Speaks Volumes Poet Quatrain

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                 Swap Quatrain  Posted 6th September 2023 

Follow Me

Yes Lord I will follow You, knowing it’s the right thing to do.
To the depths of my being, I know I will be true.
I learned to really love You, and then I felt brand new.
Knowing it’s the right thing to do, Yes Lord, I will follow You.

Temptation had led me astray, in the past I was forlorn.
Younger and selfishly rebellious, til our first child was born.
I have faithfully followed You, seeing her from that day.
In the past I was forlorn, temptation had led me astray.

I hear You calling Lord, telling me which path to take.
It isn’t always straight forward, easy to divert by mistake. 
I smile knowing I chose correctly when I hear You applaud.
Telling me which path to take, I hear You calling Lord.

Your love is within me, where evil thoughts could start.
I follow You, with all the love that’s in my heart.
You teach me kindness and forgiveness and sympathy. 
Where evil thoughts could start, Your love is within me. 

You lead me to peace, Yes I will follow you Lord,
You guide me to help others, never needing a reward.
You keep me humble, I know your guidance will not cease.   
Yes I will follow you Lord, You lead me to peace.

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Edward Ibeh September 25, 2023 at 7:16 PM SV, this is a superb poem. I loved it. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest! Speaks Volumes September 25, 2023 at 7:28 PM Edward, when a poet as notedly as wonderful as you and each of the other poets that have commented on this poem, come together to tell me I did OK, I feel on top of the world. This must be the best validation any one could have. Better even than your placement of 2nd place. Thank you so much. :)

Linda Alice Fowler September 24, 2023 at 7:05 AM Wow Svvie! Great form and content. Spiritual and uplifting! Congratulations! :) Speaks Volumes September 24, 2023 at 11:29 AM Thanks dear Laf. Glad you liked it. Best wishes always SV

Eve Roper September 21, 2023 at 10:39 AM "Dear, and inspiring of faith poem. Congratulations on your win! Blessing dear friend Speaks Volumes September 21, 2023 at 1:49 PM Thank you Eve, I am glad you liked it, Twas an easy one to write. I love the poems that just flow from your fingertips with ease. Best wishes to you from SV

Valsa George September 8, 2023 at 4:43 AM How close this poem is to my heart ! Though I am not like this, I wish so much to be like this. "I follow You, with all the love that’s in my heart. You teach me kindness and forgiveness and sympathy." Yes, He teaches us all these virtues. I am 'FAVing' this not because of poetic excellence, but to make me reminded of the need to follow the Lord!

Ink Empress September 7, 2023 at 6:43 AM This is such a sincere and heartfelt poem, expressing your innermost thoughts just effortlessly in a moving manner, and thats what i like in a poem, depth and truth, emotions, bled on paper, and you’ve done that here. Following faith and light as that is the right thing to so. You’ve delivered that so very profoundly. Loved it Speaks Volumes September 7, 2023 at 8:55 AM I am addicted to rhyme. I even think in rhyme sometimes when my thoughts are nothing to do with a poem.. its scary. Ink Empress September 7, 2023 at 8:37 AM Oh sweetness, arent you a kind heart. Awwn thank you so muchh!! You should get on instagram. :D also i will come up with a name for you soon i love giving nick names for my poetic friends and some do find that cringey but this is me. I love how you rhyme, personally i am not so good with rhymes cus i have to use my brain for that and i like using my heart n not brain when writing. So happy to be connected to you Speaks Volumes September 7, 2023 at 7:02 AM OK I decided I will call you Empress, it fits you. OK back to the poem, thank you so much for your kind words. I find the swap quatrain a natural form, that emphasizes important phrases most successfully, and I am so glad you like it. I read your bio. You have achieved remarkable tasks within the poetry internet media, and already proved yourself a gifted poet here on Soup, therefore any form of affirmation of one's poems is to be considered a huge compliment. I humbly acknowledge your praise Empress, it is really appreciated. SV

Anne-Lise Andresen September 6, 2023 at 3:35 AM - Man lets his mind spin around the wrong desire, and sooner or later he gives in to it...even Adam in Paradise, S.V. - A lovely poem :) - hugs Speaks Volumes September 6, 2023 at 4:15 AM One does as he likes only pleasing himself, until he decides to conform to God's guidance. Then all becomes clear, to follow God (or who or whatever is your higher power) You learn to love God as he loves you, and find life is more satisfying, and happier in every way. It happens at all stages of life. I guess I was lucky to have been a teenager. Sincere gratitude Anne-Lise for your unending support . You are a wonderful lady. Every best wish. SV

Joseph P. DiMino September 5, 2023 at 9:05 PM "Yes I will follow you Lord, You lead me to peace." -- Absolutely! The right choice. Speaks Volumes September 5, 2023 at 9:13 PM Thanks Joe. This one just seemed a natural. But I am sure there will be some exquisite poems for this contest. Thanks for your comment

Bill Baker September 5, 2023 at 8:45 PM A well-deserved FAV for this one, SV. beautiful message that all should hear. Thank you for sharing from your experiences in life through your mindful poetry, my friend. Have a blessed week! Bill Speaks Volumes September 5, 2023 at 9:15 PM awww thanks so much Bill. This was such an easy poem to write. A tad too simple I think for the Bards we have on Soup now. I do appreciate your kind words. Best wishes SV

Sotto Poet September 5, 2023 at 7:23 PM Dear, SV, your poem is simply exquisite. It captivates the senses with its vibrant imagery and evokes a profound answer. Your mastery of diction shines through every line, transporting us to a world where words come alive. The eloquent rhymes and seamless flow add an aura to the verses, from beginning to end. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, your poem carries a message, of the power of the almighty and the impact he has on our lives. It is a true masterpiece leaving a great impression on the soul. Speaks Volumes September 5, 2023 at 9:19 PM Plain and simple SP. No fancy stuff here, but to the point. it was one of those that my fingers typing couldn't keep up with my mind dictating. As if it were already written and I was just reading it. I like those poems where I don't have to think. I am sure that happens to you a lot.. BTW you have an Email. Every best wish .. Keep smiling .. from SV