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Sometimes when friends lose their mates, it's hard to know what to say.  Some special Soup ladies have endured this hardship in the past year.  Perhaps just letting them know we are open to listening and offering support will help them heal.  Connie and Line, this poem's for you.

The sun will break again for you, my friend From out of darkness into light, you’ll tread Your grief, it will subside and may soon end And I’ll be with you on the road ahead Recovery’s road goes both up and down These months without your mate have left you frail But cast away the tears; you will not drown It’s time that you remove your mourning veil Look up to see the friends who stand by you We know your loss, but struggle to express And still, we’re standing by till you pull through So when grief calls, don’t fret or acquiesce You will not have to make this trip alone A new start waits till past this grief you’ve grown

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021




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Date: 4/23/2021 12:28:00 PM
Back with Congratulations on this win. A beautiful write. A good friend can be of great help. Enjoy your day/weekend with blessings..............
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Date: 4/23/2021 10:35:00 AM
A very touching write Carolyn, congrats on a nice placement!
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Date: 2/28/2021 2:43:00 PM
Another quality example that I can always expect from you.
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Date: 2/17/2021 8:47:00 AM
Beautiful words reaching out to deliver a loving, heartfelt message. Standing beside one who is suffering a loss, is true friendship, and a blessing. Lovely Carolyn.
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Date: 2/17/2021 12:12:00 PM
Thanks for your lovely comments, Sandra. I'll check your page. Hugs, Carolyn
Date: 2/9/2021 4:58:00 AM
Hi Carolyn, I just hope this vaccine will help, but if poorer countries don't get it sooner rather than later, the world has a mighty problem! A soothing beautiful poem written from your kind heart to two people who we all love and are here for them. Love and hugs Carolyn, Jennifer.
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Date: 2/11/2021 8:16:00 AM
On Saturday I'll make a 100-mile round trip to get vaccinated. Was lucky to get an appointment as I had been trying for more than a month. It's very important that all people have access. Thanks for reading!
Date: 2/6/2021 9:56:00 AM
Absolutely beautiful poetry my dear friend. A top notch sonnet that speaks so well of the heart of its creator. A POTW contender in my book.. A fav, and truly an inspirational gift to the lucky reader.. God bless..
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Date: 2/2/2021 10:55:00 PM
Amazing poetry, Carolyn. Would be a lovely positive poem on a card whether, sympathy, or to anyone that needs a friend in times that will effect us all in time.
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Date: 2/2/2021 11:54:00 AM
It's hard to lose someone you love but remember the good times together and it will help. Also remember that your loved one would not want to to spend the rest of your life in grief. A lovely gift for our friends , God Bless, JB
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Date: 2/1/2021 3:07:00 PM
Lovely sonnet, rhymes and meter well penned - regardless of the form the message will be comforting to those who have lost a loved one. Best
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Date: 1/31/2021 10:29:00 PM
My dear sweet friend, your beautiful poem brought me to tears. I don’t cry often because I feel like I’m just feeling sorry for myself. By your words I know you truly understand what it is to grieve the loss of a mate. I try to keep busy but early in the morning and late at night is the most difficult for me.To know that I have so many wonderful friends here at Poetry soup helps me get through the days. I want you to know how much I appreciate your poetic gift. A Fave! Blessings xxoo
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 2/2/2021 10:57:00 AM
It's okay to cry, Connie, as tears are a release. Many of us here are sad you have to go through this. Still, we'll stand by you. Hugs, Carolyn
Date: 1/31/2021 9:29:00 PM
This is so heartwarming, Carolyn. How very kind of you. Indeed the loss of our husband leaves us feeling frail ~ that indeed sums it up so well. The friendship and support has been most precious through this. Thank you so much for the lovely poem. A FAVE for sure ~
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Date: 2/2/2021 10:58:00 AM
Poems are born of strong emotion, Line. My heart goes out to you and Connie. I'm glad you are part of the Poetry Soup community, where people support each other. Hugs, Carolyn
Date: 1/31/2021 12:14:00 PM
your compassion for your fellow poets shines out so brightly like a beacon of hope during such sad times, a super sonnet carolyn, adding this gem to my faves:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 1/31/2021 8:28:00 AM
oh, just read your note. I had not even noticed that top part when I read the poem!! So sweet of you.
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Date: 1/31/2021 8:23:00 AM
A thoughtful and soothing write. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 1/30/2021 12:05:00 PM
Congratulations on your win. A beautiful and loving write. Life can be so very painful. A good friend can always be of help. Enjoy your win/day with blessings..............
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Date: 1/31/2021 8:00:00 AM
I just read your Valentine's Day poem. Wow! You are very wise. Love must be given if we want it returned. Thanks for reading my sonnet, Paula. Hugs, Carolyn
Date: 1/30/2021 10:14:00 AM
How sweet and compassionate you are. You are indeed a wonderful friend. I know at least two women for whom this happened last year. I am sure you refer to them. Were there others?
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Date: 1/30/2021 10:31:00 AM
At the top, I mentioned Line and Connie. Don't think they have seen the poem yet. There may be others who have lost their spouses too. Thanks for reading, Andrea.
Date: 1/29/2021 10:45:00 AM
The wonderful thing is they will see their late spouse in their dreams with the comfort of knowing they are safe from harm! Aloha! Rico
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/29/2021 12:10:00 PM
Sometimes the dreams you describe seem so real that they truly do bring us comfort. I've had many of them. Thanks for reading, Rico.
Date: 1/28/2021 11:29:00 PM
Ohhh so sweet of you Carolyn. Who will not feel comfort amidst the pain when one read this? Congratulations on your well-deserved win.
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Date: 1/29/2021 12:11:00 PM
And congrats on your win, too! Just read your beautiful poem. Wow!
Date: 1/28/2021 12:41:00 PM
How very thoughtful of you Carolyn, a beautiful sonnet you've written for them, Tom
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Date: 1/29/2021 12:12:00 PM
I hope they see it. Connie has started posting again. Thanks for reading, Tom. LOVE your cowboy poem!!
Date: 1/28/2021 12:39:00 PM
awww, what a beautiful & touching write, hon xx
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Date: 1/28/2021 11:40:00 AM
very touching, carolyn! you've expressed this beautifully...
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Date: 1/28/2021 11:37:00 AM
WOW! So tenderly and lovingly said, my friend. Every reassuring word says friendship at its best. So comforting to read your poem, Carolyn.
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Date: 1/28/2021 11:27:00 AM
Your sonnet is filled with love for Connie and Line, tenderly expressed.
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