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The Greatest Love Story

The greatest love story ever told Is right here in my heart It isn't fancy with fancy words It's sweet like the song of a lark Material things are not important To prove the depth my love Just holding your body close to mine A warmth that fits like a glove Many words have since been written About how true love endures Words expressing inner feelings Feelings intense and pure Life on earth is a fleeting thing We're here next moment we're gone Love until your very last breath Too soon you'll pass the baton My heart sings with the joys of love Words flow out like a river It's the greatest love story ever told It makes my eager heart quiver The greatest love story ever told Is right here in my heart © Jack Ellison 2012

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 9/14/2020 8:56:00 PM

Material things are definitely not what's important. I most certainly agree with your sentiments here. Your heart is full of love. We are lucky to have the warmth of your words shared with us. Ive been busy with my own endeavors as of late but I havent forgotten you. Truly you are a prolific poet. Always, Laura

Jack Ellison
Date: 9/15/2020 6:42:00 AM

Beautiful words, beautiful sentiment dear Laura! You sure know how to nexpress what your heart is feeling!!! WOW XOX

Carol Eastman

Date: 12/9/2012 2:57:00 PM

Very beautifully written... I'm standing up and applauding! I bet Cathy thinks so also!

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/9/2012 4:27:00 PM

Oh sweet Carol! You make my day EVERY DAY! Love ya!

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 12/8/2012 1:41:00 PM

you are full of mush sweetie and tha'ts good xx

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/8/2012 4:44:00 PM

YUP! Just call me a mushy old geezer! LOL Thank you Miss Mandy! Love Jackers!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 12/7/2012 10:58:00 PM

luv makes my world go round Jack luv and this is fantastic and fascinating .. luv is all things .. it is the essence of life ..

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/8/2012 6:29:00 AM

Thanks a big bunch my dear Linda-Marie! Keep smilin' and stay happy! Love, Jack xox

Shaz Cheesman

Date: 12/7/2012 9:05:00 PM

Love Life and Live for Love........I love that idea......never too late to start :) Your poem is really uplifting and is well written. Thank you Jack - Hugs Shaz

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/8/2012 6:27:00 AM

You are such a sweet soul! Thank you my dear Kiwi friend! Love and big hugs, Jack xox

Shaz Cheesman
Date: 12/7/2012 9:06:00 PM

i just need to start living both - loving life and living for love :)

Luke Irwin

Date: 12/7/2012 8:58:00 PM

"Love until your very last breath". You got that right Jack!

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/8/2012 6:23:00 AM

Keep smilin' and stay happy my friend! Cheers, Jack

Lucilla Carrillo

Date: 12/7/2012 7:40:00 AM

Jack; This so beautiful and to know that it comes stright from your heart is better. Sometimes people don't know what they have until it's gone. Blessings to you always. Lucilla

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/8/2012 6:22:00 AM

"Sometimes people don't know what they have until it's gone'... great line and oh so true! Thank you dear Lucillia! Love and big hugs, Jack xox

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/7/2012 5:16:00 AM

Yes, it's true Jack .... you can not buy love. - Love comes from the heart. - Hope your weekend will be fine. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Jack Ellison
Date: 12/7/2012 5:20:00 AM

The older I get, the more reflective I get! Thank you dear Anne-Lise for your sweet words! I wish you a warm and happy weekend too! Hugs, Jack