A Heart Thats Free

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Forgiveness Contest Robert James Liguori 19/12/23

Forgiveness does not ever say, What you did, is now OK. But forgiving you, releases me, I now regain a heart that’s free. I hold no grudge, I have no hate. The harm you did, will abate. My mind and heart, are now clear, To recover what you took, that was so dear. Forgiveness wasn’t instant, it took me a while. But now I forgive you, I can once again smile. My wish for you, is for a contrite heart, Where compassion and love can play a part. You didn’t ask my forgiveness, I know that’s true, But now I willingly give it to you. It frees me from hurt, and a pain within. From the harm you caused, my healing can begin. Any future devilment you try to bestow, Will just make me stronger, this I know. It’s a contented life, I am going to live, Because you see,………. I forgive.

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Christina Bowring

Date: 1/25/2024 7:42:00 AM

This is such a beautiful poem dear Wen and I know it’s heartfelt. The picture is so delicate and tender, like someone’s heart, but as a flower wishes to bloom in sunshine and be free to sway in the breeze, so does the heart need to be free from entanglement which weighs not just the heart but the soul down too.It sets the heart and soul free to soar once again.Forgiveness is strength and also wisdom and you my dear friend, possess it in abundance.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 1/25/2024 9:53:00 AM

OH Chris, I was honoured that Seeker took the time to comment positively on my poem because I know him to be a learned man, and now you my dear friend taking the time to comment so beautifully, and actually enhance my poem with your meaningful comment is such a pleasure for me. I can hardly express my joy. Thank you so very much.

Christina Bowring
Date: 1/25/2024 7:46:00 AM

The last stanza is so profound with a powerful and positive affirmation of which I love. A reflective read for me. Thank you for sharing. Hugs xx

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 12/19/2023 11:25:00 PM

Beautiful poem on forgiveness, SV. If we feel sense of injury, we need to forgive, to heal ourself

Speaks Volumes
Date: 12/20/2023 1:03:00 AM

Coming from you, that means a lot. I really appreciate your affirmation of my poem. Thank you.