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My 2004 Memoirs (Sonnet)

Missing image
~by Gregg Rowe~

I think back to reflect on my past year:
My faith was blinding, I had lost my sight--
Mortality I faced -- covered in tears
This year I witnessed my internal light;

Two thousand and four was my year to fight
My inner soul screams: 'Don't open that door'
I yelled at Lucifer: 'You have no right!'
As I laid my head down, began to snore.

Now I've a second chance -- with a new heart,
I tally mistakes; look within my core:
Raise my crystal to friends -- who did their part
By lighting my soul safely, back to shore

With each candle tonight -- I will have lit
A toast to these angels -- sharing their wit.

 
santa



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An AllPoetry Anniversary [Contest] by pozo
Posted on May 06, 2005.
1800 points.   Gold Trophy Winner
Written December 31st, 2004

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  • pozo
    May 9, 2005
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    I liked this mix of hope and sorrow in your life, this was a fantastic poem- I loved the way you wrote about it Keep writing, you are a master poet and the world needs your talent
    Thanks for commenting on my poem
    All the best,
    Pozo


  • Claide
    January 22, 2005
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    A very good start on Iambs indeed! The meter was almost flawless Very impresive.


  • SerenityNChains gold member
    January 4, 2005
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    A toast to you my friend. I understand what it is to face your mortality. I am glad to see that you did it with style. Keep fighting and I will keep hoping for a cure.....for you and for me.
    Blessed be

    ~~Serenity~~
    Billie Jean


  • astralshepherd gold member
    January 4, 2005
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    Gregg, may i offer my deepest apologies for not getting by sooner? I duuno i guess i got too wrapped up in my own crap and forgot its people that are important, not things and places. When I take stock and inventory all the meaningless accumulations acquired over the years, i have to chuckle a bit….what (on earth) am i going to be able to take with me when i pass on? And suddenly friends’ faces come into bright clarity as i remember situation and circumstance, tears and laughter, over and over. And i remember the picture of you on your title page. i remember the courage and strength you’ve lent to me and the wonder of your poems and thank God for you in this quiet prayer. I have gained so much in reading your work, reading your comments, viewing your paintings. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, thank you for blessing us all with the poetry of your life. Have a wonder filled new year of exploration and adventure. Blessings and best wishes, ~richard


  • January 2, 2005
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    Sorry it took so long for me to stop by. This is a wonderful reflection and tribute Gregg. But you have done a lot for everyone too. 2004 was one heck of a year to remember. Enjoy 2005

    ~~Jessica


  • Miss Faerie Greeters member
    January 1, 2005
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    The fact that you tribute those who have clearly helped you through a lot is beautiful. I hope that this is a better year for you and that you have a wonderful new year


  • cutiepie gold member
    January 1, 2005
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    Excellent

    A beautiful tribute to your friends....you have shown such great courage and determination....I wish you Great Joy and peace in your crusade...I salute you


  • Vickie J
    January 1, 2005
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    All I know about sonnets is that they have l4 lines. This made me think of a thank you note written to some of those who stood with or behind you in prayer throught out last year. Isn't it great to know that He is a God of second chances, and U-turns aren't against His law. Was blessed to read this.

  • magicalhats15
    January 1, 2005
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    Although i do not know the exact definition of the word sonnet, i enjoyed it none-the-less. It was very... well i don't know the circumstances under which this was written but it seems rather cryptic... perhaps i am just not picking up on the symbolism, though i hope that is not the case because i would like to think i can pick up on that sort of thing. Anway, nice poem, keep on writing.

  • Broken-Bones
    January 1, 2005
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    this is very well written , i dont know what made me click this !! sonnets although im aware they are written quite alot i dont normally come across them and read them , im glad i read this one as this one i felt was particularly well written !! it also had some really good ideas ! well done !
    Best wishes for 2005 !
    hope its a good one
    jordanx

  • pozo
    January 1, 2005
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    Wow, this is a beautiful sonnet I think it was written wonderfully, very clever and well written as well as spiritual. Beautiful wishes for the new year
    Keep writing, this was wonderful.
    All the best,
    Pozo


  • passionvine
    January 1, 2005
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    Beautiful

    I am impressed by both the courage and the artistry that is expressed in this poem. You continue to reach me as a reader in ways that are both uplifting and uniquely personal. May your new heart of 2005 beat with the wings of a high borne bird migrating to inner journeys of fulfillment and peace.

