Robert Lindley Poet Sonnet

Abandon Dead Trails and Thy Sybarite Lust

Abandon Dead Trails And Thy Sybarite Lust

If Nature's earthen-fires thy bosom holds
and thy heart's countenance mind's eye thus sees;
life serves best those adventurously bold,
walking worn paths, resting under its trees.

Seek in truth the great beauty God has made
the opulence of colors in blue skies;
let not dark, thy human empathy degrade
to sorrows that in turn, love's joys deny.

Instead, denude kings of their purple cloaks
and the golden castles they have stolen;
take time to visit regale forest oaks,
ride the rapids of rivers swift and swollen.

Abandon dead trails, thy Sybarite lusts
in Nature's awe, seeking heart there adjusts.

Robert J. Lindley, 8-18-2018
Sonnet, ( Nature's Great Gifts And Its Awesome Healing Powers)

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Besma Riabi Dziri August 19, 2018 at 4:39 PM A Sonnet of Light and Beauty! A captivating closing couplet! Nature a haven of unstained beauties.. of healing and enlightening solitude.. of singing hearts.. Man who venerates, loves and inhales Nature's wonders never fails to reach divine wisdom and distinctions.. Thank you so much Robert for sharing such a wonderful write. A FAV. Be blessed. Robert Lindley August 21, 2018 at 9:51 AM Thank you my dear friend. Your visits and kind comments are always truly appreciated..

Sunlite Wanter August 19, 2018 at 11:17 AM Robert, do you know how good you are? This is another classic - gripping to me. Robert Lindley August 21, 2018 at 9:47 AM Thank you my good friend. Always a pleasure to see that you have visited my page..

Maria Williams August 19, 2018 at 6:33 AM What a Sonnet, what a poet you are. One of the greatest writers on PS. Truly enjoyed Robert and a fave dear man....Maria hugs Robert Lindley August 19, 2018 at 10:33 AM My dear friend. Your kind words and faithful support have always been a great blessing . Thank you for all that you do and for the fav too. That you rate this poem so highly, is a gift and a blessing for me to read and appreciate ..

Lawrence Sharp August 19, 2018 at 1:39 AM '...denude kings of their stolen cloaks and the golden castles they have stolen...' Amen. A powerful write with great atmosphere. Robert Lindley August 19, 2018 at 10:31 AM Thank you my good friend. Very pleased that you found this an enjoyable and worthy presentation.

Susan Ashley August 18, 2018 at 10:13 PM Indeed! Nature is beautifully healing and invigorating and your exquisite poem speaks to your appreciation of her splendid gifts, dear Robert. A shining poem that sparkles with inspiring truth and insight. Superb poetry and a fav! Warmest wishes always my wonderful friend.. ~Susan Robert Lindley August 19, 2018 at 10:30 AM My very dear friend, always a blessing to read your comments as well as your great poetry. Your visits always cheer me up tremendously.

Arturo Michael August 18, 2018 at 4:26 PM Your voice calls out from afar...Poetry that weaves a tapestry of Gothic art...interesting indeed...All the best Robert Robert Lindley August 19, 2018 at 10:28 AM My good friend, I am very pleased that you enjoyed reading this piece and saw the truth therein.

Charlie Smith August 18, 2018 at 3:25 PM Brilliant Robert, a fav for sure... Robert Lindley August 19, 2018 at 10:26 AM Thank you Charlie. I appreciate your fav immensely my friend.