The title says it all, written for a friend.

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While pale ivory moonlight

Carves a luminous path

Amid the labyrinths 

And the infinite lustre of stars

Gives sanctuary to wanderers

Adrift in the jet night….

II

While angels softly smile

At Cupid’s blushing ballads

Blessed protectors of mankind

Cushioned in crystal clouds

Silently healing our woes

As intangible companions….

III

While dancing fireflies waltz

O’er fields of summer gold

As pure white doves

Carry refrains of hymnal hope

Suffused with the faith

Of a myriad hearts ….

IV

While the dappled sun

Filters through the forest

Painting precious pearls

On time’s ravaged branches 

Illuminating the trail of salvation

An eternal walkway to life ….

V

While the hallowed halo of faith’s candle

Tapers the cloying catacombs

Of tormented minds 

To bring certainty and inspiration

Bathing abandoned souls

In the soothing glow of love….

VI

While rainbows shun the storm

Sending riches untold of love

Aloft on gossamer butterfly wings

And the rose hue of sunrise

Draws back the tassels of night

Unveiling the new day….

………………..

There will always be hope

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  • Sandra A Flowers on Apr 24, 2009

    a beautiful read,exquisite

  • Kinkyvinyl on Apr 24, 2009

    Very heartwarming and beautiful Kate, as always ;o)

  • Papa Sparks on Apr 24, 2009

    Very moving and evocative, Kate. I liked this one a lot.

  • Fegger on Apr 24, 2009

    So fluid…..beautifully poised verse! (told ya’)

  • Daisy Peasblossom on Apr 24, 2009

    Lovely imagery.

  • CHAN LEE PENG on Apr 24, 2009

    I agree with others: touching, unique and impressive poem. Thanks.

  • clay hurtubise on Apr 24, 2009

    Very well done. Hope is what gets me through the day! That and SNOT! :)
    Thanks,
    Clay

  • Elizabeth Abbott on Apr 24, 2009

    Kate, This is professional writing at its best! Absolutely stunning. So full of anticipation, love, inspiration and most of all hope!

  • papaleng on Apr 24, 2009

    Awesome and great imagery. your works are getting better and better . Keep up the good work.My prayers are with you that god give you peace of mind and true happiness.

  • kjbriand on Apr 24, 2009

    Beautiful! Just like you

  • amilia snow on Apr 24, 2009

    Beautiful piece…

  • HatedNation on Apr 24, 2009

    I suppose thats one way to look at it..lol
    Nice work.

  • Bullwinkle Muse on Apr 24, 2009

    Kate, the pristinely picturesque panorama your poetry portrays leaves me palpitating.

  • Sheila M on Apr 24, 2009

    Beautiful and inspirational=)

  • PR Mace on Apr 24, 2009

    Nicely done, a true inspiration, you are a good friend.

  • Joie Schmidt on Apr 24, 2009

    Your skill with the english language is superb… your ability to bring together sounds and words in a symphony of beauty is remarkable.

    Cushioned in crystal clouds

    Your artistic detail with words , for example, “c” “c” “c” – using the same letter brings your poetry to a level about the rest.

    Superb*

    Blessings.

    Sincerely,

    -Liane Schmidt.

  • Eunice Tan on Apr 24, 2009

    Yes, Kate, there is always hope as long as the sun still rises

  • manya on Apr 24, 2009

    Beautiful poem Kate. Hope is what keeps us going on!

    -manya

  • Ghost on Apr 24, 2009

    Kate, you should quit your day job, and write this in books. People deserve to know you! your words…real poetry

  • nutuba on Apr 24, 2009

    Kate, this touched me beyond belief. This is an amazing work, my friend. All I can say is, “Wow!”

  • Metal4life on Apr 24, 2009

    Awesome work. Very nice imagery and such a positive message.

  • Debra. on Apr 24, 2009

    Very nice work, Katie.

  • Aauhein on Apr 24, 2009

    It’s the end of the world as we know it. Armageddon is over and I feel fine. That’s what hope feels like to me. Thanx for reminding me. I’m stunned and marvel over this beautiful work of art.

  • Phill Senters on Apr 25, 2009

    Beautiful, Kate, Absolutely BEAUTIFUL !

  • J.L. Eck on Apr 25, 2009

    You shine!

  • Glynis Smy on Apr 25, 2009

    An exquisite poem, I loved it!

  • monica55 on Apr 25, 2009

    Kate you are a veteran writer. Go on and get your book published. Put some of them to music as well. You are on your way.
    Monica.

  • stryka66 on Apr 25, 2009

    Absolutely sensational, Kate – words cannot express my sheer admiration sufficiently…THANK YOU

  • revivor on Apr 25, 2009

    this is a truly remarkable piece, both in terms of content and format – it leads the reader to the message, hope!!
    thanks – revivor

  • MoShuga on Apr 25, 2009

    Makes me sing. I hear Puccini and Webber(Andrew Lloyd). I know many think you a simple a poet, but I’ll have to come up with a new term for the people who speak our private thoughts aloud with truth and eloquence.

  • mysticdave on Apr 25, 2009

    beautiful:)

  • Christine Ramsay on Apr 25, 2009

    I am amazed at your talent. You are so clever with alliteration and the beauty of your writing is overwhelming.

