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The Persons That We Are

* inspired by Silent One's contest

within each human soul a struggle lies-
the battle waged between one's mind and heart 
relationships we're quick to analyze
when strong emotions rip our world apart

benevolence and kindness we extend
to those whose lot in life seems bleak and grey
(yet) malevolent and hurtful words we pen
'gainst enemies we feel must be repaid

there was a time before the fall of man
when all the world was nothing less than good
in Eden's gardens wisdom ruled the land-
the path to unity was understood

until mankind returns from whence it came
these conflicts will continue just the same

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Eileen Manassian Date: 7/26/2025 8:06:00 AM Unfortunate, but true. Yet... blessed are the peacemakers. Well written sonnet, my favourite form. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 7/26/2025 9:25:00 AM Thx Eileen

Byeol Captain Date: 2/28/2025 7:54:00 AM A thoughtful one, that delves into human condition, reminding us of the importance of kindness and unity in overcoming struggles. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 2/28/2025 8:01:00 AM True. Thank you

Alesia Leach Date: 2/26/2025 2:47:00 PM Your poem is thoughtful and explores the duality of human nature beautifully. It captures the inner struggle between kindness and malice, love and vengeance, wisdom and folly. The contrast between Eden’s harmony and humanity’s current state adds a compelling depth to the piece, reinforcing the idea that until we reclaim that lost purity, internal and external conflicts will persist. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 2/26/2025 4:10:00 PM So sweet. Thx

Evelyn Judy Buehler Date: 11/20/2024 6:28:00 PM It was so nice to read your beautiful sonnet, Tom. How people treat each other is everything. Thank you for sharing. :) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 11/21/2024 5:35:00 AM .muchos gracias Evelyn

Not Golden Silence Date: 11/6/2024 4:15:00 AM I like your sonnets. It's funny that we believe in the same thing. We both despise what going on in life! And I applaud you for that. A great sonnet was written with intuition Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 11/6/2024 5:26:00 AM Thx for support NGS

Valsa George Date: 10/13/2024 9:02:00 PM Man is on the horns of a dilemma. There is a constant battle going on in him between his mind and heart. He lives in a world of corruption, injustice and wickedness. The pristine beauty of the earth is lost.... all of it, his own make. Unless he goes back to the original grace that existed before the fall of man, we cannot hope to have a peaceful existence. Your wonderful sonnet lays before us, all these stark truths. Enjoyed reading, dear Tom. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 10/14/2024 5:27:00 AM I believe we will someday. Good to see you back Valsa

Joe Maverick Date: 10/4/2024 10:52:00 PM A pen of pain..Wisdom lost' yet much to gain.) Well put piece.' Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 10/5/2024 5:35:00 AM Yessir and thx

Sara Kendrick Date: 10/1/2024 3:28:00 AM A very relevant work about the fall of mankind. We are in the middle of the worst kind of repaying. Each side feels that they are in the right but both sides are wrong. It is a saga that has been going on and on since the beginning. Jesus will come again, and all will be healed but we don't know when. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Sara K Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 10/1/2024 5:34:00 AM So true isn't it? Thx for stopping by

Robert Gorelick Date: 9/29/2024 10:50:00 AM I believe our evil natures aren't only due to The Fall, I believe it is also because our pure souls are encaged in the minds and bodies of primates. Just my take. Blaming women for The Fall, you and the Taliban have that in common. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/29/2024 12:26:00 PM Is was just a joke Gorelick

Crystol Woods Date: 9/29/2024 5:22:00 AM Lovely poem of truth and hope! I enjoyed the rhyme and flow as well! Xo Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/29/2024 12:26:00 PM Thx ma'am

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 9/28/2024 12:23:00 PM Hi Tom, mankind is so frustrated with life and living in this present era that exists, there is nowhere to hide and no-one to trust. How must we believe one politician when the next rejects and has a completely diverse opinion. Man has to think how will he buy the next loaf of bread for his family or will he have to pawn his wife's jewellery, and we all no matter color creed or nation pray to be saved who are the chosen persons? Poignant poetry, blessings Jennifer. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/28/2024 12:29:00 PM Yes, our dual natures on full display. Thx again Jen

Paula Goldsmith Date: 9/25/2024 12:32:00 PM I loved reading your wonderful write. What a great picture. Too bad Eden's gardens had to change. Bet it was a wonderful place to live. Have a blessed/fun day writing away............. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 12:56:00 PM Thx so much Paula. You're an inspiration to everyone

