Connie Marcum Wong Poet Verse

Kindness of Strangers Kib

There is such kindness that beams out
From those with compassion,
Blessings for the infirm.
With patience and understanding,
In caretaker’s fashion
To help many in need.

8-7-19

KEEP IT BRIEF Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Nette Onclaud

Quote Chosen : 1."I have always depended on the kindness of strangers." 
A Streetcar Named Desire, 1951

*Dedicated to all the wonderful Doctors, Nurses, Healers, and Caretakers

Nette’s invented form  write a new, original poem using an 8-6-6-8-6-6
 syllable count…lines 2 and 5 must rhyme.

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James Inman August 31, 2019 at 9:32 PM A wonder recognition of the healers of the world.

CayCay Godwin August 14, 2019 at 10:25 PM A great, steadfast truth that gains my 'Amen.' I see it placed and well it should have. Hope you're home - I've a phone urge! Love ya ... CayCay Connie Marcum Wong August 15, 2019 at 1:14 AM I would love to catch up with you. I was happy to hear from you. I hope all is well? Thank you very much CayCay. xxoo

Kurt Ravidas August 14, 2019 at 5:13 AM A beaming kindness of this poetry makes me squint in the light. It seems to me that this poem is similar to the poetess) Congrats, Connie. Connie Marcum Wong August 14, 2019 at 5:31 AM I am honored by your lovely comment Kurt. Thank you very much. xxoo : )

Andrea Dietrich August 12, 2019 at 4:08 PM hey congrats. you did better than I did in this contest but I was just happy to make the list with my simple poem!! Connie Marcum Wong August 13, 2019 at 2:49 PM Thank you Andrea. There is so many contests that have been judged all at once I absolutely cannot keep up. When it rains it pours! : ) xxoo

Nette Onclaud August 11, 2019 at 3:43 PM the integrity of your poetic voice is so heartwarming, connie... thanks for entering and sweet congrats on your fine win! Connie Marcum Wong August 11, 2019 at 5:24 PM I am honored to be included in the top three of your contest Nette. Thank you very much my friend xxoo

Andrea Dietrich August 8, 2019 at 8:11 PM You did it very well, Connie. I feel she will really appreciate your poem. As I understood it, we did not have to do the theme of the movie that the line came from. Indeed, I knew what the DINNER meant from the movie. hahaha. I am a big fan of that series of movies. Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 9:18 PM I loved the movie Streetcar Andie. It was explosive in its day with Marlon playing one of his most iconic characters. Hope I didn't stray too far off the beaten path. Thank you. xxoo

Anne-Lise Andresen August 8, 2019 at 12:07 PM ... beautifully written, Connie ... (I'm a nurse :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:31 PM God Bless you Anne-Lise. We really need good nurses. My daughter is a nurse too. xxoo

Jennifer Proxenos August 8, 2019 at 11:47 AM You are a giver Connie, you have a strong feeling of dedication to be kind, compassionate , understanding and patient a true caretaker of the infirm. Hugs, Jennifer. Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:29 PM My daughter is a nurse, I am a Reiki Master Jennifer. Thank you for your lovely comment. xxoo

Sandra Adams August 8, 2019 at 8:44 AM Caretakers of the world are worthy of praise, including those with the truly beautiful heart that always give of themselves....beautiful poem my friend :) hugs Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:28 PM Thank you Sandra. My daughter is a nurse. xxoo

Vijay Pandit August 8, 2019 at 7:31 AM I join you in your dedication, Connie. A lovely tribute you wrote..so potent is the force of kindness of strangers. Best for a win. Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:27 PM Thank you Vijay. My daughter is a nurse. : ) xxoo

Kim Rodrigues August 8, 2019 at 6:36 AM Yes, God bless the caretakers! Nice, Connie! Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 1:26 PM Thank you Kim. My daughter is a nurse. : ) xxoo

Demetrios Trifiatis August 8, 2019 at 3:16 AM We ought to praise those who have a compassionate heart and show love for others dear, Connie , as you do yourself right now. Excellent tribute! Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 3:40 AM Thank you my friend. I love it that my children are in the health field and teachers. : ) xxoo

Tom Cunningham August 8, 2019 at 2:59 AM A lovely dedication Connie , my daughter is a nurse also working in a neo natal ward. Good luck. Tom. Connie Marcum Wong August 8, 2019 at 3:17 AM I love that Tom. My daughter works with babies too and older conversant patients. Thank you Tom. : ) xxoo

Kim Merryman August 7, 2019 at 8:54 PM It takes a special person to be a good caretaker. A lovely poem, Connie! Best wishes in the contest. Blessings, Kim Connie Marcum Wong August 7, 2019 at 9:05 PM My daughter is a nurse and the youngest daughter is a massage therapist for sports injuries and more. I give them credit. Thank you Kim. xxoo

Heidi Sands August 7, 2019 at 6:57 PM Very nice Connie. Pleasant to read tonight :)