Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

Beset By Fear

The skies were clear, a cloudless blue
   His heart beat red, his love was true
His hair was black, his thoughts pure white
   The moon was full, the time was right

Jed cleared his throat, no sound came out  
   He'd lost his nerve, there was little doubt ...
 Eagerly Becky had waited, 'till beset by fear
   She slipped away, eyes streaming tears

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Tom Cunningham October 9, 2018 at 12:37 PM Sadly it wasn't to be Gershon. Bout of nerves killed the romance before it had a chance. Tom. Gershon Wolf October 9, 2018 at 5:17 PM Yup. Now: A bout those nerves,... LOL. Thanks for commenting, Tom! Best wishes, Gershon

M. L. Kiser October 9, 2018 at 9:18 AM Jed had some really cold feet. Well done. Gershon Wolf October 9, 2018 at 10:23 AM Ice-cold...I almost posted the sixth line as: He'd lost his nerve, the big dumb lout --- but I managed to restrain myself. LOL. Thank you for your continuing support and encouragement, M.L. Best wishes, Gershon

Michelle Faulkner October 8, 2018 at 11:10 PM I think true courage is speaking the truth, but it can be overwhelming - Gershon Wolf October 9, 2018 at 10:22 AM It sure can. Thank you for reading this one and for your comment, Michelle. Best wishes, Gershon

Line Gauthier October 8, 2018 at 10:27 PM Superbly penned, Gershon. Gershon Wolf October 9, 2018 at 10:21 AM Thank you so much, Line. Best always, Gershon

Kim Rodrigues October 8, 2018 at 5:24 PM I love the push and pull , the angst and contrast! Also the first verse with all its colors! A fave! Gershon Wolf October 9, 2018 at 10:21 AM A fave--no kidding. Thank you for your generous praise and support, Kim! Best wishes, Gershon