How Long

I've never kissed a pig with my eyes closed Nor have I ever held a hand of time However, there was once when I proposed But that was back when I was in my prime I still recall how much she loved to dance She'd laugh at me and make my face turn red She taught me all the secrets of romance That love was what one did, not what one said I search the shadows for her purple hue I take her mem'ry everywhere I go Its smile has it's own special shade of blue Its taste so sweet no one could ever know They tell me only time mends broken hearts I wonder just how long before it starts. by Daniel Turner

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Lindsay Laurie

Date: 8/14/2018 9:30:00 PM

G'day Daniel … a beaut sonnet no doubt as it is written in true sonnet style with the 'oh well' finale - pleasure to read - Lindsay

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/28/2018 1:21:00 AM

The longing can be felt, DT, well written:)

Bette Bavington

Date: 7/26/2018 5:45:00 PM

To be truthful it takes a while to get over a real true love. This was eloquently penned. Thank you for the visit to my site.

Gary Bateman

Date: 7/26/2018 11:18:00 AM

Hello Danny, I dropped by to read your latest sonnet here, and I'm very pleased that I did. I always find your turn of expression and the matter-of-fact-nature of how you portray your thoughts and emotions of the moment in your sonnets to be direct and compelling, tempered by an exceptional sensitivity for whatever topic or theme you are writing about. A tremendous sonnet here for sure!! The verses of each of the stanzas and the closing couplet are truly remarkable. Outstanding!! A FAVE!! Best, Gary (P.S. You should win this contest!!)

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 7/26/2018 12:56:00 AM

Lovely and exquisitely melancholy write, Daniel, and one that speaks to my heart ... I'm waiting for it, too, and after 35 years, I think I've paid enough dues, and would appreciate "fate" removing her from every dream. Many loves and laughs later, the longing continues ... unfettered. Awesome poem, friend, going to my favs. Blessings!

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/26/2018 10:08:00 AM

Thank you, Greg. I guess we are just a pair of old romantics. Real love never dies:) I appreciate your kind comments and your continued support my friend:)

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 7/23/2018 1:09:00 PM

Candid romance is always the best, Daniel. Much like this thoughtful peeling of the veil to the heart. An elegantly expressed poem, my dear friend. Love and joy always.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/25/2018 10:34:00 PM

Hello Freddie. I thank you, sir. How have you been? Busy, I'm guessing. It's always a pleasure my friend:)

Roy Pett

Date: 7/23/2018 5:14:00 AM

Absolutely brilliant Daniel, I didn’t know what to expect when reading the first line but then I was totally captivated, so talented, good luck in contest, a winner for me. :))

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/25/2018 10:31:00 PM

Thank you, Roy. They are fun to write, are they not? I appreciate your stopping by to read and comment. I always enjoy your friendly visits:) Be well my friend.

Lyric Man

Date: 7/21/2018 10:52:00 PM

Daniel, your well written love sonette rocks!!

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:07:00 PM

Thank you, LM. Hey do you think you could make it into a song? lol I appreciate your kind comments and your support my friend.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 7/21/2018 7:26:00 PM

Another FINE sonnet, Danny--a favorite! Janice

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:06:00 PM

Hello Janice. Thank you. Hope you are staying in out of this heat. The heat index was 120F here, the other day. The bright side is, that summer sun will sure make those watermelons sweeter:) Yummm!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 7/21/2018 6:37:00 PM

The enchantment of love stays with us through our life as our memories cradle us in the arms of that love. I adore this poem Daniel. : ) xxoo

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:03:00 PM

Thank you, Mrs Connie. Are you still having computer problems? Nice to see you:) Hoping you are well.

Eve Roper

Date: 7/21/2018 4:56:00 PM

Daniel, your sonnets always so well done with perfect imagery , syllable count and rhyme. A piece of love only you could have experienced. Good luck in the contest. Hugs Eve

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:01:00 PM

Thank you, Eve. You're always so kind and supportive. Hey did you get the bugs worked out yet? Hoping you are well.

