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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. 
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The Writers Contest was at hand, The entries had been sent, Creative works across the land, The Judges' view now lent. Poetry and short story, The insights of a Muse, The authors seeking glory, The Judge must careful choose. So many spoke of Columbine, And of social injustice, Tragedies that tingle the spine, Issues that command our notice! Some of tender moments spoke, Like a lovers sweet embrace, Some spoke of throwing off the yoke, From relationships of distaste. But the fairest entry of the pile, Rose clearly to the top, A poem written with grace and style, Was the "Cream of this Crop". It told of a mans' devotion, Toward his children and his wife, It was filled with rich emotion, For his family WAS his life! He worked many a long hard day, For his family, to provide, All this for minimal pay, But he took it all in stride. When all the bills were paid, Had nothing left for self, But his greatest treasure was made, Saw his family as his wealth! The Contest now was ended, One entry now stood tall, About sacrificial love extended, To ones' wife and children small! ********************************************** Moonbeams radiate As the veiling cloud has past Playful shadows dance! D.L.White :^) |
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Gene Senior Member
since 2000-01-23
Posts 935Colorado, USA |
Dennis, Wonderful poem. You should enter this one in the next contest. ~Gene |
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kaile
since 2000-02-06
Posts 5146singapore |
Poor Rich Man Fortune I possess, though i'm rags. Devoted love from my Darlings allow me to write this informal cinquain for you  ")lovely lovely poem--you are clearly the winner in this contest ") |
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blackhalo Member
since 2000-02-15
Posts 467Denver, CO |
With a poem like that, your contest, was.... NO CONTEST! Alicia A. Renzelman |
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ESP Member Elite
since 2000-01-25
Posts 2556Floating gently on a cloud.... |
This poem is brilliant!! The rich poor man...so true, so true. Love and hugs, Lizzie "Poetry is the true expression of my soul, it is my ultimate means of communication. It is my rainbow of delight." |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Dennis, another great poem floated from you mind. I love it.  |
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PrincessPoet Member
since 2000-04-15
Posts 133Long Beach, Calif. |
Well written, Dennis Truely from the Heart  What was the title of the winning poem? Your failures in life come from not realizing your nearness to success when you give up. -Yoruba Proverb Poetry & Friendship, PrincessPoet |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Dennis: Wonderful poem! He has all the riches he'll ever need. You've done a beautiful poetic job on this one. You get the prize in my book! I know that I feel like the richest woman in the world every time I thank God for my family. Ellie 02 |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
Dear Brother, This is another lovely poem, a worthy theme and wonderful execution. I like how you handled this one-to get the point across. David "Our Creativity points to a Higher Creator--we couldn't have just happened, and for what ability we may possess--to God be the glory." -dlw- |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
This poetry contest winner-sounds a lot like you: big family hard worker- and very talented in his writtings! [This message has been edited by deleeme (edited 04-19-2000).] |
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twinsgd Member
since 2000-02-13
Posts 416Ontario,Canada |
A beautiful poem Dennis and lo and behold ,the average Joe working man is the hero. Really enjoyed this. Jack |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Thanks for all your kind replies, Gene, Thank you, perhaps you could suggest a contest I could enter. :^) Kaile, Thank you for your kind words and clever verse! :^) Alicia, You are WAY to kind :^) ESP, STOP THAT! my hat won't fit now! :^) Munda, your kind word are always appreciated! :^) Princess P., Thank you, There was no title mentioned in the poem, I'l leave that to your imagination! :^) Ellie, Thanks for your kind comments, Yes our children are our Treasure! :^) David, Thank you for your kind comments also, this is based on a ficitional character but our nation needs more loving and devoted fathers! :^) Jack, Thanks, the quiet unsung hero makes the biggest impact on the lives around him! :^) |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Great poem with a great message, Dennis! Denise |
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Gene Senior Member
since 2000-01-23
Posts 935Colorado, USA |
Dennis, quote: http://www.poetry.com/ They have a $1,000 contest every month. They also have a haiku contest. ~Gene |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Your heart is shining in this piece, Dennis .... I love it !!!! |
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