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I was a skilled, dedicated CIA agent, helping to preserve national security, By searching for and garnering information, as silvery rain ensures purity. Days were spent perusing foreign material, or viewing international news, Like walking a maze of crooked, green paths, in a pair of fancy red shoes. I wrote reports detailing these findings, to share with wise national leaders, As giddy news of mint spring, is spread by plumed, cherry blossom tweeters. On fine, fevered days of flurried joys, friends and I joked as in young days, Like a beautiful ballerina, rising to dance, when soft, exquisite music plays. Fabled family finally found time for visits, as fiery sun flattered the flowers, Like fun, frolicking, faded days of old, whence fascination filled gold hours. I lived in the amber house of starlings, when sun and song filled lusty days, Like joy from mountain to valley, when the rainbow for long moments stays. Sassy spring swept in with colors, around mottled sycamores of my street, Where scarlet became a sizzling passion, at the hour of sun sensation treat. Near neighbors never neglected to offer, newborn smiles of warm greeting, Like winking galaxies, on a threshold of stars, in nights that keep repeating. Sunny days were full of nectar, in bloom fields nearby the dragonfly palace, And red butterflies preceded green fireflies, flattering nature's wide canvas. Spiders spun their various, silken threads, lustrous in pure moonlight silver, And lemon clouds sailed blue seas of sky, in the hours of noontime treasure. A secret message was intercepted and decoded, on a day of plum surprises, It was of vital importance to national security, as when aromal smoke arises. The secret message must be gotten to the president, with all possible haste, So, I sealed it in a large, envelope, prior to wiping that computer. Why wait? But en route to the scheduled meeting, I discovered the secret file was lost, For it was nowhere inside of my briefcase, like perfumed flowers at first frost. I must have put it in my briefcase! Or hadn't I? I thereby retraced my steps. For efforts must be made to remove peace threats, in every day's footsteps! Sadness and desperation followed me, as I searched my desk and my office, Praying to the Lord above for help, as sweet mockingbirds kept up a chorus. And soon a coworker entered my office, with the secret file in her possession, Leaving on my desperate, anxious heart, a relieved and thankful impression! She said she had picked up the wrong file, and offered me sincere apologies, Like the languorous tranquility of summer, which can be felt on zingy breeze!

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Date: 1/11/2024 12:37:00 AM
Did you feel my heart flutter when you discovered the file missing? Another wonderful story. Ahh I just read a comment that says this was POTD.. Well congrats. I think ALL your stories should be POTD.. Searching for really good read, can be a difficult task. Now I know where to come. Thanks Evelyn. Write on dear poet.
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 1/11/2024 1:21:00 PM
I'm happy that you enjoyed this tale's suspense. Thanks so much for sharing your gratifying response. It's a wonderful feeling to know you're reading my work. I hope your day is a nice one. :)
Date: 12/29/2023 9:05:00 AM
Congratulations on being on the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup. A wonderful story/write/picture. Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
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Date: 12/29/2023 2:42:00 PM
Thank you for your kind thoughts and warm congratulations, my friend. Have a nice evening. :)
Date: 12/20/2023 1:48:00 PM
Evelyn, wonderful poem, I love the music too and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings
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Date: 12/20/2023 7:35:00 PM
Your lovely remarks are so much appreciated, Constance. :)
Date: 12/19/2023 11:07:00 AM
Congratulations on receiving POTD: just saw this. Well deserved really
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Date: 12/19/2023 11:36:00 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words of congratulations, Ink. :)
Date: 12/18/2023 4:15:00 PM
Wonderful POTD! One of the favorite lines: “I lived in the amber house of starlings, when sun and song filled lusty days“ Congratulations, Evelyn!
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Date: 12/18/2023 4:44:00 PM
Thank you so much for your very gratifying remarks, my dear Kim.
Date: 12/18/2023 7:50:00 AM
Sorry for such anguish. So the file was 'accidently' picked up by the wrong person? It's been going on for decades. At least in research that I was involved in. But , for you, probably an accidental occurrence. I do get paranoid. Thanks for a great poem.
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Date: 12/18/2023 10:58:00 AM
No need to be sorry, Hilda. My story is complete fiction, although I'm pleased that you find it credible. Thank you very much for your compliment.
Date: 12/17/2023 9:42:00 PM
Great poem, with feeling and mystery. Congratulations on POTD. Well said my friend. May you and your family have a wonderful Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Hugs eve
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Date: 12/17/2023 10:12:00 PM
I appreciate your lovely remarks very much, dear friend. Your enjoyment of this tale gladdens me. I wish all the joys of this holiday season to you and yours. Hugs :)
Date: 12/17/2023 6:49:00 PM
Evelyn : I think this is the greatest spoof I have ever read on the secret service however it smacks of certain reality as I think they are all lost in a dreamland LOL Well done I thoroughly enjoyed, Congrats on your POTD honor. SuZ
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Date: 12/17/2023 9:36:00 PM
Thank you so much for your kind words, and the thrill of your great compliment, SuZ. Blessings and hugs. ;)
Date: 12/17/2023 6:25:00 PM
Evelyn, your story is filled with suspense, exciting, yet tender moments. Such beautiful imagery, my dear friend. "Mission Accomplished," indeed. Your thoughts leave me in complete awe. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
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Date: 12/17/2023 9:33:00 PM
Thank you for your warm words of congratulations and well wishes, Brandy. They uplift and delight. Blessings and hugs.
