I long for sunny days and fair weather
too seldom have I welcomed storms and rain
my heart, becomes as parched as dry leather
devoid of grief or trials… such a bane.
I ever yearn to leap and laugh and play
I would not invite sadness nor sorrow
into my life, not even for one day
the mere idea would spoil tomorrow.
Yet… dark and bright hues create tapestries
so exquisite, my spirit they uplift
brushes with cancer, illness, injuries
I’ve not gladly accepted as a gift.
But, sickness and health and darkness and light
all teach me to walk by faith… not by sight.
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Written for The Sonnet of Shadows Challenge.
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This truly captures the spirit of the challenge; dark and light blending perfectly. Good luck in the challenge!
While I am so sad to hear of your brushes with cancer Angie, I am so honoured to have read this poem <3
Heartfelt little Sonnet Angie with lot is beautiful images and lines. I meant to comment on your last piece if that was a personal cancer reference as I was not sure, but didn’t want to assume. Not a fun time. Mum has just found she has breast cancer again, but it is a lower stage I believe. Not sure the treatment until next week. Her first time was in 2017. Thoughts out to you if you’ve been through something similar.☹️
So very beautiful, Angie! I could feel your intensity and emotion in your words.
Gorgeous. And so powerful. Good luck!
Your last line was so powerful. Loved your beautiful poem!
A lovely interpretation of the prompt, Angie. Your poem has a lovely, reassuring feel to it, like you are at peace. Nice job.
Fear not the challenge of the sonnet any longer, Angie! This is beautiful! Great work and good luck on the challenge!
The way you close with faith as the guiding thread gives the poem both strength and hope. Great work!
Oh, Angie....so very true. Faith is a badge/shield we wear after a battle. Great sonnet