Eileen Manassian Poet Sonnet

For I Have Weathered Storms

I think of storms I've weathered, and I smile
for those who've sought to break my heart and gain
the pleasure of defaming me with guile
now know the truth: their efforts were in vain

the thunder of their words died down in time
as did the insults hurled against my form
the self same wind of strife cleared all the grime
and pain to peace was able to transform

I withered for a while, that much is true
the pain was deep enough to make me cry
Truth made me strong and helped me to renew
my broken wings on poetry to fly

those who condemn are gone, and I remain
the storms of life have helped my worth to gain

Eileen Manassian

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Paige Hind August 7, 2024 at 3:09 PM I'm glad to read it! <3

John Watt August 5, 2020 at 11:10 AM Eileen, I know this same inner strength you wrote about with regards to overcoming defamation and harassment will be needed in days to come as your nation recovers from the port explosion and other woeful crises. This is a fave for me, and one I return to when I myself am going through a storm. Keep trusting in God, my friend. Psalm 121 is there for your comfort and encouragement in the dark times. Hugs ~ John

Elaine George April 28, 2018 at 8:28 PM A MASTERPIECE! Sincerely, Elaine

Jan Allison November 17, 2017 at 12:58 PM Bravo Eileen such an inspirational poem and your inner strength shines though!!! I can relate to this so much and know we have both hit turbulent times on soup BUT we are still here my friend and we must let nobody pull us down:-) Adding to my faves, an outstanding sonnet:-) hugs jan xx

Craig Cornish October 28, 2017 at 3:51 PM I bow before this Eileen both in its perfection of English Sonnet form (and I mean perfect) but more because of its flawless message of strength because I truly feel that born in you. The only thing I argue is that those who condemn will never be gone but they will wither in your indifference. Hugs---I must fav this--my first since retuning.

Judith S October 25, 2017 at 8:56 AM This is a beautiful sonnet of inner strength! Really enjoyed reading it this morning.

Richard Lamoureux October 22, 2017 at 10:24 AM Well said, you are indeed triumphant, talented beautiful and insightful. You are our Warrior Princess.

Aqua Marine October 15, 2017 at 10:55 AM I relate so much to your words, upliftingly hontest, a real boost...third stanza my favourite! You are a Beautiful Soul, Eileen- I do so appreciate your openness- it is strengthening and positively inspiring...like an oasis in a desert....refreshing. (((Hugsxxx)))

Carole Duet October 12, 2017 at 10:04 PM Yes, the storms of life come and go but the lessons learned remain for our "gain". Great heartfelt poem. Stay strong. Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:13 AM Thank you, Carole, for stopping by. While there is life there s hope. Always something to learn. hugs

Richard D Seal October 12, 2017 at 5:35 PM Good to see another write of yours my little Desert Orchid, and like you it's a beauty. If I laughed at every storm I've been through I'd be known as the laughing policeman, ha ha ha, I can see you shaking your head lol. Take care, Richard Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:15 AM Just as naughty as ever, Mr Seal. I expect no less from you. Glad you can laugh your heart out. Thank you for the compliment. Desert Orchid is blushing. Hugs

Susan Ashley October 12, 2017 at 4:06 PM A beautiful and intimate testament Eileen to your inner strength and perseverance. Well written and poetically expressed with wonderful imagery,rhyme and flow. Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:16 AM Thanks ever so much, Susan. I have my battle scars. They just make my story all the more interesting. :) I appreciate the visit, dear.

Arthur Vaso October 12, 2017 at 2:58 PM Beautiful poetry, but from you it always is! Hugs!! Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:17 AM Thanks, Arthur. I'll be by to visit your lovely poetry soon! HUGS

Charlie Smith October 12, 2017 at 2:32 PM Storms pass, blue sky's follow, close your shutters, open your windows. Wonderful write Eileen... Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:18 AM What a lovely post, Charlie. Yes, good to enjoy the beauty that the after storm brings. Hugs

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart October 12, 2017 at 2:19 PM A moving piece with turbulent glory dear poetess xomo Eileen Manassian October 13, 2017 at 1:21 AM Thank you, Maureen. Turbulence makes the calm water that much sweeter. Hugs

Tim Smith October 12, 2017 at 1:39 PM Perseverance pays off....it's hard to block out the hurt from others but can be done... beautiful Eileen Eileen Manassian October 12, 2017 at 1:50 PM Thank you, Tim. It takes time....but it happens. I'm still standing. I'm still here. :)