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As We See Them Fly

I hear the howling at the moon as nightbirds then begin to croon The cricket’s dance invades my ear all creatures of the night I hear So why then with this shrouded din should I be in the mood I’m in Perhaps I feel I dance alone to claim no nightsong of my own Yet when the morning dove arrives to brighten all the mourning lives And when the butterflies appear the sounds of happiness I hear The loneliness that once took hold now banished, hearts to be consoled The doves fly off and say goodbye elated as we see them fly

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Date: 4/25/2022 12:50:00 PM
This is beautiful Mike, a fave for me!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/25/2022 4:27:00 PM
Thanks so much BJ!!!
Date: 7/14/2021 6:05:00 AM
Congrats on POTD. I’m late to the party but glad I dropped by. Excellent piece. ;0)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2021 6:18:00 AM
Thank you so much Richard!
Date: 7/13/2021 4:45:00 PM
Lovely imagery! Congratulations on POTD!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2021 4:17:00 AM
Thank you Kim xxoo
Date: 7/13/2021 2:07:00 PM
Your poem is lovely. I especially love these two lines: "Perhaps I feel I dance alone to claim no nightsong of my own" congratulations!!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/14/2021 4:16:00 AM
Thank you so much Ann!!
Date: 7/12/2021 8:01:00 AM
Lovely poetry...Congratulations on POTD.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 10:45:00 AM
Thanks so much Arturo!
Date: 7/12/2021 5:29:00 AM
I have always been blown away by your talent Mike. This one a fave for me. Belated congratulations on your POTD! xomo
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 6:59:00 AM
Thank you Maureen for your very kind words! Xxoo
Date: 7/12/2021 1:10:00 AM
Absolutely lovely you captured a mood in tune with nature.....
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 3:49:00 AM
Thank you so much Delice !!
Date: 7/11/2021 11:30:00 PM
When you want to be ALONE.I can totally connect to that.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 3:47:00 AM
Thank you Curie!!
Date: 7/11/2021 9:25:00 PM
Congratulations on your fine poem winning POTD, Mike. Good work!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 3:47:00 AM
Thanks so much Milton!
Date: 7/11/2021 7:17:00 PM
When all the world is quiet and night surrounds me, I embrace its beauty. I enjoy drifting in the stars while floating on cloud, as nature sings to me. There is something magical about the dreamy darkness. (To me, anyway) Ahhh, and as the morning sun kisses the wake of day. I am so thankful for such moments. This is beautiful Mike, in so many amazing ways. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/12/2021 3:47:00 AM
Thank you Brandy, I too appreciate the darkness and the return of the sun!
Date: 7/11/2021 6:11:00 PM
This is just beautiful Mike I love it. Congratulations on having it honored with POTD. I am saving this to my faves. Hugs and Blessings, Connie xxoo
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:21:00 PM
Thanks so much Connie, I hope you are well, xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 6:11:00 PM
This is a wonderful write. I so love it. It's a inspiration and enlightenment. I love it. God bless you and Congrats on POTD. Love, Gina
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:23:00 PM
Thanks very much Regina!!
Date: 7/11/2021 1:03:00 PM
Just beautiful and so uplifting Mike. Congratulations of POTD! I love this The loneliness that once took hold now banished, hearts to be consoled The doves fly off and say goodbye elated as we see them fly All the best, Susan :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:24:00 PM
Thanks for your kind words Susan!
Date: 7/11/2021 12:00:00 PM
- Congratulations on your beautiful p.o.t.d, Mike :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:25:00 PM
Thanks so much Anne-Lise xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 11:02:00 AM
I sometimes struggle with non-rhyme, Mike. No such problem here,. Your poem is excellent and your rhyme is spot on. A well deserved POTD. Must find time to peruse your list. Terry
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 11:17:00 AM
Thank you so much Terry!!
Date: 7/11/2021 9:02:00 AM
A beautiful poem written with excellent rhyme and flowing rhythm! Congrats on your POTD honor, Mike! Blessings, Kim M
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 11:16:00 AM
Thank you Kim for your very kind comments !!
Date: 7/11/2021 8:20:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. A beautiful story/write. Enjoy your win/Sunday with blessings.............
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 8:49:00 AM
Thank you Paula, Happy Sunday xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 8:06:00 AM
Mike, you did it again with this fantastic poem. Congratulations on POTD~ Warren
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 8:50:00 AM
Thank you so much Warren for your kind comments !!
Date: 7/11/2021 7:53:00 AM
Beautiful poetry, this reads like a soulful melody. Congratulations on poem of the day Mike… Regards ~ Belle
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 8:49:00 AM
Thank you so much Belle!!
Date: 7/11/2021 7:44:00 AM
Congratulations for POTD Mike! Happy Sunday :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 8:50:00 AM
Thank you so much Heidi, Happy Sunday xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 7:31:00 AM
so beautiful and uplifting, a joy to read and even better to see you get POTD honours, and of course I get to see your cute avatar again lol:-) hugs jan xx
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 7:33:00 AM
Awww, thanks Jan xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 7:08:00 AM
Iteration, shmiteration -- Hey, hey. This one's Poem of the Day! Have a spectacular Sunday, Mike! ~ Chicagoration
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 7:33:00 AM
Happy Sunday Chicagoration !!
Date: 7/11/2021 7:01:00 AM
Hi Mike, I’m just coming back to say congratulations on getting the poem of the day:-) Alexis
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 7:34:00 AM
Thanks so much Alexis xxoo
Date: 7/11/2021 5:55:00 AM
Mike, you have a lovely poem and so deserving of POEM OF THE DAY enjoy the honor ~ peace and tranquility _Constance
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:05:00 AM
Thank you very much Constance !!
Date: 7/11/2021 5:00:00 AM
Love the emotions and imagery in this one, congratulations on POTD!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/11/2021 6:05:00 AM
Thanks so much Tania!!
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