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3 December 2024 For Di11y Da11y 's  "How the echo filters reality " poetry contest.  
charcoal grey horizon~ on the rusty cast iron bench my old self sits in pensive mood beside the lake beneath December sky the wayward wind as it teases my hair whispers melodies from long ago~ that breath echo in the air the echo reverberates ~ weaving fragments into vivid voices and symphonies of yesteryears my grandma's lullaby our high-school graduation song then tender laughters of children at play fill the air then comes the echo of my father's sobbing voice as he handed me to my groom on that Saturday afternoon whilst the organist played the Wedding March by Mendelssohn as the echo fades and turns tenebrous twilight into enchanting ebony evening I look around ~ the coffee shop behind me inviting for another cup whilst the coffee on my lap gets colder and colder yet not as cold as the winter chill perching inside of me

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Date: 1/28/2025 3:25:00 PM
Late response. On outsranding work of poettin neauty. Soooo well done..pangie xoxo
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Date: 12/31/2024 8:00:00 AM
Wow! A pleasure to read your POTW. Congratulations! Thanks as well for your visit.
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Date: 12/31/2024 10:33:00 PM
Thank you, Richard. Happy New Year. Stay blessed. ^___^ JCB
Date: 12/14/2024 8:01:00 PM
"weaving fragments into vivid voices and symphonies of yesteryears" - A beautiful and realistically nostalgic illustration of the echo and all its works. Congratulations!
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:52:00 PM
Thank you, CA. ^__^
Date: 12/14/2024 2:29:00 PM
This is beautiful - a worthy POTD - love the end about winter's chill inside... <3
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:53:00 PM
Thank you, Paige. ^__^
Date: 12/13/2024 9:52:00 PM
Congratulations on POTW honor dear poet. Lovely write. Happy Christmas. Cheers!!!
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:53:00 PM
Thank you, Thriveni. ^__^
Date: 12/13/2024 1:36:00 PM
I like the way you describe the echos weaving fragments into poignant memories that stand in contrast to the cold evening.
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:51:00 PM
Thank you David. ^___^
Date: 12/12/2024 10:48:00 PM
Such an honor. PO T W. And so we'll deserved. Congratulations.
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:50:00 PM
Thank you dear Andie.^__^
Date: 12/12/2024 6:42:00 PM
An enthralling story of a woman who finds solace in the stillness of the lakeside and the whispers of existence. It is extremely deserving of POTW; the writing is so exquisite, and the visual representation is vivid. Congratulations, but a bit late!
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:50:00 PM
Thank you, Sotto. ^__^
Date: 12/12/2024 11:53:00 AM
How very beautifully you write JCB….such a poignant piece that reaches out and touches the readers heart and soul….just lovely! Belated Congratulations on POTW! Debx
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Date: 12/22/2024 4:49:00 PM
Thank you, Deb. ^__^
Date: 12/12/2024 9:07:00 AM
Striking poetry and photo dear poetess, beautiful Korea. My favorite is "but the echo fades and turns tenebrous twilight into enchanting ebony evening" and the regal reference to the wedding march song, a real joy to read. Congratulations on your POTW Jcb Brul !! ~Anaya xo
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Date: 12/14/2024 5:34:00 AM
Thank you, Anaya. I appreciate your warm feedback. Stay blessed. ^__^
Date: 12/11/2024 2:03:00 PM
This is a captivating tale of a wonan, listening to the echoes of the lake and of life. Beautifully written, with vivid imagery, it is so desrving of POTW. Heartfelt belated congratulations!
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Date: 12/14/2024 5:32:00 AM
Thank you, dear Judy. I am delighted by your stopping by and leaving a warm greetings. ^___^
Date: 12/11/2024 8:49:00 AM
...yet not as cold as the winter chill piercing inside of me....I believe we all sit on that bench at times. More so as we add years and distance to the echoes filter. Masterfully written .
