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The Bard In a small cottage high upon the windy moors There lives a bard with authentic romantic rhymes; A master poet who lives within present times. Enchanting stanzas written to beguile, confuse. His poetry sometimes enigmatic, you see, Can be a challenge with a bit of mystery. But this bard teaches as he shares intriguing rhymes. Intelligent lexicon, aberrant in ways, Have us searching his words with Google, in a daze. He bathes us in bright colors of the rising Sun, With majesty he paints a picture of the moon With such impressive stunning sights it makes us swoon. He expresses with winsome wit and fantasy... He spills his ink in rare colors of every hue; Endeavors to relate both life and death anew. Isn't that what Great poetry is all about, To open minds to endless possibilities And savor as fine wine such sensibilities? Hooray! I say we celebrate his poetry... A bard with talents that may lie beyond the rest Inspires us to make learning a sacred quest! 12-30-18 Contest: As easy as ABB ~N/A~ Sponsor: Nina Parmenter

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Edward Ibeh

Date: 7/21/2019 5:26:00 PM

A great, well-deserved tribute to one of the true Poetrysoup greats. To me, Barden is on the Pablo Neruda level of greatness!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/21/2019 7:18:00 PM

I agree Edward, but there are also other poets here of both genders whose talent is simply amazing that should be celebrated. Thank you for your wonderful comment. xxoo

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/23/2019 1:21:00 AM

Hi Connie went back a bit in your poetry, this poem is inspirational and captivating and written with poetic excellency besides which very wise lines appear like to "open up our minds to endless possibilities" and also "inspires us to make learning a sacred quest" - a great write my friend, Hugs, Jennifer.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/14/2019 3:07:00 PM

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Phyllis Babcock

Date: 1/14/2019 10:52:00 AM

A awesome poem love your words and the story. love phyl

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/9/2019 11:31:00 AM

Could not help but think of Shakespeare "painting" the moon as he did in "Romeo and Juliet." But since Shakespeare lived in a large house, your Bard evokes curiosity. Perhaps another of the unknown but still amazing writers who fill their canvases with beautiful imagery, just as you have done here, Connie. Excellent writing! Love, Carolyn

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/9/2019 2:30:00 PM

Thank you Carolyn. There are a number of poets on this site who could fill the shoes of the Bard, of both genders. We can learn from them and be inspired by their words. I hope you are doing well? xxoo : )

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 1/8/2019 2:29:00 PM

A great poetess charming an ardent reader with genuine rhyming words.. warming the heart.. awakening the mind.. reviving the soul. You are the Bard dear Connie! enthroned in the grandeur of a coloured, bewildering, enlightening poetry! You are a Bard with a masterful wand.. a magic ink.. a heart dipped into the finest beauty of poetry mesmerising me, your ardent reader! Your poem beautifully entranced my soul and captivated my heart! A pearl of rarity cherished into my fave list. Love and hugs.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/8/2019 4:03:00 PM

Dear Besma, your lovely comment honors me with such amazing beautiful sentiment and has given me much cheer. This poem was not among the eleven winners on her list, but I feel like it won First Place after reading your glowing praise! I am humbled and so grateful for your kindness and the Fave. You have a loving generous soul my friend. Thank you from my deepest heart! Love, Connie xxoo : )

Janice Canerdy

Date: 1/5/2019 10:08:00 PM

Very descriptive, appealing piece, Connie! (Who is he?) Janice

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/6/2019 12:54:00 AM

There are a few fantastic poets who fit this description here Janice. Thank you very much! Blessings for a great new year! : ) xxoo

CayCay Jennings

Date: 1/5/2019 12:54:00 AM

What a delight this poem is, love the story telling, the character description and the confident decision, regarding same, at the end. The flow and rhyme are catchy, and with such clever content I'm sure this will masterfully place. Love ... CayCay

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/5/2019 6:13:00 PM

I am not holding my breath CayCay. I have never placed in any of her contests. But I will keep trying. : ) Thank you for such a nice comment on it. xxoo

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 1/4/2019 3:27:00 PM

A lovely piece on the makings of a bard to fulfil all that you describe here indeed many they are on here. Have blessed day, Gordon

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/5/2019 6:15:00 PM

Thank you Gordon. Poetry Soup is overflowing with talent by both genders. Blessings for a wonderful new year Gorden. : )

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/3/2019 7:40:00 PM

awesome work here, Connie! Best wishes for a win!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/2/2019 1:10:00 PM

Connie, you did a great job with this form, abb I see someone is mentioning this as Greg's contest but it was Nina's and I really loved her challenge. I think I know who your poem could be about! I can think of several in fact, some men here who are kings of poetry!

