Joseph May Poet Rhyme

Grains of Sand

As we sift through the grains of sand
   Falling from the hourglass,
 Like time, it slips through our hands
   As through its eternal realm we pass

 Time measures our joy, our sorrow
   And knows when the bells of fate do chime,
 When it does, we can neither beg nor borrow
   To turn back the hands of time

 If only we could go back to that year
   To change events which took loved ones in their prime
 The 'what ifs' dissolve into tears,
   If only we could turn back the hands of time

 Many summers have come and gone
 Since last we saw them smile,
 But who can hold back the dawn
 Or banish the morning dew in exile

 10-7-19
 If Only We Could Turn Back the Hands of Time Contest
 Sponsor: Silent One

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Lindsay Laurie December 2, 2019 at 4:49 PM Hello Joseph ... we all reach many crossroads in our life, and in hindsight, we know that at times we took the wrong road. So much truth in your poem Joseph - Lindsay Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:56 PM Thank you Lindsay

Hello There October 16, 2019 at 1:34 AM Love this, Joseph, especially the last two lines ~ though I have tried... Congratulations on your placement in the contest! Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:56 PM Thank you HT

Robert Lindley October 15, 2019 at 9:47 AM My friend a pleasure to read this superbly crafted, exceptionally smooth, fine rhyming and well-flowing piece. Especially loved the two closing verses! Congratulations on your win in this contest. Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:55 PM Thank you Robert

Regina Mcintosh October 15, 2019 at 2:55 AM Congrats to you and blessings, Love, Gina Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:55 PM Thank you

Vijay Pandit October 14, 2019 at 2:31 PM Back with congrats Joseph, on your well deserved win. Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:55 PM Thank you Vijay

Silent One October 14, 2019 at 12:25 PM time measures our joy, our sorrow.... great line.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:54 PM Thank you Silent

Harry Horsman October 11, 2019 at 10:03 AM Wonderful poetry, love the theme, the rhyme and flow. Joseph May December 2, 2019 at 9:54 PM Thank you Harry

Mystic Rose Rose October 10, 2019 at 3:31 PM Unfortunately we cannot turn back the hands of time, thank God for the memories that push us forward every day into a promised land, enjoyed your poem dear Joseph, hope all is well, sending you a big hug. Joseph May October 10, 2019 at 11:01 PM So true Vie, Sending you a big hug right back :)

Jennifer Proxenos October 8, 2019 at 12:44 PM Hi Joseph, another lovely poem, know we cant' turn back the hands of time, but I believe we can try and not have regrets - however, we all feel remorse at times and wish we could have said we are sorry. However, happy moments are locked into our memory and we can rewind anytime - an absolute fav. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Joseph May October 10, 2019 at 10:59 PM Thank you Jennifer and thanks for making it a fave..hugs and blessings

Brandy Nicole October 7, 2019 at 8:53 PM Perhaps it's best that we can't turn back the hands of time. Sometimes changing things, isn't the right thing to do. Just my simple thinking. This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. ~ Brandy Joseph May October 8, 2019 at 7:04 AM Thank you Brandy

Regina Mcintosh October 7, 2019 at 8:33 PM This is a beauty. I love it and wish you big wins... I love the rhymes, too. Love and prayers for you, Gina Joseph May October 8, 2019 at 7:03 AM Thank you Regina..

Vijay Pandit October 7, 2019 at 4:41 PM Great rhymes Joseph..lovely tone and flow ..the ending lines are superb..a winner for sure. Joseph May October 7, 2019 at 7:28 PM Thank you Vijay..

Caren Krutsinger October 7, 2019 at 1:39 PM "If only we could go back to that year To change events which took loved ones in their prime" - if we could, yes if we could, oh, if we could! Joseph May October 7, 2019 at 1:44 PM Aah yes, if only we could, Thank you for your comments Caren..