Sandra Haight Poet Sonnet

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Written, January 11, 2015

~1st Place~
Contest: Cross-Your Interpretation
Sponsor: Carolyn Devonshire
Judged: 03/03/2019

~1st Place~
Contest: Destiny Or Choices
Sponsor: Nayda Ivette Negron
Judged: 04/19/2016

~1st Place~
Contest: Second Chance #2
Sponsor: Broken Wings
Judged: 04/16/2016

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For "Appreciation, Anger, Air, Angelic Poetry Contest"
Sponsor, Sotto Poet,

March 11, 2024

 

Angelic

"And so it is, that both the Devil and the angelic Spirit present us with objects of desire to awaken our power of choice. There is an invisible strength within us; when it recognizes two opposing objects of desire, it grows stronger."
 ( Rumi)

The Narrow Line

There are divisions on life’s narrow line
where paths on left unite with paths on right.
Those crossroads we encounter, intertwine;
must choose which way- and oft, by dark of night.

On left, perhaps the Devil’s wish we turn;
on right, a path more blessed by God we find.
The choice can lose the soul with no return,
or help it rise to happiness refined.

With God and Devil, we must live our years;
the balance is an act we face each day.
At times, the narrow line is blurred by fears;
go right, go left- a choice to make and pray-
  
the one we choose will be a soulful quest;
our only judge- a conscience well at rest.

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Aditi Mishra May 21, 2020 at 12:42 AM This is such a different take on the theme so beautifully blended with experiences. Congratulations on your win Sandra :)

John Hamilton May 20, 2020 at 4:17 PM A very nice entry for my contest, thanks Sandra, and congrats on a fine placement!

Janice Canerdy March 4, 2019 at 8:54 AM Sandra, CONGRATS on your well-deserved first-place win! Janice Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:07 PM Thank you very much, Janice! Hugs, Sandra

Anne-Lise Andresen March 4, 2019 at 12:14 AM - Congratulations on your first place in the contest, Sandra :) - "The word cross can mean many things", it's really true :) - So many different suggestions :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:07 PM Yes, many different ways to interpret 'cross' in this contest. Thanks again for your visit and congrats. Hugs, Sandra

Jan Allison March 3, 2019 at 4:12 PM Its wonderful to read this gem again Sandra, many congrats on your top place:-) hugs Jan xx Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:05 PM Thank you very much, Jan. Hugs, Sandra

Wendy Watson March 3, 2019 at 3:02 PM Many congratulations,Sandra. This was a thought-provoking and as usual beautifully flowing poem. Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:04 PM Thank you very much, Wendy, for your lovely comment and congrats. Hugs, Sandra

Andrea Dietrich March 3, 2019 at 1:47 PM VEry insightful and well written poem, Sandra. Congrats on top win. Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:04 PM Thank you so much, Andrea. Hugs, Sandra

James Marshall Goff March 3, 2019 at 1:21 PM Wonderfully presented, Sandra! Congrats! Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:03 PM Thank you very much, James, for your visit and supportive comment! Sandra

Carolyn Devonshire March 3, 2019 at 12:21 PM The choices we make in life are our own and too often people don't accept responsibility. As you suggest, I pray for guidance and know each of us has to live with our own conscience. Perfect sonnet form, Sandra, and a great first-place win! I still have your address, but send me a Soup mail to help me determine what prize to send to you. Congratulations! Best wishes, Carolyn Sandra Haight March 4, 2019 at 8:03 PM Thank you very much, Carolyn, for another fine contest and for my wonderful placement. I am pleased that you find my poem worthy. Hugs, Sandra

Teddy Kimathi November 10, 2016 at 12:44 PM Congrats Sandra, for your well, deserved top placement in the contest!!! ;-)

Alexis Y. November 8, 2016 at 7:54 AM Hi Sandra, Congratulations on your fine win:-) Alexis Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:31 PM Thank you, Alexis! Hugs, Sandra

Heidi Sands November 7, 2016 at 2:17 PM Great Sandra! Congratulations for your win! Well deserved. :) Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:30 PM Thank you very much, Heidi. Hugs, Sandra

Joseph May November 7, 2016 at 1:20 PM Congrats on a fine win Sandra Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:30 PM Thank you so much, Joseph. Sandra

Darren White November 7, 2016 at 12:17 PM Sandra, congratulations, wonderful! Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:29 PM Thank you very much, Darren! Sandra

Charlie Smith November 7, 2016 at 11:29 AM Congratulations Sandra, the proverbial fork in the road decision faced by us all, well written... Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:29 PM Thank you, Charlie, for your visit, congrats and supportive comments. Sandra

Frederic Parker November 7, 2016 at 9:37 AM Congratulations on your win, this contest brought out some poems with wisdom and it is nice to read such poetry for me Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:29 PM Thank you, Frederic, for your congratulations in uplifting comments. Sandra

Eve Roper November 7, 2016 at 8:42 AM Sandra, congratulations on your win great write! Hugs eve Sandra Haight November 8, 2016 at 6:28 PM Thank you so much, Eve. Hugs, Sandra

Beautiful Scars September 20, 2016 at 10:04 AM You speak the truth sweet Sandra and it shines...congratulations on your placement in the contest :)-luloo

Agnes Krampe September 20, 2016 at 7:39 AM What a great poem, Sandra. I love how you depict this great truth. Congrats on your placement. Agnes

Poet Destroyer A April 28, 2016 at 12:10 AM Sandra, well done on your win. Luv ~LINDA~

Teddy Kimathi April 26, 2016 at 4:50 AM Greetings Sandra. Congrats for your top placement with this fine piece!!! I also love the quote above!!! ;-) Sandra Haight April 26, 2016 at 9:51 AM Thank you so much, Teddy, for your supportive comment and congrats! Sandra

John Lawless April 20, 2016 at 6:38 PM Love the last line Sandra. The proof is in the resting of a clear head on the pillow and going to sleep peacefully. Sandra Haight April 26, 2016 at 9:51 AM Thank you, John, for stopping by with your nice comment. Much appreciated! Sandra

Bl Devnath April 20, 2016 at 3:11 PM Congrats on your great win my lovely frind. Loved always, bl Sandra Haight April 20, 2016 at 3:21 PM Thank you again, BL, for your support! Sandra

John Lawless April 20, 2016 at 7:25 AM Congrats on the placement Sandra Sandra Haight April 20, 2016 at 3:20 PM Thank you very much, John. Sandra

Dr. Upma A. Sharma April 19, 2016 at 10:20 PM Congrats on ur awesome first place win dear Sandra.. seven for this!! Sandra Haight April 20, 2016 at 3:20 PM Thank you very much, Dr. Upma. I appreciate your uplifting comment and support! Hugs, Sandra

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