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Date: 12/14/2024 5:28:00 AM
Thank you, John I appreciate your warm feedback. Warm wishes. ^__^
Date: 12/10/2024 10:46:00 PM
Oh, this is deeply poignant, nostalgic and heart-touching dear Jcb! I feel enchanted by the depth of your soul-stirring words and they speak so much to my cores ~ you've such a marvelous poetic technique of weaving emotions within such intricate phrases... this one took me on a journey of one's fading essence and the shadows of a storm raging within... "but the echo fades and turns tenebrous twilight into enchanting ebony evening" Ahhh, the imagery really stood out for me! So glad to be reading your angelic poetry today, heartiest congratulations on the POTW honour, it's so well-deserved!! Sending light & best wishes to you always ~
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Date: 12/14/2024 5:27:00 AM
Thank you, dear Hiya for your heartwarming feedback. Sending you light and wishing you all te best, too. ^___^
Date: 12/10/2024 5:02:00 PM
deeply sensitive, this work depicts the nostalgic parts of life...love it, J with roaring POTW greetings!
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Date: 12/10/2024 5:57:00 PM
Thank you Nette. I could hear your roaring POTW greetings! Sending you warm wishes. ^__^
Date: 12/10/2024 10:55:00 AM
Hello JCB Brul, You are brave to be near the water at this time of the year. being near the water is calming . i enjoyed to listen to the waves rushes to shore. It is so soothing. Merry Christmas. All the best for the New Year. /Darlene Hugs.
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Date: 12/11/2024 10:27:00 AM
Hello JCB Brul, Thank you. Wishing you a Merry Christmas. All the best for the new year. Hugs. /Darlene/
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Date: 12/10/2024 3:02:00 PM
Hi sweet Darlene! You are right, being near the water is calming even at this time of the year. Have a prosperous New Year ahead. Thank you for dropping by. Sending you warm hugs. ^__^
Date: 12/10/2024 3:18:00 AM
Dear Jcb congratulations on your POTW,This is a beautifully evocative piece that paints a vivid picture of introspection and memory. Your use of imagery—charcoal gray horizons, the teasing wind, and melodies from the past, all go to make up a wonderful poem...Maria
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Date: 12/10/2024 3:48:00 AM
Thank you Maria for your heartwarming feedback. Warm wishes.^__^
Date: 12/10/2024 2:50:00 AM
Jcb, beautifully penned, and congratulations of receiving the POEM OF THE WEEK honor, Constance
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Date: 12/10/2024 3:47:00 AM
Thank you, Dear Heart. Stay blessed. ^__^
Date: 12/9/2024 2:01:00 PM
This poem of memory captures my heart. A wedding full of question , sometimes that is how it is. You deserve this week's POTW.
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Date: 12/9/2024 4:29:00 PM
Thank you, Hilda. Happy to feel your appreciation more than words could say. Stay blessed.^__^
Date: 12/9/2024 9:55:00 AM
Your poem paints a bittersweet picture. I can see it on canvas. A fave for me, JCB
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Date: 12/9/2024 4:26:00 PM
Thank you Kim, i am delighted for the honour of "Fave". I am grateful! ^__^
Date: 12/9/2024 3:03:00 AM
Back to your sweet poem once more dear Jez, to congratulate you on your well deserved POTW
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Date: 12/10/2024 6:06:00 AM
Thank you, dear Valsa.
Date: 12/9/2024 1:28:00 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.w. ... the feelings are palpable, Jcb - hugs
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Date: 12/9/2024 4:27:00 PM
Thank you Sunshine Smile. Sending you warm hugs. ^__^
Date: 12/9/2024 12:52:00 AM
Wow! I’m in awe of how you captured my thoughts and pulled me into your world! Congratulations on your engaging potw!
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Date: 12/9/2024 4:27:00 PM
Thank you Karen. Your visit warms my day. ^__^
Date: 12/9/2024 12:04:00 AM
Back with congrats on receiving POTW! Congratulations dear poetic soul! Well deserved!
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Date: 12/9/2024 12:12:00 AM
Thank you dear Inky. Sending you warm wishes to keep you well. You are loved! ^__^
Date: 12/8/2024 9:56:00 PM
Greetings JCB! This poem is one that reaches out with the heart of memory singing a pensive song of life. It is beautifully written with a deep emotional impact. Congratulations on your POTW. It is so well deserved, dear friend! Blessings of Advent light to you. So happy for you!
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Date: 12/9/2024 12:13:00 AM
Thank you, dear Sam. Your words never fails to hit a cord in my heart. Sending you warm wishes. ^__^
Date: 12/8/2024 5:17:00 PM
Dear JCB, I love it when a poem touches my soul that is so full of the realities of life. Heartfelt and passion that is so deserving of POTW. Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
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Date: 12/8/2024 7:59:00 PM
Thank you Daniel. Glad to know your warm appreciation with your warm feedback. Appreciated. ^___^
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