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My Favorite Poet

I have a sacred longing 
to read your exquisite words,
to memorize by heart my 
favorite passionate lines.
Those ardent words lift my
spirits to beyond the ethers.
Your capacity to enchant my
heart surpasses all others 
and leaves me with a breathless 
yearning, compelled to read more.
Your golden pen expresses 
such impassioned feelings,
I too percieve, that are buried 
deep within my sensitive soul.

As you avow a continuity of 
ardor that burns brightly, you
illuminate my senses with 
a brilliance unfathomable.
To comprehend the depth 
of your poetry is to try to
relate the secrets of our 
unknown universe in the
shining stars light years into
the past that form our future.
I retire now to become lost
in the magnificence of you!

9-11-18


*Lord Byron

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Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 11/3/2018 4:31:00 PM

I'm glad I stopped by here and didn't read the poet's name until the end. Was trying to imagine which one could captivate you so and smiled when I saw Lord Byron's name. The British Romantic Period generated some of the finest poetry that is still read and admired today. An excellent tribute to a master poet! Hugs, Carolyn

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 10/11/2018 1:45:00 AM

I must dig his poetry out from my shelves. Thank you for prompting me. Many kind wishes, Kai

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/11/2018 2:44:00 AM

Thank you Kai. A favorite of mine is Byron's 'Remind Me Not Remind Me Not'. You can read it here on PS. Blessings, Connie

Duke Beaufort

Date: 10/11/2018 12:30:00 AM

You did this in a way that makes it look easy although we know is is not. You are kind to take time for praise.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/11/2018 2:40:00 AM

I had difficulty finding adjectives that were worthy of his brilliance Duke. Thank you very much! : )

Vladislav Raven

Date: 10/10/2018 8:22:00 AM

Hi Connie, such a creatively wonderful write on your favourite poet. Byron can touch you in so many ways. Your poem brings out your love for this special poet. Your verse flows so easily. It seems that belated congrats should be given. Belated congratulations on your win Connie, a beautiful write. This one is a fave. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/11/2018 2:37:00 AM

Thank you very much Mike. This poem is meaningful to me because this wonderful poet first inspired me to want to write poetry. I truly appreciate the fave my friend. : )

Subimal Sinha-Roy

Date: 10/8/2018 3:37:00 AM

Congratulations, Connie on your well deserved win with such a beautifully flowing words in the verse.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/11/2018 2:38:00 AM

Thank you very much Subimal! : )

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/6/2018 1:37:00 PM

Wow - a lovely poem, Connie. Superbly penned. Congrats on your most deserving win.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/6/2018 5:49:00 PM

Thank you very much Line. My poem was more serious than she was looking for, so I am happy to have gotten on her list. : )

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 10/5/2018 4:46:00 PM

You lit up the page with your bright poem, I think you own a golden pen yourself dear Connie, congratulations on your win. Have a wonderful day.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/6/2018 5:46:00 PM

Thank you Pixie, for such a sweet comment: )

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 10/5/2018 2:21:00 PM

"As you avow a continuity of ardor that burns brightly, you illuminate my senses with a brilliance unfathomable." - This Connie is what REAL POETRY sounds like to me! All of these poems should have been in the number one place! It is so difficult when they are written this profoundly! You are amazing, Connie. Thank you for entering! Congratulations!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/5/2018 2:56:00 PM

Thank you very much for my fifth placement in your contest Caren. This contest must have been so difficult to judge. I have read some of the winners and they are so outstanding! Hugs, Connie : )

Wendy Watson

Date: 10/5/2018 11:29:00 AM

You have totally convinced me that I should spend some time in perusal of his works, Connie. Congratulations on a well deserved win. Wendy

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 10/5/2018 3:00:00 PM

He is a marvel Wendy. I visited a used bookstore in Sydney Australia and found an early copy of Lord Byron's poetry. What a find! He started me on a journey to begin writing my own poetry. I have always expressed myself by writing, but poetry is now my passion. Thank you Wendy. : )

Carrie Richards

Date: 9/23/2018 2:48:00 PM

I agree with Paul. What a beautiful tribute, and if only the writers of such exquisite poetry could know how it touches the human heart, .....it would give life purpose and such value just to know :)

Paul Callus

Date: 9/19/2018 12:04:00 PM

Connie, this beautiful tribute leans on the romantic...sounds like one deeply in love with a poet & his poetry. Lord Byron was an excellent choice. ~ Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/19/2018 12:26:00 PM

Yes Paul, his poetry so affected me that his words inspired me to want to write poetry. Thank you Paul. : )

Lewis Raynes

Date: 9/12/2018 1:01:00 PM

Wow, a great tribute. :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 9/12/2018 12:52:00 PM

A lovely dedication Connie, well written. Tom

Winged Warrior

Date: 9/12/2018 12:01:00 PM

Your pen drips Byron, my dear poet...well executed Connie...love & Byron...^WW^

Bette Bavington

Date: 9/12/2018 9:43:00 AM

I enjoy reading different poets lord Byron is one of my favorites too. Marianne Moore was a poet that really got me hooked in to writing poetry when I was a freshman in high school. You did an awesome tribute. May our words be just as memorable to some one else.

Mike Gentile

Date: 9/12/2018 8:20:00 AM

Connie, your exquisite tribute reads like a love letter and I guess it is, of sorts. You've mastered beautiful lines of passion. I'm gonna check out Lord Byron. Happy Wednesday xxoo

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/12/2018 11:19:00 AM

Thank you Mike. Check out Lord Byron's poem 'Remind Me Not Remind Me Not' one of my favorites of his work. It is here on PS. You have a great rest of the week my friend. : ) xxoo

M. L. Kiser

Date: 9/12/2018 4:45:00 AM

That was beautiful, Connie; a very pleasant and romantic read. Well done!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/12/2018 2:07:00 AM

An excellent choice Connie.

Lyric Man

Date: 9/11/2018 10:49:00 PM

Connie, Your stirring words are incredible and the aspiration of every poet who writes about love. I would wish these heartfelt feelings to one day be expressed by someone in regards to my writings. In that sense, I find this work of yours quite inspirational!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/11/2018 11:48:00 PM

Thank you so very much Dave. Many poets are familiar with his shorter poems like 'She Walks in Beauty'. I love 'Remind Me Not Remind Me Not'. For him to be remembered after so many years is a testament to his enduring fame. I think every poet would love being remembered for their poetry for that is where their passion lies. : ) xxoo

Matthew Anish

Date: 9/11/2018 8:40:00 PM

Who is your favorite poet? You certainly have given him - or her - high praise in this stimulating ode. Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/11/2018 10:53:00 PM

The classic romantic poet Lord Byron who died at the young age of 36 (1788–1824). His poetry inspired me to begin writing poetry four decades ago. Thank you Matthew. Maybe I better include his name in a note with my poem. : )

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/11/2018 8:38:00 PM

Your deep appreciation, for your favorite poet, shines with heartfelt beauty and golden inspiration, Connie. A lovely piece. Warmest wishes my friend.. ~Susan

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/11/2018 4:14:00 PM

VERY inspired writing, Connie! This poet endured the test of time and will long live in the minds of those who study classical poetry.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 9/11/2018 4:20:00 PM

I agree Andrea. He had the ability to make one empathize with his joys and sorrows. Thank you Andrea. : )

Chris Green

Date: 9/11/2018 3:27:00 PM

Such an enchanting and beautiful poem that is obvious comes straight from the heart. This was gorgeous Connie. An amazing tribute to one who inspires you so.