Written for Ovi Poetry Challenge #92.
This week’s inspiration word is
“bridge”. Keeping with the year’s
theme of positivity, this is my Ovi.

In hearts of valleys deep and wide
Where shadows linger, fears reside
I’m strong with you here by my side
My protector
A bridge stands tall, a mighty span
As rivers raced and swiftly ran
A sentinel of each new plan
My strength
Above the storms that rage below
Beneath their feet a promise flows
Of brighter days as embers glow
My hope
From dawn to dusk its tale is told
Of journeys made and hearts consoled
The bridge endures, both vast and bold
My comfort
So walk this path despite the doom
In fields of green where blossoms bloom
A future carved from pasts’ dark gloom
My beacon
NAR©2025
This is “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon and Garfunkel
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I love it!
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Thanks so very much, Iris.
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A lovely poem with a fitting musical accompaniment. Nice one, Nancy.
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Thank you, dear Keith. It’s a glorious song!
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A beautiful bridging of all things that matter most, Nancy. Such a touching tribute!!!
💕
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So pleased to know you enjoyed my Ovi, Cindy! Thanks for your lovely comments.
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I absolutely did, Nancy! ❤️
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Beautiful bridges, all, my friend.
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Grazie, cara mia. Buonasera a Canada!
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Prego. Buonasera a tutti i sani di mente!
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Very nice Nancy! ❤
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Thanks very much, Tiffany.
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So lovely, Nancy.😊
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Thanks so very much, Sue.
Hope you’re having a lovely day! 🌼
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Your poem is so beautiful it made me cry. …In a good way 💜💜
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Oh, Sis. You are so sweet and lovely to say that! Thanks, from my heart. 💜
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💜💜💜💜
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Elegant, measured verse! 💙💚💙
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Pleased to know you enjoyed this, Liz. Thank you!
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Great song choice for your lovely poem 💗
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It’s a gorgeous song, Esther. Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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Wonderful poem, Nancy. Great song too. 💕
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Thanks so much, Grace! Very appreciated. That song is just to beautiful to pass us.
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My pleasure. Absolutely 💕
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Very nicely done, and as I was reading, guess what song popped into my little brain?
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Hmmm. I’ll have to cogitate on that one. More coffee, Bill! 😂
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We must hav been separate at birth!
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What a lovely, lyrical poem, Nancy! Your selection of song is great.👏👏❤️
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Thanks very much, KK. It was, as people say, a no-brainer! 🥰
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Ooooo! That was lovely! And accompanied by one of my all-time favorite songs!
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It’s a really good song! Thanks, Jodi.
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Beautiful, I love this song too 🎶 well done as always Nancy! ✨ 💕
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Thanks so much, Laura! There may be other songs that fit but why bother when this is musical perfection? 🎶
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Love your Ovi, and great song….
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Thanks so much! This song is a true classic.
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Both the poem and the song are beautiful
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Tanti grazi, cara Sadje!
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This is one superb Ovi poem, and a more than splendid song choice, Nancy 💛🌏😍
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Thank you, my dear Ivor! I am so pleased knowing you think so. 🥰
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My pleasure, Nancy
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