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Comment from tfawcus
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This is a remarkable poem that speaks to me of love, love past but now an inspiration for life to go on, in an eternal revelation of inner beauty connecting us, through Adonna, to the acceptance of wonder at God's creation. Your poem, a panegyric to Adonna, is also a song of thanksgiving for calm, healing qualities of this Paradise that surrounds us, here on earth. A poem that speaks of you love for and communion with life itself, beyond being such a sensitive tribute to the lady we all know and love as MissMerri. I have no hesitation in giving it my vote for Poem of the Month.

 Comment Written 03-May-2017


reply by the author on 03-May-2017
    panegyric...hm...indeed.
    a Poet well deserving recognition for outstanding consistent effort every time exceptional feels like blessing...I could be talking about you...but shes much prettier...-smile-...thank you Sir. much appreciated. love Michael
Comment from Maureen's Pen
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Dear Michael, again some wonderful lines with uniquie phrasing.
My favourite:

"satisfying music follows
where God strolls in gardens delight
whispering secret things made special " // especially loved this one:)

Overall wonderful and so you. I enjoyed reading it.
thanks for shairng.
m


 Comment Written 02-May-2017


reply by the author on 02-May-2017
    snap...snap...snap...might be better off without ya
    to many people all around ya...all these vultures that surround ya...they dont know a thing about ya...so gorgeous...you make me feel gorgeous...eww..soo gorgeous do you make me feel...-smile-
    borrowed and embellished from X Ambassadors....love that song like you...Michael
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
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This tells a special moment when the poet finds God whispers secret things about heaven and divine aspects of beautiful and moral state of living and enjoying life; I liked and enjoyed the read.

 Comment Written 02-May-2017


reply by the author on 03-May-2017
    alright...glad you did...-smile-
    peace love and happiness....love Michael
Comment from Ronni
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Hello Michael,
You've penned this eloquent and exquisitely triumphant tribute to a favorite
poet known and admired by many, Addona: myself included for several years
; as if hugging some momentous secret, impetus for which became too exciting
thus, had to find lingering pleasure and irresistibly buoyed spirits to share and
proudly beaming tribute. Your own very intricate and incomparable style
creating such vivid and entrancing mirrors and mystiques, makes this tribute
all the more profound and beguiling! Your eager warmth flows through every
line, capturing so graciously and glowingly, her subtle kind of radiance, that
inner glow that abides in her and captivates the senses so instantly.
Thank you for sharing and penning this exceptional tribute and gift to us all.
With fondest wishes always, Ronni

 Comment Written 01-May-2017


reply by the author on 02-May-2017
    well hello Wonderful...-smile-
    its funny I was almost convinced you didnt like me anymore...haha
    wow I wasnt aware you two were that close...not surprising I suppose both being born beautiful. ahh its for her so I too make it special, hope I succeeded at least in expressing appreciation. I thank you Dear fond wishes are better than bad. love Michael
reply by Ronni on 02-May-2017
    You expressed appreciation in this
    tribute for her ever so deservingly
    and enchantingly endearing! I hoped
    I got that across, but in case not,
    happy to assure you again!
    You..never forgotten!!!...smile...
    as fond thoughts and wishes always
    remain... Have a terrific week...
    As always, Ronni
Comment from Irish Rain
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Oh, wow. Isn't this beautiful, a delightful tribute to MissMerri, and so descriptive of her. Yes, she does speak in the language David owned, and pens the love that surely makes the roses jealous. Just lovely. Blessings...

