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Simon's Musical Legacy

“Hello darkness, my old friend” Your song fills my head again I can’t escape Paul Simon Words lift me like a sermon I travel with him to Graceland Years are “slip-sliding away” Years pass, he says we’re crazy Wasted youth; I was lazy We rise to “Kodachrome” hues As Paul sings of joy and blues Gave me “50 ways to leave” A false man who tried to deceive “Sounds of Silence” fill my day Till Simon’s songs come my way To touch my heart, restore hope Through troubled times, I can cope “Bridge over Troubled Water” Help your sister and brother *Entry for Michael’s “What Songwriters Inspire You” contest Inspired by songwriter Paul Simon Written June 21, 2012

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Joe Maverick

Date: 12/11/2012 12:36:00 AM

Oh Carolyn; you have handled this one Beautifully..) Such a rich store this guy Has gifted us with..! congratulations on The win achieved also Good friend; Thinking of you, wishing you well..! God bless Joe..)

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 7/21/2012 10:55:00 AM

Carolyn, congrats on your win. Missing your presence here at the Soup. Healing prayers sent to you. Love and Blessings, Rhonda

Elizabeth Wesley

Date: 7/18/2012 7:56:00 AM

Paul Simon was such an integral part of my life back then, we thought we were invincible! How time changes things; can't help remembering those times Carolyn. How are you, hope you are doing well, love, Elizabeth

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 7/16/2012 8:37:00 AM

Congratulations for your win in Michael's contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

David Williams

Date: 7/15/2012 1:09:00 PM

Carolyn , congrats on your great win, David

Terry O'Leary

Date: 7/15/2012 11:22:00 AM

Very nice... congratulations! Terry

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 7/15/2012 8:48:00 AM

congrats Carolyn on a splendid win for this great tribute to an awesome musician .. great job luv..

Michael J. Falotico

Date: 7/15/2012 8:30:00 AM

What a great tribute.. Paul SImon is lyric master.... Congrats Carolyn... luv health and peace to you.... luv Michael

Kathryn Collins

Date: 7/1/2012 8:29:00 AM

Hi Carolyn - You've nailed it here. Paul Simon's talented words and music run through my head in good times and bad. love, Kathy

Gwendolen Song

Date: 6/28/2012 10:10:00 PM

Hey Carolyn--I was longing to read one of your latest and boy did I get a treat with this one! You took me down memory land and soothed my soul! Paul Simon entertained me for years too as his catchy tunes rang in my mind...Gotta love "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover!" What a nice entry for Michael's contest! Huge big bear hug for YOU! gwendolen

Daver Austin

Date: 6/27/2012 1:41:00 PM

Luck in the contest. I'm still having computer problems, so will be tardy with comments. Love, daver

Bl Devnath

Date: 6/27/2012 9:53:00 AM

Wonderful source of inspiration. Well done. Best of luck. Loved always, bl

John Loving Iii

Date: 6/26/2012 6:28:00 PM

just got off the phone with your machine. wish it was you. i wrote you a poem i hope you find it. all my love my long time best BFF carolyn.

John Loving Iii

Date: 6/26/2012 6:21:00 PM

to me he was over shadowed by the beetles but he held his own. his word became legend and yes i remember the words and melodies. my honor goes out to him for being part of my life. for being a poet like me. for holding his own.

Audrey Haick

Date: 6/23/2012 1:02:00 PM

You always "Wow" me, Seafaress! This is a song in itself! Yes, Paul Simon is one of the all time best songwriters, ever. Enjoyed reading this as I recall all those hits, including, "the Boxer". Can't wait to talk! Much love, Annalise

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 6/22/2012 1:36:00 PM

Carolyn, you chose a great songwriter for Michael's contest! I love how you referenced so many of his great songs. I'm having trouble narrowing it down to one songwriter. Although Springsteen is my favorite, I'm inspired by many...lots of love and prayers sent your way. Hugs, Rhonda

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/21/2012 9:02:00 PM

wow, CArolyn, amazing how you took your life's situation and your emotions and made an incredible entry like this for Michael's contest. I really like this one, sweetie.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/21/2012 9:02:00 PM

and I just adored that duo.

Russell Sivey

Date: 6/21/2012 3:17:00 PM

This write is very well done my friend! I don't know Paul Simon that well so I was unfamiliar with the songs you chose but the poem was very awesomely crafted! You will do very well in the contest I am sure of it! Great Work!!