  • Purplerose
    January 1, 2005
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    Great

    This is beautiful, some of the references were possibly over my head... great work with this one though. 2004 was a great year for me as well, thanks for sharing.
    Purplerose

  • fallendreams
    January 1, 2005
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    Congratulations on your new heart and lease on life. You appear to have many friends and people that enjoy your work. I can add my name to the list that appreciates your work now having read this. I hope the new year holds many wonderous things for you and you are blessed.


  • hugh wyles silver member
    January 1, 2005
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    Dear Gregg,
    It has been a great pleasure to all of us who joined in prayer for you to have our prayers answered and to know that you are now on the recovery road. Your couyrage has been an example to us all and I know I speak for many when I say how proud I am to call you 'friend', buddy.
    Now as to this sonnet, we still have to work at getting the stresses to fall on the right syllables but we are getting there. Good luck in the contest and happy 2005. Applause.
    Regards, Hugh.


  • poetryality silver member
    January 1, 2005
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    You are so deserving of this new heart my love. Your faith made it pound within your spirit as if it were genuinely yours from the start. Your consistent strength makes you strong enough for all of so that we know the measure of strength that is needed to fight the good fight. You are a warrior, and I am blessed with your example of love, life, and living. Stay healthy and continue on the path you have now chosen. I love you Gregg and may this New Year add blessing on top of blessing. I pray that you will be able to look back on this year(2005)with the same zeal as the last. Blessings in 2005, SOAR like a great eagle with effortless flight!

    Always,
    Renee


  • American Cowgirl
    December 31, 2004
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    I think this poem is a great way to recap the year, and to put it into perspective so it can take its place in the past and a path can be made for the new year. Let us hope it is a good one. Great sonnet, as always. Happy New Year to you.


  • Hinemoa silver member
    December 31, 2004
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    Wonderful Gregg, a beautiful sonnet, now don't you go tipping that bottle too often tonight! leave some for me
    Happy New Year to you Gregg..may 2005 be better than 2004 Love sally

  • Scented
    December 31, 2004
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    yeah, i can dig this, its cool.......i like the whole memoir thing going on here.

  • Gogetalife
    December 31, 2004
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    what a wonderfull write..best wishes to you for the New Year!


  • rocker4me
    December 31, 2004
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    Wow. How cool! I liked the talk of the devil and such in your year, i could feel your emotions traveling down different paths. Nice Work!

  • Dr John Celes
    December 31, 2004
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    excellent emotional write

    A good write in sonnet form on the physical and spiritual struggles of the poet in the last one year, very emotionally expounded.He has managed to regain control of the 'reins of his life's wild steed'that is back on the right track towards a glorious finish in the race-course of earthly-life with soul too back in form and grace and horse galloping in the required pace!He has steered his life's bark safely to the shore and hereafter there would be lesser worries unlike the past year's stormy seas!Many friendly souls too were unanimously reinforcing and encouraging his successful achievements, to whom he is always grateful.The demon of death and suffering has had its reverses right now and God-willingly, life hereafter should have its normal, joyful span and course, of course.


  • lordoftherings gold member
    December 31, 2004
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    Katie: Thank you for the sincere heartfelt comment that you penned for my poem. I want to wish you a very blessed 2005 and send you my biggest hug (all that I can manage for now) and I will have you in my heart as I go out and celebrate what my cosmic forces have given to me for another year. gregg


  • angelica silver member
    December 31, 2004
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    Gregg, this is wonderful my friend, I am so blessed to have you as a friend, and there will be many more years ahead for us.
    You are so special to me my Canadian Friend~Love~Joan
    Happy new year, I'll think of you as you raise that glass.


  • cherche -d -ame
    December 31, 2004
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    Gregg , thanks for entering and sharing this with us....your gratefulness to all the friends that rooted for you is such a gracious gesture and the elation of the chance at a new life reads loud and clear........best of luck in the contest , but more than that...best of luck with the heart....may you have joy , peace comfort and smiles during this upcoming year ....live as you never lived before ,
    Reenie


  • wishintreeUK
    December 31, 2004
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    Greg, this is such an honest write. That you faced issues and came through them with the help of friends is just great, however, I do feel that you have put much into any friendship relationship, for the simple reason, you have friends because of who you are and what you are, a wonderful individual with a beautiful heart who has faced his demons and has won the struggle. Your untiring support of those who are faced with the HIV virus and are in great need of that support says a great deal about your inner strength and your empathy for others.
    Bless You and may you continue in your endeavours to help others to become as strong in their determination as you are.
    Blessings ~Katie~

  • listen
    December 31, 2004
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    a happy and healthy new year to you gregg.wonderful poem.good luck in the contest.

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