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The Jagged Edges

Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.  
Proverbs 16: 18

      she stood tall on the jagged edges of the cliff
face worried as she noticed the rough seas
whilst above high dark clouds rumbled
though the sun shone straight at her face
could it enlighten her about what had happened

      thoughts came and went, as she remembered
the letter he had sent her and wondered
        was she deceived by her soldier and sister
he insulted her refusing to marry him
and she insulted him back vowing
          she would never marry him come what may

      still thoughts rumbled inside her mind
was he really proud or was she prejudiced
          the jagged edges of a knife pierced her soul
could there have been some half-truths in his insults
she still hated him but admired his handsome face
      facts churned in her head and confused her even more
could she face those jagged edges of truths

      she turned and walked down the rough cliff
her soul lacerated with truths and pride

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Anne Winter Date: 8/2/2025 11:34:00 PM Dear Victor, a very thoughtful poem filled with so much depth and meaning. The writing is breathtaking and splendid. You write so brilliantly. My best to you, Anne
Michael Tor Date: 8/2/2025 7:10:00 PM Heartfelt piece my friend. Clever Victor how you wrote this great submission. My best wishes for the contest. Still working on my brother's house will be back when finished.I have to catch up to all my Dear friends poetry. I hope you and your daughter are well. Miss you Victor.
Paige Hind Date: 8/2/2025 2:30:00 PM Very raw. You described "jagged" very well.
Bill Baker Date: 8/1/2025 4:33:00 PM Dramatic and engaging poetry, Victor. It is so real, the thoughts we should think when our sudden rage, or theirs, causes us the rant about half-truths and cause knee-jerk reactions from others. As we later contemplate the options and intents of words blurted out in anger ... often the truer version of those words is given to us from a higher source. a FAV for my list, my friend. Good luck in the contest! Bill
Besma Riabi Dziri Date: 8/1/2025 10:50:00 AM Such impressive poetry! As if reading an excerpt from a novel.. Dear Victor, you have adeptly sown the seeds of suspense and wonder into your avid reader mind and soul.. I am relishing another wondrous side of you.. digging deeper literally and metaphorically to render a so wonderful poetry that lends itself to many a reading! I have so much enjoyed your rendition of the state of pride and hurt in a so dignified beauty.. God bless you. My deepest regards.
Valsa George Date: 7/31/2025 9:49:00 PM As she gave him tit for that, she needn't feel defeated. Yet his denial to marry her is tormenting. It's quite natural. A very emotive poem. All the Best, dear Victor!
Evelyn Judy Buehler Date: 7/31/2025 8:42:00 PM Powerful and beautiful, your poem captivates with its portrayal of pride and its consequential inner turmoil and pain. Very nicely written, my friend. :)
Charles Messina Date: 7/31/2025 7:30:00 PM Awesome poetry, Victor. BOL in the contest. Hope you are doing well my friend. All the best... ~CM
CayCay Jennings Date: 7/31/2025 3:56:00 PM How emotive and dark, a piercing and dramatic piece, Victor. This is one of those poems that is hard to shake off after reading. Good luck in the contest. I've sent you a SoupMail. Poetry hugs .... CayCay
Andrea Dietrich Date: 7/31/2025 12:50:00 PM very interesting take on jagged edges. Nicely done!
Joe Dimino Date: 7/31/2025 11:31:00 AM Always two unspoken sides in every argument. Cooler heads usually prevail. But, not always. Excellent write.
Joseph May Date: 7/31/2025 9:47:00 AM The truth is powerful, Nicely penned
Maria Williams Date: 7/31/2025 7:32:00 AM Dearest Victor,your poem cuts deep—raw and beautifully conflicted. The imagery of jagged cliffs mirrors the sharp emotional terrain she’s navigating—betrayal, pride, truth, and pain all entwined. I love how her inner storm reflects the chaos of nature around her. It’s not just a breakup—it’s a reckoning.Good luck in the contest...Hugs
Kim Rodrigues Date: 7/31/2025 5:30:00 AM Great write through and through. A fave!
Sara Kendrick Date: 7/31/2025 4:19:00 AM If a person wants to share negativity about a person's character, never do it in anger, but in a loving atmosphere where the person might learn and grow. It would be better to let God reveal their faults to them and show them the way to improve. If it was motivated from a movie scene, it turned out okay in the end, but sadly life isn't like that most of the time. LOL..Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Sara K
Eileen Manassian Date: 7/31/2025 4:05:00 AM Elizabeth Bennett and Mr Darcy. This picture is from Pride and Prejudice. If this was your inspiration, you did well, indeed. It's one of my favourite classics and you caught essence of wounded pride well. Blessings
Sotto Poet Date: 7/31/2025 4:03:00 AM Complex interplay between love, pride, and self-identity in the face of conflict. Feelings of hate and admiration highlight the complexity of romantic relationships.
Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 7/31/2025 2:58:00 AM - He was full of critical attitudes and negative qualities ... she made a good choice - An excellent poem, Victor :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - (S- mail reply) - hugs
Bj Legros Kelley Date: 7/31/2025 1:56:00 AM Glad she got away!
Tom Cunningham Date: 7/31/2025 1:23:00 AM He managed to make her feel bad about herself and nearly succeeded thankfully she saw through him. Tom PS Soup mail.

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