Connie Marcum Wong Poet Free verse

My Home Anacreontic Verse

You were my home
My refuge,
My place of peace,
My protection,
My Hawaiian
Melody
Where love always
Welcomed me
With a warm hug,
A knowing gaze,
A celestial
Connection
Where our words
Were not needed.
A place where
Understanding
And acceptance 
Dwelled within
A huge beating
Humble heart
That was in
Rhythm with mine.
So Divine!
Then sadly you died.
Now I am homeless.

4-14-21

Anacreontic Verse Poetry Contest
Sponsor Silent One

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Valsa George January 4, 2022 at 7:38 PM Sorry to listen to this sad story ! This poem is so beautifully written.... Connie and tugs at my heart strings. A shelter can be a roof above our head or a person who is a source of comfort in life through and through. When we lose it, the pain is unspeakable .

Paula Goldsmith August 1, 2021 at 10:20 AM WOW!!! Congratulations on your win. What a sad story/write. Losing a love one is a trip through hell. I love how you started with "My refuge" and ended with "I am homeless." I am so sorry. Have a blessed day with your win...............

Silent One July 29, 2021 at 6:50 AM Sorry, I've not been around.. Not much free time at the moment, and that means not enough time for Poetry Soup... Thank you for writing for my contest and apologies it took so long to judge.. Congratulations on your placement... Connie Marcum Wong August 6, 2021 at 2:48 AM Thank you for your first placement Silent. This has been a very turbulent year for me. Two months ago my son died and now my last son is in the hospital after going through surgery for an aneurysm. He cannot move his left side but I am very hopeful one day he may regain the ability to walk. My dear husband has been gone for one year now. I have tried but I just cannot write poetry at this time. Bless you xxoo

John Fleming May 1, 2021 at 8:42 AM May the great seeing, omnipotent eye watch over you always, Connie...and ensure you are safe and content when held in the gaze of his all encompassing vigilance. Aloha! Your friend. :) john Connie Marcum Wong May 14, 2021 at 11:52 PM I was very moved by your sincere comment John. Thank you for your sympathy which is very much appreciated. I am still in awe of the wonderful poem you wrote to honor my husband and me. Thank you again. Blessings Always, Connie

Funom Makama April 27, 2021 at 6:13 PM Oh my dear.. I am deeply touched and so so sorry for your loss. It is not a pleasant experience losing a love one and I hope you get all the comfort that you need. Above all, stay strong, life will still smile at you in different ways. So sorry Connie

Jennifer Proxenos April 21, 2021 at 11:07 AM Oh Connie, I shed some tears whilst reading this gem my friend. The pain must be hard to bear when a loving partner passes on, I am so sorry, but your wonderful children and grandchildren will always be there for you. Love and hugs, Jennifer. Connie Marcum Wong April 24, 2021 at 6:22 PM Thank you very much Jennifer. I am doing better now and adjusting to life without him. I am very blessed to have my daughter and granddaughter living with me. My granddaughter is an angel and really helps me a lot. We are homeschooling her. Hugs Connie

Lindsay Laurie April 19, 2021 at 6:42 PM Hello Connie ... very moving indeed. A lovely tribute that displays that love never dies - thank you Connie - Lindsay Connie Marcum Wong April 20, 2021 at 10:05 AM I miss him every day. Thank you Lindsay. Blessings xxoo

Gary Radice April 19, 2021 at 1:58 AM A poignant poem Connie that truly celebrates love. It's not just a lovely poetic tribute to your late husband but a lovely poetic tribute to you both - Gary Connie Marcum Wong April 19, 2021 at 11:41 PM Thank you so much for your lovely insightful comment Gary. It is much appreciated. Blessings

Line Gauthier April 18, 2021 at 9:00 AM Beautiful, Connie ~ so moving Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:09 AM Thank you very much Line. I hope you are well. Blessings xxoo

Paulette Calasibetta April 18, 2021 at 7:46 AM Connie, a beautiful yet sad piece that deeply touches ones heart. Take Care, Paulette Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:08 AM Thank you very much Paulette. I appreciate your lovely comment. Blessings xxoo

JC Brul April 18, 2021 at 6:38 AM So very sad! But this is such a splendid write! Best wishes in the contest Connie.. Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:08 AM Thank you very much JCB. I was really missing my husband on Easter when I wrote this. He was my inspiration for most of my poetry. Blessings xxoo

Jennifer Proxenos April 17, 2021 at 7:40 AM Connie you will always be a talented poetess and you will always have your guardian angel watching over you, never far from you. Beautiful Connie, Blessings and hugs, hope this rates as a top win. Jennifer. Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:06 AM Thank you Jennifer. I can feel the presence of my angels. They constantly answer my pleas for help. Blessings xxoo

