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If I weren't afraid I'd lull midnight dwindling The ebb of passion's tide ~ our drowned desires. I'd weave for you a blanket of starlight, spindling Embrace you on it, tender ~ 'midst heaven's fires. A dream so borne as dew on a sweet day breaking Is in your breathless stead ~ but a meadow of tares. And though I'd hoped, in vain beyond its wide waking, Could you not have ceded me ~ a soft lash's cares? All the thrums of angel wings All the pleadings prayed Empty hearts would burst for you ~ Oh, if I weren't ... afraid. ~ 3rd Place ~ in the "If I Weren't Afraid" Poetry Contest, Line Gauthier, Judge & Sponsor.

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Michelo Mweetwa

Date: 10/12/2019 1:02:00 PM

Wonderful!!!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 10/14/2019 2:19:00 AM

Thank you so much, Michelo! Blessings! :o)

Susan Ashley

Date: 10/11/2019 6:00:00 PM

Your pen shines in this elegant soul-baring poem, Gregory. I was swept up and away in your tender exquisite emotional imagery. Belated congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTD honors, my friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 10/14/2019 2:19:00 AM

Oh, thank you so much for this, Susan, it means a great deal ... you are one of the better writers on this site, and your opinion is one I value highly. I'm so pleased you liked this one as it is special to me. Blessings, Dear Poet! :o) <3

P.M. Richter

Date: 10/8/2019 8:16:00 PM

Lovely :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 10/9/2019 12:23:00 AM

Many kind thanks, PM! :o)

P.S. Awtry

Date: 10/5/2019 10:16:00 AM

Every line is beautiful and appropriately the last stanza is euphoric. :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 10/9/2019 12:22:00 AM

Thank you so very much, PS - blessings! :o) <3

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 9/23/2019 7:24:00 AM

Sorry it took me so long to get here dear poet. If she is real, I hope you do overcome your fears, and if she is not, I hope she becomes so for you, fearlessly. Many congratulations for this poem, romantic and soothing. Hugs, xomo

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/23/2019 2:45:00 PM

That's very sweet of you, Maureen, and I thank you so much ... this is taken from reality and my youth, and a very deep love that never had any closure. It has been over 35 years since I saw her, yet she still visits m,y dreams more than anyone. I will leave it there. I'm very pleased you enjoyed this, my friend! :o) <3

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/21/2019 1:33:00 PM

Congratulations on this wonderful POTD poem receiving a much deserved podium win Greg! You already know I Faved it! xxoo

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/23/2019 2:41:00 PM

Oh, thank you so very much, Connie, I am so pleased you enjoyed this one, and very pleased you found it worthy of fav-ing. Blessings, Dear Friend! :o) <3

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/20/2019 8:32:00 PM

This is SO much a winner. It deserves a top placement and I congratulate you on the winning placement. I LOVE It... so enchanting and romantic - such beautiful poetry. God bless you

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/23/2019 2:40:00 PM

You are always very kind, Regina, and I thank you so very much for your wonderful comments. Blessings always, my friend! :o) <3

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/20/2019 5:38:00 PM

So beautifully expressed, Greg. The only thing that I am afraid to do is extreme sports, so that's what I wrote about, jumping out of a parachute, and of course, something as lame as that is not going to win. haha. Congrats on your win.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/23/2019 2:39:00 PM

You have NEVER written anything that was lame, Andrea, and everything you write is worthy of contest placement ... you are a wonderful poet and you set a standard that we all aspire to here. Thank you for your kindness, as always, Buddy! :o) <3

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/20/2019 1:24:00 PM

Hi Greg, I'm just coming to say congratulations on a well deserved win. Have a fantastic weekend:-) Alexis

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/23/2019 2:37:00 PM

You, too, Alexis, and thank you so very much, my friend - blessings! :o) <3

Jan Allison

Date: 9/19/2019 1:34:00 AM

Another outstanding poem from 'the bard' many congrats on POTD Greg, your talent in writing so many forms is enviable!:-) hugs Jan xx

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:19:00 AM

You are always very kind to me, Jan, and it comes from your sincere and joyous heart, and means so much ... many kindly thanks and blessings to you, Dear Poet - so appreciated! :o) <3

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/18/2019 11:07:00 PM

Wow! Greg, This is such a well written piece for the contest theme. I found it to be so poetic as well. I wish you the best of luck in the contest.I'm not surprised that you got the poem of day. Congratulations my friend. Have a joyous night.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:18:00 AM

Oh, this is very sweet, Alexis, and your opinion is important to me as you know - many kind thanks to you, Dear Poet, I'm happy that you're busy on the site again - I miss your positive energy when you're "quiet", (though we ALL need a break sometimes). Blessings, my friend! :o) <3

