Line Gauthier Poet Dramatic Verse

Fostering a Reign of Peace

How easy it is to get wrapped up
In our own little universe
The cocoon of the daily grind
Of going about our business
Trying to protect our turf
‘Cause we’re more fragile than we let on
We live in fear that aggressors surround us
Propelling us to not forget and not forgive

Yet when we step back and 
Focus on the meaning of our life
On the direction we want to take 
And the legacy we’ll leave behind
We do want to be kinder and 
Contribute to a better world
Not just for us but for mankind 

In the end we’ll face our Maker
Standing alone solely accountable
For our deeds and misdeeds
Responsible for our own journey
For how we cultivated our heart
And the goodwill we did impart

When tallied will we have done enough
Or will we be asking for forgiveness 
For barely meeting a passing grade
With this in mind and while it’s not too late
Let’s all take stock of what’s in our heart 
All start practicing forgiveness
And letting go of the past as we realize
To forgive is to set ourselves free



AP: 2nd place 2026, 3rd place 2025

Submitted on November 3, 2018 for contest SOMEONE FORGIVEN YOU: WHEN IS THE LAST TIME YOU'VE FORGIVEN DRAMATIC VERSE sponsored by JAMES EDWARD LEE SR  -  RANKED 4TH

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Gershon Wolf November 3, 2018 at 10:07 PM Yes!! The two most productive words in the English language --- "I'm sorry." As you put it, 'letting go' is the key. Nicely done, Line. ~ Gershon Line Gauthier November 4, 2018 at 8:27 AM Thank you for your most appreciated visit and comment, Gershon.

Timothy Mcguire November 3, 2018 at 10:02 PM Good advice for us all. I tell myself I am not perfect and will never be. We cannot begin to understand the depths of God's mercy so I do my best and trust God. Line Gauthier November 4, 2018 at 8:28 AM You've got it all figured out, Timothy. Thank you for your most appreciated visit and comment.

Bernard Chan November 3, 2018 at 3:52 PM Your first stanza really resonates with anyone who's spent any time in the workplace, and the rest is just uplifting. Very well-penned, Line, and a pleasure to read. Line Gauthier November 3, 2018 at 4:21 PM Thank you so much, Bernard. Most appreciated.