Healing a Broken Heart

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The bleeding sunset lingers on her mind
as night approaches and the sky goes dark.
Her soul is restless; how it craves to find
some words of comfort which could leave their mark,

erasing heartache etched in grooves of tears
on ice-cold marble where lost dreams now dwell,
relief imploring from the grasp of fear,
the twilight shadows full of doubts dispel.

The wind is conscious of her thoughts distraught;  
it whispers softly, plays with her long hair,
diverts attention, brings her grief to naught...
A damsel’s heart fragmented he can’t bear.

Dense clouds are drifting and the moon slips by;
the joy of healing it will not deny.

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A Sonnet for John Hamilton's Contest.
Placed 2nd

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 3/1/2020 8:33:00 PM
I love this poem, Paul...so full of emotion and empathy. It's one of those rare gems I will remember...........
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Date: 3/2/2020 10:33:00 AM
Thank you so much, Carole; your lovely comments are truly appreciated. Enjoy the new week:) // paul
Date: 10/17/2019 2:25:00 AM
Paul, I love this poem! Nice rhythm and imagery.
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Date: 10/17/2019 3:44:00 PM
Thank you, Valerie. Hope you are keeping well. Regards // paul
Date: 12/19/2018 6:23:00 AM
I missed this the first time Paul, congrats on this well deserved placement.
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Date: 12/19/2018 1:45:00 PM
Thank you, John. Yours was also a very worthy winner! Regards // paul
Date: 12/18/2018 11:16:00 PM
You nailed it Paul!
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Date: 12/19/2018 4:07:00 AM
Thank you, Craig. Coming from you it means a lot! Have a nice day. ~ Regards // paul
Date: 12/18/2018 7:52:00 PM
Very beautiful, I agree with Mark, it is a form I wish to conquer one day! Its never as easy as it seems! Congrats!
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Date: 12/19/2018 4:08:00 AM
Pleased you found it to your liking, Arthur. It's a form which I also keep trying to perfect. Regards // paul
Date: 12/17/2018 4:45:00 PM
I love the way you created a woman who truly needed something to help pull her from sadness and then had the wind come to her rescue. Outstanding work, Paul. Congratulations on your win! Hugs, Carolyn
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Date: 12/18/2018 2:30:00 AM
Thank you for the lovely feedback and congrats, Carolyn. Some poems just write themselves! Hugs // paul
Date: 12/17/2018 11:59:00 AM
This sonnet is so lovely Paul. Big congratulations on your Second Placement! Happy holidays my friend! xxoo ; )
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Date: 12/17/2018 3:02:00 PM
Many thanks, Connie. Your compliments and congrats are truly appreciated. May you and your loved ones have a happy and blessed Christmas. // paul
Date: 12/17/2018 11:50:00 AM
You were quite right to enter this poem Paul, this is probably my fave from you, although everything you write is brilliant! There is no doubt in my mind this is a top sonnet. This contest was SO hard to judge, any of these top ten could win ANY contest, congrats!
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Date: 12/17/2018 2:47:00 PM
Thank you for the high placement and complimentary comments, John! Supporting your contest was a pleasure. Regards // paul
Date: 11/13/2018 12:45:00 PM
Hi Paul, I'm certain these words have brought solace to many soup readers. It took me back to when i lost my first born at 5 days old, but then the wonder and birth of my son a year and a half later. Warm regards, Jennifer.
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Date: 11/14/2018 1:18:00 PM
I understand your feelings at the loss of your child, Jennifer, and being the first makes it even harder. Fortunately time heals, and the birth of another one, though never a replacement, goes a long way towards bringing renewed joy. ~ Warm regards // paul
Date: 10/27/2018 5:21:00 AM
Giving a solitary standing ovation in appreciation of this magnificent sonnet my dear friend!! A true and deep pleasure to find and read this golden creation.. A fav, your depths in writing awe..
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Date: 10/27/2018 5:26:00 AM
Thank you for coming back to read this poem, Robert. Double visits are always doubly appreciated, my friend. Regards // paul
Date: 10/20/2018 3:28:00 PM
Hi Paul, a wonderful sonnet from your pen my friend. I love the content and the emotions that flow through the piece. An excellent sonnet with such powerful imagery. I love the way you have crafted this emotional piece. Has to be a fave. Have a wonderful weekend. Your friend always....Mike.
