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Sometimes life brings us showers, But showers bring us flowers And flowers bring me joy. Singing and dancing in the rain bring me joy. But you bring me more. More than Beethoven, Brahms and Mozart, More than the red robin and the swing in the park, More than skating on the frozen lake floor, You bring me more. More than paintings by Van Gogh, More than seeing the sparkling white snow, More than gazing at the moon out my door, Yes, you bring me more. More laughter and smiles Across a thousand miles. More magical feelings and fun, And in my heart lives the warmth of the sun Because you bring me more.
By: Carole O'Terry Duet "All Rights Reserved"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Marc Avatar
July 8, 2019 at 12:20 AM
Great poem Carole. "In my heart lives the warmth of the sun" :)
Duet Avatar
July 8, 2019 at 12:35 AM
Thank you, P.M. That is what love does/did for me...if it only had lasted...............Carole ;(
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April 29, 2018 at 8:16 PM
Hello Carole,this poem is beautifully written. I like this last verse. have a nice evening my friend.
Duet Avatar
May 1, 2018 at 2:10 AM
Thank you again, Darlene. I'm so glad you liked "More". Hope you have a nice morning/afternoon/evening/night too dear friend. Carole :D
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February 27, 2018 at 3:43 PM
Simply succulent poetry, Carole. From the succinct title to the romantic refrain ... you bring me more. A comparative phrasing that illuminates your love for the object of your affection. The weaving of the tapestry of culture ... nature ... and innervisions expressed makes this a gem of a poem. Really was moved by this poem. I can sense it was a labor of love. Star bright write. Love and joy always.
Duet Avatar
March 1, 2018 at 1:01 AM
Thank you so much, Freddie. What a lovely comment! And, yes, it was a "labor of love". Carole:D
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February 24, 2018 at 8:01 PM
Back with congrats for a most deserving placement, Carole. Well done.
Duet Avatar
February 25, 2018 at 12:03 AM
Thank you so much, Line. I really appreciate it. Carole
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February 22, 2018 at 11:25 AM
You did a very good job of creating a powerful emotional statement. The message is clear and truly poetically expressed. Emile.
Duet Avatar
February 23, 2018 at 3:04 PM
Thanks, Emile. Your input is valuable to me. Carole :D
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February 20, 2018 at 2:37 PM
Carole, I just read your blog but I do not see a video here!
Duet Avatar
February 23, 2018 at 3:47 PM
The video is added back now! :D
Duet Avatar
February 23, 2018 at 3:04 PM
I had to delete the video at least until after the contest is over, Andrea. Carole
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February 19, 2018 at 10:17 PM
I think this write is as sweet, lighthearted and lyrical as sunshine is warm. It is a skip thru the highs of love, the joys and sparks of love and could be aimed at anyone who is loved from a grandparent to a spouse. I enjoyed it very much, I felt like I was frolicking thru the greenest of soft, green grass. A joy to read, Carole - r u thinking of doing 'more'/something specific with it? Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Duet Avatar
February 20, 2018 at 12:10 AM
I'm so glad you enjoyed this poem, CayCay, and thank you for reading and for your lovely comment. Yes, I would like to have these lyrics become a song but only time will tell.
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February 19, 2018 at 1:06 PM
Lovely poem, Carole. Beautifully uplifting poem, the imagery is marvelous. Well done.
Duet Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 1:09 PM
Thank you, Line. Your comment is so "uplifting". Carole :D
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February 19, 2018 at 11:23 AM
LOVE it, Carole!!! It's a magical little verse. I'll go reply to your soupmail now.
Duet Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 11:36 AM
Thanks, Andrea. Yes, being in love is "magical" and love is my muse. So glad you liked this one. Carole :D
Lindley Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 10:17 AM
Truly love the positive repetition of the the goal of joy and giving more!! Great flow, imagery and creativity my talented friend. So refreshing to read this fine morn.. A fav...,
Duet Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 11:05 AM
Thank you for your lovely comment, Robert, and thank you for the "fav". Carole :D
Smith Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 9:09 AM
Lovely write Carole, almost lyrical. Sweet natured always makes me happy...
Duet Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 11:06 AM
Thank you so much, Charlie. I had chosen "lyric" as the form at first. Happy to make you "happy". Carole :D
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February 19, 2018 at 7:13 AM
It is a pleasure to read your poem today, Carole. It has a wonderful flow and joyful personality. It's like a song with happy lyrics. Once I started reading, the poem held my attention from start to end--a hallmark of a great poem.
