Carolyn Devonshire Poet Free verse

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Missing

Chris

Missing Chris

I reminisce, I miss
My beloved friend Chris

If only just once more
We could stroll ‘round the block

On evenings beneath starry skies
Chris sang, “Strangers in the Night”

But we were far from strangers
For 18 years we were like siblings

Inseparable
Traveling 
     Laughing
          Sharing a love for football
              
Working side by side
Broadcasting state news

Chris drove me to the doctor
When I was afraid to go

Then stayed in my guest room
During his two bouts with cancer

Dad wanted me to find love again
“Why can’t you find someone like Chris?” he asked

But I’d already found him
Platonic, but strong, was our love

Now on lonely evenings
I search my heart for memories

So dear was our time together
Sixteen years later, I still can’t believe he’s gone

I picture him with health and humor
Sharing endless conversations

To this day
My beloved friend Chris
I reminisce, I miss



*March 22 2021.
For James Edward Lee’s “I Reminisce, I Miss” contest

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Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:18 AM A twin soul for certain Carolyn. I have someone very dear to me who passed away 47 years ago. He is with me in thought every day. I believe your friend will be waiting with open arms for you when you pass into the next realm. This is a lovely offering for the contest. Congratulations on your win! Blessings xxoo

Kim Merryman April 13, 2021 at 8:55 PM Beautifully written, Carolyn! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M

Paula Goldsmith April 13, 2021 at 3:12 PM Congratulations on your win. A magical story/write. "Love It" A very special friend is from heaven. I have had a few. I can't wait to see them once again in heaven. Have a blessed day..............

Panagiota Romios March 27, 2021 at 2:10 PM Carolyn! Well written and touching. I had a female friend who was like a sister. We were way different but the closest friend I had. Cancer took her out of my Life. Years later, I still miss Pam! Can relate well to your verses. Hugs, Panagiota (Pangie) xx

Victor Buhagiar March 26, 2021 at 12:27 PM Stupendous poem. A dear friend that left this vale of tears, never to be forgotten.

Mystic Rose Rose March 23, 2021 at 4:14 PM We always miss the beautiful souls that made our lives meaningful and complete. Through those memories we find strength in our daily lives today. Glad I read this tender poem dear Carolyn, hope your keeping well, sending love and prayers your way, :) Carolyn Devonshire March 24, 2021 at 1:35 PM I'm well, Hon, and hope you are too! Thanks for reading.

Alexis Y. March 23, 2021 at 9:47 AM WoW! Carolyn, What a moving and heartfelt poem about a “ special” friendship. To find a special friend like Chris is such a blessing for however long we are in their company. This is so fitting for the contest theme. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day:-) Alexis Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2021 at 1:18 PM Thank you, Alexis. He really was special.

Judy Ball March 23, 2021 at 5:34 AM WoW! A friend and a brother. It's seldom we find a kindred spirit like that. When we lose that friend there is a hole in our life and in our heart. I feel for you my friend. I had a friend like that too. A friend and a sister. My friend Alice . Cancer took her too. This is a fine tribute to someone you truly loved. God Bless my friend, JB Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2021 at 12:30 PM I'm sorry you lost Alice. Cancer took three of my friends. I'm sure you miss Alice, Judy. My sympathies.

Joanna Daniel March 22, 2021 at 8:54 PM Must have been a special friend, Carolyn, lovely tribute to him:)

Lindsay Laurie March 22, 2021 at 3:35 PM Hello Carolyn … I really felt for you as you wrote of a wonderful friendship. A lovely tribute indeed Carolyn - Lindsay Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2021 at 1:23 PM Thank you for reading, Lindsay!

Gordon Mcconnell March 22, 2021 at 3:09 PM Such a lovely piece Carolyn, such find memories you have of Chris. Be thankful of these fond memories for better they are are than no memories. Have a blessed day, Gordon Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2021 at 1:23 PM Yes, the memories are cherished. Thanks for reading, Gordon.

Andrea Dietrich March 22, 2021 at 2:33 PM I feel this way about Dale. you did a GREAT job here, Carolyn.

L Milton Hankins March 22, 2021 at 2:31 PM What a wonderful tribute to a real friend. I think many will relate to this poem, Carolyn, because so many of us have lost dear friends. I recently lost my dear 98-year-old friend Dave, with whom I shared Wednesday lunch the past twenty years! We will always miss them...until someday, I think, we will be reunited in spirit. Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2021 at 12:24 PM Yes, I believe you and your friend Dave will be reunited, Milton. I'm sorry you lost him. Hold the memories in your heart.

Vijay Pandit March 22, 2021 at 12:03 PM You two have been blessed with such an adorable friendship. Alas, sad that you lost your friend. May you find comfort in those memories you so eloquently recalled in this poem, Carolyn. And your poem is a definite win in my books.

Jan Allison March 22, 2021 at 11:58 AM aww Carolyn from your lovely descriptive poem its evident he was a very special guy. hugs Jan xx

Darlene De Beaulieu March 22, 2021 at 11:47 AM Hello Carolyn Devonshire, this sounds like a winner to me. enjoy your day my friend.

Tom Cunningham March 22, 2021 at 11:41 AM A lovely tribute to Chris Carolyn, he had a huge impact on your life. You have very fond memories of him. Tom

Anne-Lise Andresen March 22, 2021 at 11:19 AM - Heartbreaking, Carolyn ... would love to bring him back to you ... if I could - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Carolyn Devonshire March 22, 2021 at 11:22 AM Chris was special, Sunshine. I never met anyone who could make me laugh so hard. Thanks for reading!

Joseph May March 22, 2021 at 10:47 AM A romantic song on walks round the block Sounds like a beautiful friendship Carolyn...best wishes

Victor Buhagiar March 22, 2021 at 10:46 AM Nothing worse than a lost friend. I try to not remember but can't stop. Carolyn Devonshire March 22, 2021 at 11:11 AM Yes, and as we grow older our friends disappear at a more rapid rate. I cherish memories of Chris. Thanks for reading!