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Words On The Go - playfully plying wordplay A Reverse Rant, not averse to a terse verse sublime rhymes of the times, no Writer's Block to unlock a poem off the shelf To My Teenage Self Who Would I Bring Back? We the People, our Secret Selves The Transcendent Ms Vincent beckons Morris the Thesaurus Tortoise to leave his shell and ride Arabians to Zebras and write Cities of Sonnets, Graduations, Fascinations, alliterations and Heartache's Milkshakes that take the cake it's the Little Things that give her wings as dulcet words awake and sing we open our peepers For The Silence Keepers Dressing Up Silly Words to spring forth, sing forth, bring forth her streams of Dreams and April themes of Pondering Poetry or Roses Of Agony A Kindness where once was Emptiness: Two Roses, a September Serenade of Green Anniversaries made a parade for the maid in the waylaid shade uncommon comments - the recipe is reciprocity Her Legacy, Her Epitaph: a tear, a smile, a laugh you write of The Stars - of this mystical, magical, mythical, metaphysical wonderful world of whirled words If Only You Knew you help us to see what Poems Can Be // In tribute to the inimitable style of our wonderful poetess and Solitary Scribbler, Michelle Faulkner, in honor of Your Birthday on the 8th day of this Brief November: thank you, my artistry sibling, for your "rage of kindness, blinding your grieving ghosts". Keep writing and inspiring ~ John] [Capitalized words are titles of poems by Michelle]

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Date: 11/9/2020 3:17:00 PM
Such a wonderful gift ... a blessing and inspiration. God bless you
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John Watt
Date: 11/9/2020 4:29:00 PM
Thank you for stopping by today, Gina. Blessings to you ~ John
Date: 11/9/2020 1:06:00 PM
wow what a poetic tribute to Michelle, it must have taken so much time to create this masterpiece using some of her titles:-) hugs jan xx
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John Watt
Date: 11/9/2020 2:02:00 PM
Aw, thanks for the affirmation my friend! It was a joy to do. Hugs ~ John
Date: 11/9/2020 10:39:00 AM
Wow John, you did a splendid job of including the titles of Michelle’s poems. I wish her a very happy birthday. She has a unique style that is immediately recognizable. I so enjoy her poetry and you know how much of a fan of your poetry I am as well. This is a lovely tribute. Blessings Connie xxoo
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John Watt
Date: 11/9/2020 11:07:00 AM
Thank you for the read and lovely comment, dear friend. Yes, she has a wonderfully unique style. If only I had the time to write poems for all my Soup friends... Enjoy your day ~ John
Date: 11/9/2020 12:29:00 AM
WoW! John, You have penned such a “heartfelt “ birthday poem for Michelle. It was so thoughtful of you to pen this gem. The soup is a much better community because you are apart of it:-) Alexis
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John Watt
Date: 11/9/2020 12:55:00 AM
Thank you Alexis, what a very thoughtful thing to say ~ John
Date: 11/8/2020 1:08:00 PM
wow, I think we should crown you the king of tribute poetry. You study the person out and then praise them with poetry right up their alley. Wonderful work, John. You are a special Soup poet who gives such genuine support to his friends. Keep up all your good work!
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John Watt
Date: 11/9/2020 4:00:00 PM
You both are too kind. If that is my crown, I shall wear it with honor.
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Jan Allison
Date: 11/9/2020 1:08:00 PM
I wonder will you be happy to have that title ... as i am the Queen of Poop!... long live King John, i agree with Andrea you are one of the nicest most genuine poet on soup:-) hugs jan xx
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John Watt
Date: 11/8/2020 10:10:00 PM
Uh, I don't think I've earned 'king' of anything, but it's sweet of you to say so. Thank you for the high compliments and inspiring comment. As I've said below, Michelle has been a great friend. ~ John
Date: 11/8/2020 9:05:00 AM
You must have made Michelle cry, with such a breathtaking, touching poem for her Birthday. I can understand that it must have been one of her best Birthday gifts. You are a thoughtful and generous poet on soup, I have always maintained so. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer Jennifr.
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John Watt
Date: 11/8/2020 10:08:00 PM
Well, I've made people cry before, but usually for different reasons, haha! She's a very special poetess here at Soup, and has been a generous friend. I'm grateful for your kind words, Jennifer. Hugs and blessings to you ~ John
Date: 11/8/2020 7:12:00 AM
This is such an amazing birthday gift, John, and you are such a thoughtful and generous person, I will smile all day now! Faving, of course
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John Watt
Date: 11/8/2020 8:41:00 AM
You are an amazing poetess and a wonderful friend. Glad I could bring a smile to your special day. Enjoy the day!
Date: 11/8/2020 12:46:00 AM
Beautiful birthday tribute John, very creative. I hope she has a wonderful day. Tom
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John Watt
Date: 11/8/2020 8:40:00 AM
Thank you, Tom.

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