 Comment Written 01-May-2017


reply by the author on 01-May-2017
    right...? I thought she recognizable in every stanza. man thank God I was getting worried people couldn't understand me...-smile-...Hello Irish...let me borrow some luck. love Michael
reply by Irish Rain on 01-May-2017
    Sending you star-sprinkled-rainbows!!!
Comment from MissMerri
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I've read this several times, I admit, and for several different reasons. The first time through, though I recognized the name at the top, I could scarcely recognize the person described in your lines, but I am deeply touched by the kind portrayal, nonetheless. The next time through, I read it as if I were someone who didn't know you or your subject, and found so many reasons to love the poem... the elegant language and descriptive words, the internal rhyme and the subtle arrangement of words like a watercolor painting, with contrast and light, color and shadow all blending together to make something so appealing to the senses. You are truly an artist, with paint or with words, and this poem is especially creative and appealing. The third time through, I found so many clever little turns and twists of language and ideas, like a picture puzzle fitting neatly together to reveal what was not seen before. But this, I've learned, is fairly typical of your writing style. You do amazing things with language. A few examples that I might mention: in the second stanza you say... speaking in love poems, a language David owned, and implying that those who hear, feel comfortable and welcome. The phonetically pleasing "owned" and "home" adds to the flavor. The next stanza is equally delightful, with dance, romance and chance all working together to create more inference about the poetry, and the "tongue" referring again to poetic language, and "pleasing to taste" all holding so much meaning. Then, of course, you employ so many poetic techniques, such as consonance and assonance, that add poetic beauty. I could go on... but surely you know by now, I love what you wrote.

It helped me enjoy the poem in a different way as I tried to remove the name from the equation, but I have to admit, there is something very touching about reading a poem written for you, or about your work. I think this is a first for me. Thank you for your generosity and for making "Adonna" seem more like a poet than she ever deserved. I'm truly moved by this.

I forgot to mention how much I enjoyed the artistic presentation of this poem. The swaying tree branch over the water is beautiful and watching all those flowers bloom to gorgeous music was truly amazing. Thank you for the beauty you share.

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    Well Meadow sometimes were not the best judge of ourselves...sometimes its someone else who sees the best in us. a friend showed me that...but youre writing worth is counted treasure by many and obvious to all able to read. it is you as I've found. love Michael
reply by MissMerri on 30-Apr-2017
    Thank you Michael... for what you just said, as well as for the beautiful poem.
reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    reading you is our pleasure Meadow...thank you...-smile-
Comment from RGstar
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love it, Love it.
Just love the twists and turns of your write for when they hit home, one finds the beauty.
So glad I am in tune with your meanings, for it is giving indeed.
Bravo.
By the way...on the title it says Madonna' but on the top, it states Adonna....change to the one or will have difficulty connecting.
Best wishes, my friend.

RG

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    -bigsmile-...ah well i did good then.
    thanks Bro...yea I know i released it as Madonna...but reread it innocent so balled up and titled it truth...though never having met the Mother of God, I'm convinced they share similar characteristics...love ya man Michael
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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A faithful warm and uplifting write, filled with sweet smells and intoxicating garden scenes of delight, a resonating and poignant write attributed to nature and beliefs, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    Well hello Dolly...-smile-
    its so nice to have you back where you belong.
    and I thank you Dear for enjoying my honoring another enchantress of the written word. love Michael
Comment from amada
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Hi Michael, just stopping by tonight. Great that you are still working and posting. This Madonna work is enchanted and lovable. Keep the inspiration going. Nice.

 Comment Written 30-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    hey Happy feet...-smile-
    well I'm glad you did its nice to be around comfortable.
    well Madonnas work or love begotten is hard to top so I changed the title to truth. setting aside concern some might feed their corrupted minds the dirt inside. -smile-...what I'm saying is thank you...love Michael
Comment from rspoet
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A beautiful poem, quite Merri in fact,
"whispering secret things made satisfied"
It is difficult to put a person into words
but "she speaks in love poems" says it nicely
and "side by side with Divine"
Perfect art work to match splendid words
Wish I had six stars for you and her
Perhaps six roses will do
RS

 Comment Written 29-Apr-2017


reply by the author on 30-Apr-2017
    ah youve met her it seems...no doubt lost in poetic expression.
    easy as breathin' is popular readin'...-smile-..appreciate the recognition. love Michael