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February 19, 2018 at 11:10 AM
Thank you for reading, Vijay. Actually, I wrote it as a song but then changed it to "couplet" but I think it would make a nice song. Carole :D
One Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 5:56 AM
This is a beautiful poem full of joy and happiness.. Love to see you dancing in the rain, but be careful it is not cold...
Duet Avatar
February 19, 2018 at 11:11 AM
Thanks, ZZ. I really appreciate your reading "More" and your comment. Carole :D
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February 19, 2018 at 2:35 AM
- A beautiful poem, Carole - We can not wish for more than this, but sharing it with the one you love ... it will be twice as much :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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February 19, 2018 at 11:17 AM
HI Anne-Lise! Thank you so much for reading and your comment and by-the-way, I did! Carole :D
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February 18, 2018 at 2:37 AM
I'm certainly in love with this poem of yours Carole, just what I needed to brighten up an already beautiful Sunday, and it delivered in bucket loads, it gave so much MORE. Carole take a bow this is indeed one of your best and a fave for me. Takes me to a Happy Place....Maria
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February 19, 2018 at 11:20 AM
OH Maria, thank you so much for your lovely comment and for the "fave". I really appreciate it. Carole :D
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June 8, 2017 at 1:45 PM
Hi! Congratulations on your win. I like the way the words flow throuh this whole poem. I am happy that you are getting your more.
Duet Avatar
June 8, 2017 at 6:15 PM
Thank you, Darlene. This is one of my personal favorite poems since I was so happy when I wrote it.
Wolf Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 3:21 AM
Just back to congratulate you on your win! Well done!
Duet Avatar
April 10, 2017 at 4:17 PM
Thank you, my muse. ;-)
White Avatar
April 9, 2017 at 1:46 AM
Budgie is right, it asks for more Carole, this is wonderful :) More magic in our lives, and more love. So well deserved placement, congratulations!
Duet Avatar
April 9, 2017 at 5:12 AM
Thank you, Darren. I didn't realize I had placed in another contest. Yay! lol Anyway, I'm glad you liked it. Also, thanks for recommending Mark Massey to me for composing the music to one of my poems: "Be Careful" Check it out even though it still needs a little revising. I really love writing lyrics and I might ask him to compose some music for "More". Carole
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April 8, 2017 at 6:43 AM
Hello Carole, An extraordinary lyric here!! I certainly agree with Mike Clarke's comments too (below). Your build out and expressions starting from the fifth verse (first stanza): "But you bring me more," for me, are both exquisite and enchanting with the combination and integration of words, tone, and imagery that you use. And your final verse completes the whole image of this lyric. This is really a beautifully done lyric. SEVEN/FAV/!! Continued Best Wishes, Gary
Bateman Avatar
April 13, 2017 at 7:41 PM
Yes!! Carole -- please to keep writing more!! I shall do the same!! Cheers and Best, Gary
Duet Avatar
April 9, 2017 at 4:55 AM
Oh thank you so much, Gary. You are most kind. You just made me want to write...you guessed it: MORE! lol
Raven Avatar
April 1, 2017 at 3:00 PM
Hi Carole, a wonderful lyric. More, you keep writing like this and you shall bet more and more adulation for your writes. This one sings so gently into the heart. Such an excellent song. If there had been more i for one would have read on happily. Your pen runs gold Carole. This has to be a seven. Hugs....Mike. XX
Duet Avatar
April 5, 2017 at 5:59 PM
Thank you so much, Raven. Your comment means "more" to me than you know. Carole Duet
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April 1, 2017 at 12:35 PM
to bring more joy to someone than everything they find joyful is very powerful indeed..my first thought after reading you expression of joy
Duet Avatar
April 5, 2017 at 5:57 PM
Yes, it is, Frederic. Thank you so much for your "powerful" comment. Carole Duet
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March 26, 2017 at 1:36 PM
Lovely poem Carole, a joy to read, Roy. :))
Duet Avatar
March 26, 2017 at 7:10 PM
Thank you, Roy. Glad you liked it. Carole Duet
Wolf Avatar
March 26, 2017 at 2:28 AM
What a sweet poem, Ngetal! It makes the reader want MORE!
Duet Avatar
March 26, 2017 at 7:12 PM
Well, Wolfie, I'm so glad you want 'more'. :) Happy you liked it.
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