For A Very Special Lady Called Melvina Poem by David Harris
For A Very Special Lady Called Melvina
As we travel along our many different roads,
we meet people, sometimes face to face and sometimes not.
They influence us through their words,
and change us in someway.
This poem is written for one such person,
a very special person whose name
is none other than PH’s Melvina Germain.
I’ve often stated that it was through her poetry
that brought me here to PH.
On my arrival, I was very confused,
even poor Mel couldn't read
the mixed signals that I was giving.
However, as the weeks turned into months
her inspiration brought me to my senses,
and after a long absence, I began to write again,
stronger and wiser than before.
However that wasn’t the only thing she gave to me,
though I don’t think she ever realised.
She gave me a greater gift,
which was my faith in God back.
I had lost and was wandering
like a lost and vacant soul.
With the guidance through her writing,
I was soon put back on track, and derailed no more.
She was to give me one more gift,
which I adore her for.
The greatest gift one person can give another,
the gift of friendship.
There is more I would to tell you about her,
but then, this poetic tribute would end up
as a poem without end.
So I am going to end by saying,
Melvina, there are a lot of things
I would never have without you.
You picked me up when I needed it the most.
For that, I will always be in your debt.
Although this poem is not
all that good as it should be.
Please take it anyway
for all the esteem I hold for thee.
God bless you Mel.
(For Melvina Germain/18 August 2007)
Yes David....a beautiful poem for a sweet lady. And I am really proud that I have friends like Melvina and you. Love You.................................................................Risha
What a wonderful poetic fairy tale. And thanks to Melvina for inspiring this and you. The site would be the lesser without contributions from you both. love, Allie xxxx
Well said David, we all love her poetry and I missed her when she was away, reading her work makes my day...
Thankyou David for this wonderful tribute, for once I'm at a lost for words. I just want you to know I love your work very much and it is always a pleasure to read your precious poems. I feel blessed knowing that I was able to touch you in a positive way and I'm truly thankful to the good Lord for making that possible. Keep up the good work David, you know I'll always continue to read your poems and look forward to one day reading your book. A big hug going out to you David. --Melvina--
Pauline and I remember you telling us about Melvina, how she was a great inspiration to your poetry. Dave, this is a wonderful tribute to someone you respect tremendously..... A lovely read. George
Melvina is another recent friend I made, along with you, David, and I can totally agree with you.... she is a very special lady. She's loving, inspiring, thoughtful, intuitive, and I'm so glad to have finally met her. Thanks for writing such a great tribute to a beautiful soul. Hugs, Lee
I'm glad I peeked into your poems tonight and found one I missed while I was gone....this is a spectacular tribute to a lady I hold close to my heart as I do you...she to has inspired me to come back closer with God...and ditto to Andy...it wasn't the same while she was gone...I could always count on a outstanding Sunday prayer from her.....and now you have started your own...I maybe in and out here on PH....but I'll make it a point to read the Sunday prayers: O) Thanks for sharing David
There are two joys that we share here on PH: 1) Writing poems, and reading others' writing, and 2) Making friends like you and Melvina. She is a very interesting gal, full of spunk and spirit, and so are you, Cowboy! Thanks for sharing this tribute to a special lady....
thanks for sharing us more about Melvina. Yes, this is a great tribute to a great poet like Melvina who touched the hearts of her countless readers around the globe.Both you and Melvina are my inspirations to continue to write poetry here in PH..My day is empty without reading both of your poems..Your comments are inspiring, loving and you do really care for evryone..Top marks, here, David..love you for this.. hugs, Meggie
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A lovely tribute from a man with a warm heart to a dear friend...she is a great writer as well. ~~~marci.xo. :)