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A Better Tomorrow

As jaws of hell consume our city streets
Division reigns within all fifty states
But hope for change within my heart still beats
Perhaps in your heart, too, it resonates

November ushers in a choice to make
That could, in fact, restore tranquility
Releasing blazing cities from their stake
As embers fade, we’ll find humanity

I’ve faith a new leader will take control
Eliminate mistrust and speak the truth
He’ll chart a path that’s sure to make us whole  
Restoring calm to disenchanted youth

If polls are right, we’ll end our Civil War
Serenity’s within our grasp once more




*September 16, 2020
For John Hamilton’s “A Better Tomorrow” Sonnet contest

Copyright © Carolyn Devonshire | Year Posted 2020

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Jack Horne Date: 6/9/2021 11:57:00 AM lovely sonnet - & so pleased the new leader is bringing about that peace Login to Reply

Joseph Spence Sr Date: 12/2/2020 12:51:00 AM This is an excellent poem, my sister of God's grace, Carolyn. I love the flow of the words and the impact of the message. The descriptive excellence is lovely. The theme great, and tenor move the piece along with much grace. Great job! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53812816-sincerely-speaking-spiritually. Login to Reply

Silent One Date: 11/8/2020 7:43:00 AM Hi Carolyn, I hope a better tomorrow will be coming soon for the US.. Trump going will be a big factor, however, I can see a few people not happy with this result.. Hope you are well.. Login to Reply

John Watt Date: 10/15/2020 9:25:00 PM It's been a horrific year but we must never give up hope. A pointed sonnet, laced with a hope for a better future. Well done, my friend. Login to Reply

Jennifer Proxenos Date: 10/6/2020 7:44:00 AM I hope your wonderful poem and poetic creativity comes to fruition Carolyn, - I hope for America, and for the rest of the world that all who see the great and intense meaning you justly explain so intensely is essential for a better tomorrow. Kudos my friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Login to Reply

Gordon Mcconnell Date: 9/30/2020 1:22:00 PM A great write Carolyn, filled with hope and prospects on a better future. Blessings, Gordon Login to Reply

Greg Gaul Date: 9/29/2020 3:53:00 PM I don't know why this didn't rank higher. The timber of your poetic voice is so stylish, accented by great grammar and meter highlighted by strategically placed commas. When read aloud, this is so smooth, no forcing. It must be the message because the technique is admirable to me. Always a pleasure to read your work. Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 9/30/2020 10:27:00 AM Thank you, Greg. The sponsor told me he wasn't looking for "political" poems. I really appreciate your nice comments.

Mark Koplin Date: 9/29/2020 5:06:00 AM Congratulations on your win Carolyn! Login to Reply

Andrea Dietrich Date: 9/28/2020 2:11:00 PM Big Congrats to you, CArolyn. I see he did not want political. It's good just to get on the list at least!! Login to Reply

John Hamilton Date: 9/28/2020 8:52:00 AM Congrats Carolyn on placing in my contest. It is very well written, it's my mistake I should have said no political entries, so that's the only reason it didn't place higher, sorry about that! Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 9/28/2020 12:09:00 PM Thanks, John. I appreciate my placement. I didn't know you wanted entries that weren't political. I was just trying to think of one thing that gives me hope now and this is it.

Sigrid Ermine Date: 9/28/2020 2:29:00 AM Hi Carolyn. Your Sonnet is striking. Spoken with ease, with heavy truth. Incredibly applicable. I find it a very inspired beautiful poem. It's a credit to you. Massive Congratulations on its Win, should have been much higher on list. Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 9/28/2020 12:10:00 PM Thanks, Sigrid. John just informed me he didn't want political poems. No sweat. I enjoyed writing it.

Joanna Daniel Date: 9/24/2020 11:29:00 PM A dilemma right now, well written, Carolyn, keep the hopes alive:) Login to Reply

Harry Horsman Date: 9/23/2020 10:11:00 PM For your wonderful country, Carolyn, yes i can see the positives of your excellent poem, and do hope sincerely for a " Better tomorrow" for the USA, and everyone else on the planet.. Login to Reply

Victor Buhagiar Date: 9/16/2020 10:04:00 PM Delightfully done sonnet even it makes me sad to see how USA is faring. ~~ Login to Reply

Heidi Sands Date: 9/16/2020 3:30:00 PM We the people must unite and work for a better tomorrow. Even with a leader as president, 'we the people' can make the positive difference if we try. Well written Carolyn :) Login to Reply

Judy Ball Date: 9/16/2020 3:30:00 PM We can only pray the God will direct the voters. A fine poem with great emotion. God Bless, JB Login to Reply

Nette Onclaud Date: 9/16/2020 2:30:00 PM ohh, a powerful call to change the landscape of america, carolyn... you inspire all to discern what is best for the country...let us bring back good morals...huggs Login to Reply

Daniel Turner Date: 9/16/2020 12:46:00 PM Very good sonnet, Carolyn. I won't discuss politics but I will say neither Donald Trump nor Joe Biden is Abe Lincoln. This country needs a strong leader who can unite the country and neither of those fit the bill. However i do like the sonnet. best of luck sweet lady:) Login to Reply Andrea Dietrich Date: 9/28/2020 2:12:00 PM I agree

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 9/16/2020 11:53:00 AM - I think the whole world is watching the election with excitement, dear Carolyn - Without change no control - An excellent poem :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply

Rico Leffanta Date: 9/16/2020 11:35:00 AM I suspect Americans are so accustomed to outright lies they won't recognise the truth even if it slaps them in the face! but you may make some progress over the next few weeks! Aloha! Rico Login to Reply

Tom Cunningham Date: 9/16/2020 11:10:00 AM Well written Carolyn, it's heartbreaking to see whats happening in your country, I hope that a better tomorrow is coming for you all. Good luck Tom Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 9/16/2020 11:20:00 AM Thank you, Tom. We have to keep hope alive.

Vijay Pandit Date: 9/16/2020 11:04:00 AM I am with you my friend for a better tomorrow. I agree with your sentiments--it's been time for a change. You are on mark with this eloquent write, Carolyn. You don't need good luck wishes to win this contest. Login to Reply Carolyn Devonshire Date: 9/16/2020 11:21:00 AM Thank you, Vijay. Your comments mean a lot to me.