You Were Just a Photo

Five years ago, to me, you were just a photo 
I had no idea who you were
Through your words and kindness 
We've become wonderful distant friends 
You have opened your heart to me, and I to you 
You have made me smile, laugh and sometimes cry 
Even though we've never met face-to-face
I wept when you said goodbye, forever 
And I smiled when you became, anew 
You expressed your feelings and emotions 
Told me about your love and lovers 
Reminded me of my childhood 
And helped me cope with my growing age 
I never knew what would become of us 
I never knew what a joy it would bring to me 
But now I know, and I've come to realize 
Spending an initial thirty-five dollars 
And eventually becoming a life-time member 
Was clearly one of the best investments I have ever made 
You have brightened my hours, my days, and my life 
So, I just want to say 
To PoetrySoup and to all the wonderful friends I've met here 
From the bottom of my heart... 
I thank you all
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kulkarni Avatar
February 17, 2023 at 2:06 PM
Loved it!! How superbly you have put your feelings in words!!
Bangalee Avatar
February 9, 2023 at 12:33 AM
wow superb and fantastic poem penned; congrats for being selected the poem as POD
Gentile Avatar
February 8, 2023 at 4:29 AM
Away for a couple of days and I miss this!! I feel that same way Charlie! belated congratulations!! Your kindness shines through!!
Lane Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 11:14 AM
There truly are some wonderfully talented and genuinely friendly people on this site, Charlie. Your recognition as the potd is a tribute to those who are sincere in their encouragement to others.
M  Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 1:15 AM
A beautiful ,sweet, heartfelt Charlie Poem!! And a very deserved POTD….Congratulations Charlie….Debx
Meadows Avatar
February 2, 2023 at 12:12 AM
A lovely poem. Congratulations on your POTD.
Tor Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:45 PM
Back to congratulate you Charlie, on receiving POTD.
Nicole Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 6:30 PM
Yes, "we've become wonderful distant friends." Here at PoetrySoup. Poetry has a way of connecting hearts, not for a moment-- but for a lifetime. Your thoughts curl softly around me and my heart. Congratulations Charles, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Kitchin Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 4:05 PM
Charlie, a sweet poem, so glad you are on PS, congratulations on POTD!
Flood Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 2:52 PM
Big congrats on POTD with this smashing write, Charlie. Thought you were addressing an individual, the reality was a clever twist. Terry
Volumes Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 2:02 PM
Twas so easy to favor this poem Charlie. l have read it 4 times already. Congrats.
Slaughter Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 11:40 AM
This is quite lovely...and heartfelt...Charlie. It is a pretty good group to be a part of, isn't it? A wonderful selection for POTD.
La France Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 10:57 AM
Dear Charlie, amazing poem and congratulations on receiving the deserving POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings ~Constance
Anaya Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 10:33 AM
Congratulations on your POTD Charlie Messina! Many can relate, I know I can. One year and change for me and I love that you are a part of it and feel the same way! Your genuine and sentiments, so sweet~fav~Anaya
Wolf Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 9:01 AM
Wonderful! Five years ago I was a photo. Now I'm a ghost. lol. Charlie, you are the best! Congrats on POTD, Gershon
Fowler Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 8:26 AM
Oh Charlie. Your poem is just so sincere and warming to this souper. Thank you for being you! Congratulations on the honor your POTD! :)
Chuuk Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:54 AM
A lovely message from your heart. Congratulations on POTD!
George Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:49 AM
This is exactly what I too have felt. Poetry Soup has made my retired life too busy reading beautiful poems of my poet friends and getting comments from them. Congratulations Charlie on your POTD on this beautiful tribute to our site.
Roper Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:48 AM
A warm heartfelt verse. Well said. as I thank you as well for being a close friend. Congratulations on POTD my friend
Goldsmith Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:42 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A wonderful write/tribute to Soup and to the members. Friendships are made here. Have a great/blessed day writing away.............
Pandit Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:17 AM
BIG congrats on POTD, Charlie. Heartfelt sentiments you convey. Enjoy your day.
Doll Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 7:05 AM
Charles, poetry soup wouldn't be the same without you. Congratulations on POTD~ Warren.
Hinshaw Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 6:40 AM
Thank you for these wonderful, heartfelt words, dear friend. Congrats for POTD! You are a valued member of the soup family - Bob H
Elless Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 6:01 AM
A wonderful heartfelt poem. Congrats on your POTD. Keep Rolling.
Buhagiar Avatar
February 1, 2023 at 5:40 AM
Glad you got a POYD. You deserve it.
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