Poem

I wrote this poem for a dear friend, Penny Granger, a beautiful woman and talented Poetess who’s creativity often draws my inspiration into words. I encourage guests to visit her site to enjoy reading her wonderful poetry – thank you!

With a candle lit, I wrote throughout the night
True love my guiding light
Straight from the heart with ink

Finding rhyme in time, I penned my poetry
Two souls met destiny
Dear friends for life in sync

Happiness laid down, on the couch next to me
Most lovely and carefree
Wrapped in my arms so tight

Moving forward, now, we live our lives with zeal
Knowing that dreams are real
Songs that she sings, I write

Β© 2025 Phil Perkins


PHOTO CREDIT: modified photo for unsplash.com.

Let’s Stay Together, by Al Green (1971) – see lyrics here.

Responses

  1. Hazel Avatar

    All the best for your collaboration, Phil and Penn. This is a beautiful friendship.

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks very much, dear Hazel ~ that’s so kind of you to say. Penny is a wonderful, indeed, a close friend who’s poetry so often inspires me to write. Have a pleasant evening my friend βœ¨πŸ€—

      1. Hazel Avatar

        You’re so welcome, Phil. Yes, she’s awesome. Enjoy the rest of your day!

  2. Diana Lobos Avatar

    πŸ™ Beautiful , Phil πŸ’–

    1. Phil Avatar

      πŸ™ So sweet of you to say, dear Diana, and much appreciated! πŸ’–

  3. Penn,… Avatar

    Oh Phil, you are such a love and a sweetheart, … and this is so, so touching, … if I’ve given you inspiration, and a need, to write, you’ve also inspired the same in me, … This is such a wonderful poem, and I feel so honoured and blessed with our close friendship, … May it just grow and grow! And I feel so lucky to have met you, and come to know the lovely man that you are, …sending warmest of wishes, my love ly friend, … πŸ’«πŸ€—πŸ’™πŸ’«

    1. Phil Avatar

      I’m so glad that you like my poem, my love ly friend, and the feeling is mutual. You’re so kind and sweet, Penny, inspiring my creativity and warming my heart. Most grateful to have met you, I’ve come to cherish our close friendship, the pleasure through which I, too, hope may continue to grow with time. I appreciate you, and sharing your company is such a wonderful way to start my day ~ thank you, my love ly friend πŸ’«πŸ€—πŸ’™πŸ’«

      1. Penn,… Avatar

        I appreciate you too Phil, in fact, this is growing into a mutual admiration society. The pleasure you share, through your descriptive words and poetry, is something I will always cherish. I hope your day is a good one my love ly friend. πŸ’«πŸ€—πŸ’•πŸ’«

        1. Phil Avatar

          πŸ’«πŸ€—πŸ’•πŸ’«

  4. Viona Rasugu Avatar

    Oh my how it feels to be Phils’ friend !!!!!!

    1. Phil Avatar

      So sweet of you, Viona ~ thank you dear βœ¨πŸ€—

  5. SRIKANTH Avatar

    This is a beautiful and heartfelt poem that captures the essence of love, creativity, and companionship. The imagery of writing by candlelight, the meeting of souls, and the shared joy of music and poetry creates a warm and intimate atmosphere. The rhythm and rhyme flow naturally, enhancing the emotional depth. The final stanza, with its forward-looking optimism and the blending of her songs with your writing, is especially touching. Well done Phil πŸ‘πŸ»

    1. Phil Avatar

      That’s most kind of you, Srikanth – much appreciated! πŸ‘πŸ»

  6. Mary K. Doyle Avatar

    Tender and loving poem, Phil.

    1. Phil Avatar

      You’re a dear heart, Mary, and I appreciate your kindness ~ thank you! βœ¨πŸ€—

  7. Kate@athousandbitsofpaper Avatar

    Beautiful poetry Phil

    1. Phil Avatar

      You’re a dear, Kate ~ thanks so much! βœ¨πŸ€—

  8. Kym Gordon Moore Avatar

    Awww Phil, my Poetic Master Photographer, you’ve done it again! Beautiful my friend. πŸ₯°πŸ―πŸ₯°πŸ’πŸ˜˜

    1. Phil Avatar

      Thanks so much, sweet Poetess Kym ~ I always appreciate your kind words, my friend πŸ―πŸ’–

      1. Kym Gordon Moore Avatar

        I meant every word my dear Phil. You’re welcome and it’s my pleasure always!!! πŸ˜βœ¨πŸ―πŸ¦‹πŸ˜ŠπŸ“ΈπŸŒž

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