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Connections (for Ron Carnell)
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Connections (for Ron Carnell) |
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Kit McCallum
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Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada 
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I wanted to share a poem of appreciation that I wrote for Ron, as he is on my mind ... and we are all a part of this story. *~* When I sent the text of this poem to Ron a month ago, I had wanted to do something a little different, so I also sent him a sound file of me reciting it for him. I was delighted that in perfectly Ron fashion, he surprised me the very next day by choosing some of his favorite photos from a few of our adventures, and created this finished slideshow for us. I thought it would be nice to share this slideshow collaboration with everyone here. Please continue to keep Ron in your thoughts and prayers. Connections youtube video *~* Connections (for Ron Carnell) My dearest friend, you wondrous man, I know in life, it’s hard to plan However someone “greater” knew That we should meet … I know that’s true. I know because when I was lost Our trails entwined and pathways crossed, I searched for meaning day by day And there you were … one click away. I found your stories, words and rhymes And read them all a thousand times; I wondered who this man could be Who shared his writer’s world with me? You had a strong magnetic force Connecting me toward your course And there to my delight I found Like-minded people all around. Regardless of the art you chose, From poems to magic, even prose, You had a way to join us all, No audience too big or small. Your sense of humor drew us in, Your wit, your smarts, your impish grin, Then came the thoughtful side of you, Perceptive, caring, warm and true. You made us laugh, you made us smile, You made us pause and think a while; Through wonderment and stories tall, Your narratives charmed one and all. I watched this through a writer’s lens, Saw strangers soon becoming friends; Your spirit seemed to join us there Amid the stories you would share. It mattered not, which tale you wove, You seemed to have a treasure trove Connecting all of us to you While hearts and minds and friendships grew. I’m one of many lives you’ve changed Through sleight of hand or rhymes arranged, Sweet friend, I’m thankful for our time, This legacy of love and rhyme. You’re blushing now … I’ve gone too far, But here I am, and there you are; We know we’re just one click away, And through our hearts, we’ll always stay. /Kit Detering July 7, 2021 |
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Gunslinger Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 901TX, USA |
Absolutely beautiful, Kit, and so apropos. Thank you so much for posting. |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Kit...Beautiful tribute. Loved the Thought behind this. Thanks for sharing. Ron get well my friend, You need to put together another book. Just kidding...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
♥ No words. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
Beautifully wrriten Kit. Precious and true words for an extraordinary man whose done so much for us all...touched and changed everyone of our lives for the better. I keep telling myself words could never pay the full extent of honor due to Ron, but you begin to change my mind with this. |
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BluesSerenade Member Patricius
since 2001-10-23
Posts 10549By the Seaside |
Your poem radiates with such clarity and all the shades of blue that have decorated these pages over the years. You’ve gathered every poet who ever was with love and passion and poetry. Absolutely beautiful Kit. God bless you Ron. |
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Kit McCallum
Administrator
Member Laureate
since 2000-04-30
Posts 14774Ontario, Canada |
Thank you for the lovely comments everyone. Please continue to keep Ron close in your hearts and thoughts. |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Such a beautiful and touching tribute. |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
such a lovely, thoughtful poem, beaming positive inspiration from a kindly man...he gave us all so much through these pages....thank you Kit for sharing. Hugs...Lee J. |
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