Rhonda Johnson-Saunders Poet Sonnet

A World Without You

The hands of June will soon scoop up this earth. 
Her palms will gently cup sunlight and rain.
The wind, her fertile breath, will warm the eves,     
yet here I’ll wake to feel her blush in vain.

Without my love, each star-filled night turns black.
At dawn, the sunlight breaks to blind my path.
My ashen heart will char as summer flames,
and flowing blood will parch in aftermath.          

I ‘ve often heard of death by broken heart.
It seems that winter’s chill could hasten this, 
but this oppressive heat has fueled my pain.
A frozen heart turned numb might feel like bliss. 

The summer sun has slouched, the moon has gone,
but somehow through my grief, I carry on.



Written 5/29/20 for JCB Burl’s 
A World Without You Contest

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Panagiota Romios October 14, 2020 at 9:48 AM I like ALL the lines in this poem Such imagery and emotion. Hugs, Panagiota xx

Robert Lindley June 2, 2020 at 8:50 PM My friend, I do so truly and deeply agree with Lawrence- the first line - the first stanza sets the stage for a very powerful piece! And you delivered that so magnificently. Definitely a great fav for me... God bess.. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 9:15 PM Thank you, Robert!

Malabika Ray Choudhury June 2, 2020 at 2:20 PM Congratulations on your win! This is such a beautiful piece, with underlying sadness portrayed with heartfelt emotions. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 8:45 PM Thank you for your kind words and lovely visit, Mala. xx Rhonda

Lawrence Sharp June 2, 2020 at 9:02 AM The opening line is so magnetic, and every line that follows keeps the reader right there. Really good stuff. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 8:44 PM Thank you, Lawrence, I'm glad you enjoyed it. xx Rhonda

Arturo Michael June 1, 2020 at 5:29 PM Yes, nothing is quite the same without love...good one Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 12:05 AM Thank you, Arturo! xx Rhonda

Aditi Mishra June 1, 2020 at 3:10 PM You use such beautiful metaphors for the anxiety of life and in a sonnet! This is an outstanding and heartfelt write Rhonda. Congratulations on your win :) Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 12:04 AM Thank you, Aditi...you are a kind soul, and I appreciate your visits! xx Rhonda

Paula Goldsmith June 1, 2020 at 1:39 PM Congratulations on your win. A beautiful write. Enjoy your win and day........... Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 12:01 AM Thank you, Paula...very sweet of you! xx Rhonda

Besma Riabi Dziri June 1, 2020 at 1:07 PM A so lofty work of Art, substance and form! Your very wonderful words suggest and impress! Without such fine and great poetry the world turns dull! So captivated by your inspiring poetry, dear Rhonda! And so pleased to read! My deepest regards and blessings. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders June 2, 2020 at 12:00 AM Thank you, Besma! Your comments are very kind and uplifting, and you are a positive, encouraging light here on PS. Blessings to you, xx Rhonda

Silent One May 31, 2020 at 3:28 PM The pain never ends...We just learn to live with it.. A sad sonnet written so well.. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 31, 2020 at 9:44 PM Thank you, S.O.! xx Rhonda

Judy Ball May 31, 2020 at 12:01 PM Absolutely beautiful Rhonda. So much emotion in these lines. So much feeling. This is a winner for sure. God Bless and thanks for visiting my page. Stay well, JB Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 31, 2020 at 9:43 PM Thank you, Judy, for the kind words and visit! xx Rhonda

Eve Roper May 31, 2020 at 11:54 AM Congratulations on your win, Rhonda, I like the line , Without my love, each star-filled night turns black. . Hugs Eve Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 31, 2020 at 9:43 PM Thank you, Eve! I'm happy you liked it...xx Rhonda

Demetrios Trifiatis May 31, 2020 at 8:01 AM A yearning for love heart, a poet becomes overnight! Superb Sonnet dearest, Rhoda! Take care, my friend! Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 31, 2020 at 9:42 PM Thank you, my friend! You as well.

Vijay Pandit May 31, 2020 at 6:25 AM Your words brilliantly capture the saddened world--a superb write, Rhonda. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 31, 2020 at 9:41 PM Thank you, Vijay!

John Watt May 30, 2020 at 5:28 PM "My ashen heart will char as summer flames" captures the aching heart so well in the absence of one's love. I enjoyed your sonnet very much Rhonda, with its imagery and contrasts. I wish you well in the contest ~ John Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:37 PM Thank you, John, for your kind words and visit! Enjoy your weekend, xx Rhonda

John Hamilton May 30, 2020 at 4:01 PM What a beautiful sonnet, beautifully written although of somber note, leaves me satisfied, loved this. You should write for my summers love sonnet you write them so well Rhonda! Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:35 PM Thank you for the visit, John! Your words are always so kind. I did try writing today for your contest, but my muse seem to have left me. I'm hoping for a better day tomorrow! Blessings, Rhonda

Frederic Parker May 30, 2020 at 2:25 PM this is a really nice poem, written about sadness but one that shows a strong soul handling loss... Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:32 PM Thank you for your kind words, Frederic. It's nice of you to visit. I hope you are well and having a blessed weekend, Rhonda

Mohan Chutani May 30, 2020 at 10:44 AM Rhonda, quite a difficult world without the loved one. Best. Mohan Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:30 PM Thank you for the visit, Mohan! Blessings, Rhonda

John Gondolf May 30, 2020 at 8:41 AM I enjoyed this very emotive sonnet, Rhonda, best of luck in the contest. Hugs, John Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:29 PM Thank you, John! I'm happy you enjoyed it...blessings, Rhonda

Gordon Mcconnell May 30, 2020 at 7:05 AM Such a beautiful piece Rhonda, lovely rhyme and flow too. Always so good to read your marvellous pen. He you're having a lovely weekend, Blessings always,Gordon Rhonda Johnson-Saunders May 30, 2020 at 8:22 PM Thank you, Gordon. You are most kind! My weekend has been quiet so far. I hope you are enjoying yours. I tried to write some this afternoon, but my muse seems to have run away. I hope she comes back tomorrow! Blessings, xx Rhonda