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Unforgettable

Torrential rain of tears Have since dried up. A pocketful of years I wish I could reclaim Have drifted into oblivion, Yet it hurts to contemplate, still. Though you've since blown Your last goodnight kiss, You visit time and time again, For memories of you are watered seeds In the garden soil of my mind. You perennially exist there As a peony In full bloom, Thriving past every season. It's where I promise To keep you, Dad, Until my life Is through. Writing Challenge - C Word - Poetry Contest Sponsored by Constance La France Word choice: Contemplate Date written: 02/01/2023

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Date: 2/7/2023 3:42:00 PM
Edward, so emotional, it touched my heart deeply and congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge - C Words, well done, Constance
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Date: 2/8/2023 3:48:00 AM
Thank you very much for the feedback, visit and congratulations, Constance:) Most appreciated.
Date: 2/6/2023 10:12:00 AM
Congratulations on your win, Edward! Your poem to your dad is beautiful.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/6/2023 1:22:00 PM
Thanks again, Ann:-)
Date: 2/6/2023 6:52:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write/story. Have a blessed day..............
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/6/2023 1:23:00 PM
Thank you so much, Paula:-)
Date: 2/5/2023 4:13:00 PM
This is an absolutely stunning piece, Edward. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on your win.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/6/2023 1:24:00 PM
Thank you very much indeed, Lasaad:-)
Date: 2/5/2023 2:24:00 PM
Edward, your poems are filled with such beautiful imagery and it shines through wonderfully with this piece. Congratulations on your win! :)
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/6/2023 1:25:00 PM
Thank you very much, Linda:-)
Date: 2/2/2023 10:28:00 AM
Edward, as always I am struck by the intense beauty of your words in images - "memories of you are watered seeds," "a peony in full bloom" - just two in a garden of beautiful imagery flowers. Best wishes for the contest my friend. Blessings! Hope all is well.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/2/2023 11:48:00 AM
Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and lovely visit, Sam:-)
Date: 2/1/2023 4:56:00 PM
Beautiful, Edward! Best of luck.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/2/2023 11:47:00 AM
Thank you very much, Ann:-)
Date: 2/1/2023 9:00:00 AM
Awesome. Loved this metaphoric poem--highly emotive. A FAVE for me.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/1/2023 10:39:00 AM
Thank you very much for the feedback and fave, Vijay:-)
Date: 2/1/2023 8:26:00 AM
What lovely sentiments- so glad I read this to the end ! Well done.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 2/1/2023 10:40:00 AM
Thank you very much, Peter:-)

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