John Gondolf Poet Terza Rima

As Time Slips By

“recently scenes of early life have stolen into my mind,
               like breezes blown ..."
                                              - Samuel Taylor Coleridge 


As Time Slips By

As time slips by and days grow short 
a troubled chill hangs in the air,
and life clings to its last resort.

Now gone are days of summers fair
that sated all my fantasies 
with youthful bliss and time to share.

But lately drifting with the breeze
and lighting gently in my mind
while putting aging thoughts at ease

are reveries that now unwind
revealing in their beauty shown
like treasures once again I find.

These memories are mine alone 
of days gone by and dreams once known.


October 13, 2022

Poem of the Day - October 14, 2022

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Margarita Lillico October 21, 2022 at 7:15 PM I feel it too, now that you woke IT up! Congrats! XO John Gondolf October 21, 2022 at 7:28 PM Thank you, Maggie, I appreciate it. I’m glad I woke IT up so you could feel it. I hope all is well in the great north. Hugs, John

Unseeking Seeker October 20, 2022 at 8:43 AM Congrats on your win in Brian’s contest! Well deserved John Gondolf October 21, 2022 at 2:57 AM Thank you, US, I appreciate it.

Deb M October 18, 2022 at 11:17 PM Congratulations John on a beautiful poem of nostalgia , reflection and memories…which brings such joy and a tinge of sadness….A lovely poem John…Debx John Gondolf October 19, 2022 at 8:26 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Deb, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Emilia James October 17, 2022 at 10:19 AM Wonderfully written as always John and congratulations on your POTD. Emilia : ) John Gondolf October 19, 2022 at 8:25 AM Thank you so much, Emilia, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

I Am Anaya October 15, 2022 at 8:50 AM A fabulous write, congratulations on your POTD, John Gondolf! I Am Anaya John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 9:44 AM Thank you so much for your comments and visit, Anaya, I appreciate it. John

Valsa George October 14, 2022 at 10:10 PM I can so well relate. When we grow old, as in autumn and winter, a chilly breeze blows into our life. But we can warm ourseves in the sweet and warm memories of youthful days once gone and loves once known. Congratulations John on your POTD John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 6:44 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Valsa. Those sweet memories bring warmth to our hearts on those cold grey nights. John

Brandy Nicole October 14, 2022 at 6:57 PM Time may slip by, but words will always be. A beautiful, sweet memory. Congratulations John, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 6:39 AM Ah yes, words will always be there, and your wors always inspire me. Thank you for being such a faithful supporter of my writing. Hugs, John

Tania Kitchin October 14, 2022 at 6:50 PM John, a beautiful poem, congratulations on POTD! John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 6:38 AM Thank you, Tania, I appreciate it.

Susan Lawrence October 14, 2022 at 6:18 PM Beautiful deep and poignant with visceral emotions John . Congratulations on POTD! Hugs, Susan:) John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:36 AM Thank you so much, Susan, I appreciate your thoughts and comments. Hugs, John

Anne-Lise Andresen October 14, 2022 at 11:24 AM - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., John - John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:35 AM Thank you so much, Anne-Lise, I appreciate it.

Jim Slaughter October 14, 2022 at 10:54 AM Quite lovely, John. Mr. Coleridge couldn't have written it better. A great choice for POTD, also. John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:33 AM Thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments, Jim, I appreciate it.

Gershon Wolf October 14, 2022 at 8:14 AM Gosh, John. How would you know anything about this topic?! You are certainly perspicacious for a youngster! ... Seriously, sage words recorded here. Congratulations on POTD, and here's to Sunny Days. :) Gershon John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:23 AM Wow, Gershon, if you think I’m a youngster you must be really old. Just kidding…thanks for sharing your thoughts and the new word to add to my vocabulary. John

L Milton Hankins October 14, 2022 at 7:54 AM Fine writing, John. Congratulations on your P.O.T.D.! John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:18 AM Thanks for the visit and comments, Milt, I appreciate it.

Bill Baker October 14, 2022 at 7:48 AM Congratulations on your POTD, John. Your poem was a pleasant read, and your form was magnificent. Enjoy your special day, my friend. Bill John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:17 AM Thanks, Bill, I’m glad you enjoyed it.

Paulette Calasibetta October 14, 2022 at 7:11 AM Congratulations on your POTD! Truly, your words are a beacon of light in the time that is slipping by ~ in memories. :)Paulette John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:07 AM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Paulette, I appreciate it.

Linda Alice Fowler October 14, 2022 at 7:09 AM Congratulations John, on the honor of your POTD! John Gondolf October 15, 2022 at 4:07 AM Thank you, Linda.

Daisy Meadows October 14, 2022 at 6:16 AM Congratulations on your POTD. Well done. John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 6:37 AM Thank you, Jeanette, I appreciate it. John

Heidi Sands October 14, 2022 at 5:45 AM Congratulations for this beautiful POTD John :) John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 6:36 AM Thank you so much, Heidi, I appreciate it. John

Mike Gentile October 14, 2022 at 5:17 AM Congratulations John on your POTD!! This is such a beautiful expression of passing time and one that we all seem to relate to! Enjoy your day!! John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 6:36 AM Thanks, Mike, I appreciate it. The more we hang around, the more we relate to the aging process, but it's better than the alternative.

Jeff Kyser October 14, 2022 at 4:26 AM Well, how 'bout that! Congrats on the POTD to go with this fave, John. John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 4:33 AM Thanks again, Jeff.

Constance La France October 14, 2022 at 2:54 AM John, a lovely poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings Constance John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 3:03 AM Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and comments, Constance, I appreciate it. It was this quote by Coleridge that gave me inspiration for this, thanks for sharing it. My muse hasn’t had much inspiration lately. John

Unseeking Seeker October 14, 2022 at 2:53 AM Back again with warm congratulations on POTD, John John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 3:05 AM Thank you, US, I appreciate it.

Jenna Logan October 14, 2022 at 2:14 AM As POTD your lines shine even brighter. Congratulations, John. John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 2:55 AM Thank you, Jenna, your comments bring a smile to my heart. John

Tom Cunningham October 14, 2022 at 12:52 AM An enjoyable read John, those memories of the past are priceless. Congratulations on the honour of POTD. Hope you're keeping well. Tom John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 2:53 AM Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Tom, I appreciate it. I have been quite busy lately and haven’t had much time for poetry. John

Brandy Nicole October 13, 2022 at 7:27 PM Those fantasies of youthful bliss, will always be near and dear to your heart. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. This is beautiful, tender and emotional, all at the same time. I'm placing this in my favorites, to read again and again. Many wonderful blessings to you, my dear sweet friend. Hugs, Brandy John Gondolf October 14, 2022 at 2:48 AM Thank you so much, Brandy, it seems like the older we get the dearer those memories become. Thanks for adding it to your favorites. Hugs, John

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