Painting pictures with words.
Opening a part of the soul.
Emotion flowing with the lines.
Tapestry skillfully woven.
Reflecting thoughts artfully.
Yearning to make a difference.
--Karen O'Leary--Whispers' Editor
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Special Feature Collaborative Poem--Peggy Dugan French and Karen O’Leary, United States
Thank you for your kind words. Our hearts are linked even though we can't link hands in the real sense. I really appreciate all the comments you leave at Whispers and for all you are doing for our journal.
two of my most favorite friends and poets! deepest regards to you both, and for this lovely collaboration xxx ayaz (and Frosty and Tama and all at bear creek haiku)- ayaz daryl nielsen
Thank you for your lovely words and your ongoing support of Whispers. Your voice of encouragement to others is such a gift. It was a joy writing my first poem with Peggy.
This describes friendship so well. Friendship is a gift that can only be shared! Years and distance have no effect. When we circle back together again it is just like it was yesterday. Love your poem.
Writing our first poem together is such a gift to me. After being too sick to get to the computer yesterday, I was overwhelmed to see all the support and lovely comments on our poem. Thank you for being such a special friend in my life, soul-sister. Keep your light shining.
As a friend, I know you understand that true friendship is about being a light, supporting each other even when the going gets tough. What a blessing you are in my life.
Thank you for your lovely thoughts on our poem. The warmth comes from a friend that has touched my life in so many ways. I hope to see more poetry from you at Whispers soon.
I'm glad you feel the warmth of our friendship. It's a blessing to have people in our lives that stand behind us no matter what. Thank you for your friendship, too.
Thank you for stopping by even though this is a rough time for you and Frank--our 4 candles continue to glow--despite the challenges. Yes, Peggy is a special friend, one I treasure.
I'm glad you saw the connection as I consider Peggy a special friend, a soul-sister. Thank you for continuing to support our Whispers community. It's a pleasure to share your poetry with readers.
Your collaboration poem with Peggy Dugan French is simple yet beautiful. The thoughts attributed to Friendship are meaningful and serve to highlight the bond which exists between two persons, notwithstanding the miles that separate them.
Peggy and I do have a special bond, and this poem is an outgrowth of our friendship. Thank you so much for seeing this in our words, Paul. I appreciate the time you took to send me this. I hope you are able to get back on Whispers soon.
Thank you so much Paul for your kind words. You are right, true friendship does not see the miles that separate...it was great to create this piece with Karen 'across the miles' Cheers to you.
The energy in “across the miles” is brilliantly alive. It paints more than a picture…a movie of friendship over time and space. Two distinct souls expressing, sharing, connecting…becoming one in an extraordinary moment of creation…a stunning revelation. Thank you, Peggy and Karen.
Well, I'm touched by this delightful, well-written poem by the both of you. I really enjoyed this. Thank you both for sharing and continued blessings to each of you!
Beautifully written with a simple but strong message. Thank you both. Annie
ReplyDeleteThank you Annie, glad you enjoyed it.
DeleteDear Annie,
DeleteIt was a special experience to write my first poem with Peggy. The words flowed across miles. Thank you, Peggy, for sharing this poem with me.
Blessings,
Karen
Thanks to you as well Karen, enjoyed the ride!
DeleteI agree with Annie. When I read this I got a clear image of two hands linked together. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you Nick for your kind words.
DeleteDear Nick,
DeleteThank you for your kind words. Our hearts are linked even though we can't link hands in the real sense. I really appreciate all the comments you leave at Whispers and for all you are doing for our journal.
Blessings,
Karen
Keep on spreading hope and a spirit of friendship and love.
ReplyDeleteWill do, thanks Ndaba!
DeleteDear Ndaba,
DeleteThank you for your kind words. Like, Peggy, I hope to continue to pass on the spirit of friendship, wherever I go.
Blessings,
Karen
So should all friendships be! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIndeed Arthur!
DeleteDear Arthur,
DeleteYes, they should. Peggy is such a good friend to me at a time when I really need one.
Blessings,
Karen
two of my most favorite friends and poets! deepest regards to you both, and for this lovely collaboration xxx ayaz (and Frosty and Tama and all at bear creek haiku)-
ReplyDeleteayaz daryl nielsen
Thank you so much ayaz (and Frosty and Tama) for your kind words, much appreciated!
DeleteDear ayaz,
DeleteThanks for making me smile today with the kudos from your editor team. Your friendship and support mean a lot to me. Wishing you the best always!!!
Blessings,
Karen
Peggy and Karen,
ReplyDeleteYou both did a splendid job on your collaboration. Great teamwork!
Your friend,
David Dox
Thank you so much David, appreciate your kind words!
DeleteDear David,
DeleteThank you for your lovely words and your ongoing support of Whispers. Your voice of encouragement to others is such a gift. It was a joy writing my first poem with Peggy.
Blessings and best wishes,
Karen
This describes friendship so well. Friendship is a gift that can only be shared! Years and distance have no effect. When we circle back together again it is just like it was yesterday. Love your poem.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dwight, I agree with your thoughts on friendship and am so glad you enjoyed the piece!
DeleteDear Dwight,
DeleteThank you so much for your lovely and insightful words. It is a pleasure to have you a part of Whispers.
Blessings,
Karen
Thanks for publishing this Karen, it was a pleasure creating this with you.
ReplyDeleteDear Peggy,
DeleteWriting our first poem together is such a gift to me. After being too sick to get to the computer yesterday, I was overwhelmed to see all the support and lovely comments on our poem. Thank you for being such a special friend in my life, soul-sister. Keep your light shining.