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 7/21/2018 1:01:00 PM

Daniel, this is a winning Sonnet from the beginning of what was a special love to its sad end! It's so unfortunate when we fall in love with people who only stay for a season. Hopefully new lasting love will come along! This is certainly a most insightful piece. Good luck in the contest and I wish you love. Pandita

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:00:00 PM

Thank you Pandita. What a wonderful wish:)!

Emile Pinet

Date: 7/21/2018 12:08:00 PM

Your words of superb imagery gently take the reader to a private place in your heart and we feel welcome. I am captured by the images so skillfully developed by the author and the passion of the words move me.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 12:11:00 PM

Thank you for the friendly visit. Emile. Hoping you are well my friend. I learned something new today my friend. be well:)

Anisha Dutta

Date: 7/21/2018 12:07:00 PM

Sometimes wound is healed. Sometimes never. All the best.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 12:12:00 PM

Thank you, Anisha. Wonderful to see you again. Hoping you are well:)

Charlie Smith

Date: 7/21/2018 11:14:00 AM

maybe you need to stop clock watching and get off the porch, good one DT, best wishes in the contest...

Charlie Smith
Date: 7/21/2018 3:39:00 PM

Supposed to be 110 today. Glad I'm not a roofer...

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:25:00 AM

Thank you Charlie. Are you staying out of this heat. It is hotter than 10 by-gods here. 120 heat index yesterday. Whew!

Frederic Parker

Date: 7/21/2018 10:58:00 AM

you covered life with this one from laughter to tears...good luck in the contest

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:24:00 AM

Thank you, Frederic. He said he liked tragic endings. I hope this fits the bill! Wonderful to see you again old friend. Hoping you are well.

John Hamilton

Date: 7/21/2018 10:31:00 AM

Beautiful in it's sadness Danny, hope it does well in the contest, a winner in my estimation!

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:22:00 AM

Thank you, John. Not expecting too much. I just try to have fun when I write. Wonderful to see you. Everything going ok?

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 7/21/2018 10:20:00 AM

Oh, ouch. Well done! xomo

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:21:00 AM

Thanks Mo:) Nice to see you again, Hoping you are well.

Susan Ashley

Date: 7/21/2018 9:40:00 AM

Such beauty and heartache in your moving and emotional sonnet, Daniel. The loveliness of your stanzas sets up the sad dramatic impact of your closing couplet wonderfully. You paint the extremes very artistically my friend.. Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 11:21:00 AM

Hello Susan. Where have you been hiding? Thank you for the friendly visit and the support. So nice to see you:)

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 7/21/2018 8:04:00 AM

So nice to read you again. Your sonnet is touching and reads so true . Good Luck in the contest. SuZ

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 8:41:00 AM

Thank you, SuZ. Wonderful to see you again Is it hot in NC? Hoping you and yours are well. I appreciate your kindness and support:)

Tim Smith

Date: 7/21/2018 6:47:00 AM

You had me laughing then sadness overcame...I don't think it's the amount of time but more of the heart needs to love again...whether a person, place, or activity but still we will have those sullen moments.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 8:40:00 AM

Hello Tim. That was my intent, to go from one extreme to the other:) It's been a year since I buried my mom. It seems like yesterday:( I will never fill the void she left.Hope you are staying cool!

Arthur Vaso

Date: 7/21/2018 1:27:00 AM

I love a poem that uses humor then delves deep, even to places we sometimes wish not visit at times, This my friend is a very well written sonnet and a fav for me!.

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 8:37:00 AM

Thank you Arthur. So nice to see you. Hoping you are well. I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Arturo Michael

Date: 7/21/2018 1:25:00 AM

How could you ever forget sweet love ... Nice write Daniel ... All the best my friend

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/21/2018 8:36:00 AM

Thank you, Arturo. I appreciate your kindness:)

Becca Teagan

Date: 7/20/2018 11:53:00 PM

What a beautiful, bittersweet sonnet. Sadly, sometimes it takes a lot of time. Hugs

Daniel Turner
Date: 7/20/2018 11:58:00 PM

Thank you, Becca. So nice to see you, Are you enjoying this hot summer? Glad you dropped by. I appreciate your kindness:)