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Tribute To An Un-Named Poetess

There's a lady whom I've never met as enchanting as the stars, I know this from her written words and how she sets the bar. Of excellence in ideas and thoughts flowing through her veins And the way she shares her loving heart With others like a flame. Burning bright and beautiful with her pure, poetic voice (While falling in love with a stranger Is nothing but non-sense, of course). She's got Arete' in Greek, they say But stupendous works for me, this fountain of truth and beauty abounds like a caged bird set free. Destined to live on the fringes between all our poetic lines, where boundaries are blurred and only our words will outlive us in due time. Yet still, I can't help but wonder About this mysterious maven I found Spreading her bliss as if a sweet kiss might secretly find me somehow.

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 8/8/2022 11:29:00 AM

Terrell, this is a delightful acclamation written for an unnamed poetess, who wouldn’t be thrilled to receive a poem such as this. Congratulations on poem of the day… Belle

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/6/2022 11:50:00 AM

A beautiful tribute this is, Terrell. Congrats to the lucky lady and also to your POTD. A big belated congrats to you

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/6/2022 11:58:00 AM

What a pleasant and surprising compliment, Andrea. Thank you for visiting & commenting and I look forward to returning the favor soon. Tally-o & Cheerios, Terry

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/6/2022 8:05:00 AM

Dear Terrell, your graceful tribute to the un-named poetess reveals a gracious spirit filled with gratitude and good will. A thoughtful poem with a special kind of beauty, a generous appreciation expressed for someone who touched your heart deeply; "Spreading her bliss as if a sweet kiss" - now that's inspiring and such a beautifully poetic declaration! What an honor from your grand pen for a lucky poetess. Congratulations for POTD honors. A rich and worthy choice. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/6/2022 12:27:00 PM

Susan, your complimentary thoughts are simply "over the top" and you're making me blush! But I'm ever so glad you found the poem as inspiring as you did and look forward to receiving some poetic inspiration from you as well. Thanks again, Terry

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/4/2022 11:02:00 PM

What a blissful tribute for a lovely lady Terrell. Poetic words can make a heart melt. Congratulations on your deserving POTD honor. I am Faving this gem! Blessings xxoo

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/6/2022 12:30:00 PM

Connie, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your wonderful compliment and truthfully, feel as though it is quite undeserved. But I'll take it and run with it anyway and do my best to find some inspiration from your poetry as well. Looking forward to reading yours...Terry

Valsa George

Date: 8/2/2022 11:03:00 PM

That anonymous lady is truly blessed. Had she seen your words of praise how happy she would have been ! Here all boundaries are blurred and only words live.... so true ! Congratulations dear poet friend, Terrel.....on your POTD

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/6/2022 12:32:00 PM

Thank you again, Valsa. Your words are music to this amateur poet's eyes and ears. Bless you my dear:)

Michael Tor

Date: 8/2/2022 8:12:00 PM

What a special Lady Terrell. Congratulations on a beautiful Rhyme and POTD.

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/6/2022 12:35:00 PM

Hi Michael, I can always count on you to write the nicest things - even when I don't deserve them. But thanks again for stopping by and giving me that "pick me up" most needed. Cheerios, terry

Constance La France

Date: 8/2/2022 3:49:00 PM

Terell, how beautiful !!! And congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings ~Constance

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 5:13:00 PM

Hi Constance, how very kind of you to read and respond to my POTD - which I NEVER expected to be so honored. But thank you for reading and responding so kindly. And I'm Looking forward to returning the honor and pleasure of your visit. Write on, Terry

I Am Anaya

Date: 8/2/2022 11:56:00 AM

POTD! Congratulations, Terell Martin! An epiphanous blissful tryst suspended in time by this pure elusive muse of love. So many poetesses will wish they could be the one. Love mysteries! ~Anaya

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 1:29:00 PM

Anaya, I simply cannot thank you enough for your lovely and deliciously descriptive (and undeserved I might add) thoughts about my POTD. I was and remain in "Shock and awe" over it and your thoughts add icing to my poetic cake. Owe you a visit soon / Write on, Terry

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/2/2022 11:36:00 AM

Such a lovely tribute, to "the lady" who is "as enchanting as the stars." I'm sure she has read your beautiful thoughts and is in complete awe. Congratulations Terrell, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 1:32:00 PM

The blessing is all mine coming from the likes of you, Brandy. You're way too kind and, I have no doubt that you, too are "as enchanting as the stars." Looking forward to seeing more of you and will visit soon to drink from your own poetic cup. Write on, Terry

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 8/2/2022 11:18:00 AM

Back to congratulate you on your POTD! A beautiful ,mysterious, romantic write so deserving of the honor of the day. Kudos. Paulette

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 1:35:00 PM

You too are "as enchanting as the stars" Paulette, for your over the top compliments I fear I don't deserve. "THANK YOU" doesn't begin to scratch the surface of my sincere appreciation. Warm hugs and blessings to you and yours, Terry

