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What Causes Me To Love a Poem

What causes me to love a poem 
Is one that lingers in my mind, 
A poem of a kindred spirit kind,
The kind that makes me feel at home.

A solemn poem that makes me cry,
Or one with clever wit and flair,
Or one with sentiment to share,
A poem that causes an awestruck sigh.

The best would sparkle with romance 
The kind that Chris Green writes to prove 
Superlative his words of love, 
Melodic rhyme that woos one to dance

Under a starlet diamond sky 
As poetry whispers in the wind
A sonnet forms in mind to send
Along with dreams to wayward fly.

12-12-19

~Third Place~
Contest Name FAVE | 
Sponsor Line Gauthier

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Valsa George

Date: 7/25/2022 5:03:00 AM

I got drawn to this poem seeing its title . I must say that these are the elements that make a poem endearing to us ! Even after it is read, it should continue to stir our mind in some way ! It should somehow touch our heart.... ! Your preferences are quite close to my preferences ! A beautiful poem Connie !

Brian Sambourne

Date: 1/16/2022 11:45:00 AM

Beautifully penned, Connie! I struggled to write poems of humanity + thought. You weave together those wishes so well. Sincerest regards. Brian

Timothy Hicks

Date: 5/4/2020 3:03:00 AM

It's all very subjective what one finds appealing in a poem. For me ... you know a poem is good when the readers can glean things from it that even the writer didn't intend or anticipate! Like you I like the ones that "linger in the mind" though romantic themes typically aren't my favorite (unless they are exceptionally well written). In any case ... congrats on placing third.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 5/4/2020 4:37:00 AM

Thank you Timothy. I remember my favorites from over ten years ago and some make such an impression I will never forget them. xxoo

John Fleming

Date: 2/10/2020 1:26:00 AM

Strange what makes a person feel a particular poem is "special"...I suppose personal circumstance and life events have a lot to do with it. Mind you, there is always that one individual poem that manages to strike a chord with all people; Ezra Pound once said that even the greatest poets could fill just one small piece of paper with their greatest works. Very much enjoyed, Connie. With warmest regards! :) john

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/10/2020 3:30:00 AM

I agree John. I can usually tell within the first two lines if I am going to enjoy the poem. I also enjoyed learning as I read from poets who are much better. Thank you very much. xxoo

M. L. Kiser

Date: 1/15/2020 6:31:00 AM

Oh congratulations! Beautifully done.

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 1/5/2020 11:14:00 PM

Indeed ... well-said and crafted, Dear Poet - love it! Blessings, Connie! :o) <3

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/5/2020 4:46:00 PM

It would be hard for me to express what attracts me to certain poems, but some of the things you mention like wit and emotion are definitely part of the attraction. Beautifully written, Connie. Glad to see this poem won in the contest! Hugs, Carolyn

Pratap Roy

Date: 1/3/2020 12:33:00 AM

Congrats.... A good write. Liked it. God bless you.

Keith O.J. Hunt

Date: 1/1/2020 12:20:00 PM

So elegant and graceful Connie, like the poems and poets you mention. Chris does have roses sifting from his pen;-)

FJ Thomas

Date: 1/1/2020 8:44:00 AM

My goodness woman how you can write! There isn't a poetic aspect you did not touch. A lovely sonnet Connie ;)

Robert Lindley

Date: 12/31/2019 10:56:00 AM

Both a tribute to poetry and to a fine fellow poet my friend. One that applauds the talent of another and presents the blessings of poetry as only a fine poet can do. Definitely a fav-- and a very fine jewel too...

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/31/2019 5:43:00 PM

Thank You Robert. I really appreciate the lovely comment and fave. I got an eye infection in Christmas which has kept me from reading but it is getting better now after seeing the doc and getting eyedrops. Have a blessed New Year my friend. xxoo

Robertina B.

Date: 12/30/2019 9:39:00 AM

Connie, you penned a Magnificent poem.. Described perfectly.. Really enjoyed!! This is a definite fave for me, my friend.. Happy New Year!! Blessings..

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/31/2019 5:46:00 PM

Thank you so much Robertina. I truly appreciate you faving this and your sweet comment. I have had a health issue but am better now and back to reading poetry. Have blessed New year! xxoo

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 12/28/2019 1:51:00 PM

So beautifully described poem of yours Connie! Congratulations!!

John Hamilton

Date: 12/27/2019 10:15:00 AM

Loved this one Connie, I am partial to Chris Green's writing, and to yours (obviously) we have many common tastes in poetry!

Silent One

Date: 12/26/2019 2:06:00 PM

Great poem Connie...Hope you had a wonderful Xmas.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 12/25/2019 4:55:00 PM

Hello Connie … to enjoy poetry with all it's different genres is to enjoy life itself. A wonderful way to leave stress behind. You have presented this so well Connie as usual - thank you Connie - Lindsay

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 12/24/2019 8:26:00 PM

Perfect poem to describe your love of poetry. Hope you have a very Merry Christmas and thank you for the gift of your poetry. Cheers, SuZ

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/24/2019 6:33:00 PM

Just back with my congratulations . I spent too long catching up and now I need to get to making dinner and wrappng gifts. ENJOY your night and day, my sweet sweet friend. LUV YOU.

Constance La France

Date: 12/24/2019 11:18:00 AM

Connie, so beautifully penned, congratulations!

Matthew Anish

Date: 12/23/2019 8:28:00 PM

Sweet words here. You show your love of the art form everyone on this site loves! Peace & Love Matthew Anish

Phyllis Babcock

Date: 12/23/2019 4:01:00 PM

Always love your poetry my friend. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and best wishes for the new year. love phyl

M. L. Kiser

Date: 12/20/2019 12:11:00 PM

Oh well done; good luck in the contest.

Supraja Kannan

Date: 12/17/2019 5:27:00 AM

Lovely, Connie. Congratulations on your win...I enjoyed this...

Mark Peterson

Date: 12/16/2019 10:37:00 PM

So well composed, lucid and full of penetration to the heart. I never fail to be inspired by your work.

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 12/17/2019 3:19:00 AM

What a fantastic compliment this is Mark as I truly admire your brilliant poetry. Thank you so very much. Many blessings to you and yours. Mele Kalikimaka! : ) xxoo