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He sat and waited, hours long There upon the old park bench Bitter cold made fingers clench Singing, soft, her favorite song His little girl was bound to come Chance she was delayed by snow (Trains were often running slow) Still, his feet were getting numb Many months he'd not seen her Daughter, Cadence, now just six A distance gifts would surely fix Winter garments trimmed in fur Toys as well, to make her smile A teddy bear and puzzles, too Wrapped in paper, pink and blue Her mom would bring her in a while Yet ... many times they'd come and been Awaiting HIM through hours long Now, excuses all were gone ... He'd never get the chance ... again. ~ 1st Place ~ in the "The Park Bench At Christmas" Poetry Contest, Sara Kendrick, Judge & Sponsor. * I used photograph number four. *

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L. J. Carber

Date: 12/25/2018 12:24:00 PM

Nicely done Greg-- you put in sentiment without it becoming sentimental-- not an easy trick to do! Have a very happy Christmas, my friend.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 12/24/2018 9:04:00 PM

So glad to see this one in Brian's winners' circle. Congratulations, Greg!

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/24/2018 9:23:00 PM

Thank you so very much, Carolyn, I so appreciate the kind words ... Merry Christmas to you and yours - I hope you have a great day! (I will probably be alone with my kitties, but they are very holiday-oriented, lol!) ;-) <3

Jan Allison

Date: 12/17/2018 3:04:00 PM

Such a touching poem Greg and one sadly many families can relate too, I recall commenting on this one before but the comment has disappeared:-( many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 3:18:00 PM

(2) I leave comments even if they're negative, as long as there's nothing offensive within, and I have no idea where yours went, (or the half-dozen others). Blessings to you, Dear Poet! :-) <3

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 3:17:00 PM

Thank you SO much, Jan, I so greatly appreciate your kind comments, my friend! I apologize for the missing comment - I am missing about seven, and I have no idea what's going on ... since I've been at Poetry Soup I have only removed three comments myself, and it was because they were offensive.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 12/17/2018 6:28:00 AM

Very expressive and emotive work that is in the winners' circle. Congrats on your win. I enjoyed reading this well composed work. I hope that this is just imaged one and not your life or someone you know. May this be the best Christmas season ever. Sara

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 3:15:00 PM

I am so honored to place in your contest, Sara, and even more pleased that you enjoyed my poem ... many thanks and blessings to you for a wonderful holiday! :-) <3

Eve Roper

Date: 12/16/2018 9:25:00 AM

Congratulations on this beautiful painted scene , Greg... Like always your talent shines . Have a wonderful Christmas. Hugs Eve~`*

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:20:00 AM

You are far too kind, Eve, but I am so thankful for your sweet comments! Blessings, Dear Poet! :-) <3

Anisha Dutta

Date: 12/14/2018 5:13:00 AM

So touchy. I am moved. Best Wishes.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:19:00 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Anisha! Blessings! :-) <3

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 12/13/2018 9:13:00 PM

This will resonate in so many souls, because this scenario is repeated in every country in the world, with the worst victims possible - the children. Thank you for reminding people that Christmas is not always a happy time. Some of the children I know who were hurt at Christmas grew up loathing it. I had forgotten this until right this second. Thanks.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:19:00 AM

That's so sweet of you, Caren, and I'm so glad you enjoyed my poem! Blessings, My Friend! :-) <3

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 12/12/2018 10:36:00 AM

This is so poignantly written Greg. As we age and become wiser, sometimes it is too late and we can't turn the clock back. A really beautiful and moving entry for the contest Greg! I am sure to see this gem on the winner's list! I chose the same photo that spoke to me. Happy holidays my friend. : ) xxoo

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:18:00 AM

Many kind thanks to you, Connie, I so appreciate your comments ... if ONLY we could turn back that clock, but perhaps we appreciate things more because we can't? Blessings, Dear Friend! :-) <3

Janice Canerdy

Date: 12/12/2018 8:54:00 AM

Whew! This one makes me want to cry out loud! Why don't people fix things before it's too late? This is an excellent poem, Greg! Janice

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:17:00 AM

Thank you very much, Janice, I'm so pleased you liked my poem! :-) <3

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 12/10/2018 9:17:00 AM

Sometimes the distance can't be fixed, though it's certainly worth trying. It's sad to think that now, when he's ready to try and rekindle their relationship, the girl's mother has lost hope. A tenderly written enclosed rhyme that tugs at the heart strings, Greg. Best wishes in Sara's contest.

Gregory Richard Barden
Date: 12/17/2018 6:16:00 AM

Thank you so kindly, Carolyn, I greatly appreciate the sweet comments ... you're so right, often the distance is hard to overcome. Blessings! :-) <3