John Watt

Date: 8/2/2022 10:07:00 AM

Poetry is such a window to the heart and soul of a person. When written honestly and transparently and read with thoughtful empathy, a real bond can form between two people who have never met in person. Nicely expressed in this verse, Terry. It's nice to meet you here at Soup, and congratulations for your POTD acknowledgment ~ John

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 1:42:00 PM

John, thank you for your sincere words of wisdom which rightly "nailed" the spirit of this poem. The pleasure is all mine in meeting you here as well and I look forward to future thoughts with you regarding both of our poetic writing endeavors. My hats off to you, Sir. Thanks again & don't forget to "Write on," Terry

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 8/2/2022 9:39:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD honor Terrel... God bless... ~ Ani

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 9:46:00 AM

Thank you so very much for reading and posting your thoughtful comment, Ani. I owe you a visit and look forward to it. Bountiful blessings to you as well. Terrell (or Terry):

Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/2/2022 9:10:00 AM

A very beautiful tribute to an unknown poetess. How wonderful is to think of such person! Great and vivid description and narration. Congratulations on POTD.

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 9:17:00 AM

Thanks for reading and commenting, Christuraj. It's truly an honor I wasn't expecting.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/2/2022 8:28:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. A lovely write/tribute. Will there be a part two to this magical write??? Have a great/fun/blessed day writing away................

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 9:19:00 AM

Thank you so very much, Paula. I sincerely appreciate you reading and commenting. Glad you liked it and not sure about a "Part 2"....Hmmm...maybe?

Eve Roper

Date: 8/2/2022 8:18:00 AM

Congratulations on POTD, Terrell, great tribute ... Blessings

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 9:21:00 AM

Thank you, Eve. Love your name (same as a sister of mine) and appreciate your reading and commenting more than you know. I'll try to return the favor. Blessings to U2):

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/2/2022 6:41:00 AM

Congratulations for POTD Terrell :)

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:37:00 AM

Tank you Heidi, but I'm shocked!

Bill Baker

Date: 8/2/2022 5:58:00 AM

Congratulations on POTD for this fine tribute poem, Terrell. Sometimes to words that flow through poetry touch us in a magical way. It's natuaral to have the feelings of love for those that share those feelings with others. Coincidence happens in life for a reason, you may experience a miracle. Intriguing mystery is this life we're given. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:37:00 AM

Thanks Bill. I didn't see this one coming!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 8/2/2022 3:24:00 AM

The plot thickens! No clues offered either ~ hmmm, let it remain a mystery :) congrats on POTD, Terrell

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:44:00 AM

Thank you, Seeker but this is the last thing I expected this morning. I nice pick me up I sorely needed. Thx again.

Deb M

Date: 8/2/2022 12:53:00 AM

Congratulations Terry! Great poem….Debx

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:46:00 AM

Thank you, Deb. I'm truly baffled at this unexpected prize. I didn't see it coming.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/2/2022 12:34:00 AM

She's one lucky lady to have this beautiful tribute written for her. Congratulations Terrell on POTD, enjoy the honour. Tom

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:47:00 AM

Thank you, Tom. I'm not so sure I deserve it but it sure is nice to be recognized now and again.

Deb M

Date: 8/1/2022 8:26:00 AM

Wow Terry what a beautifully written tribute to your mystery poetess! People will be wondering who’s captured your heart! Debx

Terrell Martin
Date: 8/2/2022 7:48:00 AM

Deb, I never said thanks when you first posted this. I hope you can accept my deepest apologies.

Paulette Calasibetta

Date: 7/31/2022 8:39:00 AM

Terrell, how absolutely romantic. I hope this deep feeling will not remain an unrequited love. Perhaps your future poem will reveal this lovely maven? :)Paulette

Terrell Martin
Date: 7/31/2022 9:08:00 AM

Thank you, Paulette but sorry to disappoint because I never reveal my secret poetic lovers. I prefer to keep 'em guessing (LOL)! But again, thanks for reading and responding in KIND.

L Milton Hankins

Date: 7/31/2022 8:38:00 AM

A beautiful tribute to this poetess who has truly made an impression on you, Terry. It would be so nice if you could form a lasting friendship with her. Both of you would be so lucky!

Terrell Martin
Date: 7/31/2022 9:14:00 AM

Thanks Milton and I couldn't agree more. But I'm content knowing that we humans can form bonds oftentimes in the strangest of places and circumstances. Words have power as you well know and people like her and you and others here in PSoup lift us all out of the occasional doldrums in life. Write on, Terry

Jenna Logan

Date: 7/31/2022 5:27:00 AM

What a wonderful honor for this "mysterious maven" when she reads your admiration of her! I'm certain she will be delighted with every line you've so gently written. Your rhyming and vocabulary are to be commended. You've created a lovely tribute to some fortunate lady, Terry.

Terrell Martin
Date: 7/31/2022 9:03:00 AM

Hi Jenna, I should have known you'd be the first to respond and am ever so thankful that you did. By the way, I hope you don't mind but you've got SOUP MAIL.