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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

Date: 8/7/2024 3:09:00 PM

I'm glad to read it! <3

John Watt

Date: 8/5/2020 11:10:00 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

Date: 4/28/2018 8:28:00 PM

A MASTERPIECE! Sincerely, Elaine

Jan Allison

Date: 11/17/2017 12:58:00 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

Date: 10/28/2017 3:51:00 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

Date: 10/25/2017 8:56:00 AM

This is a beautiful sonnet of inner strength! Really enjoyed reading it this morning.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 10/22/2017 10:24:00 AM

Well said, you are indeed triumphant, talented beautiful and insightful. You are our Warrior Princess.

Aqua Marine

Date: 10/15/2017 10:55:00 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

Date: 10/12/2017 10:04:00 PM

Yes, the storms of life come and go but the lessons learned remain for our "gain". Great heartfelt poem. Stay strong.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 10/13/2017 1:13:00 AM

Thank you, Carole, for stopping by. While there is life there s hope. Always something to learn. hugs

Richard D Seal

Date: 10/12/2017 5:35:00 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
Date: 10/13/2017 1:15:00 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

Date: 10/12/2017 4:06:00 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
Date: 10/13/2017 1:16:00 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.