Paulette Calasibetta Poet Rispetto

Broken Wings

       
					


                   remnants of a life built with purpose and pride,
                           small synapses of yesterday I recall
                           clouded in a narrowing vision, I slide,
                       lost in abysmal darkness, struggle and fall,
                        once a soaring eagle, now prey in despair,
                       days play out, muddled in confusion and fear,
                       doomed in the silence I bear only in prayer,
                         to savor moments that slip into nowhere.




            March 18, 2024
            Old Form Poetry Contest/Rispetto Form
            Sponsored by: Emile Pinet
            rhyme scheme ABABCCDD
            syllable count checked on howmany syllables.com
            rhyme checked on rhymezone.com
	
            This poem is a tribute to my brother Dennis.

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Gary Radice May 3, 2024 at 12:51 AM Paulette, you have done your late brother proud with this Rispetto. The fragility of life is beautifully and poignantly captured within your words. Cheers - Gary Paulette Calasibetta May 29, 2024 at 4:25 PM Hi Gary, (sorry I am so late in replying) Thank you for your uplifting comments that reflect your understanding of "the fragility of life". Take Care, Paulette

The Situation April 26, 2024 at 10:48 AM A sad life it must be but this discribes it to a tee. The form has me curious but you put it together well. Paulette Calasibetta April 27, 2024 at 9:22 AM Thank you for stopping by to comment. Yes, this was a new form for me; it was a requirement of a contest that I thought was quite interesting. I had never written in Rispetto before so the challenge was a lot of fun and I was able to express the difficult end to my brothers life. Again, Thanks, Paulette

James Marshall Goff April 17, 2024 at 1:33 PM I think we all share these pendulum moments with those we love through good times and bad, sorrow and strength knowing God's Grace is with us, nice tribute Paulette! Mom's hanging in there holy cow! Paulette Calasibetta April 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM Hi Jim, thanks for stopping by with your thoughtful comments. Miss seeing you at our Cafe Night.....but glad Mom is "hanging in"....God Bless Her! Take Care my friend! Paulette

The Situation March 26, 2024 at 6:05 PM Very Very artful. I caught my poetic eye and did not disapoint. Can't say much about brother though. Paulette Calasibetta March 26, 2024 at 6:09 PM Thanks for stopping by to comment. I appreciate your comments. Paulette

Vijay Pandit March 22, 2024 at 12:00 PM Awesome, heartfelt tribute to your brother, Paulette. Your words tug the heart. Paulette Calasibetta March 26, 2024 at 6:08 PM Dear Vijay, thanks for stopping by, I appreciate your comment. Paulette

Christina Bowring March 22, 2024 at 10:31 AM Dear Paula, such a touching, poignant poem. You have captured the dark despair, anguish and loss so deeply here. It’s so raw, so heartfelt and so many will resonate with your poetic words. The last two lines are particularly profound. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and blessings to you xx Paulette Calasibetta March 22, 2024 at 11:07 AM Dear Christina, thank you for stopping by with such thoughtful comments on "Broken Wings". The things we experience in life speak volumes in our memories. Blessings, Paulette

Victor Buhagiar March 22, 2024 at 7:47 AM Death is so final but our memories remain. Great use of rhyme. May he rest in peace. Paulette Calasibetta March 22, 2024 at 7:50 AM Victor, thank you for stopping by to comment on "Broken Wings"....yes death is so final but the memories are to have and to hold. Blessings, Paulette

Tom Cunningham March 19, 2024 at 11:57 AM A moving tribute to your brother Paulette, I'm so sorry for your loss. Tom Paulette Calasibetta March 20, 2024 at 10:09 AM Tom, thank you for your comment and condolences. He was a special brother, and special man to everyone who knew him. Paulette

Daniel Henry Rodgers March 19, 2024 at 5:57 AM Dear Paulette, I really loved how you captured the ache of lost dreams and the struggle against encroaching darkness. Each line evokes emotion, echoing the journey from pride to despair, from clarity to confusion. I admire your words of resilience amidst adversity, clinging to hope even in the depths of despair. You poetically show it's the fragility of life and the strength found in vulnerability. Paulette this is a very raw and reflective piece. - Blessings, Daniel Paulette Calasibetta March 20, 2024 at 10:13 AM Daniel, thank you so much for your profound comments.....I am happy to know you experienced everything I was trying to convey....getting to the heart of the frailty of life. Blessings, Paulette

Michael Tor March 18, 2024 at 6:50 PM Paulette such a heartfelt piece you have written about your brother. I can not imagine what it was like for him and for you to go through what he went through with your family as well. I hope there was some type of resolve and mending in the end. I always wish for the best and the best outcome. This one as I read was a tough one. Hope you are well blessings to you and your brother... Paulette Calasibetta March 20, 2024 at 10:15 AM Michael, thank you for stopping by to comment. I tried to express the frailty of our lives, no matter how strong our character, we are not always in control. The outcome is my brother is resting in eternal peace. Thanks for your compassion. Paulette

Deb M March 18, 2024 at 2:54 PM So very moving and lovely Paula! Im sorry for your sadness in losing your brother Dennis! Debx Paulette Calasibetta March 18, 2024 at 4:40 PM Thank you for stopping by to comment. Dennis was a fighter til the end. It is very cathartic to be able to put into words his struggles. Paulette