Candles Are My Angels by lordoftherings at All poetry

~by Gregg Rowe~

My Christmas poem dedicated to all my ~allpoetry.com~ angels who were there for me whenever I called upon them the most.

These friends were complete strangers in my life --
As they beared witness to my daily pains
My illness does not change -- try as I might --
This dis-ease will become my claim to fame.

My friends are angels -- candles in my nights
Energized by joy with powerful rays,
My dark path lit by their love and white light --
And comforting wishes for better days.

Within my heart, I've kept these candles lit
Practicing my faith -- they never go out,
Their words of empathy, wisdom and wit
Prevents doors opening for any doubt

Through friends penning, -- I gain strength back in faith
And angel wing kisses release my pain

Author notes

I am appkying with the above poem to be in your AP family. I would like to be your pet dog, cat, or even goldfish. It I cannot be your pet, I will accept the position of brother since my gender and sex makes it completely impossible to be your sister.

As I did my traditional ride of coming to Ottawa to be with my friends during this holiday season, and again, being chauvered, it gave me the opportunity to pen this during the four hour ride down and think of all the friends I have had the opportunity to journey this road with. Thank you my angels here, for the precious memories and poetry -- wisdom and wit. I love each and every one of you and with all my heart and wish the best to you, your family and all your friends. This year, say hi to a stranger, you never know who you are going to meet. Gregg
Written December 23rd, 2004

In a list

A contest entry

Family Contest by pattyann4500. 1500 points, ended February 21, 2005, 16 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Come on, you know you love me really. by Sanguine Silence. 300 points, ended December 1, 2006, 5 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest

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Samiam52
February 22, 2005
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GOOD JOB
CONGRATUTLATIONS
Sam
Sharon Corr
February 22, 2005
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Beautifully Penned Heartfelt!
Namaste Blessed Be Greg penned with True Gold of your heart and soul.
We all get so lost sometimes and our friends and family always remain our precious gems.
Edited on Feb 22, 9:04 because ''.
Ernest Kuntz
February 21, 2005
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This is the poem I was going to suggest to Patricia, and to be open the poem by Ed Peterson was also incredibly well written for its images and in a style that I am still not altogether used to. As for this entry, it has a breathtaking beauty. I have not read any of your work but it seems as if you sure know how to write well. This was a well deserved gold- well done

Cousin Ern
Curve Ball
February 21, 2005
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This is an amazing poem, which definatly deserved the gratitude it deserved in this contest. Congradulations on first place and take care!
SexyAngel0418
February 20, 2005
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WOW... This is a very beautiful poem... I know how you feel... I haven't been on this site long but I have come to care for all my AP family... Anyways... The poem is a very lovely tribute poem to your friends on here... The picure and the background are also beautiful...

Thank you for entering our contest and good luck...

~Beth~
Yemassee
February 20, 2005
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I too have found some good friends on this site (I've found a nut or two also, lol) so I can identify with this fine tribute.

I would suggest "bared" in line 3. That isn't a critical comment, just an observation.

But this is a fine tribute.
Diamond2007
February 20, 2005
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This is an amazing write. It is truly beautiful and magnificent. I love the background, I love your poem. And it speaks so many truths in it. This is wonderful great job. I don't know what else to say so Thank you for entering our contest and good luck.
Frogzter
February 20, 2005
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Bravo!!!!
I give you a standing ovation for this poem! The flow and rhyme couldn't get any better. This is a great work of art here and the background enhances it all the more!
Mrs. Dumas
February 19, 2005
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This is wonderful. Your words are so powerful in this. I think you did very well! You're friends are so lucky to have someone as great as you in there life. Great job and thanks for entering.

Hugs
Jess

P.S. Who do you think you are, calling Auntie Bon, Auntie!?! LOL! Just kidding...or am I? But does that make us cousins or siblings or what? LOL! I'm so confused with our family sometimes!LOL! Hugs!
lordoftherings
February 19, 2005
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Dear Auntie Bonnie It is amazing the cosmic force that sometimes reaches out to us. I am thinking last night of entering this poem in this contest, trying to find the right one with the right words wondering if it truly fits the criteria and think of my family 200 miles away. And the first critique I receive is from you, which is quite coincidental because my Auntie Bonnie and I have recently re-connected and I just smiled when I saw the signature. Full circle cosmic force. Thank you Auntie Gregg
Edited on Feb 19, 12:28 because ''.
BonnieQ
February 19, 2005
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Gregg, this is an exquisite tribute to your A/P family, just exactly what we are looking for in this Family contest. As usual, your writing flows like a river, the harmony such a delight to read. Good luck in the contest! Here's hoping this finds you doing well.

Family member: Auntie B♥nnieQ
pozo
December 25, 2004
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A lovely tribute, I loved it Although your illness can never go I'm glad there's people there to help you through, if you want me to support you I will
All the best,
Pozo
Diamond
December 24, 2004
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Amazingly Beautiful Words!
Oh Gregg, this was such a beautiful write. My God, you never cease to amaze me with your amazing literary skills. God bless you sweetheart and enjoy your Christmas. Wonderful background, it really enhances the poem and gives it a marvelous glow. Happy Holidays!

All my love,
Avril Lystra
listen
December 24, 2004
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as always, a sincere,lovely poem.enjoy your holiday with your friends and may the year end on a soft note and the new one begin in a harmony.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!,
stacie
Jacki D
December 24, 2004
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Merry Xmas to you Gregg!! I thought you poem was a very full of compassion and love for the ppl who kept you in their prayers and still do. You have the heart of a lion, and I've told you before and others that you inspire my soul to keep going many times just by reading some of your works and from what I've learned about youin your Bio.For that I must thank you. I know you don't know me as well as you know some of the others here, but I have prayed for you many times. I respect the courage that you have. Take care. Jacki
MagicLady
December 24, 2004
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You are a dear friend to any one who has the honour of knowing you. Thank you, Gregg, for allowing me that honour.
Happy Holidays!

