you did him proud , this is just lovely

Hi, andrew149, beautifulyou, Fellsman, ladyjewel, Poetnumber1, Dejavu4u, Odette67, and reguiny2006,
Although there is still so much to be concerned about in this world, one cannot help but be inspired and uplifted by one who has managed to do so much good in this world. A warrior when one was required and a conciliator when one was needed, with love and justice as guiding beacons. As beautifulyou stated, he "has a way of turning pretty much anything into gold, and somehow communicates we can do the same, if we want to".

That you find my heartfelt offering one that honors him, I am most pleased. My sincerest thanks to each of you for reading and taking the time to comment. Your continued support of my work, as well as the works of countless other Poet's Corner poets, is much appreciated. In concert with reguiny2006 sentiments, I offer that the world could use more politicians/ diplomats with poetry in their souls.

Joy what a fine tribute and beautifully penned

Hi, shadow1950,
Thank you for taking the time to read and leave such a supportive comment. It is greatly appreciated.

gnj4u thank you as always for your beautiful artistry thank is your poems. I appreciate them and am sorry i have not left comments for all i have read. May God continue to inspire you my friend. Have a blessed day.

Hi, adjhe,
I write quite a lot of poems (too many some say) about things that increase happiness or move me to tears about the lives of others and/or impact my own life. Sharing them remains the difficult part. Fortunately, someone (who has never heard any of my poems) I met at the MA Poetry Festival in May lives in my neighborhood has invited me to join a Writers' Group (that needs a critical mass of members) that is to begin in the fall. Hopefully, that will provide the constructive-criticism support needed to improve. I thank you for your good wishes and for taking the time to read and leave such a lovely comment. May you have a blessed day, as well.