Connie Marcum Wong Poet Couplet

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Lighthouse Litany

Lighthouse Litany

Statuesque and stalwart in your seaward gaze 
There's such comfort in your beauty, you amaze!
Seafaring ships lost in wayward windswept seas
Conjures fears of drowning in crews prayerful pleas

As sailors catch sight of your luminous light,
You guide them to safety on a moonless night.
Your gift of guidance upon this rocky shore
Lends soulagement to nightmares of mystic lore.

To many you’re  deemed an angel with Lord's light
With your elevated beam into the night.
So beloved also by those upon the earth...
You've earned the honors bestowed upon your worth.

12-23-18

Lighthouse Poetry Contest~Third Place~
Sponsor Eve Roper

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Bette Bavington December 21, 2019 at 7:30 AM Lovely. These lights gave me peace to know that my boat was no where near the jagged rocks below. I love seeing them lit up at night going around. This was a warm memory.

Jennifer Proxenos April 9, 2019 at 1:12 PM Connie, went back a little and so glad I did - this is a must for everyone to read - such insight into the lives of men and women who risk their all and who so completely and utterly rely on this angel of light - a fave - loved this poem! Poetry hugs, Jennifer. Connie Marcum Wong April 9, 2019 at 1:33 PM Wow, thank you very much for your fave and your lovely comment Jennifer. I have always loved lighthouses for their beauty and especially for the lives they save. Have a wonderful Easter. xxoo

Carol Mays January 29, 2019 at 9:25 PM Great, refreshing images and reflections. Thanks.

Heidi Sands January 11, 2019 at 11:58 AM Congratulations for your win Connie :)

John Gondolf January 11, 2019 at 8:30 AM Connie, congrats on your win in Brian's contest. I enjoyed coming back reading this again. John

Line Gauthier January 11, 2019 at 1:11 AM Congrats on your top win, Connie. Well penned.

Andrea Dietrich January 8, 2019 at 9:36 PM I did manage to get on Brian's list! Have you put this gem into one of his contests yet? Connie Marcum Wong January 9, 2019 at 1:08 AM Thank you for mentioning it. I will enter it in his contest Andrea. I am watching a Brit series called Love Hurts and it is so good.xxoo ; )

CayCay Godwin January 5, 2019 at 12:59 AM I see you won with this and I'm not a bit surprised; the imagery and emotion are well done, in fact, I didn't know I could be so touched by a poem about lighthouses. I get their magic but I've never 'felt' it and had nothing for this contest, but you excelled and I'm delighted you won. Love ... CayCay Connie Marcum Wong January 5, 2019 at 6:05 PM There was really stiff competition for this contest CayCay. Mine came in at the bottom, I believe. I have always thought there is such romance in the sight of a lighthouse. Thank you for your sweet comments. : ) xxoo

Janice Canerdy January 2, 2019 at 12:28 AM CONGRATS on your win with this lovely poem, Connie! Janice Connie Marcum Wong January 5, 2019 at 6:02 PM Thank you very much Janice. I think lighthouses have such mystery and beauty. : ) xxoo

Vladislav Raven December 31, 2018 at 10:40 AM Hi Connie, dropping back with my congratulations on your win in the contest with this wonderful write. It always read as a winner. Have a very Happy New Year. Hugs....Mike. XX Connie Marcum Wong December 31, 2018 at 11:05 PM Thank you Mike. It is New Years Eve here in Hawaii. I wish you the best year ever! : ) xxoo

Andrea Dietrich December 26, 2018 at 5:14 PM Congrats on your win, Connie. You did the lighthouse justice. I hope mine will at least win with Brian. We shall see!!

Carolyn Devonshire December 26, 2018 at 1:25 PM Stopping back with congratulations, Connie! Love, Carolyn

Heidi Sands December 26, 2018 at 12:09 PM Congratulations for your win with this beautiful poem :)

Wren Rushing December 26, 2018 at 9:53 AM Congratulations Connie on your win!

Constance La France December 26, 2018 at 8:47 AM Connie, so beautifully penned and congratulations on your win ~

Silent One December 26, 2018 at 8:21 AM What wonderful imagery, you did not need an image for this... A great poem for the contest...

Paul Callus December 26, 2018 at 7:30 AM I had no doubt this beautiful poem would be on the winners' list, Connie! Pleased to be back with deserved congratulations! Warm regards // paul

Bobby May December 26, 2018 at 7:06 AM Wow Connie your words flow like the waves of the ocean congratulations on your placement, stay safe and happy new year!!

Eve Roper December 25, 2018 at 11:29 PM Connie, a wonderful Couplet you've written with great imagery and flow. Thank you for entering my contest; congratulations on your third-place win. Wishing a very Merry Christmas to one and all. Hugs Eve ~`* Connie Marcum Wong December 26, 2018 at 12:51 AM Thank.you very much Eve. I feel honored to be on your winner's list with so many exquisite entries! Merry Christmas! : ) xxoo

Besma Riabi Dziri December 25, 2018 at 4:45 AM Should I blame time for not granting me a chance to honour your "Lighthouse Litany"! Should I blame myself for being so close to miss such a beauty! Should I blame my words for not rushing to give due veneration to you dear Connie! I wow your masterpiece! A depth and wealth of imagery and message! I tremendously enjoyed reading your gem and fave to me.. Warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas dear Connie. Be blessed always. Connie Marcum Wong December 25, 2018 at 5:10 PM What a lovely gift your comment has been to me Besma! Thank you so very much for your lovely comment and for the Fave. After reading other Lighthouse poems I felt mine paled in comparison but I do hope my love for them shines through. Christmas Blessings my friend. Love, Connie xxoo : )

Susan Ashley December 24, 2018 at 4:28 PM There is such a gentle reassurance in the beautiful imagery of your poem, Connie. Indeed, your lovely verse shines like the 'elevated beam into the night.' Gorgeous poetry. Warmest holiday wishes my inspiring friend.. ~Susan Connie Marcum Wong December 25, 2018 at 5:07 PM Thank you so very much Susan. I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas. Best wishes for a fantastic New Year! xxoo ; )

Charlie Smith December 24, 2018 at 4:19 PM Merry Christmas Connie, peace be with you...

Vladislav Raven December 24, 2018 at 12:16 PM Hi Connie, this is such a beautiful write. Gentle words to stir the soul. The lighthouse, a beacon of safety shining bright. Whether seen from sea or from land the lighthouse is a most beautiful sight, the harbour from the storm. This is such a wonderful write Connie. This has to be a fave. Have a wonderful Christmas Connie. hugs....Mike. XX Connie Marcum Wong December 25, 2018 at 12:48 AM Thank you so much Mike. Have a lovely Christmas! xxoo

Mike Gentile December 24, 2018 at 11:51 AM Connie, your lighthouse poem illuminates!!! Happy Holidays xxoo

Winged Warrior December 24, 2018 at 9:49 AM You are the lighthouse that brings us safely to shore...lovely verse Connie...have a wonderful holiday season my friend...love & light...^WW^

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