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The Universe spoke to me and told me my incredible friend Linda needed a few kind words. My fingers tapped on my keyboard and these are the words that flowed out.

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This Is For the Poet Destroyer a - Also Known As Linda

you carve your words precisely 
like a master does a flawless diamond
infuse your images on the head of a pin
not a letter wasted 

you who
speaks from deeper within 
with every new write

never one or one hundred reads suffices
each new recite reveals something new
grabs the readers heart 
and we the better for it

you are the poet writes 
like the brush of Van Gogh 
his emotions vibrant in every stroke
every painting a work of genius

in your poetry 
we find that pearl
hidden too deep for the diver 
now opened and revealed 
blinded by its light we see
what was once previously 
invisible 
now!
transparent

like the gentle prophet 
you sew and lay a carpet
that sensitizes us 
from the very bottom of our awareness 
to the peak of our understanding 

it is LOVE that enshrines your words
you!
the fabled unicorn 
we 
the fortunate 
that by your cause 
confirms 
our childhood dreams 
DO exist



september 29 2015
armand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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B. Avatar
February 10, 2016 at 4:31 PM
Super sweet :)
Basnett Avatar
February 9, 2016 at 12:08 AM
Congratulations and lovely tribute to Linda:)
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 8, 2016 at 2:31 AM
How you honor her in this beautifully written tribute Armand. Congratulations on this exceptional poem being featured! #7
Godwin Avatar
December 19, 2015 at 11:33 AM
What a sweet and emotional tribute ringing sincere - a pleasure to read ... CayCay
Lamoureux Avatar
December 1, 2015 at 8:39 AM
Enjoyed reading this one again Armand!
Sankey- Lewis Avatar
November 20, 2015 at 8:33 AM
Wow! Two travelling similar paths, like Empress, most poetic; what tribute kind as one of a kind friend. Thanks for sharing your gem. Peace and blessings.
Lamoureux Avatar
November 19, 2015 at 10:12 AM
I see you are out and about, do drop by and visit.
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
November 19, 2015 at 9:26 AM
Maurice strong, powerful and so sweet tribute to Lollie Linda.. =`) i hope you are doing great..m hugs!! God bless you. ~Olive Eloisa =`)
Sietesantos Avatar
November 18, 2015 at 8:18 AM
You are a master poet and this masterpiece dedicated to the lovely Linda is a reflection of your superior talent! BRAVO, Maurice and a 7! This one goes to my favs. I am so delighted that you are back! Pandita
Muideen Avatar
November 13, 2015 at 1:42 PM
What a nice tribute Maurice, your write is so eloquent and excellent. A very enjoyable write.........A.M.
Fleming Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 2:09 PM
You appear to be in good spirits, Armand. I hope everything is well with you....You have been sorely missed. My very warmest regards! Your friend... :) john
Manassian Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 11:45 AM
Lovely, Maurice. It's a sweet tribute to Linda. She is a might poet, indeed. It is wonderful to see special friendships like this one. We all have people whom we depend on in time of need. We miss you around here. Hope you come back soon. Hugs
A  Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 9:43 PM
Nice to see you here. Hope this means you will return soon, like NOW. :) a special poem a special poet. SKAT
Lane Avatar
October 31, 2015 at 5:14 AM
I knew when I first read this it was special. Deserving of POTD, Funom.
Yvonne Avatar
November 1, 2015 at 9:39 PM
Wow, thank you so very much. You humble me with your words.
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:52 PM
and...dove...dove soap. yes! love and dove...it's good to be clean...and you know... smell good...so above all else love and dove!
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:49 PM
...and above all else...love
Callus Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 3:51 PM
Great to see you around, Armand!! Hope you are keeping well. Excellent tribute to Linda....she is no Florence Nightingale, but often she holds a lantern late at night while on her friendly visits! ~ All the best...and congrats on POTD. // paul
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:48 PM
Paul you know you are one of my favourite poets. I hope to read your pages soon. Love always Armand.
Bateman Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 2:52 PM
Hello Maurice!! It is indeed great to have you back with all of us. (I know I've certainly missed your poetry while you were away!!) Congratulations on the POTD honor!! This write is a great tribute to Linda for sure. (I am very sure she likes it!!) Cheers and Best Wishes for Weekend, Gary
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:46 PM
Great to hear from you Gary! Looking forward to reading your latest and your greatest soon.
Williams Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 1:32 PM
Great Poem of the day.
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:45 PM
Very, very kind words, thank you so much!
Allison Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 1:18 PM
dear Armand - so wonderful to see you back with this uplifting tribute to Linda - miss you my friend - you are always in my thoughts and prayers:-) love and hugs as ever:-) jan xxx
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:45 PM
Sis! Where you been? Oh yeah I'm the one who has been missing. Love you a ton and more!
Roper Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 12:21 PM
Congratulations on poem of the day! A beautiful write to tribute Linda she is all that and more!
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:43 PM
You are always so kind Eve. We are lucky to have you here.
Romaine Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 8:50 AM
Hey Armand, a hearty congratulations on your poem being chosen for POTD! This is such a wonderful tribute to our Linda - one of love and respect for an amazing Poetess! And also expressing our feelings for her as well. Excellent! Be Blessed, Neva
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:42 PM
Love your words here. Thank you for your wonderful comment.
Smith Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 8:35 AM
What a fabulous tribute to Linda. Your heart and compassion shines through each word.
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:41 PM
Good to see you bro. Miss you lots. Love always Armand.
Lamoureux Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 8:05 AM
So nice to have you back Maurice. It seems you are back in style. Congratulations on a fine POTD. You have chosen to honor an exceptional poet and a true friend of the soup.
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:39 PM
You know Richard that you are one of my original mentors from when I started here. Have to get to your pages and reenergize.
Andresen Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 8:03 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Armand !!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Yvonne Avatar
October 30, 2015 at 6:37 PM
lovely to see you Anne Lise, hugs and kisses!
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