Cheryl
Sunshine Always
December 24, 2004
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Hi greg, Merry Christmas to you. This is such a super write,the imagery it creates is stunning. Your so right friends are everything, through good and bad times .The background lights the way for everyone you have had the privelidge to meet along lifes way, and some for those that don't yet know your name. May next year bring you much happiness. Take care...mal
poetprincess101
December 24, 2004
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This poem is one of the best I've read and you better keep writing so I can keep reading.
ShesInMyHand
December 24, 2004
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very nice! i love any poem w/ amgels and wings as long as they aren't hardcore religious.

great rhyming - and i HATE rhyming - so that's a compliment.

happy holidays!
scarlettwind
December 24, 2004
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crative with admiration
this is a very wonderfully beautiful poem!!! i honestly loved it. lol. It sounds like you love your friends a real lot, i admire that. so until next time....

You know you love me,
Lauren
Little Eagle
December 24, 2004
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A very loving tribute to your friends here. I think it is most true that good friends can be like candles in times of darkness. Especially when dark times never seem to end. As I am all to often prone too. Thanks for sharing, Merry Christmas

God Bless
Tammy
SuperstarHQ
December 24, 2004
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the rhyme flows really well... short but sweet, and it has a good meaning too.
JennyNYC
December 24, 2004
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This is really good.. Really sweet dedication to your "Angels". Good Job on the poem.
MusicLover
December 24, 2004
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good
Good poem! Very comforting. I feel relaxed now! Thank you! Merry x-mas!
a-crazed-hobo
December 24, 2004
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Heart-felt and full of warmth and compassion. It's amazing how you came form such an emotional bond with someone through a series of pixels and electronic data. This is a wonderful friendship ode, and you pull off the rhyme nicely.
masterblaster
December 24, 2004
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wonderful
Hi, lovely piece, hope you get better soon, a new friend.Happy Christmas and all the happiness in the world in the new year. take care. Masterblaster.
ca ne fait rien
December 24, 2004
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People , friends, I have found on this and on other sites are just like candles or angels, real yet unreal. Sometimes I do not think they will ever know just what they do. Best to you,
Willow
December 24, 2004
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Hello Gregg~ Your wonderful pennings lighten this weary soul. May your inner candle light your way through this holiday and your lifetime.

~Willow~
P.S. May I borrow this background? I have a poem that would complement this. I shall await your reply.
rightwaytohurt
December 24, 2004
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This is a wonderful poem!

Through friends penning, -- I gain strength back in faith
And angel wing kisses release my pain

This part really touched me. I really liked it. This whole poem was very nice.

Within my heart, I,ve kept these candles lit

This line, you may wanna fix the mistake!! Just trying to help! Not trying to be mean!

This whole piece is so beautiful and touching! Nice job! Keep writing!
Vickie J
December 24, 2004
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Just makes me with I was one of those "angels". What an honor for them to have you pen a lovely poem of gratitude and thanks. Nicely done!
no1special
December 24, 2004
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You must have great friends!
This is a wounderful poem!
Keep up the great work!
~no1special~
PS ...hi
Eagle girl
December 24, 2004
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Brilliant
I don't really know you and I haven't been on this site for long but your poem is great. I love the title and I love sitting down and reading poems. They cheer me up after a hard day. This is only the second poem to be added to my favourite list. I hope you take it as a compliment!

From Eagle girl

P.S - You said say hiy to a stranger - so I will - hiy
-theheartofme-
December 23, 2004
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you are so true in the say hi to a stranger, i have and he touched my heart, (not to mention special places on my body insert blush) keep writing friend, i love to see your perspective on the world.
angelica
December 23, 2004
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My dearest gregg, it's a pleasure being one of your Angels, you have captured so many hearts on here since you came, your strength and your courage has had an impact on so many. You know I will always be by your side, giving you love sincerely from my heart, you are a wonderful friend who has a big heart that has been mended and you spread that love around to all your friends and I love you dearly my Buddy~Love~Joan
I applaud you and support you
December 23, 2004
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You enjoy your holidays and this upcoming year. Keep writing your heart and soul and painting what you see and feel. Have a safe trip wherever you go and smile everyday, for you never know who's heart your touching, or who's life you are saving.

~~Jessica Erin
hugh wyles
December 23, 2004
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Dear Gregg,
Not the disease, but your spirit, your courage, your endurance, your writing (and, maybe your painting) will be your claim to fame.
This message could only have been penned by Lordoftherings
as it is another unique testament to the utterances that spring from your soul. Again, I applaud you.
Cheers and happy Christmas, buddy. Regards, Hugh.
myron
December 23, 2004
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heart-felt
thanks for sharing this heart-warming poem...

i clicked on it because i loved the title - it is very poetic and evocative...the language in the poem is different from the language in the title, & that was a little disappointing, but hey, i'm a hard man to please...

my favourite line in the poem has to be the final one; i wish there were more like it sprinkled throughout the poem as it is very evocative. i guess my bias lies with evocative language in poetry, rather than statements, but sometimes i don't know what i'm talking about, so please forgive me for my critical review.

And angel wing kisses release my pain

i wish you all the best over christmas,
myron.
LadyUnique
December 23, 2004
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this is a true, honest tribute to your friends which comes straight from your heart. this is very obvious and shines through every word you've written.
i wish the best for you this holiday season and will be waiting to read lots and lots more of your poetry!
you are blessed
PurpleSky
December 23, 2004
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It sounds like you have some wonderful friends and you express your love and apreciation for them so beautifuly with your words. Hope you have a blessed holiday season.