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/2/2019 3:26:00 PM

I like the form too Andrea. I have not had any success before so fingers crossed this one makes her list. Thank you much Andrea! xxoo

Paul Callus

Date: 1/2/2019 11:24:00 AM

A most lovely and fitting tribute to the bard (I take it that this applies also to a she) who is admired for the gift of poetry which appeals to many. Let us celebrate poets and their poetry! Regards // paul

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/2/2019 1:29:00 PM

Yes Paul, most definitely it can also be for a female. I believe I should change the He to They which would also include women. I will make that change after the contest if I can remember to do so. Thank you for your sweet comment. : ) xxoo

Harry Horsman

Date: 1/2/2019 10:28:00 AM

I always think of Bard, as a classic poet, and reading your poem, also many before. Yes, i know i've found another..Happy New Year,,,Harry

Constance La France

Date: 1/1/2019 10:27:00 PM

Connie, a wonderful write, I wanted this Bards name, but you left me wanting , best of luck in the contest ~

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 10:31:00 PM

There are a few on this site who fit this description perfectly Constance. I will leave it to you to decide who? Thank you very much and have a Wonderful New Year! xxoo

Joseph May

Date: 1/1/2019 9:09:00 AM

Well written Connie..Wishing you a Happy New Year..

Silent One

Date: 1/1/2019 8:24:00 AM

This is brilliant, I think there are many poets like this, even on the soup.. You wrote an excellent entry for the contest..

Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/1/2019 7:46:00 AM

Excellent homage to the bard, Connie:) have a wonderful and a blessed New Year:)

Ravindra K Kapoor

Date: 1/1/2019 4:21:00 AM

What a beautiful poem you have created dear friend Connie that too on a bard. Such an excellent creative poem dear friend. I have placed a new poem Winter Wonderland for a PS contest and hope you would find it interesting. With all best wishes for a Happy New Year 2019. My good wishes for your contest entry df...Ravindra K Kapoor

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/31/2018 2:48:00 PM

- Hooray for your wonderful poem, Connie :) - Luck in the contest :) - Best wishes for a wonderful and peaceful new year :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Rico Leffanta

Date: 12/31/2018 2:13:00 PM

This could only be improved by swapping "He" with "she"! Hau'oli makahiki you! Rico (just noticed the validation code is NRA; how inappropriate!)

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 4:54:00 PM

Rico, what a wonderful comment to read to begin my new year! Thank you so much! Hau'oli makahiki hou and Aloha Nui Loa! Blessings for a wonderful new year! : ) xxoo

Vladislav Raven

Date: 12/31/2018 10:35:00 AM

Hi Connie, such an excellent write from your golden pen Connie. Your words sing as always Connie. I love the creativity and content of your write. Such a wonderful story of a bard Connie. They do know how to sing their songs. This is a fave my bard. Keep singing and touching the hearts of those on Soup. Have a wonderful New Year. hugs....Mike. XX

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 4:44:00 PM

Thank you very much Mike. It makes me happy you enjoyed this one enough to fave it. Talent shines bright here at Poetry Soup! Blessings for the New Year! : ) xxoo

Abdul Malik

Date: 12/31/2018 9:33:00 AM

Exquisitely written. The last line is just beautiful. WISH YOU THE BEST OF 2019, My friend.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 4:46:00 PM

Thank you very much Abdul. The same is wished for you. I look forward to reading more of your poetry in 2019! xxoo

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 12/31/2018 6:43:00 AM

You were probably a bard in your past life lol, you write like one, Happy New Year dear Connie, may the New Year bring everything your heart desires and more. Love xo

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 4:50:00 PM

Thank you very much Vie. xxoo ; )

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/31/2018 6:10:00 AM

beautiful words that ignite the spirit!...may you have a wonderful new year, connie.. . here in the philippines, it's 4 hours before 2019 comes!...hugggs

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 1/1/2019 4:50:00 PM

Yes, we are always the last to ring in the new year. My husband and I shared kisses as New York celebrated, then he went to sleep and I stayed awake till after Hawaii finally welcomed in the new year with much noise. Hugs, Connie

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/30/2018 6:09:00 PM

It never ceases to amaze me the amount of talented poets here on soup. Whatever our level of skill we are all here for our love of poetry. Well written Connie. Good luck. I hope you have a happy new year that will bring good health and happiness. Tom.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/30/2018 7:50:00 PM

Thank you so much Tom. I wish I could spend hours here but my eyes just won't allow it Tom. I so enjoy your poetry and so many others on this site. Have a wonderful New Year my friend. Blessings, Connie xxoo