Hope In the Light

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Pastel by Terrilynn Dubreuil

What thoughts exist behind your sullen eyes? What hardships has your weathered self endured? Determination in your sad face dies within that haunting stare, past years ensured. Your piercing, cold expression tells the tale that happiness has left you long ago. Acceptance in your lot has made you frail from happenstances, only you can know. The shadow of your face in darkness hides, though part remains aglow in the full light; perhaps where dream for eagerness resides- safeguarding hope that future days delight. Wish on, old man- time is your only hope- remaining light grants you the will to cope. June 29, 2022 Contest: The Pastel Poetry Contest Sponsor: Craig Cornish (My poem was based on a pastel created by a very talented artist named Terrilynn Dubreuil who happens to be Greg Barden's sister. Check out her website @TravelingArtista.com)

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Terrilynn Dubreuil

Date: 7/16/2022 5:40:00 AM

Sandra, You've caught an insight to my painting so well. Thank you for creating a response and sharing it. This expresses so much: "Wish on, old man- time is your only hope- remaining light grants you the will to cope." ~Terrilynn, TravelingArtista

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/16/2022 12:58:00 PM

Terrilynn, thank you so much for your visit, and for your uplifting comments. As an artist myself, I so much appreciate your exceptional pastel that stirred deep emotions which I tried to put into words. I am honored that you accept my attempt as a good one! Thank you! Sandra

Carol Mitra

Date: 7/12/2022 11:26:00 PM

Beautiful lines dear Sandra Congrats on your win :)

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/16/2022 12:59:00 PM

Thank you, Carol! Your visit, lovely comment, and congrats are appreciated! Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/12/2022 6:11:00 PM

I will bet that Terrilynn loves each and every one of these fine entries. Especially your wonderful sonnet that structure limits your words to be so precise. This is a magnificent sonnet you can be very proud of Sandra. I know what a challenge sonnets are to write. Brava and Congratulations on your deserving win. Blessings xxoo

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/16/2022 1:12:00 PM

Thanks, again, dear Connie, for your much-appreciated visit, encouraging and uplifting comments, and congratulations, and the Fave! Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 7/12/2022 6:12:00 PM

I came back to Fave it. : )

Jenna Logan

Date: 6/19/2022 9:07:00 AM

I find your poetry as enthralling as ever, Sandra.

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/16/2022 1:14:00 PM

Thank you very much, Jenna! Much appreciated! Sandra