Daniel Turner Poet Sonnet

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This is my first attempt at a Miltonic Sonnet. The rhyme scheme is abba abba cdcdcd.

Here In My Heart

These days you're with me, everywhere I go
I know you're there, although you never speak
Just yesterday we waded Dogwood Creek
It picked me up when I was feeling low

Last night, out on the porch we swung real slow
Your being there enhanced the night's mystique
You fell asleep, I kissed you on the cheek
It was so soft you didn't even know

Today, we'll go to some exotic place
Some island where we've never been before
Escaping far away from this rat race
Just you and me on some secluded shore

Although I've never met you face to face
You're here inside my heart forevermore



   by Daniel Turner

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Sharon Gulley July 7, 2017 at 9:39 AM Just a beautiful and romantic write Daniel. I love it. : ) A fav for me. Daniel Turner July 7, 2017 at 9:58 AM Thank you, Sharon. Where would like to go today?:)

Dan Cwiak June 29, 2017 at 8:00 AM Wonderfully written, Dan. I can see myself on that swing. Daniel Turner June 29, 2017 at 8:04 AM Thank you, Dan. That old swing is a goldmine of inspiration. Most of my poems were found there:)

Akkina Downing June 23, 2017 at 7:42 PM Soooooo romantic.... simply beautiful! Daniel Turner June 26, 2017 at 9:01 AM Yes you are. I mean Thank you, Kina:)

Arthur Vaso June 21, 2017 at 10:42 PM very sweet Daniel :) cheers Daniel Turner June 26, 2017 at 9:01 AM Thank you, Arthur:)

Kay Roberts June 21, 2017 at 10:01 AM Simply beautiful and romantic too. Thank you or sharing this one with us. :) Daniel Turner June 21, 2017 at 1:18 PM Thank you, Mrs Kay. I'm glad you liked it:) Hope you're feeling better:)

Connie Marcum Wong June 20, 2017 at 7:40 AM I love, love, love this beautiful sonnet Daniel! It sings to my heart! A Fave my dear friend! : ) Mahalo Nui Loa Daniel Turner June 20, 2017 at 7:53 AM I'm so glad you like it Mrs Connie. Words can not express my appreciation, love and respect. You are a very special lady:) Thank you, my dear.

Supraja Kannan June 20, 2017 at 2:01 AM Oh.... This is so beautiful...lovely flow and perfect meter... Beautifully done Daniel... Loved it completely... Thanks for sharing ... Daniel Turner June 20, 2017 at 7:50 AM Thank you Supraja. I appreciate your visits and your supportive comments. I hope you are staying out of trouble, young lady:)

Eve Roper June 19, 2017 at 9:16 PM Awe, what a nice nostalgia tenderness, Daniel, I love it.... ~* Daniel Turner June 20, 2017 at 7:49 AM Thank you, Mrs Eve:) You are so sweet.

Andrea Dietrich June 19, 2017 at 6:07 PM wow, Danny, best sonnet I think I have read in a while!! This is just how I like a sonnet, good meter, rhyme and beautiful message. a FAVE Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 6:19 PM Thank you, Andrea. Did you know there are over 20 forms of sonnets? I have been doing some reading and have still got several more to go:) I love to laugh!

Nette Onclaud June 19, 2017 at 2:08 PM lovely portrayal of a soul's yearning so wonderfully crafted, daniel... bring it on!..huggs Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:37 PM Thank you, nette. Have you ever tried this form? It is new to me. Hoping you are well:)

DM Babbit June 19, 2017 at 1:41 PM Beautifully done. Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:36 PM Thank you, DM. I look forward to reading one from you:)

Ralph Sergi June 19, 2017 at 1:35 PM Beautiful sonnet , Daniel. iT REALLY FLOWED! Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:36 PM Thank you, Ralph. How are you today. I hope you are staying cool:)

Janice Canerdy June 19, 2017 at 1:03 PM Another great poem, Daniel--so filled with longing! Janice Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:35 PM Thank you, Mrs Janice. I'm glad you liked it:) Trying to learn a new form.

Freddie Robinson Jr. June 19, 2017 at 11:34 AM Very lovely and creative sonnet, Daniel. I might give this form a try. Yours however, was masterfully penned. Depth of heart is showcased in this auspicious write. Grand romantic poetry, my friend. Love and joy always. Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:34 PM Thank you, Freddie. I appreciate your kindness. I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day:)

Eileen Manassian June 19, 2017 at 11:33 AM Awwwwwww....nothing like romance to woo the heart, dear. Lovely Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 2:33 PM Thank you, Eileen. Really great to see you back:)

Tim Smith June 19, 2017 at 11:07 AM Really good DT...I haven't done a sonnet in awhile... maybe it's time. Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 11:21 AM Thanks Tim. Yeah, it's time:) I hope you had a wonderful Father's Day.

Chris Green June 19, 2017 at 8:16 AM This was gorgeous my friend, the flow is smooth and the overall feel of this poem is wonderful. This one will touch many hearts. Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 8:26 AM Thank you, Chris. I love writing sonnets. I was doing some reading and thought I'd give it a try. Supposedly they were all the rage in the 1700's:)

Elizabeth Kinch June 19, 2017 at 8:07 AM Inspiring,, I've never tried any type of sonnet yet. This is lovely Daniel. Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 8:24 AM Thank you, Elizabeth. You should try one. If you need help, I'll be right here:)

Heidi Sands June 19, 2017 at 6:03 AM Very well done with this new form you are trying! I hadn't heard of it. I can identify with this poem so well with how you wrote it Daniel :) Very nice ! Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 8:23 AM Thank you, Heidi. I have been reading about the types of sonnets and thought I'd give it a go. A fine example of an old dog learning a new trick:)

White Wolf June 19, 2017 at 1:41 AM I haven't seen this style of sonnet before! I like it! And you have done an excellent job too, Daniel! Nicely done Daniel Turner June 19, 2017 at 8:22 AM Thank you, WW. Just thought I'd give it a try. I will try again soon. I appreciate your kindness.