Tania Kitchin

Date: 9/18/2019 5:58:00 PM

Beautiful Greg, congratulations on POTD!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:15:00 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Dear Tania, I'm very glad you enjoyed this one - blessings to you! :o) <3

Joseph May

Date: 9/18/2019 5:30:00 PM

Beautifully written Greg, Congrats on POTD

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:14:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Sir Joseph, I'm pleased you liked this one, Brother - blessings! :o)

Brandy Nicole

Date: 9/18/2019 4:00:00 PM

I think we have all felt this emotion, at some point in our lives. Afraid to approach someone that we really like. Afraid of rejection. This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. Congratulations Greg, on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:14:00 AM

Oh, thank you so very much, Brandy, your opinion is always so valued and appreciated, as are your kindly and heartfelt comments. Blessings to you, Dear Poet! :o) <3

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 9/18/2019 3:15:00 PM

Beautiful poetry, Greg. You never miss! Congratulations!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:13:00 AM

That's very kind of you to say, Sunlite, and I thank you very sincerely! Blessings! :o) <3

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/18/2019 3:10:00 PM

A beauty! Congratulations on a lovely poetic feat and POTD!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:12:00 AM

Many kind thank you's your way, Kim, I'm very grateful for your comments, friend! Blessings! :o) <3

Jeanne Mcgee

Date: 9/18/2019 2:43:00 PM

I'd weave for you a blanket of starlight...magic. A superb write and deserving POTD Congratulations.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:11:00 AM

That's very kind of you, Jeanne, thank you so much, my friend! :o) <3

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/18/2019 1:08:00 PM

I recognized this as your work before I saw your name Greg. This poem contains a spirit so divine that I felt I was looking at the artwork designed by God such as the wonders of nature that steal one's breath. I love this magnificent creation that I am putting into my Faves! Congratulations on having it deservedly honored for POTD my friend! : ) xxoo

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:11:00 AM

Oh, thanks so very much, My Dear Friend, this means a lot to me ... this was one of those that flowed from elsewhere, so I was just a tool, but blessed to be so, (as I am for your friendship) - so happy you liked it! :o) <3

John Hamilton

Date: 9/18/2019 10:23:00 AM

Back with congrats on POTD, this is without a doubt one of your finest G

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:10:00 AM

That's very kind, Brother, and very much appreciated as always! :o)

Winged Warrior

Date: 9/18/2019 10:04:00 AM

Nice turn at the helm, my poetic brother' en ...Congrats!! are in order for your POTD!!...superbly done Mr. Gregory...^WW^ :o)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:09:00 AM

Thank you so much, Dear Winged One, it is so appreciated, my friend! Blessings! :o)

Chris Green

Date: 9/18/2019 9:41:00 AM

Congrats on POTD Greg, this wonderful poem deserved this recognition. It was amazing.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:08:00 AM

Many kind thanks, Chris, your opinion is always important to me, my friend. Blessings! :o)

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 9/18/2019 8:55:00 AM

So sweet a poetry! So profound and genuine are the sentiments! How I wished you weren't afraid! What would you weave of poetry! Breathtaking! Congratulations on your POTD, Gregory! A great poem deserving the honour and recognition of your fellow poets and friends.. my deepest regards and blessings.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/19/2019 9:08:00 AM

Oh, this is a very sweet message, Besma, and I'm so pleased that you liked my poem - many thanks to you, Friend! :o) <3

John Lawless

Date: 9/18/2019 7:44:00 AM

....just sneak up behind her and pull her "pigtails".....or throw a snowball at her...NO----WAIT----that was 1953/grade school. Beautifully written Greg, I agree with Robert a wonderful weave of the ancient and present tines of poetry.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/18/2019 8:10:00 AM

LOL - you know, I never went through that "I hate girls" stage that all my friends did ... when in 1st grade a kindergarten girl kissed me at recess, (1965-or-so), and I still remember the warm confusion, and liking it ... a LOT. Oh, I pretended to go along with my mates, but was ALWAYS enamored of the fairer sex, (and paying for it ever since, ha!). Many kind thanks, John! ;o)

Arturo Michael

Date: 9/18/2019 6:07:00 AM

I'd die for you, if I weren't so afraid...You did poetic justice to this topic...Love the presentation...Congratulations Gregory

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/18/2019 8:04:00 AM

Thanks so much, Arturo, you are always kind, and it is much appreciated ... I have a bit of recent irony woven into this one, though it's a bit ... disguised. Blessings! :o)

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/18/2019 4:10:00 AM

- A wonderful poem ... congratulations on yours p.o.t.d., Gregory :) - And ... best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 9/18/2019 5:29:00 AM

That's very kind of you Anne-Lise, and I am so pleased you liked my poem ... I'm often disappointed by the time I finish a poem, but this one still shines for me, and I'm glad you found it worthwhile. Blessings, Friend! :o) <3