I've always had a taste for irony
But never would have guessed the tricks its played
On me these past few years - but rightfully.
I just hope now that all my debts are paid.
Two years ago I think I would have guessed
That I would be preparing for the day
I'd say, "I do" but God! How I've been blessed.
Those promises, like dust, have blown away.
And better still my friend will walk the aisle
With someone far surpassing what I knew -
Our roles reversed, but not for worse. I smile
To know how much God's graces can undo.
I thank him for this pleasant irony
Which makes my life read just as poetry.
A contest entry
- Thanksgiving by melphleg.
850 points, ended December 7, 2008, 7 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Formed poetry contest by Luciferschild.
650 points, ended March 1, 2009, 27 entries
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i liked this sonnet a bit more than i ussually like sonnets, the only thing i can say is there are some lines in it that seem a bit forced
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This is wonderful. I love the line"Those promises, like dust, have blown away." especially.
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Sonnets are a challenge to write. I admire anyone who can write one. This is certainly well done.
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This is really good.I am sorry that I myself do not do punctuation but everyone has their own style I guess.any ways great write.
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Sharp, profoundly coherent and just a superb sonnet no matter how you slice it! I can't imagine what you'll be writing at 25! This was great!
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