Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen Poet Villanelle

Dwell Not Upon

Dwell not upon “when” with unpleasant thoughts.
For joy depends on one’s state of mind.
Delight yourself; live unbound by past blots.

Worry not about old fears and inkblots.  
Make choices; decide which daydreams can stay.  
Dwell not upon “when” with unpleasant thoughts.

Halt all musings rooted in sad onslaughts.  
And then, give your dreams to God’s love, trusting.  
Delight yourself; live unbound by past blots.

Cease mental thrashings; unwind hurtful knots.  
Laugh and sings songs; let your joyful heart swell.       
Dwell not upon “when” with unpleasant thoughts.

Think on happy days, songs, play, and teapots.
With wisdom seek sweet memories…feeling.
Delight yourself; live unbound by past blots.

Picture your moments as perfect snapshots. 
Select your reflections; reduce past pain.
Dwell not upon “when” with unpleasant thoughts.
Delight yourself; live unbound by past blots.

© Dane Smith-Johnsen
    July 1, 2010

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Carolyn Devonshire July 1, 2010 at 1:44 PM Sweetie, you should repeat this poem over and over again to yourself to relieve the angst. Super Souper villanelle and I wish you success in the contest. Love, Carolyn