How Do I See You

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This poem was the result of a poetrysoup chat in the chatroom. Both Tim and Darren have shown such warth and kindness to others, I thought this should be celebrated!

How Do I See You

People often wonder
How they are perceived
Some think they're kind and nice
When really they are filled with greed

Some are selfish and self-righteous fools
A few think their beauty is mascara in blue
Some feel that de meaning others makes them upright
They usually run, when challenged to the fight

So now the question comes down to this
How do I see you Sir or do you wish to stay in bliss
You are not normal, that’s for sure
You may suffer from emotions’ scares

Your pain may be physical and intense as a hot star
So no you’re not normal, you can’t fly away
Too many look up to you
For your noble and kind ways

You give comfort and solace to those in need
Your kindness exceeds even a Rich kings largest decree
You are an engineer and builder of dreams
Reaching out to people with compassion, sometimes unseen

You belong in the kingdom of heaven
I do believe they have an all Irish bar section!
Its there we can share a brew or maybe a few
Laughing at those who live downstairs in hotter pews

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017



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Date: 4/10/2017 11:39:00 PM
It's great observation of people s behaviour. They wish to show what they aren't and acting veils them. Kindly assess my works I've just joined
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Date: 4/7/2017 12:17:00 AM
This is a very entertaining poem...though there's a lot of truth there too. I just love the last line. And, congrats on making the "Best New Poems" list. P.S. I'm coming back to your chatroom one of these crazy 'ol nights. ;-)
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Date: 3/29/2017 8:06:00 AM
Hello Arthur, Belated congratulations on POTD for this fabulous write. Let us hope for sure that there is an "Irish bar section" in the "kingdom of heaven." I would like to think they would serve champagne there too -- along with some very fine "Irish Whiskey." Both Tim and Darren are very fine writers for sure. The verse you've rendered here for them is a most fitting tribute for sure. Outstand Work!! I would prefer to be in the Irish bar section, vice the "hotter pews"!! 7/FAV!! Cheers, Gary
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Date: 3/23/2017 11:35:00 AM
Just found this great POTD. I have no clue who the bad ones are but the two fine poets you spoke of are just that-fine people, great poets and caring individuals.
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Date: 3/21/2017 1:49:00 PM
Great write Arthur(!) and tribute to two great poets:-)
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Date: 3/14/2017 6:27:00 PM
POTD woohooo:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 3/14/2017 4:46:00 PM
Cheers Arthur
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Date: 3/14/2017 2:35:00 PM
Congratulations on receiving POTD. Very nice tribute to your friends :)
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Date: 3/14/2017 1:17:00 PM
It's Arthur Vaso Friendship Day :-) ...Congratulations on POTD! :-)
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Date: 3/14/2017 11:02:00 AM
Mr. Vaso, you're exceptional. Congratulations!
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Date: 3/14/2017 10:28:00 AM
Hi Arthur, This is a good piece of poetry. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was most definitely well deserved: -) Alexis
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:41:00 AM
Thank you Alexis! :)
Date: 3/14/2017 8:45:00 AM
Great work Arthur, congratulations on POTD honors...
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:40:00 AM
Thanks Charlie, much appreciated!
Date: 3/14/2017 8:21:00 AM
Congratulations Arthur! xomo :)
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:40:00 AM
Thank you so much Maureen.
Date: 3/14/2017 8:11:00 AM
- We form a picture ... who are you ... who am I - a great poem, Arthur - Congratulations ! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 3/14/2017 10:40:00 AM
Thanks Anne-Lise
Date: 3/14/2017 7:31:00 AM
Good Morning. Oh the humanity of it all and the message of it all. Completely and totally well expressed. Congratulations for your entry being Poem Of The Day. Well done throughout. Honestly.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:39:00 AM
Thank you so much Lisa, very nice of you!
Date: 3/14/2017 7:09:00 AM
Interesting poem... congrats on being selected...
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:39:00 AM
Very kind of you, thanks!
Date: 3/14/2017 6:58:00 AM
Congrats on your POTD, Arthur.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:39:00 AM
Thank you Agnes!!
Date: 3/14/2017 4:03:00 AM
Art, the three of us (read: YOU) made it to PotD with that wonderful poem you wrote. Congratulations, and cheers to our friendship :)
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Date: 3/14/2017 10:38:00 AM
:)
Date: 3/14/2017 2:43:00 AM
Arthur, great tribute poem and CONGRATULTIONS on Poem Of The Day~
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Date: 3/14/2017 10:38:00 AM
Thank you so much Broken Wings!
Date: 3/13/2017 3:14:00 PM
How wonderful is kinship with those we feel a special connection with and the two you mention are indeed true gentlemen. This is a wonderful tribute, Arthur , from another very caring man to two others.
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Date: 3/14/2017 10:37:00 AM
Thanks Andrea! Hugs!
Date: 3/13/2017 2:02:00 PM
King Arthur..Such a beautiful tribute to two wonderful friends and fantastic poets..Timothu and Darren... Gonna fave.this. And Hey..Leave me a space at The Temple Bar. In iIreland :).You are a sweet soul yourself.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:37:00 AM
Thanks Charmaine, if you are uncomfortable calling me King then Genius will do! :)
Date: 3/13/2017 9:13:00 AM
Sometimes others perceive us different than we ourselves...I think I'm an old mule that needs to be set to pasture.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:36:00 AM
Hey get out of my pasture!!! LOL
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Date: 3/13/2017 10:03:00 AM
If it's a case of perception? Then you're a foal ;) hugs!!!
Date: 3/13/2017 3:01:00 AM
Made me smile - gee I wonder how I am perceived apart from a poop poet lol - will you wave to me from above as I'll be down below but at least I'll be warm - love that final stanza in particular lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:35:00 AM
Thanks Jan, :)
Date: 3/13/2017 1:53:00 AM
Celebrating friendship is the best! A heartfelt piece Arthur, :-) so lovely to read. blessings to all,
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:35:00 AM
Thank you Lynn Marie!
Date: 3/13/2017 1:47:00 AM
Another great poem. Ditto to Teppo's comment, I particularly like the last line.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 3/14/2017 10:35:00 AM
Thanks so much Elizabeth!
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