Gregory Richard Barden Poet Enclosed Rhyme

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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.

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

Wendy Watson December 7, 2018 at 2:48 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 Gregory Richard Barden December 22, 2018 at 7:01 PM Indeed it is, Wendy, you are so right! Many thanks and blessings to you, Dear Poet! :-) <3

Carolyn Devonshire December 7, 2018 at 10:56 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 Gregory Richard Barden December 22, 2018 at 6:59 PM That's so kind of you to say, Carolyn - thank you very much for the comments! Blessings! :-) <3

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

Tania Kitchin December 6, 2018 at 8:32 PM Greg, this is a beautifully written poem with beautiful imagery, congratulations on your winning placement! Gregory Richard Barden December 22, 2018 at 6:58 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 November 30, 2018 at 12:20 AM Such a humble and insightful poem, Gregory. A beauty that shows a "life well-lived" is the best blessing of all. Gregory Richard Barden December 22, 2018 at 6:57 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 November 29, 2018 at 6:28 PM Greg, a wonderful write for the contest, a winner for sure, well done ~ Gregory Richard Barden November 30, 2018 at 12:11 AM Thank you very much, Constance, that's very thoughtful and kind of you. Blessings, friend! :-) <3

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

Brandy Nicole November 29, 2018 at 11:02 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 Gregory Richard Barden November 30, 2018 at 12:10 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 November 29, 2018 at 9:25 AM lovely write with a great last line Gregory Richard Barden November 30, 2018 at 12:09 AM Thank you so much, Jack! :-)

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

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

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