Sally Eslinger Date: 9/25/2024 7:04:00 AM Tom, this read for me word by word & thought to thought, as a wise, learned, close to a perfect poem. Thank you for the content & excellence of you expression. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 9:21:00 AM So kind of you to think so Sally

Laura Leiser Date: 9/25/2024 6:56:00 AM You illustrate humankind’s dilemma with sin nature well in your sonnet, Tom. Well done! :) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 9:20:00 AM Thx much for visit

Regina Elliott Date: 9/24/2024 5:22:00 PM Hi Tom, and wars rage on. Your sonnet is so well penned and thoughtful. A FAV for me. Have a peaceful evening. ~ Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 6:44:00 AM Faves rock. Thx so much

Gary Radice Date: 9/23/2024 1:58:00 AM Very interesting read. It ertainly got me thinking..We humans look for good when there is bad and sadly look for bad when there is good. My generalizations only. Your thoughts may differ. Cheers - Gary Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 6:44:00 AM Appreciate the visit

Peonieslore xo Date: 9/21/2024 1:32:00 PM Pleasure reading tom Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/21/2024 5:29:00 PM Hey have we met? I'll have to stop your way. Thx

Daniel Henry Rodgers Date: 9/21/2024 1:00:00 PM Hello Tom, I fell a little behind this week on my reading so I stopped by to see your newest and I am glad I did. Your sonnet brought out the fall of man and his ongoing battles with great clarity. The Bible says this is Satans World and we will always struggle until Jesus returns. We have a world of distorted logic posed as truth and emotions that easily override all things holy. Well inked for the contest! - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/21/2024 5:30:00 PM Thx Daniel. I think I'll lay off the these spiritual themes for a bit. Don't want to overstay my welcome

Mulu Magdalinos Date: 9/21/2024 11:14:00 AM dear Tom excellent sonnet. Blessing Tom Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/21/2024 5:30:00 PM Thx so much Mu

Len Gasun Date: 9/21/2024 11:03:00 AM So true my dear poet friend Tom. Pull of temptation is always on the air, and the best tool is reading and abiding the word from the bible and constant prayers. Well-done sonnet my dear poet. Thanks a lot for sharing and all the best in the contest. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/21/2024 5:31:00 PM Muchos gracias

John Read Date: 9/21/2024 9:09:00 AM Following Stoic principles,is the right path to take. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/21/2024 5:31:00 PM I'll stick with Jesus. Thx for stopping by

Joe Maverick Date: 9/20/2024 12:45:00 PM Yes..' Its oh so easy to slip..!! Down into it.) Whatever that it is..Revenge..indifference to Others jealousy fits of anger murder slander ..Yet all these pass (THE WORD OF THE LORD STANDS FOREVER) However.! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/20/2024 6:36:00 PM Right on Joe!

Nette Onclaud Date: 9/20/2024 11:39:00 AM when we take out jealousy and self entitlement, we all win...a precious, honest commentary, tom! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/20/2024 6:36:00 PM Hey thx for checking out my latest sonnet

Anais Vionet Date: 9/19/2024 12:02:00 PM I liked your poem - as art - but there's an argument to be made for Eden's gardens being ruled by human ignorance - until someone - and I'm not out to dox anyone - ate the mango and, of course, blamed to closest available woman for his transgression. =] Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/25/2024 6:46:00 AM Well, Eve refused to skin and gut so there you have it Arlo Parker Date: 9/22/2024 11:14:00 PM Eve and Adam were vegetarians; that says a lot. Joe Maverick Date: 9/21/2024 2:26:00 AM Hmmm.? I think I see another Chink.? I shall in my clumsy Human manner, try putting it With others I have gatheted to See what can be seen? Not that I follow your main thrust Ansis Yet some words ignite thought? Tom Woody Date: 9/19/2024 12:05:00 PM Well I think it's clear that women have been a problem from the beginning ;). Still, gotta have em

Duke Beaufort Date: 9/19/2024 5:47:00 AM Tom, this is a remarkable poem, which I will make a favorite. There's a lot to think about our nature and our impacts on each other and our planet. Can ever have a peaceful and kind world? I'm thinking we need more poets and fewer war mongers, but how can we make that happen...I think you are on to something! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 9/19/2024 5:51:00 AM There are and have been plenty of (word) battles right here on PS Duke. Like I mention to Brandy below, we all struggle to be consistently generous and kind. Thx for support

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