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Defying Lightning Bolts From Ancient Skies

[SIZE=5][B]Defying Lightning Bolts From Ancient Skies[/B][/SIZE] Walking in the past, down memory lane Seeking courage there, prove I am still sane Sharp sword of truth cutting through many lies Defying lightning bolts from ancient skies! On that journey, to find peace, in new hope Perhaps even falling down a rocky slope Aware that my mind has deceived my heart Seeking truth not deceptions, tis a new start. Once reaching those imagined shining fields I pluck forbidden fruits, to see what truth yields Sword raised high, to cut in so much deeper Found were black lies, gems of the grim reaper! Walking in the past, down memory lane Seeking courage there, prove I am still sane Sharp sword of truth cutting through many lies Defying lightning bolts from ancient skies! Robert J. Lindley, 2-25-2017 Rhyme

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John Michaels

Date: 3/11/2017 4:45:00 AM

Some great lines in there. A little sad, but the message comes through strongly. Nice write.

Emile Pinet

Date: 3/2/2017 10:26:00 AM

Well penned, the sad reality of your poem pierces the heart with every word. Emile.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/26/2017 6:11:00 PM

Introspection is a great tool to help us heal Robert. Often times we are the ones who tell ourselves lies. Coming to an understanding as we age helps us cope and grow. I can relate. I hope you get that new start you are searching for. 7 ; )

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 2/25/2017 4:47:00 PM

Great emotion in this one! Nicely done, Robert!

Lynn Marie

Date: 2/25/2017 11:18:00 AM

Wonderful writing Robert! The line "Walking in the past, down memory lane Seeking courage there, prove I am still sane" is sooo good! :-) Love the title too. It's quite the path we set out on, I am glad mine led to you and your poetry :-) many blessings, lynn

Charlie Smith

Date: 2/25/2017 10:58:00 AM

Can be a lonely journey but one we all take, on occasion. Well done Robert...

Arthur Vaso

Date: 2/25/2017 10:27:00 AM

Hi Robert, really enjoyed this piece, especially the lines "Walking in the past, down memory lane Seeking courage there, prove I am still sane"