maybe you’ll be back sooner than you think. Till then, all the best, Terry. Terry.

John Watt

Date: 1/26/2023 4:26:00 PM

Terry, I can sure relate to the walks to be walked and especially the weeds to be pulled! Hope you make your way back for a visit from time to time. Congrats for your POTD... fair winds and following seas ~ John

Susan Lawrence

Date: 1/26/2023 3:51:00 PM

Congratulations on POTD and a lovely farewell for now . Enjoy each nuance you desire in life . All best wishes on journey. Susan :)

Harry Horsman

Date: 1/26/2023 3:19:00 PM

Congratulations Terry, for this well deserved POTD...Harry

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 1/26/2023 2:16:00 PM

Congratulations Terry for your POTD adieu. I know myself that at times we need to get outside and away from the computer. Have an inspiring break and see you on your return. Farewell but not forever, SuZ

Jim Slaughter

Date: 1/26/2023 10:41:00 AM

You may be surprised, Terry. I thought I was through with this group a couple of years ago, but here I am again. I hope you may do the same, in time. So long 'til then and congrats on a great farewell piece.

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/26/2023 9:06:00 AM

Congratulations for POTD :)

Bill Baker

Date: 1/26/2023 8:41:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. Terry. It sad to see anyone leave poetry soup. but things do come into form and out of form. Blessings on your many journeys, my friend. Live long and prosper! A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 1/26/2023 8:38:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. Yes, there are things we need to take care of, but I am sure we will enjoy your poems time to time. Best wishes ~ Mala

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/26/2023 8:07:00 AM

I will read many more poetries of the day from you, I am sure. With this sentiment, I bid you a bye. Congratulations on your POTD.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 1/26/2023 7:04:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. Fall 2022 I was off for months because of pain~I could not sit. I was so happy when I could get back. I missed this more than word can say. Hope to see you from time to time. Have a blessed day/time off.............

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 1/26/2023 6:47:00 AM

A poet's heart beats in silence, his pen can't be quieted for long :). Congratulations on the honor of your POTD Terry. Linda Alice

Janice Canerdy

Date: 1/26/2023 6:44:00 AM

Terry, this piece well deserves the title POTD. CONGRATS! Janice

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/26/2023 6:09:00 AM

What a graceful farewell, Terry. Really a wonderful piece of poetry --- except maybe you want to keep your little pinky finger in the pie: You know, maybe sit down for 45 minutes one day a week and write something to stir our hearts again! Here's wishing you a happy, healthy 10,000 steps a day! Best wishes, Gershon

John Lawless

Date: 1/26/2023 5:29:00 AM

Well Terry, perhaps you could stop occasionally and drop us a postcard, a brief Haiku, a Limerick, just to check in. I enjoyed your poem, both humorous and sternly stoic.

Terry Ireland
Date: 1/26/2023 6:07:00 AM

Thanks John. Just taking a breather - I enjoy PS too much to leaver permanently Will just not be publishing fo0r a while.

Charles Messina

Date: 1/26/2023 5:15:00 AM

Enjoy your time away, Terry. We all suspect that we will see you and your great poetry again. Farewell my friend.. Nice way to say good-bye too! POTD! YAY! All the best.. Charlie

Terry Ireland
Date: 1/26/2023 6:08:00 AM

Thanks Charlie =as Arnie said I shall be back

Mike Gentile

Date: 1/26/2023 5:04:00 AM

Congratulations Terry on your POTD honors, enjoy your day!!

Terry Ireland
Date: 1/26/2023 6:08:00 AM

Thanks Mike

Tania Kitchin

Date: 1/26/2023 3:42:00 AM

Terry, well penned, congratulations on POTD!

Terry Ireland
Date: 1/26/2023 4:41:00 AM

Thanks Tania