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This poem was written for a friend who when talking of her mother said that her only wish was to have "one more cuppa tea" with her.  

One More Cuppa Tea to the unknowing the cup is empty, slightly stained, laced with miniscule cracks. It has a glossy sheen., polished by life’s luster, buffed and buffeted by its burdens, distilling Orange Pekoe fortunes, reflecting the passage of time in the eyes of the tea leaf readers. she sits, this cup, this reservoir of moments, symbol of a simpler time, the balm of a warm cup in loving hands shared across a table, across a generation, across the great divide of age. Oh, to see it full again, feel its amber warmth, inhale its steaming secrets, nuzzle each endless moment. Share one more “cuppa tea”. ©12/20/2017 submitted to – Best free verse poem October-December 2017 – Poetry Contest

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Date: 1/9/2018 11:00:00 AM
great message John, great poem congrats ;)-luloo
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Date: 1/6/2018 6:47:00 PM
Beautiful nostalgic piece "across the great divide of age". Congrats on your well deserved win, John.
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Date: 1/6/2018 11:20:00 AM
Beautiful poem. I love the message behind it. You are an amazing writer with a unique style
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Date: 1/6/2018 9:03:00 AM
Really nice write, full of meaning, congrats on a great placement in my contest!
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Date: 1/5/2018 7:11:00 AM
It's sunny how we all have special cups. I can't drink my Tea in a different cup... at home! Lol :) John, your poem is filled with warm feelings that kissed my soul gently. Simply beautiful! Hugs and smiles :)
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Date: 1/4/2018 11:20:00 AM
Good write and explicit. I love it. Congrats.
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Date: 1/4/2018 9:27:00 AM
John, this I such a wonderful write. So rich in meaning. I totally relate and really enjoyed reading it this morning !!
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Date: 1/4/2018 8:21:00 AM
This is just beautiful John!!!!! Made me feel happy and warm to read this sentimental write. ~Judy
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Date: 1/3/2018 11:42:00 PM
Gobbledygook or some other lump in my throat this is so good John.
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