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Nocturnal Tides

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old familiar songs on wings of time tug at my heart strings transporting me through perilous dimensions where moonlight lingers and your voice carries the weight of the world Published in my 24-page photo/anthology book ~CITYLIGHTS~ 2021 AP: Honorable Mention 2022 Submitted on January 19, 2022 for contest A STRAND (1055) sponsored by BRIAN STRAND - RANKED 1ST Originally posted on December 6, 2021

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Sally Eslinger

Date: 2/16/2022 8:11:00 PM

I agree that this is a very worthy, winning poem. Sure did bring out the melancholy Melodie’s memories in me. Seeming simple but very powerful. Bless you, Line

Line Gauthier
Date: 2/17/2022 4:48:00 AM

Thank you for your much appreciated visit and comment, Sally ~

Craig Bowden

Date: 1/20/2022 11:27:00 PM

Songs trigger good and sad in me. Love your last three lines. Congrats on your win.

Line Gauthier
Date: 1/21/2022 6:05:00 AM

Thank you very much, Craig ~

Christuraj Alex

Date: 1/20/2022 10:51:00 PM

"your voice carries the weight of the world" - Great truth. Beautifully said. Congratulations!

Line Gauthier
Date: 1/21/2022 6:06:00 AM

Much appreciated, Christuraj ~

M. L. Kiser

Date: 1/11/2022 4:48:00 PM

Beautiful lines, they linger in the mind.

Line Gauthier
Date: 1/12/2022 3:47:00 PM

Thank you so much, ML ~

Paul Callus

Date: 12/23/2021 5:08:00 AM

Songs, attached to memories, take us back in time on nostalgic trips...very often connecting us to dear ones who are no longer with us. ~ No doubt, this poem will appeal to many. ~ Best regards, my friend. // paul

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/29/2021 12:26:00 PM

Much appreciated, Paul. Thank you ~

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 12/23/2021 4:28:00 AM

Dear Line, sending you seasonal greetings filled with love and serenity. Kindest regards...Love & Hugs Delice

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/29/2021 12:26:00 PM

Thank you so much, Delice. Most appreciated ~

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 12/19/2021 2:48:00 PM

This is a wonderful and true write. What would we do without the, "old familiar songs"??? Love This One. Have a Blessed Christmas and 2022.......................

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/19/2021 4:51:00 PM

Thank you very much, Paula, most appreciated ~

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 12/19/2021 7:03:00 AM

This gave me chills. An emotive and profoundly moving poem that touched my heart Line. Especially your ending lines. I loved it! A Fave! Mele Kalikimaka!

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/19/2021 4:51:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely visit and comment, Connie. Most appreciated.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 12/18/2021 11:23:00 PM

Deep poem Line. Your stanza seem like haiku, but I know it's free verse. Still I cannot let this season pass without wishing you from my heart the best greetings. Victor

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/19/2021 9:46:00 AM

Thank you so much, Victor ~

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/12/2021 12:12:00 PM

this is most profound, dear Line. And I thank you for my win in your last contest. What an unexpected treat.

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/13/2021 3:40:00 PM

Thank you so much, Andrea. Most appreciated.

Gary Radice

Date: 12/11/2021 11:21:00 PM

Old songs are the nearest we humans have to a time machine and all the memories that come from them can truly stir the emotions. A great write Line. Cheers - Gary

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/12/2021 9:47:00 AM

So very very true ~

P.S. Awtry

Date: 12/9/2021 10:05:00 AM

This is perfectly constructed. Each line grabs you and adds a layer of depth. I thought after the first three lines, wow that was perfect--but then the remaining lines improved the perfection... I didn't think that was supposed to be possible. FAV

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/11/2021 2:14:00 PM

Thank you for your lovely visit and comment, PS. And thanks for the FAVE.

Geoffrey Brewer

Date: 12/7/2021 1:37:00 PM

I share your response to old familiar songs. The hold the power to lift the world. Lovely sentiment. The second stanza is particularly haunting. Well written, Line.

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/8/2021 5:40:00 PM

Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, Geoffrey ~

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 12/7/2021 4:49:00 AM

My dad made a video of my mom with all the romantic sad music. I think he cried through it all. Beautiful tribute to their lives together. A lovely poem, Line! Just beautiful!

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/7/2021 6:46:00 AM

That is so lovely, Kim. My heart goes out to him.