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When from the dark our time recedes, Re-writing poems from the past; Lift our pen till faith concedes, A tender lyric that holds fast. Put into words that all might hear, A sonnet that rings true; A rhyme that shines from love so clear; It could only come from you.

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Date: 4/20/2017 1:28:00 AM
A beautiful poem reflective of your lovely poetic heart Charlie:) blessings xxx
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Charlie Smith
Date: 4/20/2017 1:54:00 AM
Thank you Lynn, more of a prayer with this one...
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Charlie Smith
Date: 4/20/2017 1:53:00 AM
Thank you Lynn, more of a prayer with this one...
Date: 8/12/2016 12:28:00 PM
I can feel too much emotion going on. Lovely poem, Charlie!
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Date: 8/12/2016 9:28:00 PM
Thank you Cheri...
Date: 8/12/2016 6:14:00 AM
Nice, Charlie. Who is the you in the last line?
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Date: 8/12/2016 6:43:00 AM
I wrote it as a prayer, you can decide who you is. You could be anyone that you believe in...
Date: 2/17/2016 3:10:00 PM
a great poem. its amazing what we can write when its from the heart.
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Date: 2/17/2016 3:21:00 PM
You are to kind. I think that's where poetry lives. Thank you...Charlie
Date: 2/17/2016 11:12:00 AM
A very nice poem, Charlie, it has a wonderful flow... LINDA
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Charlie Smith
Date: 2/17/2016 11:19:00 AM
My first post. Thanks for the encouragement. Charlie

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