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Rare Purity

Here's a topic worthy of exploration.

Freeform, prose accollades of you.

It's how I feel about you, and that's...that.

My feelings are monumental, you know.

And, not only respect, and admiration come to mind,

but, more importantly.....affection towards your spirit.

Without that, mine would not have been drawn to you.

 

Our spirits seem to "mesh", and I enjoy that.

That's probably why you';re such a huge influence in my life.

Everything from as little a thing as, sense of humor...

..to as great a thing as integrity...have helped shape my life, by example.

Yours is a light internal that's not only contagious...

..but, awe inspiring.

And I must thank you for that.

 

You're a dear friend, and a mentor...

..an example, and a muse...

..and a beacon , and a siren of what is good.

Thank you for your wisdom, and your influences...

..may others be drawn to your "well", also.

May they be open enough.....to learn.

And may they be able to recognize rare purity in an individual.....and reap the rewards of your light.

— docmaverick, Jan 11, 2008

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Region, Country: The High Desert, in the wild west, southern California, U.S. of A.., USA

Favorite Poets: Keates, Poe, Dickinson, and Dr. Seuss. There are a smattering of others, but why bother listing 'em all, ya know?, I also rely on a few of our poets, here....for advice, and what not. I couldn't possibly explain what a fountain of live, effective knowledge we have...right here in our midst ! To catch a glimmer of brilliance, merely visit: the Stream.

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RSScheerer

RSScheerer

18 years 4 months ago

A flattering tribute

Your subject would be honoured, I am certain. May I offer a suggestion to keep your rhythm consistent? In your last stanza, drop most of the "ands," e.g. "..an example, a muse...a beacon, a siren of what is good." The "ands" give it a stoccato tone that the rest of the piece does not have and detract from the pacing. Thank you for sharing this wonderful tribute. ~ Ronda