Sun Hwang Poet Free verse

Freedom

Regrets strung across the rope of half a lifetime—
I hang upon it the rising ache of lingering sorrow.

The courage to gently cure an unready death
burns brighter than a freshly opened peony.

A quiet wind, bearing seasoned migratory birds,
waves farewell to sixty distant peaks.

It offers a cup brimming with the time to come,
and with a steady gaze, says: now, walk your own way.

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Unseeking Seeker December 19, 2025 at 11:55 PM Head and heart in harmony at last. Warmest congratulations on POTD, Sun Sun Hwang December 20, 2025 at 3:33 PM I appreciate your congratulations. I have somewhat achieved it, but I need to go further.

Brandy Nicole December 19, 2025 at 6:54 PM I think it's a good idea to wave farewell to half a lifetime of regrets. No need to hang on to them. Learn from them, instead. Congratulations Sun, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy Sun Hwang December 20, 2025 at 3:24 PM Thanks you. The farewell is still ongoing, and with each goodbye, I become freer. Merry Chrismas and happy new year, Brandy. -Sun-

Ghairo Daniels December 19, 2025 at 5:39 PM Back with congrats, Sun. Glad I found this gem before POTD did. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Xx. Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 5:44 PM I knew. Merry Christmas and happy new year.

Rob Carmack December 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM I like this style, congrats. Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 5:17 PM I like your style too. Thanks.

Beryl Edmonds December 19, 2025 at 10:22 AM Congratulations Sun on having received poem of the day, excellent poetry and an enjoyable read… Beryl Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM Thank you so much for your kind words, they mean a lot to me.

Daniel Henry Rodgers December 19, 2025 at 10:17 AM Hello Sun, Congrats my friend on getting POTD and touching lives. Holiday Blessings, Sun, Daniel Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:44 PM Your encouragement is a wonderful source of comfort.

Paula Goldsmith December 19, 2025 at 8:58 AM Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your powerful "Freedom" write. Great first line. Have a blessed day with your win......... Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM I really appreciate the positive energy you’ve sent my way.

Kim Rodrigues December 19, 2025 at 8:54 AM Great metaphors! Congrats on POTD! Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM Your encouragement truly brightened my day.

sara Etgen-Baker December 19, 2025 at 5:23 AM gently powerful poem! congrats on your POTD designation. Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM Your words make today feel warmer and more meaningful.

Karen Jones December 19, 2025 at 2:14 AM A beautiful poem written with gentle strength! Congratulations on your potd honor! Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:47 PM I’m deeply thankful for the kindness you’ve shared.

Ghairo Daniels December 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM Very powerful yet tender depiction of Freedom, Sun. This line is exquisite: “The courage to gently cure an unready death burns brighter than a freshly opened peony.” ~ I’m faving this poem. Sun Hwang December 19, 2025 at 2:49 PM Because you never hold back your encouragement and praise, you’ve made my day joyful.