Ballad of Hawnsby Hill

He came and talked so sweet on Hawnsby Hill,
She thought he was an answer to her prayer.
Yet Mary Ann now lies asleep so still.

A secret kept and he would have his fill,
Soon she was there without an ounce of care.
He came and talked so sweet on Hawnsby Hill.

They always met beside the ruined Mill,
He told her that she had no cause to fear.
Yet Mary Ann now lies asleep so still.

One day her mother thought she looked quite ill,
But still she left and met him with a tear.
He came and talked so sweet on Hawnsby Hill.

He told her for her love that he would kill,
But not the words she wanted most to hear.
Yet Mary Ann now lies asleep so still.

A baby was for him a bitter pill,
Alone, the pain would be too much to bear.
He came and talked so sweet on Hawnsby Hill.
Yet Mary Ann now lies asleep so still.

20.03.19
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Agustin Avatar
September 5, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Leiser Avatar
October 10, 2020 at 7:55 AM
I also faved this poem, as well. The villanelle form is challenging and you did it so well! Thank you, Suzanne, for dropping by to comment on a few of my poems! :)
Leiser Avatar
October 3, 2020 at 9:13 PM
I love how you used the villanelle form for desired emphasis in this outstanding poem, Suzanne! Great write! You should consider entering a poetry contest or two as your work will get more exposure to a wider audience. You are very talented! :)
Jones Avatar
October 5, 2020 at 5:50 AM
Thank you for your comments Laura which are very encouraging. I will take your advice re entering poetry contests.
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