Daniel Turner Poet Italian Sonnet

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Character

Inside my heart I have unwritten codes
Those values I enforce by self demand
Unbreachable, my lines drawn in the sand
Their presence helps to navigate my load

With age my principles have not grown old
Though times may change, the heart's still in command
I'll walk a line to lend a friend a hand
My conscience keeps my boundaries patrolled

And even though I do my very best
I make mistakes, sometimes I cross a line
That does not mean I'll compromise the rest
It simply means that I am not Divine
There may be times when I'm falsely assessed 
But my self worth is rarely in decline


    by Daniel Turner

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Charlie Smith July 17, 2017 at 2:58 PM "You're a better man than I am Gunga Din". Daniel Turner July 17, 2017 at 3:08 PM Charlie, if I didn't know you better, I could take that in a very bad way. However, since I know you have a good heart, I'll just smile and say, I doubt it:)

Sunita U.D Palawon July 16, 2017 at 7:17 AM This is such an inspiring poem which applies to our new fast moving society where so many times values are discarded. keep it up friend! :)

Vivien Wade July 15, 2017 at 8:01 PM Enjoyed your sonnet. Having God fearing parents is a blessing The Bible says 'train up a child in the way that he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it'. We need parents to train, but their rights have been taken away in this crazy politically correct world. Daniel Turner July 15, 2017 at 8:10 PM My daddy taught me the hard way, there is a fine line between fear and respect. I had both for him. Thank you, Scarlett:)

Mark Hurlin Shelton July 15, 2017 at 8:00 PM Both Talent and Character make an unbeatable combination, well done Daniel, awell written impressive poem. Thanks. Daniel Turner July 15, 2017 at 8:07 PM Thank you, Mark. I am a raging river, cutting a path through time:) I appreciate your kindness.

Susan Ashley July 15, 2017 at 5:47 PM Hi Daniel, Your poem is beautifully written and a joy to read. Thank you Daniel Turner July 15, 2017 at 8:05 PM Thank you, Susan. I appreciate your time and your kindness:)

Darlene De Beaulieu July 13, 2017 at 6:22 PM I enjoyed your poetry. I like the way all the word follow each other. I hope you had a great day. Darlene De Beaulieu July 13, 2017 at 6:22 PM HUgs

Lisa Ricci July 13, 2017 at 8:15 AM Good Morning Daniel. I hope this day finds you well. Wonderful expression of strength and value. I enjoyed the positiveness. Well done entirely and completely. Have a wonderful morning.

Phyllis Babcock July 12, 2017 at 10:56 AM Good morals and conduct in life makes a great character. lovely poem. love phyl

Robert Lindley July 12, 2017 at 7:21 AM My friend,you nailed this one because of both your great character and your great poetic talent! A fav.....

Andrea Dietrich July 11, 2017 at 7:57 PM In answer to what you replied below, I hardly think so!!

John Hamilton July 11, 2017 at 5:05 PM Great sonnet Danny, I think it's great to analyze oneself from time to time, see what we're really made of,(other than clay of course) sometimes others can give us a closer estimation of ourselves, I think sometimes we are a little too kind to ourselves, but I have no doubt you are a man of character!

Maria Williams July 11, 2017 at 7:58 AM A Man of Integrity, morals and good principles. How can that not make a strong character Daniel? Yours Shines my friend...Maria

Paul Callus July 10, 2017 at 5:30 PM You are a man of character, Danny! I believe that when we are taught important values at a young age, they stay ingrained in us for life, even if sometimes we might err...but who is perfect, after all! Regards // paul Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:47 PM Thank you, Paul. Yes, I was blessed with two wonderful God fearing parents who put my feet upon the right path. i have strayed but the older I get, the closer i get back to that path.

Anisha Dutta July 10, 2017 at 11:37 AM i agree cent percent with you. I always respect to universal Moral values and follow the path of life on strict principle. Best Wishes Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:45 PM Thank you, Mrs Anisha. When I think of people with no principles, politicians come to mind:)

Ralph Sergi July 10, 2017 at 11:31 AM Beautiful sonnet, Daniel I have also walked that street before. Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:43 PM Thank you, Ralph. What I know of you, I figure you as a man of high moral fiber:)

Alfred Berggren July 10, 2017 at 9:10 AM I'm glad to meet a man who has principles.Good poem with a lot of character in it. Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:43 PM Thank you, Alfred. I'm glad you dropped by for a friendly visit:)

Joanna Daniel July 10, 2017 at 8:44 AM A beautiful sonnet that shows forth your strong character, DT:) Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:42 PM Thank you, JO:) I am humbled by your high opinion of me:)

Dan Cwiak July 10, 2017 at 8:32 AM Character is the one thing which makes us all different and the same at the same time. Our live's are character driven. Unfortunately, some of those among us drive it in the wrong direction because of certain influences in our life. It sounds to me like yours is well grounded and was built to last. Great work with both words and life. Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:41 PM Thank you, Dan. I think a lot of people are only concerned with themselves and how much they can attain (material things) in life. I appreciate your kind comments and your time:)

Supraja Kannan July 10, 2017 at 8:00 AM Great one Daniel... I loved it...What you said is so true...Self worth is important... Beautiful sonnet with a clever message...Thanks for sharing... Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:40 PM Thank you, Supraja. You never fail to leave behind your smile:)

Connie Marcum Wong July 10, 2017 at 3:07 AM Very admirable outlook in the way you see your character. We do the best we can but there are bound to be mistakes along the way, because we are all human! A wonderful message in this poem Daniel! : ) Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:39 PM Thank you, Mrs Connie. I am 100% certain you have great character:)

Frederic Parker July 9, 2017 at 10:26 PM Life lived well is a matter of character, it's a trait not many have now days, but those that do know when they see it in others... Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:38 PM I would agree with that observation and I see it in you, Frederic:) Thank you for the friendly visit and your insight.

Andrea Dietrich July 9, 2017 at 7:26 PM What a great way to do Italian sonnet, Danny. I feel this way myself. I sometimes go over my own lines but I love how you put it. "It simply means that I am not Divine" Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:37 PM Thank you, Andrea. You are most likely closer than me:)

Sara Kendrick July 9, 2017 at 4:30 PM It is good to hear that you are a man of principle..So many men and women today are not of that quality..We need more good men and women to occupy the earth..I like the quote above and I do believe that talents are gifts and that we can develop them or not if given the opportunity..Thanks for dropping by my work..Sara Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:36 PM Mrs Sara, I can honestly say it's a work in progress. I think the older I get, the more I am aware of my actions and realize for every action there is a reaction.

Eve Roper July 9, 2017 at 1:23 PM love the imagery, and the theme, age is not very forgiving.... you are still a good old boy :) Daniel. ~* Daniel Turner July 10, 2017 at 6:32 PM Thank you, Mrs Eve:) I appreciate the flowers.

Winged Warrior July 9, 2017 at 8:30 AM Your quite the Character Daniel lol...very self-reflective verse my friend...great write...^WW^ Daniel Turner July 9, 2017 at 10:02 AM Thank you, Wingman. Yes, I suppose one could say I am quite a character. I love to laugh and love to make people laugh. Life is too short not to have a few laughs:) lol

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