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My Thanks Are Full

Oh, what an easy thought to find,
          The countless things I'm thankful for,
               Soft-spilling, joyous, as they pour
     From each deep recess of my mind ...

Like gold doubloons, they shine and spin,
          Each one a cherished treasure, fine,
               Such wealth, have I, that's wholly mine,
     Locked safe forever, deep within ...

Fast, they pass thru lifetime's sieve,
          Our loves and graces, big and small,
               And moments, rare, but most of all ...
     The grandest gift, to simply ... LIVE.




~ 2nd Place ~  in the "A Cheerful Rhyme" Poetry Contest, Line Gauthier, Judge & Sponsor.

~ 7th Place ~  in the "Thankful" Poetry Contest, Tania Kitchin, Judge & Sponsor.

Copyright © Gregory Richard Barden | Year Posted 2018

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Jan Allison Date: 12/7/2018 5:31:00 PM Exquisitely crafted Greg, many congratulations on your win :-) hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 7:02:00 PM Thank you very much, Jan, I so greatly appreciate it, my friend! :-) <3

Wendy Watson Date: 12/7/2018 2:48:00 PM I loved this the first time round and just as much on re-reading,Greg. The gift of life is so often squandered on trivialities. Congratulations on your win. Wendy Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 7:01:00 PM Indeed it is, Wendy, you are so right! Many thanks and blessings to you, Dear Poet! :-) <3

Carolyn Devonshire Date: 12/7/2018 10:56:00 AM Life is truly the greatest gift from our heavenly Father, Gregory. This is a tender poem of appreciation, my friend. Congratulations on your win! Hugs, Carolyn Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 6:59:00 PM That's so kind of you to say, Carolyn - thank you very much for the comments! Blessings! :-) <3

Robert Lindley Date: 12/6/2018 8:59:00 PM Your poetry always amazes me with its beauty , depths and heartfelt verses! A fav and a pleasure to read.. Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 6:59:00 PM You are always so kind to me, Robert, and I thank you for your wonderful words and friendship! Blessings, friend! :-)

Tania Kitchin Date: 12/6/2018 8:32:00 PM Greg, this is a beautifully written poem with beautiful imagery, congratulations on your winning placement! Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 6:58:00 PM I am so honored by the placement, Tania, and thankful that you enjoyed my poem and found it worthy. Blessings, my friend! :-) <3

Carole Duet Date: 11/30/2018 12:20:00 AM Such a humble and insightful poem, Gregory. A beauty that shows a "life well-lived" is the best blessing of all. Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 12/22/2018 6:57:00 PM Oh, you're so sweet, Carole ... I wish I could say I've lived life well, but I'm afraid I'm much too much of a mistake-ridden human being. But I thank you so kindly for the beautiful words, and I'm thankful you enjoyed my poem, friend! :-) <3

Constance La France Date: 11/29/2018 6:28:00 PM Greg, a wonderful write for the contest, a winner for sure, well done ~ Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:11:00 AM Thank you very much, Constance, that's very thoughtful and kind of you. Blessings, friend! :-) <3

Ralph Sergi Date: 11/29/2018 11:10:00 AM Great poem, Gregory: The best gift is to live in good health despite lacking funds. Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:10:00 AM Well-said, Ralph, and I agree ... many thanks and blessings to you, friend! :-)

Brandy Nicole Date: 11/29/2018 11:02:00 AM Dear Greg, I agree- there are so many things to be thankful for. Blessings truly are everywhere. My heart smiles knowing this fact. :) Your thoughts are so beautiful and uplifting. I am smiling along with you. Blessings to you my friend. Always. ~ Brandy Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:10:00 AM That's very sweet of you, Brandy, and I thank you so very much ... what a beautiful comment - you are sweetness, my friend! Blessings! :-) <3

Jack Horne Date: 11/29/2018 9:25:00 AM lovely write with a great last line Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:09:00 AM Thank you so much, Jack! :-)

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart Date: 11/29/2018 9:01:00 AM Lovely done! I agree, tis the grandest gift to simply live. Good luck in the contest, xomo <3 Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:09:00 AM Amen, my friend ... thank you and blessings, Dear Mo! :-) <3

Arturo Michael Date: 11/29/2018 7:25:00 AM No doubt the grandest gift indeed...A lovely take on the subject...All the best Gregory Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:08:00 AM Thank you very much, Arturo, that's very kind ... blessings, friend! :-)

Wendy Watson Date: 11/29/2018 5:56:00 AM Greg, this is another exquisite poem. Thank you - It was such a pleasure to read. Login to Reply Gregory Richard Barden Date: 11/30/2018 12:08:00 AM Oh, that's so sweet of you, Wendy, thank you so very much! :-) <3