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It's Hard To Pick Just One

` I have so many friends on soup, it’s hard to pick just one To narrow down to just a few, it just cannot be done Heidi always brings a smile Brenda tempts my heart Sandy posts poetic dreams Connie’s whispered art Gershon really makes me laugh Maureen, she can write Hello There and Andrea make my mornings bright John, who makes the soupers sing Nina, she’s a hoot Kim can pen most anything Pixie’s words so cute Sunlite you are number one you’ve always been my friend I’m sorry I omitted you it won’t happen again Anne-lise always makes me think Ilene sure can rhyme Brandy’s thoughts are beautiful Eve makes poems shine Limericks are Jan’s forte Affection is Cay Cay Alexis, Chantelle, Carolyn take my breath away A warrior who floats on wings A very Silent One Bobby May bring happiness and Spock, no wait, his son Disco, Beth and Jeanne are new at least they are to me Janice, Tania, Sandra Weiss much talent in these three Line and LuLoo and Dear Heart well, what more can I say So many poets I call friend on any given day There are a few from long ago when I first found this site I can’t forget to mention them, it just would not be right Charmaine, I miss her the most Paloma just as much White Wolf wrote some crazy stuff Darren had the touch Agnes, Leanna, Anne-Marie all were friends of mine Becca, Dale, Lisa, Sue Poetry so fine Christy, Daniel, Freddy, Lin so many from the past Forever doesn’t happen now it seems some things don’t last But back to what I’m trying to say, before this poems’ done So many here that I admire, it’s hard to pick just one So, thank you all for all you do, the kindness that you show I’m blessed by every one of you and wanted you to know Inspired by but not written for Bobby May’s Pick A friend on Soup poetry contest Oh hell, I going to enter it anyway. I know it won't win because it doesn't follow the rules but rules are meant to be broken, right?

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Date: 9/29/2019 7:59:00 PM
Awe Chris, you have such a sweet-heart. Always thinking of others. Your thoughts bring a smile and soft giggle. :) I love what you have so cleverly created. You are one of a kind. Thank you for being YOU. :) Brandy
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Chris Green
Date: 9/30/2019 8:18:00 AM
Thank you so very much my friend for always being so kind to me
Date: 9/29/2019 2:50:00 PM
Hi Chris, I am honored to be one of your "soup" friends. Congratulations on your placement in the contest. Enjoy the rest of your weekend :-) Alexis
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Chris Green
Date: 9/30/2019 8:17:00 AM
I am honored to be your friend too Alexis.
Date: 9/27/2019 7:44:00 PM
and thanks for giving me a mention!!
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Chris Green
Date: 9/30/2019 8:16:00 AM
Of course Andrea. It wouldn't be a poem about friends on Soup if you weren't included
Date: 9/27/2019 7:43:00 PM
OH, Chris, you did a poem similar to the way I chose to do it one time when we were asked to choose a friend (or maybe the allowed multiples, I don't remember ; it was so long ago) I had such a time trying to get everybody into the poem, so I appreciate your "rule breaking' to do this lovely tribute for this current contest. Congrats on your win. you rock!
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Date: 9/27/2019 6:55:00 PM
I loved your tribute to so many poets I too admire Chris. Your favorite tribute of mine is so deserving of this win! Congratulations! : ) xxoo
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Chris Green
Date: 9/30/2019 8:15:00 AM
Thank you so very much my friend.
Date: 9/27/2019 2:55:00 PM
Chris congratulations on your win in the contest with this wonderful tribute poem!
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 3:03:00 PM
Thank you my friend. Did you notice you were in there?
Date: 9/27/2019 11:40:00 AM
Thank you Chris for including me in your wonderfully written poem, I feel honored! :)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 12:15:00 PM
You are very welcome my friend. I appreciate you stopping by today and happy you enjoyed this.
Date: 9/27/2019 9:29:00 AM
back to say congrats on your win my friend :) hugs
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Sandra Adams
Date: 9/27/2019 9:53:00 AM
i am glad you did enter it my friend!
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 9:31:00 AM
Thanks so much Sandy. I wasn't going to enter but like my notes at the bottom of the poem say I figured, what the hell. I thought maybe if it placed high enough in the contest, others who are mentioned in it might see it.
Date: 9/27/2019 8:42:00 AM
Thanks Chris happy to be among the friends you mentioned, it is a very encouraging site, and you make it better!
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 9:25:00 AM
Thanks so much John. I appreciate all of the friends I have made here.
Date: 9/27/2019 8:04:00 AM
Nicely done, Chris - congrats
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 8:34:00 AM
Thanks Greg. I appreciate you stopping by this morning
Date: 9/27/2019 7:16:00 AM
- Friendship is the wine of life ... lovely win poem Chris, congratulations :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 7:58:00 AM
Thank you so very much again my friend.
