April is National Poetry Month, and after mulling over what I wanted to share for a first post to celebrate, I think I’ve come up with a perfect kickoff. As many of you know, we lost a very special member of our blogging community earlier this week, Sue Vincent. Not only was Sue an invaluable and supportive blogging friend, but she was a gifted painter and writer, so I thought sharing one of her beautiful poems would be a perfect way to begin this special month.
Purpose
The pen paints the souls longing
In jewel tones.
The darkness veils the stars,
Yet their Light shines unseen,
But not unfelt
An ember of gold
In the shadows.
Now you remind us
To count all our blessings,
Holding them dear
For the little while.
You remind us too
That chivalry survives,
And the courage to laugh
In the face of tragedy.
Then you remind us
That friendship is precious
A gift to be cherished
And never lost.
I am reminded
That life has its purpose
And our purpose in life
Is to Live it.
~ Sue Vincent ~
For more of Sue’s work, please visit https://scvincent.com
equipsblog said:
Lovely poem to share and kick off National Poetry Month.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Sue was a gifted writer.
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equipsblog said:
That is what everyone has been saying. I’ve seen several lovely tributes to her.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
You should definitely check out her blog.
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fragglerocking said:
Lovely poem!
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
You should take a gander at her blog Fraggle. I think you’d enjoy a lot of her writing.
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fragglerocking said:
I will!
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beetleypete said:
Great choice, Kim. I shared this on Twitter. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Pete!
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Jacquie Biggar said:
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A beautiful poem tribute to Sue Vincent shared by Kim on By Hook of by Book ❤
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Jacquie Biggar said:
A beautiful and fitting way to start off National Poetry Month ❤
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Jacquie. I couldn’t think of a more perfect way to begin.
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Mary Smith said:
A perfect poem to start Poetry Month and a fitting tribute to Sue.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks so much Mary.
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Carla said:
A Beautiful poem to share to kick off National Poetry Month, as well as a tribute to Sue Vincent.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Carla.
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OIKOS™-Editorial said:
Great to start the National Poetry Month with a wonderful poem by Sue. I am sure she is having an eye on every single poem getting posted. Have a beautiful weekend, Kim! Best wishes, Michael
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Michael. You too.🤗
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cheryloreglia said:
This is wonderful Kim, thank you for sharing Sue’s work! So fitting, C
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
She was such a gifted writer.
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robbiesinspiration said:
Thank you, Kim, for sharing this beautiful poem.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
It’s my pleasure to keep sharing Sue’s work.
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markbierman said:
Thank you for sharing this. Sue was wonderful person and a talented writer.
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
She was.
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Jennie said:
You picked a perfect poem to kick off the month. I’m so glad you honored Sue in this way. Happy Easter, Kim!
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Jennie. Happy Easter!🐰🐣
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Jennie said:
You’re welcome, Kim. You, too! 💕
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Americaoncoffee said:
Poetry is a soul searching, and exposes so much of our plight as persons! (AOC)
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By Hook Or By Book: Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
So true.
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