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The Long and Short of It

The long and short of it I find the poetry I read while running through this site Takes my breath away from me and makes me want to write But when I sit to do the same with thoughts I have to share I drop the pen and realize that I can not compare For here I find so many words from in your hearts so deep Emotions put down on the page within my mind do seep Amazing is a word I’ve used describing what I see Every day there’s something new right there in front of me I’d really like to name you all but please don’t take this wrong My list would have so many names and make this thing too long I know that none of you would stay and read this to the end So I’ll just say to everyone my thanks to you again And those of you now reading this, to each and every one You make this site a special place, each day with you is fun So now with that I’ll end this piece, I’m happy to report I managed to thank everyone while keeping this quite short Soup Poets…there are none better

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Lynn Marie

Date: 3/15/2017 11:46:00 PM

...I could read you for days... you are THAT good a writer :-) I learn so much from reading poems here, I find my mind whirling with ideas and new words...it is a wonderful feeling to be inspired and though I don't write often, I still feel it...and that means everything to me.:-) Thank you. Wonderfully heartfelt Chris :-) a fave, 7+ blessings, lynn

Doug Vinson

Date: 3/10/2017 2:37:00 PM

Chris. : ) A crackling, jaunty good read. The Seeker is right - and in reality I can't see your pen dropped much at all, given the ever-smooth and ever-flowing nature of what you give us. To be dreadfully serious in a general way, I do think that reading the many poems here makes one a better writer, not that instant genius will then promptly strike, but that at the least a slow osmosis occurs - we see and pick up bits of the genius of others, the images of heart, the turns of phrase.

Chris Green
Date: 3/10/2017 2:45:00 PM

I couldn't agree with you more Doug. When I look back and some of my older work, it is so obvious that I have learned so much from all I come in contact with and read here and other places. I am still learning and I am sure, years from now it will be no different. Thanks so much for reading and commenting.

Old Buck

Date: 3/10/2017 12:39:00 PM

Chris: Seldom do I find a work I'd like to steal and post as my own. :o) This has said most beautifully what many of us feel and can't express. Thank you for sharing those thoughts and more with all of us on the soup. Keep them coming. oldbuck

Chris Green
Date: 3/10/2017 1:21:00 PM

I appreciate your kind thoughts Old Buck. Thanks so much my friend.

Alexis Y.

Date: 3/9/2017 9:26:00 PM

Hi Chris, You have penned a lovely and thoughtful tribute to the soup community. You said it all and so much more. I'm so happy you're here. A without a doubt seven and a fav:-) Alexis

Chris Green
Date: 3/10/2017 11:53:00 AM

Thank you so very much my sweet friend. I am happy you liked this one. I am happy you are here too. :)

Sara Ella

Date: 3/9/2017 5:22:00 PM

your poem says it all Chris - this community is filled with awesome poetry by awesome people like you <3

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 5:31:00 PM

Thank you Sara so much. :)

Jan Allison

Date: 3/9/2017 5:17:00 PM

what a lovely tribute Chris - I read avidly on the site and that is the way I have learned so so much in just three years. I am in awe of the creativity of so many talented people it really is a 'souper' place to learn:-) There is a place for us all in the soup bowl even for me and my poopy poems:-) hugs Jan xx

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 5:31:00 PM

Thanks Jan. Your comment got me thinking, in the 70's we had pop art but here on soup in 2017, we have poop art thanks to you. :)

Tim Smith

Date: 3/9/2017 5:17:00 PM

It is a nice place to call home. Happy to have you aboard.

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 5:30:00 PM

Thanks so much Tim. Happy to be on board. :)

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/9/2017 4:55:00 PM

--Smile--

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 5:30:00 PM

Heidi Sands

Date: 3/9/2017 3:55:00 PM

Thank you for the kind tribute to all Chris, and for sharing your beautiful poetry with us. :)

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 4:50:00 PM

Thank you Heidi for always being a ray of sunshine in my day.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/9/2017 3:53:00 PM

:) Lovely piece, Chris. I'm glad I read this tonight. This place is pretty special in many ways. Hugs

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 4:49:00 PM

Thank you so very much Eileen. I am thrilled you liked this one.

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 3/9/2017 3:49:00 PM

My much over used word: "awesome!" applies again here. Your heart it pours out of your words and daily brings me (and am sure everyone else here)cheer. Thank you Chris! You make the soup a nourishing dish. Much love and thank you dear! xomo

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 4:49:00 PM

Wow, thank you so much Maureen, what a nice thing to say to me. I appreciate you so much my friend.

Lisa Ricci

Date: 3/9/2017 3:45:00 PM

Right back at you Chris. And this is the long short of it. Your work amazes me always. Well done and I second your thoughts.

Chris Green
Date: 3/9/2017 4:48:00 PM

Thank you so very much Lisa for always leaving such kind thoughts for me.