Sunday, June 16, 2013

Friendship--By Karen O'Leary--United States

Friendship

granite rock
with a bit of shale

ever solid
yet room for change

giving space
but always there

gift so strong
yet full of light

(Note--Friendship is such a blessing in my life.  Thank you to all of my friends for this great gift.)
 
Karen O'Leary is a freelance writer/editor from West Fargo, ND.  Her poetry, short stories, and articles have been published in a variety of venues.  She released her first book of poetry in 2011 called Whispers... published by A.P.F. Publisher.  Their second project, Snippets...an anthology of short verse, contains poetry from 73 talented writers from across the world and was released in 2012.  Karen is a member of The Writers and Poetry Alliance and the Haiku Society of America.

22 comments:

  1. Dear Karen -

    In the sun of "Friendship" is a wonderful way to start the morning. Nothing like the graciousness and acceptance of a friend like you. If it weren't for this simple virtue, life would be lonely indeed.

    hugs,
    Kathy

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  2. Dear Kathy,

    Thank you so much for your kind words my friend. I can't imagine a world without friends. The people in our lives are life's most precious give. I appreciate all your support.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  3. Beautiful words from a beautiful you. Friendship is valuable - many don't realize how important it is until they lose it. Nice poetry Karen...

    Rhoda Galgiani

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  4. Dear Rhoda,

    Thank you for you wonderful comment. Friendship is a great gift. I appreciate all your support my friend. What a joy you bring to others with your words.

    Karen

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  5. Thank you, Jack Horne, for the following comment--

    beautiful poem inspired by a true friend to many

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  6. Dear Jack,

    I appreciate your ongoing support and friendship. Blessings to you. Thank you for all you do for Whispers.

    Karen

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  7. Dear Karen,

    A wonderful inspirational poem on friendship and how special they can be when you find a true friend. A lovely write Karen!

    Love Sandra

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  8. Dear Sandra,

    And what a good friend you are to me. Thank you for your kind words and ongoing encouragement. Blessings to you.

    Karen

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  9. Thank you, Christine Tate, for the following comment--

    Thanks so much Karen...By the way, didn't get a chance to tell you, but I enjoyed your poem about friendship! Hope you day is filled with joy & peace.

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  10. Dear Christine,

    Joy and peace to you too. Thank you for all the support and encouragement you are giving me. It's people like you that make Whispers possible. I am very grateful.

    Karen

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  11. very lovely Karen... a delight to read about friendship... and we all are thankful for your friendship and this lovely site. God bless

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  12. Dear Christina,

    Thank you so much for your kind words on my poem and for all the comments you left for others too. It is encouraging people like you that make Whispers possible. Blessings to you.

    Karen

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  13. A lovely poem by a great friend.
    Regards,
    Sunil

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  14. Dear Sunil,

    Your comment means a lot to me. Friendships are such gifts in my life. Thank you for your kind words. It's so wonderful having you hear at Whispers!

    Karen

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  15. Dear Karen, You know how much this poems means to me. Thank you for providing this site so those of us who wish to share uplifting poetry like this can do so. Blessings and love, Carolyn

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  16. Dear Carolyn,

    Your friendship is a great gift in my life. Thank you for all your support and encouragement. What a joy to have your a part of Whispers.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  17. Thank you, John Williams, for the following comment--

    Your work always touches me in one way or another. My feelings for you and your inspiring work is much like your poem, "Friendship." I appreciate your thoughtful and kind ways. Thank you so much for the opportunity to share my work on your website. I enjoy the comments you and other poets share with me. God bless you as you continue reaching out with a spirit of love for others. Some, without your site, would probably never have such wonderful and talented poets reading their work.

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  18. Dear John,

    Thank you for your kind words and gift of friendship. It is in that spirit of reaching out to others that makes a writing community. So blessed to have you a part of it.

    Karen

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  19. Thank you, Suzanne Clement, for the following comment--

    Friendship is indeed a blessing and a gift! I feel grateful for my friendships too! Thank you for letting me into your blog!

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  20. Dear Suzanne,

    Thank you for being a part of the Whispers community and for your kind words. Hope to publish more of your poetry soon.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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  21. Thank you, Gerald Heyder, for the following comment--

    With a poem like this, you must have many friends!

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  22. Dear Gerald,

    I don't know about the many friends but I try to be a good friend to those I have. Friends truly are great blessings in my life. Thank you for your kind comment.

    Karen

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