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Hand That Rocks the Cradle

when darkness falls shadows serenade upon moonlit walls and my eyes close as i bid farewell to day sweet dreams cannot come when hand from grave rocks you back through life's storms i was bound to the hand that rocked the cradle my ship in stormy seas slapped on the face yet not by waves but tasted saltwater just the same chilled to bare bone then swept away by wind of warmth apologies? an aftermath of storms an unexpected pause until the next red tide bore my name chained fast to this diligent life i longed to break free from this anchor that weighed me down i swam against the tide yet i was rocked knocked back through life though tides have since parted and seas are more calm the taste of saltwater still lingers its bitterness in my mouth my mind in bondage cries out in pain as hand from grave rocks the cradle again

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Ann Foster

Date: 12/19/2019 8:44:00 PM

God give you peace... beyond measure, and wings of solid gold to reach stars no others could dare touch. A lovely write my friend, emotion and imagery sadly... perfect... to clear, and too close... Hugs. Ann

Juliet Ligon

Date: 12/19/2019 4:38:00 PM

Congratulations on your featured poem!

Sandra Adams
Date: 12/19/2019 8:04:00 PM

Thank you so much...i often wonder how they decide what poem of a poets to feature on the home page... hugs

Chris Green

Date: 12/19/2019 12:22:00 PM

Wow, that was dark and powerful. Such a deeply felt piece of writing my sweet friend. Those angry seas have a way of lingering in our minds, even when the waves are calm. Really nicely done. I need to venture back into your past poems a bit more I think.

Sandra Adams
Date: 12/19/2019 8:03:00 PM

i wrote some powerful pieces back then too...i have a few softer toned ones but we all know my muse loves emotions and sorrow... thank you Chris :) hugs

Krish Radhakrishna

Date: 12/19/2019 6:10:00 AM

Beautiful piece of poetry! Great work Sandra!!

Sandra Adams
Date: 12/19/2019 11:37:00 AM

Thank you so much Krish :) hugs

Caycay Jennings

Date: 9/13/2019 2:39:00 PM

This is incredible writing and though I know what you are 'chained' to, I also know it could fit almost anyone as we are all falsely chained to something(s) that grab us when young. The emotions are so poetically honed that I felt pleading voice each line, almost desperately. I know each time we write, we gain some therapy, but some themes take a long, long time and lots of poetry therapy, huh? Love, CayCay

Sandra Adams
Date: 9/13/2019 6:57:00 PM

i think this was around the turning point when i started writing them out....i have anorexic type poems and all...most my pain has been written out and buried yet my muse still likes to draw on emotions...sometimes i swear they are not my own because i don't feel sad when i write yet will write a very lonely sad piece if that makes any sense ? hugs

David Fisher

Date: 11/7/2013 8:53:00 PM

I enjoy the smooth flow of words that gently describe such depth. I felt chilled visualizing hand from grave...wonderful description.

Robin Davis

Date: 10/26/2013 9:56:00 PM

Sandra This is a chilling and gripping write about life and trying to stay afloat. We all try not to get weighed down by what ilife brings, but sometimes it's just too much. Nice job Thanks for the congrats on my Soldier win. I appreciate it very much

Charlotte Puddifoot

Date: 10/21/2013 6:26:00 PM

this is really atmospheric, deep and intense...you have a really unique writing style...I enjoyed this one a lot

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/22/2013 10:09:00 AM

thank you Charlotte :) hugs

John Posey

Date: 10/17/2013 11:32:00 AM

To bring such verses from troubled waters takes real talent. You seem to be able to identify and meet life's challenges. Great work..... as usual..... Jake

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/22/2013 10:09:00 AM

thank you so much Jake :)

Poet Tacito

Date: 10/14/2013 10:29:00 AM

Such chilling & ominous emotions! Damn. This had my eyes gripped!

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/14/2013 11:43:00 AM

thank you Drake, coming from an awesome poet such as you made me smile....hugs :)

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 10/14/2013 8:23:00 AM

wow Sandra this is one powerful write so expressive and and well written a journey through life on troubled seas love, love it Shadow x smile

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/14/2013 9:50:00 AM

thank you so much Shadow...i hope your monday is wonderful :)

Ken Carroll

Date: 10/13/2013 7:26:00 PM

Hi Sandra, A most poignant write from you..Thanks for your visit to my verse.. Ken

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/14/2013 9:49:00 AM

thank you so much Ken :) have a good monday!

Karen Anglesey

Date: 10/13/2013 4:20:00 PM

I am absolutely spellbound by this work of art. I read through it several times trying to decide which lines would be favorites. I had to choose all of them. :) Into my faves :)

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/13/2013 4:44:00 PM

thank you Karen...hope you have a great sunday, always great to see you :) hugs

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/13/2013 9:34:00 AM

-Sandra, this is really a deep and very well written poem ...... it describes to me the strength and fear - Have a nice autumn Sunday. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)

Sandra Adams
Date: 10/13/2013 9:41:00 AM

thank you so much my friend....hope you enjoy your sunday as well :) hugs