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Date: 10/12/2018 12:33:00 PM
The title caught my eye, for my heart is broken right now for the loss of my little companion dog. I was looking for comfort and found much beauty in your lines.
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Date: 10/13/2018 8:39:00 AM
I am so sorry for your loss, Sunlite:( I know how it feels...been in that situation many times! I am glad that these lines somewhat eased the pain. Thank you for a lovely visit. Regards // paul
Date: 9/24/2018 3:30:00 PM
This is very well done. A marvelous sonnet. Enjoyable reading in true Shakespearean style.
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Date: 9/25/2018 1:41:00 AM
Thank you, Sian, for your marvelous comments...truly cherished. Best regards // paul
Date: 9/23/2018 9:51:00 AM
Lovely dear....I love sonnets. The ending was the best part. I'm afraid I haven't been able to write much lately. Blessings.
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Date: 9/23/2018 1:23:00 PM
How lovely to see you back, dear Eileen! I too have not written much lately; like you time has been mostly taken up with hosting. From time to time it is good for our muse to take a rest; it will then come back with renewed zest. Hugs // paul
Date: 9/20/2018 9:47:00 AM
Yet again I am late to find a gem my great friend! This sonnet is wondrously deep, image filled and so beautifully crafted . Definitely a fav for me my dear friend!
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Date: 9/23/2018 5:02:00 AM
Thank you for your generosity, Robert. Being late is not a sin my friend:) I know how hard it is to keep up with all the Soup activity...I am guilty of that, too! Best regards // paul
Date: 9/18/2018 5:46:00 PM
Hello Paul, yes the wind will heal her heart.Have a nice evening my friend.
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Date: 9/23/2018 5:20:00 AM
Thank you for your reassuring words, Darlene. Hope you're enjoying the weekend. Regards // paul
Date: 9/18/2018 8:07:00 AM
A beautifully poem of deep emotion that upsets and comforts simultaneously, at least for me. Your poem is comment-blessed with acknowledgement riches and your poem deserves such. A joy to read such jeweled poetry. All the best ... CayCay
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Date: 9/23/2018 5:24:00 AM
You are kind and generous, CayCay:) Thank you for the complimentary remarks. Warm regards // paul
Date: 9/13/2018 1:29:00 AM
Excellent sonnet and beautifully crafted. Congrats on your win my friend. Thanks for sharing it.
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Date: 9/15/2018 11:59:00 AM
Many thanks, Ravi. Your complimentary remarks and congrats are appreciated. Regards // paul
Date: 9/10/2018 11:51:00 AM
Such a lovely sonnet,Paul... Congratulations on your placement. I enjoyed it...
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Date: 9/10/2018 4:37:00 PM
I am so pleased that you found it to your liking, Supraja...thank you! Regards // paul
Date: 9/8/2018 5:22:00 PM
Lovely, Paul. Congrats on your fine win.
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Date: 9/10/2018 4:44:00 PM
Thank you, Line. Take care...regards // paul
Date: 9/8/2018 3:00:00 PM
Congrats!!! on your win my friend...excellent sonnet, Paul...love & light...^WW^
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Date: 9/6/2018 7:45:00 AM
such a deep & thoughtful sonnet here, my friend - beautifully written, as ever. I hope all is good there in Malta!
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Date: 9/18/2018 11:15:00 AM
Thank you for the lovely comments, Jack. Malta is hot, but luckily the sea is near and thus easily available. I try not to miss my daily swim. Regards // paul
Date: 9/5/2018 1:05:00 AM
That was beautiful . I especially enjoyed the imagery :)
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Date: 9/18/2018 11:04:00 AM
Thank you, Maxie. Pleased to make your acquaintance. Regards // paul
Date: 9/3/2018 4:51:00 PM
Beautiful poem Paul, I am happy I can learn so much from amazing writers here! peace and love xoxoxo
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Date: 9/3/2018 5:17:00 PM
You are too kind, Aurore...thank you for stopping by with such lovely comments. Peace & Love to you, too, my friend. // paul
Date: 9/3/2018 2:48:00 PM
just wonderful; your poem lights the winning screen, paul... sweet congrats!
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Paul Callus
Date: 9/3/2018 5:15:00 PM
Many thanks, Nette:) Your comments and congrats light up my day! Hugs // paul
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