Sam Kauffman Poet Sonnet

Crumpled Wings That Fly

Crumpled Wings That Fly

I hold close your crumpled wings,
Trebling fear that traps your flight
Quivering in the grip of songless things
Night crushing pinions swallowing delight.

Your caged heart beats wildly next to mine
Wrapped in brokenness - numb to soft caresses
Dazed in listless trances - faint lassitude entwines
With suspended starlight longing to refresh.

Nestle your broken parts in this healing downy nest
Fold your wings in layers of respite sleep
Swaddled here - swathed in love's sweet arrest
Stir to stretch for your new blessings keep.

With arms wide, released to the new sky,
Expand diamond studded wings to fly.

5-13-21
Contest: Embrace and Release

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Suzanne Delaney June 4, 2021 at 5:16 PM Thanks so much, Sam. What a lovely welcome back. I am doing fine and hope the same for you. Best, SuZ

Suzanne Delaney June 4, 2021 at 9:28 AM What a healing transformation love brings. Congratulation Sam, on a wonderful Sonnet. Best, SuZ Sam Kauffman June 4, 2021 at 9:37 AM Hi SuZ! So wonderful to hear from you! Nice to have you back in the "soup.!" Thank you so much for your message of congratulations and your lovely note! Agreed! Love does transform in the most amazing, and delightful, ways! Hope you are well! All the best.

Christuraj Alex May 18, 2021 at 5:01 AM Congratulations! Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 11:07 AM Thank you Christuraj. Congratulations on your winning placement.

Jennifer Proxenos May 16, 2021 at 10:55 AM Sam what a beathaking 3 poems in a row, which all needed my heartiest congratulations, that is absolutely amazing, one better than the next! Hugs and blessings my friend, Jennifer. Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 11:17 AM Hi Jennifer. Thank you just doesn't seem to convey my gratitude and thankfulness for your wonderful words of congratulations and gracious feedback! I Think I must have put all of my love and affection for two close friends who are suffering severe health problems into this sonnet. So grateful to you! Blessings and a hug dear friend!

Malabika Ray Choudhury May 15, 2021 at 5:19 PM Congratulations on your win, Sam. You always amaze me with your mastery of sonnet, and the powerful words. Love and hugs, My Friend ~ Mala Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 11:11 AM Thank you so much dear friend. As writing sonnets is a pretty new experience, your words have given this heart wings and so much encouragement! Have found I really enjoy this poetic form which encourages brevity of words using words with impact. So grateful for your feedback. It means so much to me. Hugs and blessing to you Mala.

Heidi Sands May 15, 2021 at 4:36 PM I just found this outstanding beauty ! Congratulations for your win :) Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 11:06 AM Thank you so much Heidi! It is so hard to stand by and watch friends go through such pain both physically and emotionally. I wanted them to feel the arms of compassion, and prayer, as they get ready to fly again! Hope you are well. Blessings to you.

Andrea Dietrich May 15, 2021 at 4:20 PM I see this got a win and I'm so happy for you, sam. WAY TO GO. this is a gem. Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 11:02 AM Thanks so much my friend! I was so pleased with its placement. It was written for two dear friends who are experiencing serious health issues. I know you understand what they are going through physically and emotionally. The writing of this sonnet was a powerful and very visceral experience. Hope you are doing well. Blessings!

Paula Goldsmith May 14, 2021 at 2:13 PM Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. Have a blessed day/weekend............ Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 10:56 AM Thank you so much Paula. Blessings of wings for you today my friend! :D

Mystic Rose Rose May 14, 2021 at 11:13 AM " Your caged heart beats wildly next to mine" ever so hard to release such a beauty isn't it, but freedom comes first if love is to burst forth, fly birdie fly. :) congrats Sam. Sam Kauffman May 18, 2021 at 10:55 AM Agreed Rose. It has been my experience if I hold onto the things that I love, they wither. But, like children, if they are given wings they soar then return! "Fly birdie fly." Thank you for your congrats and wonderful message! Here's to the blessings of wings! :D

Christuraj Alex May 13, 2021 at 10:21 PM Congratulations! Sam Kauffman May 14, 2021 at 9:43 AM Thank you!

Unseeking Seeker May 13, 2021 at 10:03 PM Thank you so much for participating and sharing your inspirational poem, congrats on your placement, Sam! ‘swathed in love’s sweet arrest’ Sam Kauffman May 14, 2021 at 9:47 AM This was a wonderful theme to ponder Seeker - a seeker's wonderland of amazements to gather and embrace. Thank you for the opportunity to participate and your generous placement! I got so involved in the pondering, I almost missed the contest! Blessings to you!