Date: 9/27/2019 6:36:00 AM
Congratulations on your placement
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Bobby May
Date: 9/27/2019 3:43:00 PM
Rules are made to be broken Chris LOL
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Chris Green
Date: 9/27/2019 7:57:00 AM
Thanks so much Bobby for placing this poem as I know it didn't follow the rules exactly
Date: 9/24/2019 1:56:00 PM
This was a delight to read Chris. Thank you so much for including me. You were able to brilliantly include so many poets that I too adore on this site. The last time I had to choose I did the same thing as you and wrote "Tribute to Poetry Soupers". I am certain this beautiful piece will be celebrated by many Chris. I loved it and it is going into my Faves! : ) xxoo
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Chris Green
Date: 9/24/2019 2:00:00 PM
Thank you so much my dear friend. Now, I couldn't leave you out, that definitely wouldn't be right. : ) I appreciate you Connie, very much.
Date: 9/23/2019 9:56:00 PM
You're the man dude...thank you for including me in your tapestry of friends...all could be the ones to write about Chris...I picked Victor B...but I hope someone picks you, my friend...if they haven't already...we have a crazy beautiful bunch here... let's be proud...a fav for me...^WW^ :o)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/24/2019 7:45:00 AM
Thanks so very much WW. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one.
Date: 9/23/2019 1:34:00 PM
Really extra-nice of you to mention so many of us, Chris. Just shows the largesse of your warm heart. Thank you!! Best wishes, Gershon
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/27/2019 1:16:00 PM
Back with congrats on your placement in the contest, my friend! Cheers, 'the piped one'
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Chris Green
Date: 9/23/2019 2:06:00 PM
You are welcome my friend. I am happy you liked it.
Date: 9/21/2019 11:43:00 AM
Wonderful! What a special tribute to so many who have touched your life through poetry. I feel honored to have been mentioned. So touching that it brought tears, but not tears of sadness, but those of a glad heart. Thank you, Chris for sharing this. A fave for me.
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Chris Green
Date: 9/23/2019 8:55:00 AM
Happy this one made you smile Sandra. I am thrilled you enjoyed this
Date: 9/20/2019 10:28:00 PM
Yes, I did ;) Made me feel special ~ thank you <3
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Chris Green
Date: 9/23/2019 8:54:00 AM
I am happy it made you feel that way because you are special.
Date: 9/20/2019 6:00:00 PM
What a lovely tribute to so many amazing poets..The more I read..the more I realize how much I'm missing out when I can't be here.. Btw-Hehe :).Am glad my name is in your list.To be honest..I was searching if I'm there :).I miss you and your poetry just as much my good friend..and I miss so many soupers. Past and Present. :).A fave :)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/23/2019 8:54:00 AM
Of course you would be in there my friend, I couldn't write a poem about the amazing poets on soup and leave you out. : ) Thank you Charmaine.
Date: 9/20/2019 3:35:00 PM
My sentiments exactly. How would we ever pick just one?
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 3:47:00 PM
Thank you Caren. I did my best to include everyone but I see I did miss a few. Thank you for your kindness.
Date: 9/20/2019 3:05:00 PM
- This was a huge bouquet, Chris - It makes me think .... what a beautiful heart :) - Happy weekend - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 3:20:00 PM
A wonderful bouquet at that. Happy I could make you think my friend. : ) Thanks so very much Anne-Lise
Date: 9/20/2019 1:25:00 PM
This is kind of you to do for us Chris. Creative too. Thank you for including me, I can't ask for more than to bring a smile with my writing. Fun to read today :) I hope it is a good day for you !
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 1:34:00 PM
Thank you so very much my friend. You always make me smile. :)
Date: 9/20/2019 1:13:00 PM
Awesome poem, Chris. Very touching and most endearing.
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 1:16:00 PM
Thanks you so much my friend. I am happy you liked it.
Date: 9/20/2019 12:25:00 PM
I really admire what you have done here trying to include so many in great poetic fashion. I feel gratitude for discovering some of these treasures in my short time here and am looking forward to the days ahead. I especially feel blessed that you paid a visit on my very first post and continue to show support and encouragement. It was nice receiving such a warm welcome <3 I find your poetry captivating and look forward to reading it each day.
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 1:13:00 PM
Thank you so much my friend. And I truly appreciate your support and the kind words you always leave for me to find. Did you notice you were in that poem too? : )
Date: 9/20/2019 11:28:00 AM
Haha! I wondered if you would enter this contest! And I should have known you would find a way to write about us all! So very clever Chris and an excellent write! You brought a big smile to my face reading this! And covered everyone so well!;)
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 11:58:00 AM
Ha, and you were right. I tried to include everyone but it seems I missed a few. I may have to write a sequel poem. : ) Thanks so much Brenda.
Date: 9/20/2019 11:23:00 AM
Such clever rhyming, great poetic perception, and as always, that wonderful rhythmic flow,Chris.
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Chris Green
Date: 9/20/2019 11:57:00 AM
Thank you Wendy. I appreciate your kind words today.
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