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When Words Begin

Sometimes when I approach the pen I wonder what will come and then My heart begins to re-engage And words begin to fill the page

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021




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Date: 8/14/2021 12:38:00 PM
Mike, your metaphor weaves a magical truth, added with a well-placed rhythmic tempo. My compliments for your righteous placement my friend, Aloha!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/15/2021 6:54:00 AM
Thank you very much William !!
Date: 8/14/2021 10:08:00 AM
Mike, I think we have all experienced this. I loved the simplicity of your poem, and I am so happy it rose to this level in my contest. Congratulations!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/15/2021 6:54:00 AM
Thank you so much Milton, I really enjoyed your contest!!
Date: 8/14/2021 9:48:00 AM
Dear Mike, you capture the moment of soulful inspiration so beautifully. Congratulations for your excellent win in Milton's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/15/2021 6:53:00 AM
Susan, that is so kind of you, Thank you !!!
Date: 8/10/2021 6:54:00 PM
Sometimes when I approach the pen, it leaks,... And what comes out -- My two readers both freak. ~ Grateful for them both! lol. Good one, Mike
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/11/2021 3:56:00 AM
I'm with you GW!! Happy Wednesday!!
Date: 8/9/2021 2:44:00 PM
It's the gift of poetry, Mike. Well said.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2021 3:57:00 PM
Thanks Vijay!
Date: 8/9/2021 1:38:00 PM
I like it and I know what you mean.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2021 3:57:00 PM
Thanks so much Richard!
Date: 8/9/2021 1:29:00 PM
Once you get that pen in your hand its a cue to your muse to start delivering. Tom
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2021 3:58:00 PM
So true Tom, thanks!
Date: 8/9/2021 12:18:00 PM
Hello Mike Gentile when we reach for a pen and put it to paper, we never know what words will appear on the page. Happy Monday.Darlene
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 8/9/2021 4:21:00 PM
Hello Mike Gentile, you are very welcome. Enjoy your evening my friend. xx-oo.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2021 12:31:00 PM
So true Darlene, thanks xxoo
Date: 8/9/2021 10:56:00 AM
- Lovely written, Mike :) - Luck in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2021 10:59:00 AM
Thanks so much Anne-Lise xxoo

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