Date: 12/17/2023 4:41:00 PM
Sheer enjoyment Evelyn. Thank you for sharing. Congratulations on the honor of POTD! :)
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Date: 12/17/2023 9:29:00 PM
You're quite welcome, Linda. I'm very gratified by your kind words.
Date: 12/17/2023 1:37:00 PM
Congratulations on POTD Evelyn! You are the best storyteller on PS. My Saturday go-to! The jazz video is soothing and inviting, like being at a piano bar. Just right for the Holiday season! Season's Greetings ~I Am Anaya
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:59:00 PM
Thank you for the compliment, and for your other kind expressions, Anaya. I hope your Christmas is merry and bright. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 8:51:00 AM
Your mysterious couplets with beautiful imagery deserve this POTD honor, my friend. Even the ending had a bit of mystery and intrigue. Did she share the information with her new lover, he is from the country of our greatest enemy? Congratulations Evelyn! enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:54:00 PM
Thank you for your lovely comments, Bill. I'm glad you enjoyed the mystery and intrigue of this tale. Merry Christmas!
Date: 12/17/2023 8:01:00 AM
You 'wore the coat and dagger' well in this POTD, Evelyn. Congratulations and Blessings, Gershon
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:48:00 PM
Sunglasses were also a great help, in concealing my identity. Deepest thanks, Gershon. :0
Date: 12/17/2023 7:30:00 AM
An anxious moment as panic sets in, then the sweet scent of relief, Very nicely penned Evelyn, Congrats on POTD
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:34:00 PM
Thank you for your gratifying remarks, Joe. I hope your day is nice.
Date: 12/17/2023 6:39:00 AM
Congratulations Ms. Evelyn on this very creative couplet, a worthy POTD recognition. I loved the colors and so much alliteration and where your imagination took me. Enjoy your honor and Merry Christmas to you.
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:31:00 PM
I appreciate your kind thoughts so much, Nancy. I'm very happy that you enjoyed this tale. A Merry Christmas to you, too. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 6:16:00 AM
I knew this was a winner. Nice choice to highlight for today
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:27:00 PM
Deepest thanks, my friend. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 5:50:00 AM
Evelyn, a great story in couplet form with a great ending. Congratulations on POTD.
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:26:00 PM
Your words are a delight, Tania. Thank you so much.
Date: 12/17/2023 5:42:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. Your "Mission Accomplished" is a wonderful story/write. Have a wonderful day with your win.......................
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:23:00 PM
Deepest thanks for the joy of your comments, Paula. Blessings. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 5:26:00 AM
congrats on POTD...enjoyed the read, especially the rhymes and alliterations Have a splendid day!
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:22:00 PM
Your words warm my heart. Thank you, Sara.
Date: 12/17/2023 4:42:00 AM
Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Evelyn. Enjoy your special day, today.
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:21:00 PM
Thank you for the sunshine of your warm words, Vijay.
Date: 12/17/2023 4:25:00 AM
Brilliant, Evelyn. Great alliteration! Congratulations on POTD!
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:17:00 PM
Thank you very much, my friend.
Date: 12/17/2023 4:14:00 AM
Profound and poetic,very worthy of a POTD choice Evelyn, congratulations. Hugs
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:15:00 PM
Thank you so much for your congratulations and lovely compliments, Maria. Hugs.
Date: 12/17/2023 2:08:00 AM
Dear, sweet Evelyn, many heartfelt congratulations on this wonderful, so worthy POTD. It’s so beautifully written with amazing couplets and so poetically descriptive. Wonderful flow from your glorious pen full of vivid imagery. The poem really comes ‘alive’. Thank you for sharing your immense talent. Enjoy your celebratory day my lovely friend. You deserve it. Hugs and lots of smiles :):)
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:12:00 PM
I appreciate your gracious, lovely remarks more than words can say, dear friend. Thank you for your kind words of congratulations. Blessings and hugs. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 1:31:00 AM
Awesome Couplet Evelyn. Very well elaborated. "Sunny days were full of nectar, in bloom fields nearby the dragonfly palace, And red butterflies preceded green fireflies, flattering nature's wide canvas". I loved especially that verse, but it's exceptional from the beginning until the last word. Good choice to be awarded. Many Congratulations on the POTD. Good work Evelyn. Blessing!
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Date: 12/17/2023 2:04:00 PM
So glad you enjoyed this tale, Maria. Thank you very much for your kind expressions. Hugs. :)
Date: 12/17/2023 1:14:00 AM
Amazing potd! Congrats Eve!
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Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 12/17/2023 2:00:00 PM
Heartfelt thanks, Karen. :)
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