An Angel In Disguise

Behind paned glass, she’ll pass her days.
Eyes fixed across the frozen fields.
Her ruby smile, a thin disguise.
Betrothed to him, steadfast she prays.
On coldest day, they said goodbyes.
Forever true, with their love sealed.

The summer orchard’s ripe with plums.
She waits and cries for dreams untold,
as farm chores help her days to pass.
Her soldier's safe return shall come
when laughter climbs from greenest grass 
and warm sunrays paint lovers gold.

Summer’s steps wane to fall’s swift stride.
In fiery heart, her love still burns.
As leaves rustle and gently strum,  
only her cat holds tears she’s cried.
She’s lulled with neighs; the old barn hums.
His angel keeps till he returns.

A year has gone, she passes days
with animals to feed and groom.
Their bright eyes seem to understand
how fears can burrow under hay.
In uniform at altar grand, 
A bride dreams of her handsome groom.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Lamoureux Avatar
March 21, 2015 at 8:27 AM
Moving piece, congratulations.
Roper Avatar
March 20, 2015 at 6:17 PM
Back again to congratulate you on your win. Blessings Eve
Shaw Avatar
March 20, 2015 at 4:27 PM
This is so lovely, Rhonda! Big congrats on your win. Hugs, Kimberly
Haight Avatar
March 20, 2015 at 3:43 PM
Rhonda, stopping back to congratulate you on your nice win for your lovely poem. I chose this visual too, and it is great to read other poetical interpretations. Hugs, Sandra
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March 20, 2015 at 2:14 PM
RHONDA, CONGRATS on your win. **SKAT **
A   Avatar
March 20, 2015 at 2:04 PM
Rhonda, Congratulations in Isaiah, Angel in a disguise contest...... Luv ~LINDA~
Allison Avatar
March 20, 2015 at 1:05 PM
Dropping back to congratulate you on your win Rhonda:-) Hugs Jan xx
Devonshire Avatar
March 3, 2015 at 6:07 PM
Rhonda, I could not read this without shedding some tears for the many wives whose husbands are fighting abroad. Your words are so gentle and yet they hit me hard. I could see each scene so clearly through your amazing imagery. Thank you for sharing this. Surely one of the best I've seen today! Love, Carolyn
Kiser Avatar
February 25, 2015 at 6:07 PM
A beautifully penned poem.
Onclaud Avatar
February 25, 2015 at 12:47 PM
this captivates, Rhonda.. geez, it's simply mystifying and has that pull of 'waiting' scene towards me... how splendid can you be!.. huggs
Sirak Avatar
February 25, 2015 at 7:58 AM
Melancholy and lovely. A fantastic image of "laughter climbing from greenest grass" Images of spring when her love returns and winter's chill will release her heart.
Roper Avatar
February 24, 2015 at 1:46 PM
Rhonda,wonderful dramatic dreamlike poem. Good luck in the contest and a 7. Blessings
Relish Avatar
February 24, 2015 at 8:09 AM
A romantic write worthy of a story Rhonda... as Andrea mentioned it can be a story from the Victorian era or of a romanace brewing in the present day.. good luck and hugs, nad
Dietrich Avatar
February 24, 2015 at 12:20 AM
you are a poet for the ages, Rhonda. this could be a classic two hundred years ago!! Or today!!! soupmail.
Haight Avatar
February 23, 2015 at 6:40 PM
Wonderful, Rhonda, such an endearing romantic story that echos the emotion felt in the visual. Best wishes for the contest! Hugs, Sandra
Pinet Avatar
February 23, 2015 at 12:11 PM
This is a beautiful love poem filled with imagery that adorn the words like a fresh fallen snow. The conscious mind extends itself beyond our norms and we enter a world dreams composed of reality defused with imagination and love. Emile #7
Manassian Avatar
February 23, 2015 at 9:13 AM
Sweet flowing and lyrical. :) Lovely message as well. Good luck in the contest, dear. Hugs
Meade Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:31 PM
I like the line "fears . . under hay" They don't go away but lay hidden, smoldering turning white with mold . . . I love these strong farm women . . . hard work, night tears, and a passionate heart! Another wonderful poem dear friend. 7
Haight Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:30 PM
Rhonda, after I commented, I did see it only had five lines instead of six per stanza with a different rhyme scheme, and I was going to Soup Mail you. Glad you caught it. Sandra
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 8:52 PM
Thanks, Sandra...I reworked it.
Petersen Potter Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:22 PM
Very nice pen Rhonda! I truly enjoyed your piece in topic and style, my dear friend. It flows like silk. A 7 from me! I wish you a very lovely evening! In his light! God bless you! :) love n hugs! xxx D"
Haight Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:19 PM
Beautiful, Rhonda. I love where you took this using that visual. Very emotional and well-written. Best wishes in the contest. Hugs, Sandra
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:27 PM
Thanks, Sandra, but I used the wrong rhyme scheme...at least I caught it!
Allison Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 3:57 PM
You captured the image so perfectly Rhonda - good luck in the contest:-) Hugs Jan xx 7 xx
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 5:25 PM
LOL...I realized I used the wrong rhyme scheme. I have to laugh at myself...:))
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