More To Me Than Air

Since
I lost all those I love
even my little baby prince
to that heavenly place above,
                     my writing is my life and all;
                     from a dark pit I had to crawl
it took me from a vast ghost land,
my sweet MUSE took me by the hand,
now, in serenity I stand.
                    My writing is my life and all;
                    from a dark pit I had to crawl.
I pen words from a wounded soul,
    my writing giving me release;
from inner talk that wants control,
      words take me to a place of peace.
                     Writing is like breathing fresh air,
                     my words let me lay my soul bare.
    Dark death I push away,
    in lush green fields I lay;
yes, writing means more to me - since.

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June 18, 2019


Poetry/Rhyme/More to Me Than Air
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Poem of the Day - June 19, 2019


Written for the contest, More To Me
sponsor, William Kekaula

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Ashley Avatar
July 10, 2019 at 8:18 PM
Your tender poem is rich in poignant emotion that moves me so very deeply, Dear Heart. Your artful expression is as captivating as it is touching. Congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTD honors. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan
Theraven Avatar
July 7, 2019 at 6:28 PM
Dear Heart, I like this poem. There's nothing like a write from the heart. And your's is one of a cherished few that ever could, ever would, or ever did. -Richard
Hamilton Avatar
July 6, 2019 at 7:19 PM
Congrats on two fine accomplishments, this is one of your best Constance, well done!
Wilson Avatar
July 5, 2019 at 10:20 AM
Heartfelt and well written, I can feel your hurt.
Foster Avatar
July 3, 2019 at 5:10 PM
My heart is bleeding my friend. Hugs to you. So very strong... Wonderfully written. Ann
Dietrich Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 1:13 AM
This is so poignant. Fantastic dear heart and co ngrats
La France Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 11:35 AM
Andrea, thanks for the congrats and the compliment !
Warrior Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 9:23 PM
Congrats!!! on the win my friend...superbly done Constance...^WW^
La France Avatar
June 28, 2019 at 11:35 AM
WW, thank you for the congrats and compliment, appreciate !
Gauthier Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 2:19 PM
Congrats on your well deserved win, Constance.
La France Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 5:05 PM
Line, thanks for the congrats !
Watson Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 11:51 AM
Congratulations on your win with this heartfelt expression of the sad path life has lead you down, Constance. I am glad that writing has brought you some comfort and that you allow us to share this gift.
La France Avatar
June 27, 2019 at 5:06 PM
Wendy, thanks for the congratulations and the nice comment, appreciate ~
Mcgee Avatar
June 22, 2019 at 6:39 PM
Poignant. Beautiful. Congrats on POTD and best of luck in More to Me. J
La France Avatar
June 23, 2019 at 2:51 PM
Jeanne, thanks for the beautiful and the congrats ~
Rodrigues Avatar
June 22, 2019 at 7:59 AM
Congrats on a most deserving POTD!
La France Avatar
June 22, 2019 at 8:03 AM
Kim, thanks so much !
Ibeh Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 2:34 PM
A belated POTD congratulations on a truly stellar write, Constance:-) Loved this.
La France Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 2:39 PM
Edward, thank you so much ~
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 12:01 PM
Writing poetry can be so cathartic Constance. It not only helps you but others who are coping with loss too. This poem is beautifully written and deserving of the honor of POTD. Congratulations! : ) xxoo
La France Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 2:40 PM
Connie, thanks for the nice comment and congratulations !
Krutsinger Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 6:45 AM
Gorgeously done; so well-felt, and heart-felt, and sad and true. We have to find something to not get rid of the sad, for that cannot be done, but to somehow push it out for a little bit. Congratulations on POTD my friend.
La France Avatar
June 21, 2019 at 2:41 PM
Caren, thanks for the nice comment and the congratulations ~
Rodrigues Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 3:26 PM
From your heart to our ears. You must have great compassion for the likewise suffering, sweet friend! Well written with super refrains! I think this will make the top. GL!
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 6:11 PM
Kim, thanks for the lovely comment and compliments ~
Pigeon Tart Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 6:52 AM
Your tender honesty trademark of your poetry, this is no exception. Lovely done. Congratulations for your POTD honours. xomo
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:48 AM
Maureen, thank you for the compliment and the congratulations ~
Pandit Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 6:48 AM
Congratulations on poem of the day, Dear Heart..so heartfelt..touching.
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:47 AM
Vijay, thanks very much ~
Cunningham Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 1:54 AM
A very emotional write Constance, well deserved honour on POTD. Tom
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:47 AM
Thank you so much, Tom!
Proxenos Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 12:20 AM
Wow, I love the powerful emotion you have put across. Congratulations from the bottom of my heart - a well deserved poem of the day! Hugs, Jennifer.
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:46 AM
Jennifer, thanks for that sweet comment and the congratulations ~
Nicole Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 11:32 PM
So beautiful and tender. Your thoughts hold me so close, as you gracefully express why your heart aches, yet you are lifted- in poetic moments. I wish to save this in my favorites. When one can bring you into their world, through emotions alone- it is truly amazing. A talented writer you are my dear friend. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. ~ Brandy
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:46 AM
Brandy, thank you for that lovely comment and compliment, and for the FAV, on congratulations, appreciate ~
Roper Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 9:43 PM
Congratulations on POTD :)
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:45 AM
Thanks Eve !
Messina Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 8:31 PM
Beautiful Constance, congratulations on POTD :)
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:45 AM
Thank you Charlie !
Warrior Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 7:32 PM
There is certainly more to you DH...Congrats!!! on POTD!!...best of luck for the contest too, Constance...^WW^
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:44 AM
Thank you so much WW, appreciate !
Kitchin Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 7:10 PM
Constance, congratulations on POTD, a well deserved honor!
La France Avatar
June 20, 2019 at 7:43 AM
Thank you Tania, that sure was a surprise !
Wanter Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 6:36 PM
And you have a gift! Congratulations!
La France Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 6:52 PM
Oh wow, what a surprise, thank you !
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