If Only

If Only If only, world had continued on usual darken course life had not turned to this humanity's new divorce separated by disease and fear of impending death, fearful of others and even now taking public breath! If only, sun would shine upon this city's usual throngs dawn would break upon merriment, laughter and happy songs bacon, eggs, toast, coffee again would be so very great we would as before rush to work praying not to be late! If only, days would return to the ordinary before across sad world, gaiety would reach every shore night and loneliness would not deliver such dreaded dread and we could live without knowing so many are now dead! If only, we and earth would be truly blessed to endure. And divine hands would wash away this darkness so impure. Robert J. Lindley, 4-01-2020 Sonnet, ( When The Dark Hand Of Fate Decides To Strike So Many Down ) Note- I told myself that I would not write about this modern day calamity and its destruction wrecked upon so very many! Yet this came to me and I knew I'd be wrong to not give it space and air to breathe. One thought gives me comfort, the knowing that- this too shall one day pass. May God bless you, one and all....

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John Hamilton

Date: 4/27/2020 3:04:00 PM

Sometimes when the spirit moves you, you have to write it down, then if you choose to share it, we can enjoy it. Glad you posted this one Robert, enjoyed!

Robert Lindley
Date: 4/27/2020 4:32:00 PM

Thank you my friend. True words spoken. As poets we must write, we should share and in willing and giving spirit hope that such aids our fellow man. Light, Faith, Truth, Promise, Hope, Giving, Sharing, Salvation- ALL are blessings to mankind...- God bless....

Susan Ashley

Date: 4/9/2020 7:45:00 PM

Dear Robert, your artistic and sensitive soul ever does shine in this superb and thought-provoking Sonnet. If only, indeed, dear poet... If only we could have truly appreciated what we had before this vicious virus circulated among us.. hopefully we will heed the lesson learned and more greatly appreciate life, its simple wonders, happiness and each other, after this dreadful scourge has passed, leaving us more grateful for what we had and what we will have in time to come. I'm so glad you gave this exceptional gem space and air to breathe. Warmest wishes, my wonderful friend, for you and yours to stay safe and healthy.. ~Susan

Susan Ashley
Date: 4/9/2020 10:15:00 PM

Thank you, my dear friend, your wonderful appreciation for my poem is highly valued, warms my heart and is held in my deepest gratitude always..

Robert Lindley
Date: 4/9/2020 9:03:00 PM

I have just read your newest poem. It quite simply floored me in its magnificent artistry and exceptionally smooth flow. Such can only be created by a poet of truly exceptional talent, immense insight and inspirational heart and soul.

Robert Lindley
Date: 4/9/2020 8:01:00 PM

Thank you my friend. Appreciation is the key, hope and faith are the light. God bless....

M. L. Kiser

Date: 4/8/2020 9:33:00 PM

It will pass, let's hope it brings people together to create a better, safer world.

Robert Lindley
Date: 4/9/2020 7:59:00 PM