    Christine

  • Poetic Enigma on Apr 25, 2009

    This is a very beautiful poem,
    and I have to agree you have
    An amazing talent :)

  • Luffy12 on Apr 25, 2009

    i liked it !

  • flipsake on Apr 25, 2009

    what a wonderful way with words this lady has …..loved it ..

  • barreto on Apr 25, 2009

    i hope that you can be read for millions of persons as soon as possible…you are just amazing!

  • Betty Carew on Apr 25, 2009

    Kate I agree with everyone here your talent needs to be seen by the world. You are an exceptional poet. Get your poetry in a book my dear and let the world see the power of your words.

  • vim3 on Apr 25, 2009

    You seem to be getting better with every work of yours…this is excellent, well-thought out, well-planned and I love your choice of words! Reading you is joy.Thumbs up!!!:)

  • Mystical Whitewolf on Apr 25, 2009

    A wonderful poem on Hope……….You are truly gifted at your writings my friend.

  • 2tet on Apr 25, 2009

    This composition is refined. Intelligence on it… the choice of title deviates with its in-depth content.

    Best regards,
    2tet

  • The Quail on Apr 25, 2009

    An awesome poem on hope as well as very deep. Great job my friend.

  • DA Cournean on Apr 25, 2009

    You have a lovely style Kate. Love it :)

  • Joe Dorish on Apr 25, 2009

    Excellent poem Kate! Love your talent.

  • Juancav on Apr 25, 2009

    That sensitivity, fine descripcipciones poetry, that inspiration.

  • Darla Cooke on Apr 25, 2009

    Lovely poem!

  • Duff D Moss on Apr 25, 2009

    You\’re amazing – you must be the most consistently good poet on this place. You breath such life into the words – the imagery and feeling. Brilliant

  • Bo Russo on Apr 25, 2009

    Stunning beyond belief,I have nothing mor to say!!

  • Tate Morgan on Apr 25, 2009

    Kate I loved this You have the soul Of an Immortal
    Tate

  • seashell66 on Apr 25, 2009

    Absolutely beautiful in its imagery and texture.

  • Orbit1973 on Apr 25, 2009

    kinda masterpiece!

  • HelloMickey on Apr 25, 2009

    I like your poem~

  • Scout on Apr 25, 2009

    Those that are poets, are poets
    Those that are great poets, don’t know yet.
    Well now you know.
    Just like to join the complements above this.
    Brilliant work, well done.

  • Mystical Whitewolf on Apr 25, 2009

    Wonderful poem……….love that so many are reading all your wonderful work……….

  • julianhw on Apr 25, 2009

    Kate – what can I say – like a fine wine you get better with every sip. J

  • postpunkpixie on Apr 25, 2009

    Lovely imagery! This is absolutely outstanding! One of my favourites of yours. :)

  • F J McCarthy on Apr 25, 2009

    Wow,How do you top all of that, Loved it Kate

  • Lauren Axelrod on Apr 25, 2009

    Kate, I really have to say I am proud of you. If you\’re not doing this for a living you should be. Your work is amazing.

  • rutherfranc on Apr 25, 2009

    one word – mesmerizing!

  • Jo Oliver on Apr 25, 2009

    Beautiful. Not that # of comments is a show of talent…but, I have never seen so many on poetry. Congrats on the # of views!

  • Unofre Pili on Apr 26, 2009

    A piece bound to become a classic.

  • freaky4jay on Apr 26, 2009

    This is a wonderful work of poetry.keep it up!!!!!!!!!

  • maranatha on Apr 27, 2009

    This is awe-inspiring! Your use of imagery, your ability to paint with words, is wonderful. I feel soothed just reading this. Thanks you for sharing it!

  • rajeev bhargava on Apr 27, 2009

    an awesome poem. so delicate and refined. and the photograph is so peaceful of a distant sun which signifies new hope. i love this poem alot.

  • xoxo on Apr 27, 2009

    Beautiful choice of words and very inspiring.

  • OhSugar on Apr 29, 2009

    Beautiful and inspiring. I had to reread this. Great job.

  • cleblanc on May 6, 2009

    beautiful

  • skylite on May 6, 2009

    You have some beautifully written poems :)

  • Jenny Heart on May 11, 2009

    Perfect and breath taking.

  • CutestPrincess on May 12, 2009

    quite interesting poem, Kate!

  • LOVELYHONEY on May 23, 2009

    in hope we all live to hope
    lh

  • jamesII on May 27, 2009

    All I neeeded was the first stanza! Not that right of it was not good–the first stanza is simply beautiful. Still, there are more beautifl line thru-out the poem. An artist and a writer you are. Again! I just read Gold sun!

  • Aristate on May 29, 2009

    Kate I loved this It was a cord with me as well
    tate

  • 101 on Jun 10, 2009

    Kate, this is such a heart felt write that its chilling. absolutely beautiful read! always,Gary La Buda

  • Erin Miller on Feb 1, 2011

    Have you thought about compiling your poetry into one solid collection?

  • tonywriter on Feb 9, 2011

    awesome work kate a magnificent and beautiful touching poetry. Hope this poetry will reach your friend. Thanks mate you are full of talent and blessed. Take care!

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