Nette Onclaud Poet Acrostic

Enlightenment

Yesterday, snapshots of life framed the sky
All past timelines refilling mind’s pages; 
My chapters from youth’s byways lingered, when
Troubles of identity reached a sharp peak. They
Seemed to question a need to conform, but
So undaunted was I to be my own imprint.
Far the miles my feet wished for something else,
Away from usual paths in need of new quests.

Now, I listen to spirit enlightening my days 
It cradles a stillness borne out of reflection.
Looks like the rebel within has withered
As I embrace the beauty of today’s mellowing.
Though rough winds trigger anticipation
They're washed by night’s reckoning;
Here in a space of tenderness, I listen
To the rhythm of moon bouncing: paced twirls
Stay within my center with ease and compassion.

Oh snapshots drift as mere apparitions; 
I enter light’s arc blazing, while fluid instincts
Believe the past has forged a sense of rebirth.
In calm acceptance, my heart cherishes this wisdom;

Yesterday brought forth the deliverance of my soul.


Yesterday's Acrostic Contest
by nette onclaud

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Joyce Johnson February 8, 2014 at 12:25 PM Congratulations on a big win with a ig poem. Love, Joyce

Sara Kendrick February 8, 2014 at 8:01 AM Way to go with this exciting winning work..Congrats...Sara

Nancy Jones February 7, 2014 at 11:41 PM HA! The rebel within withered? I sincerely doubt that, just transforming into a different kinda power... peace, sistah, beauty write, namaste. ~N

Manny Paras February 7, 2014 at 11:50 AM A transformation through time so well delivered. Congratulations with standing ovation, Nette!

Aiyah Torres February 7, 2014 at 11:22 AM congratulations for a big win!!!! ...your poem is surely an "enlightenment" to our soul..Keep on shining, Nette!! *__* huggs..:*

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen February 7, 2014 at 6:32 AM Nice and spiritual. Congratulations on your win. I love the flow and the insight in your poem. It's nice to see you here. Big Smiles, Dane Ann

Kayod5 Kayode February 7, 2014 at 12:56 AM Congrats nette,no doubt, this deserves a leading place it wins.

Shadow Hamilton February 6, 2014 at 4:56 PM Nette dear you are unstoppable great write congrats on win hugs

Donna Jones February 6, 2014 at 1:51 PM Nette Nette Nette....ahhhhh....my troubles disappear when I read your poetry...congratulations on another win....:-) :-)

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl February 6, 2014 at 1:27 PM Congratullations nette xx

Roy Jerden February 6, 2014 at 12:24 PM Excellent poem Nette. It doesn't completely reflect the sense of regret embodied in the Beatles song, which is what I was looking for. I don't know if you want the song words to be hidden or not, but a left justification would make them stand out more than centering. Congratulations!

Robert Rogers February 5, 2014 at 4:10 PM Very nice N.O.; "Oh snapshots drift as mere apparitions;"...Wonderful association! Wonderful acrostic!//Sinclair

Andrea Dietrich February 3, 2014 at 7:38 PM this is sure to be at the top. I have seen a few really good ones already and this one is maybe even better!! awesome, Nette.

David Williams February 3, 2014 at 2:10 PM Nette, very cool write this, I like it...I have finally got around to posting my sonnet I did for Debbie's contest...David

Monterey Sirak February 3, 2014 at 8:18 AM I love the soft feel of this one you brought with the words; stillness, mellow, lingering...It gives the feel of looking at snapshots in black and white or sepia tones.

Mustapha Mohammed February 3, 2014 at 7:17 AM Oh how I missed perusing your work Nette. Fine imagery, gorgeous read.

Russell Sivey February 3, 2014 at 12:44 AM WOW!! I had my mouth open almost through the whole poem my friend! I am amazed at your talent within this tremendous write! I really enjoyed reading this masterful poem this evening! What a fantastic piece, Great Work!!

Debbie Guzzi February 2, 2014 at 3:52 PM This contest sure brought forth some fine verse. So nice to have a moment to read yours. Light & Love

Ashley Conte February 2, 2014 at 1:48 PM A transformational journey highlighted by resplendant metaphors.I feel the second wind of life " mellowing". I'm still incurable, hah! This is poem is outstanding!

Kayod5 Kayode February 2, 2014 at 1:02 PM Old things have gone and you are now the heiress of the kingdom. Thank God for your redemption nette. Great work as ever. Kayod5.

Christine Phillips February 2, 2014 at 12:17 PM "Now, I listen to spirit enlightening my days It cradles a stillness borne out of reflection. Looks like the rebel within has withered As I embrace the beauty of today’s mellowing". Enlightening indeed. A nice poem. I particularly like the above verse. It is very beautiful. Thank you for stopping by my page.