Haste

Who walks into forever maudlin and seeking heights misplaced ?
What tortured memories, would mankind wish most undone, unsung?
When time's tide seeks to gather grace, with each painful thought displaced, 
Where fullness bursts, how happy will those emptied heart-holds be once wrung?
Why waste the gift of life seeking solace with such unbridled haste.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Robinson Jr. Avatar
August 22, 2017 at 11:52 AM
Very wise, philosophical musing, Debbie. Such existential depth of thought. Free thinkers kind of poem. Expressed extraordinarily well by your talented pen. Stellar poem. Love and joy.
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September 1, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Debbie, congrats;-) In Harry's fun fun... 5 w's contest. I think this was a fun contest.. Take care.. always~PD
Brown Avatar
August 30, 2012 at 7:55 AM
Congratulations on your win in Harry's "5W's" contest Debbie. Sorry to be late commenting. Love, Carol
Macfarlane Avatar
August 29, 2012 at 8:12 PM
Excellent write Debbie! Congrats on your win . Hugs
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
August 29, 2012 at 5:09 PM
A belated congrats on a wonderful and well deserved first place win, Debbie! Love and Blessings, Rhonda
M V Avatar
August 29, 2012 at 8:32 AM
Congratulations on your first place win,Debbie.Each line is beautiful.Hope your are well.Luv,Fabiyas
Dietrich Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 8:07 PM
Debs, I see why Harry chose this one. He is a very reflective guy and this poetry seems just like something I could see him writing too! Big congrats to you on your win. Luv, Andrea
Wesley Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 7:51 PM
Wonderfulentryinthecontest Debbie; Congratulations on a great win!
Puddifoot Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 5:21 PM
an impressive 1st place winning poem; a lot packed into five lines, alliteration and internal rhyme! euphonious and well written :-)
Arowolo Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 9:48 AM
Congratulations on your super win,Debbie.Amazing write.Great job,kudos to you.
Debole Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 3:54 AM
Debbie - Congratulations on your first place win with this deeply thoughtful poem! - Gail
Ryerson Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 7:59 PM
Oh my Deb...this is one of your best!...The words flow with ease...you keep gettin' better! - Tim
Ramage Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 2:46 PM
Really nice poem. Well done Debbie and congratulations on your win. Lee
Song Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 1:03 PM
A brilliant sicilian quintain that adds light to a much needed conversation...wisdom through out, Deb! Congrats on the grand prize in this contest...gwendolen
Liwayway Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 10:09 AM
CONGRATULATIONS DEBBIE..YOU DESERVE TO WIN!!! EXCELLENT COMPOSITION... HAVE A NICE DAY
Richards Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 9:03 AM
You took this simple concept, and of course, went above and beyond.....as you always do. Mastered it! Congrats!! (soup reply)..:)
Carrillo Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 8:39 AM
Congratulations Debbie on your win. This is a beautiful write. Thanks for sharing. Lucilla
Gasun Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 7:52 AM
So wonderful and uplifting!!! MY warmest congratulations, Debbie on your GRAND WINNING!!!! hugs, leonora
Sefunmi Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 7:50 AM
Congrats on your win!
Merryman Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 7:38 AM
Debbie, congrats on your 1st place win with this amazing write! Love, Kim
Fraser Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 7:16 AM
Many congratulations Debbie on your win in Harry's contest. And what a win with the 5 lined gem. Have a lovely Monday :) xx
Tams The Golden Girl Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 6:59 AM
Congratulations on a fine win Debbie xx
Long Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 5:42 AM
congrats on your win int he contest.. have a fabulous day.. cory
Hendricks Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 5:21 AM
For sure a well-deserved first placement on this enjoyable read. Well done, Debbie. :)
Grisetti Avatar
August 27, 2012 at 5:03 AM
Congratulations on a well turned out set of questions. Sometimes limits challenge us more than no limits.
Grisetti Avatar
August 28, 2012 at 7:49 PM
Knew this would be a winner.
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