Heidi Sands April 17, 2021 at 7:03 AM This is so beautifully written Connie! Bless you, my friend :) Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:04 AM Thank you sweet Heidi. Blessings xxoo

Paul Callus April 16, 2021 at 8:13 AM Beautiful memories, Connie, but how sad it is to lose someone so very close to you, the one you shared a life with! Take care...blessings, my friend. // paul Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:03 AM It is a process Paul. I am doing fine, I wrote this on Easter while really missing my husband this first year without him. Thank you for your understanding and insight in losing a mate. Blessings xxoo

Carolyn Devonshire April 15, 2021 at 10:24 AM Although I'm not familiar with the form, your poem is sad but sweet. The reader can sense the great love you and your hubby shared. I hope this sensitive, loving poem earns a top spot in the contest. Hugs for you, Hon. Love, Carolyn Connie Marcum Wong April 18, 2021 at 11:01 AM Thank you Carolyn. I am keeping your brother in my prayers. I hope things are better? Blessings Love, Connie xxoo

Joanna Daniel April 15, 2021 at 5:51 AM This one tugs at the heartstrings, dear Connie, only time can heal the pain of your loss.. till then write on:) sending you hugs and prayers:) Connie Marcum Wong April 15, 2021 at 10:20 AM Thank you dear Jo. I am doing well, but just miss him very much. I am still handling his affairs. As soon as I sell his truck most will be taken care of. I am caring for my sweet granddaughter that we are homeschooling and that keeps me very busy. I hope you are well. Blessings xxoo

Judy Ball April 14, 2021 at 11:47 PM So much sadness and emotion in this piece Connie. Very touching. I hope it's a winner. God Bless, JB Connie Marcum Wong April 15, 2021 at 3:25 AM It helps knowing he is now free of pain. Thank you very much Judy. I hope you are well? Blessings xxoo

Alexis Y. April 14, 2021 at 7:37 PM Hi Connie, You've penned such a well-written, touching write. I echo what Andrea said; you poured your feelings out this write. The love that you shared with your beloved is evident in this write. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful evening-Alexis Connie Marcum Wong April 15, 2021 at 3:22 AM My poem describes the way he was and I think the way he thought of himself too. Thank you Alexis. I hope you are well. Blessings xxoo

Sandra Adams April 14, 2021 at 2:52 PM you did well with this form...so bittersweet are your words,but i can only imagine that emptiness... hugs and blessings Connie Marcum Wong April 15, 2021 at 3:18 AM I am kept busy caring for my granddaughter we are homeschooling Sandra. Thank you very much. I hope you are well. Blessings xxoo

Andrea Dietrich April 14, 2021 at 1:54 PM I like how you put your feelings into this one. This form is so well suited for that. I think this form is amazing and so is your poem, Connie. I hope you are doing ok on your own. I know you are dealing with so many problems and that the muse was not with you lately, but let's hope it can return soon!! Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:15 PM Thank you Andrea. It is good to be back reading poetry. My daughter, Michelle, encouraged me to get back into poetry. Have a great day. Blessings xxoo

Tom Cunningham April 14, 2021 at 1:43 PM The loss of a dear loved one is unimaginable Connie, but I know he lives on in your heart and the happy memories you made together. Tom Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:13 PM We had a lifetime of love and lovely memories shared Tom. You are right. Thank you very much. Blessings xxoo

Kim Merryman April 14, 2021 at 1:41 PM Connie, I am so sorry for your loss! I had no idea, but then I'm only recently back on the soup. Your poem is a loving and beautiful tribute to your husband. Blessings, Kim M Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:12 PM Thank you so much Kim. We were together over 40 years. I still feel his presence at times. I hope you are well. Blessings xxoo

Victor Buhagiar April 14, 2021 at 1:40 PM Ah my friend, I've been homeless for four years now. Th memory is still there. The pain slightly less, but still felt. A lovely memorial for your husband. Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:10 PM I know time will help heal. I am sorry for your loss too dear Victor. Thank you. Blessings xxoo

Frederic Parker April 14, 2021 at 1:31 PM a powerful expression of love lost... no words can express the understanding of your sadness my poetic friend... Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 2:09 PM Thank you very much Frederic. I feel very fortunate to have my daughter and granddaughter living with me so I am not alone. Blessings xxoo

Sam Kauffman April 14, 2021 at 12:58 PM Elegant, poignant and heart wrenching my friend. So glad you are back to writing. There is depth here as you explore the many houses of loss and grief with your profound wisdom. Best wishes for the contest. Aloha and blessings for your "homeless heart." Connie Marcum Wong April 14, 2021 at 1:02 PM Thank you very much Sam. I have my good days and bad in melancholy moods at times but I am doing well and have been very busy caring for my sweet granddaughter we are homeschooling. I hope you are well? Blessings xxoo

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