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To The Rons
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To The Rons |
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Poet deVine
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
One of the best features of the main site is the ability to write a descriptive paragraph about how a poem came to be...the meaning or the reason it was written. As we get ready to celebrate April as National Poetry Month, I'd like to share this story and poem with you. Eighteen months ago, I posted a poem on some web site. I don't remember which one. I received a glowing fan letter from a gentleman from Kentucky, by the name of Ron. We've kept in touch; he's inspired me..and truth be known, many of the poems you've read from me were inspired by phrases he supplied. A little while later, I met Ron Carnell at the old miningco.com site and was invited to post on his 'infant' Passions In Poetry website. I did. And it was the beginning of a journey that has led to this moment. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them both. For their guidance, their kindness, their constructive critism and their faith in me. Thank you - To The Rons One of you gave me the courage To write the songs in my heart One of you gave me a home A joyous place to start Both of you gave me freedom To pen this poet’s song For that I will always remember That I once yearned to belong You share more than a name In my eyes you share my fate With kindness and compassion It’s your approval I await The din of applause may never Be heard by this poet’s ears But I have heard your praise Soothe over my doubts, my fears Others may heap accolades Upon your deserving breast But in the quiet of my night I count you both as the best Friends that always lift me up Both sharing a common name You are The Rons, as I know you Both different yet both the same Though time will surely pass I will count each of you as friend With every rhyme, you are the reason This poet’s song will never end. (My friend in Kentucky also writes poetry and I'm sending this to him in hopes that he will join us!) [This message has been edited by Poet deVine (edited 03-08-2000).] |
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RufffRyder Member
since 2000-02-25
Posts 143<------Over There------> |
Not much to say on my reply, Only because this heart of mine Can never tell a lie, So to one Run you talk about That will be judged from above, Remember I tried to show nothing more than love. [This message has been edited by RufffRyder (edited 03-08-2000).] |
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Mistikman Senior Member
since 2000-01-10
Posts 682San Jose, CA, USA |
Excellent tribute to 2 great influences in your poetic life(One of which influenced many of us here with his excellent site) I hope the other Ron can come join us, I am interested in reading some of his stuff  |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
What a wonderful tribute to two very blessed people. This was so touching and emotional. It literally poured from your heart. Poetry~ Words falling on paper, painting a dream. Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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mystery Member
since 2000-02-21
Posts 79 |
This poem touched me and I don't even know The Rons, it seems like they have touched you too! What a nice way to thank two inspiring individuals. What a great poem! |
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Christopher
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
I echo your voice in praising Ron, but I must add Sharon, that you have a heart of purest gold. I've never known someone so caring and giving, and I am proud to call you a friend! Chris |
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Poet deVine
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-26
Posts 22612Hurricane Alley |
Thank you all for you kind comments. I appreciate them...this is really for the two Ron's who've influenced me the most...  |
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Dark Angel Member Patricius
since 1999-08-04
Posts 10095 |
Sharon, such a lovely tribute. Hopefully the other Ron will join us soon. Excellent!What comes from the heart goes to the heart. Samuel Coleridge |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
SPECTACULAR! I hope the other Ron comes to join us too! You got my heart to bleed here Sharon! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Sharon, this is a beautiful tribute. Very nicely written Seems like you've had two wonderful influences in your life and I love the way you've expressed it |
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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
PdV, your friend will be as welcome here as anyone--hope to see him here soon! Thank God for people like both of these Rons, and just imagine, if you hadn't met them, you wouldn't be here today (and then where would the Adult forum be? lol)! It's Fate! Elizabeth "He have his goodness now. God forbid I take it from him!" -The Crucible |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
Poet D, this is such a heartfelt and wonderful tribute to our esteemed host...I am so grateful for this place... our finest work comes when we are inspired by another poets grace. "Both of you gave me freedom To pen this poet’s song For that I will always remember That I once yearned to belong" perfect poerty take care, janet marie ...every moment of every day... your still with me in every way. every poem and song... every rhyme and verse... your still here...like a beautiful curse. janet marie |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Sharon~ I thank 'first' Ron and 'other' Ron for turning the PoetdeVine on. Wonderful tribute to two men, who with their inspiration have touched you. 'Other' Ron (Carnell)is certainly an inspiration to us all. Look forward to meeting your 'first' Ron. ~*Marge*~ ~*The pen of the poet never runs out of ink, as long as we breathe.*~ noles1@totcon.com |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Ah, I have witnessed and partaken of much of this journey with you. And though I was never close with the first Ron, Mr. Carnell has had the biggest influence on my life of anyone person other than my father. I can never say enough to thank him or properly show him the appreciation I feel for the friendship, the opportunities, and the unquestioning support he has always given me. This was a wonderful tribute to "both" your Rons... Thank you for sharing this, PdV. Michael |
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Denise
Moderator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This is such a beautiful tribute, PdV!! Well done! Denise |
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