Get Ready

Should you ask did I prepare
I believe I did, I’d say;
follow, and I’ll see you there.

I’ve had a life, have an heir,
left no debts for him to pay;
should you ask. Did I prepare?

I have booked my favored chair;
it will be a cabaret!
Follow, and I’ll see you there.

I’ve said a gentle prayer;
looked inside, and it’s ok;
should you ask, did I prepare?

Though it seems it’s hard to bear,
they’ll be a time when you may
follow, and I’ll see you there.

Do not worry dear; I e’er
thought about it every day,
should you ask, did I prepare?
Follow and I’ll see you there.

deathpeacevillanelle

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Sam Kauffman

December 22, 2023 at 12:08 PM

So tender, Terry. The structure of the villanelle really emphasizes the ritual of thought and preparation - being aware and alert. Nicely done! Best wishes to you for a win! Happy Christmas. Blessings of joy to you

Terry Miller

January 5, 2024 at 9:35 AM

Thank you Sam, and a Happy New Year to you and yours

Lin Lane

December 17, 2023 at 5:41 AM

You did a fantastic job in writing this villanelle, Terry.

Terry Miller

January 5, 2024 at 9:35 AM

Thank you Lin

Sotto Poet

December 16, 2023 at 5:25 AM

Beautiful imagery, Terry, your spirit flows in your words in this Villanelle. Thank you for your comment on my page. May you have a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year my friend.

Terry Miller

January 5, 2024 at 9:36 AM

Thank you so much for your kind words, a Happy New Year to you!