Bittersweet

The strain of separation leaves a sore,
sorrow abides and festers in the heart;
two star-cross'd lovers smitten to the core,
despairing of the days they'll spend apart.
Spirit, soul and testament they share,
blind to worldly consequences, broken
by the distance in between, for where'er
their footsteps fall each retains a token.
Two rings confirm a union true and bold;
connubial bliss that will not e'er be still'd
though time and tide would try to break the mold,
a fire undying, passion unfulfilled.
   The day will shortly dawn to soothe the strain,
   and end their bleak despondency and pain.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Turner Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 6:32 AM
Some wounds heal quicker than others, It all depends on how deep the cut...Nice sonnet
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 14, 2016 at 8:57 AM
Thanks... you are correct my friend. Best wishes, Keith
Andresen Avatar
January 10, 2016 at 6:20 AM
- Wounds will heal .... but always leave scars, Keith - A wonderful sonnet with a taste of bitterness (or lemons :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 10, 2016 at 6:36 AM
Thank you Anne Lise! Your kind words are much appreciated. Keith
Godwin Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 10:21 AM
OK, again (but you don't know it yet), I am reading you backwards and have come to believe you are writing lovely, emotional and touching poems as therapy. That is what poets do and we are best when hurting and seeking understanding, acceptance and healing. This is what I am seeing / feeling. Your pain is your pen's gain - and all readers, too. I love this and relate ... CayCay
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January 9, 2016 at 11:24 PM
...that's 'these DAYS!'
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 1:55 PM
Actually I'm a happy camper these, although I have had my moments... so no pain, lotsa gain!!! Keith
Lane Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 5:29 AM
Another lovely sonnet, Keith. You inspire me to write more of them.
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 7:10 AM
Thanks Lin... much appreciated! Keith
Sage Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 2:50 AM
excellent write Keith, lovely sonnet
Bickerstaffe Avatar
January 9, 2016 at 2:54 AM
Thank you W.S. Best wishes, Keith
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