Love,
Karen
Thank you Karen! I am glad our poem has touched others as our friendship has warmed my heart. Thinking of you...
DeleteI enjoyed this you two great collaborators
ReplyDeleteKnight Writers
Thank you so much Yancy, we are glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteKeep them cumming Peggy & Karen
DeleteKnight Writer
Thanks for the encouragement Yancy!
DeleteDear Yancy,
DeleteWhat a light you are at Whispers, so encouraging to others. It was such a pleasure working on this poem with Peggy. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Blessings and best wishes,
Karen
What a way to perceive a lighthouse
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteOh my gosh, Diana!
DeleteIt's been awhile. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you will be sending poetry our way soon. The guidelines are on the top right of the main page.
Blessings,
Karen
Dear Karen and Peggy,
ReplyDeleteTrue friendship is that beacon in every circumstance in life.
Beautiful write about a sincere friendship.
Bst wishes,
Inge
Thank you Inge! So glad you enjoyed it, we enjoyed writing it!
DeleteDear Inge,
DeleteAs a friend, I know you understand that true friendship is about being a light, supporting each other even when the going gets tough. What a blessing you are in my life.
Best wishes always,
Karen
A most eloquently written, sweetly sublime heart speak; thank you for spreading such warmth via your combined words.
ReplyDeleteThank you Leslie for the lovely comments, we are deeply touched and so glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteDear Leslie,
DeleteThank you for your lovely thoughts on our poem. The warmth comes from a friend that has touched my life in so many ways. I hope to see more poetry from you at Whispers soon.
Blessings,
Karen
oh, this is lovely - well done, both of you
ReplyDeleteThank you Jack! We are so thrilled that you enjoyed it!
DeleteDear Jack,
DeleteThank you so much. The gift of words coming from heart to heart is one that I treasure sharing with Peggy.
Blessings and best wishes,
Karen
What a powerfully beautiful write, Karen and Peggy. Thank you for sharing this collaboration of shared warmth with us.
ReplyDeleteLoved it!
Charlene
Thank you so much for your very kind words Charlene! We are so glad you enjoyed the piece and thank you for taking the time to comment!
DeleteDear Charlene,
DeleteI'm glad you feel the warmth of our friendship. It's a blessing to have people in our lives that stand behind us no matter what. Thank you for your friendship, too.
Blessings,
Karen
Thank you for this simple yet profound poem. The love in it is apparent.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Jo, so glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteDear Mary Jo,
DeleteThank you for stopping by even though this is a rough time for you and Frank--our 4 candles continue to glow--despite the challenges. Yes, Peggy is a special friend, one I treasure.
Love and blessings,
Karen
Yes, expressing so beautifully that rarest of jewels - deep unconditional friendship.
ReplyDeleteThank you Isha for your kind words!
DeleteDear Isha,
DeleteThank you so much for your insightful words. You are a joy in my life. I'm glad you could see the friendship shining from our words.
Blessings and best wishes, always,
Karen
True Friendship...
ReplyDeleteA shining light, even in the storms that come with life.
Your poem describes it so well!
Great collaborative writing!
Thank you so much James, appreciate your kind words about our piece!
DeleteDear James,
DeleteThank you for your lovely and insightful thoughts. The light of friendship is a great gift, one that I'm so glad to share with Peggy.
Blessings and best wishes,
Karen
I enjoyed reading your poem. It's beautifully written.
ReplyDeleteSuch juxtaposition of images conveys the mystery of friendship.
Thank you Anne for your comments, so glad you enjoyed the piece!
DeleteDear Anne,
DeleteThank you for your insightful and thoughts regarding how our imagery worked for you. It was a joy to write my first poem with Peggy.
Blessings,
Karen
Also the depth of friendship when two souls connect.
ReplyDeleteIndeed Anne, thank you.
DeleteDear Anne,
DeleteI'm glad you saw the connection as I consider Peggy a special friend, a soul-sister. Thank you for continuing to support our Whispers community. It's a pleasure to share your poetry with readers.
Best always,
Karen
Thank you, Paul Callus, for these thoughts--
ReplyDeleteDear Karen,
Your collaboration poem with Peggy Dugan French is simple yet beautiful. The thoughts attributed to Friendship are meaningful and serve to highlight the bond which exists between two persons, notwithstanding the miles that separate them.
Dear Paul,
DeletePeggy and I do have a special bond, and this poem is an outgrowth of our friendship. Thank you so much for seeing this in our words, Paul. I appreciate the time you took to send me this. I hope you are able to get back on Whispers soon.
Blessings and best wishes, my friend,
Karen
Thank you so much Paul for your kind words. You are right, true friendship does not see the miles that separate...it was great to create this piece with Karen 'across the miles' Cheers to you.
DeleteThe energy in “across the miles” is brilliantly alive. It paints more than a picture…a movie of friendship over time and space. Two distinct souls expressing, sharing, connecting…becoming one in an extraordinary moment of creation…a stunning revelation. Thank you, Peggy and Karen.
ReplyDeleteThank you Fran for your very kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the piece and it painted such a lovely picture for you!
DeleteYes...the life force of friendship!
DeleteWell, I'm touched by this delightful, well-written poem by the both of you. I really enjoyed this. Thank you both for sharing and continued blessings to each of you!
ReplyDelete-MJ
(www.creativeinspirationspp.blogspot.com)
Thank you Maurice, so happy you enjoyed the piece!
DeleteClap clap, clap - applauding a job well done! Very nice imagery.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the cheers! Best to you Molly!
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