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How the Winds Abide

How far away the winds have blown So many of the loves I’ve known So many of the seasoned hearts That cradled me through stops and starts So far away the scattered leaves In thoughts upon a breast that heaves For love as I now reminisce So needed at a time like this When feeling loosened and untied As flowers, one by one, have died And gardens filled of what I know Feel likely not to ever grow Yet winds may blow to spread the seed Again to flourish all I need Once love begins, it will remain Another life then to regain And with me, I am not alone For love, that has to me, been shown Will always be here by my side No matter how the winds abide

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 10/16/2023 11:19:00 AM

A lovely/ beautiful write. I really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day writing away.......................

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/16/2023 12:33:00 PM

Thank you Paula xxoo

Panagiota Romios

Date: 10/16/2023 4:46:00 AM

What a beautifully written poem. I can relate to your thoughts with ease. A joy to read. . Pangie with hugs. Vv

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/16/2023 12:33:00 PM

Thank you Pangie xxoo

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 10/15/2023 8:34:00 AM

I loved your poem Mike as it is so true and it actually does happen 'For the love that has to me, been shown, will always be here by my side , no matter how the winds abide.' my husband and I were going out together for a year and we drifted apart, 25 years later he phoned me, both divorced from our previous husband/wife, 6 months later we got married, celebrating 23 years in December . Secretly he was always my darling, fate and the winds brought us back together. Hugs, blessings, Jennifer

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/15/2023 9:46:00 AM

Jennifer, that is such a wonderful story, congratulations!!! Loe wins, doesn't it! Thank you xxoo

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 10/13/2023 4:26:00 AM

a brilliant creation, Mike. The structure and rhyme scheme are wonderful with rhythm along with a heartfelt message. Love does abide. I believe love wins out every time despite the seasons. I just loved this...wanted to embrace your words and carry them with me in my heart today. Uplifting for sure...and a fave. Have a great day! Sara

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:49:00 AM

Thank you Sara, for such a lovely compliment!! Happy Friday!!

Ink Empress

Date: 10/13/2023 4:19:00 AM

Your way with rhymes is so impressive! And creates a very captivating cadence. I love the way you’ve written this and the depth of this, no matter how time fleets and seasons change, somethings keep us going strong, like love. Love is a strong force. Very artistic and well crafted poem this is! Fave for me

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:48:00 AM

Empress, your kind words are very much appreciated and I thank you so much, I am so happy that you liked it!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/13/2023 1:49:00 AM

Wonderful poem. When love dies it goes to someone else, like the seed. A great metaphor. Well done. Blessings.

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:01:00 AM

Thank you so much victor !!

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 10/12/2023 3:54:00 PM

Hello Mike Gentile, Oh such a wonderful poem. I like the last two verses. Happy Thursday. xxxxx-ooooo/ Darlene\/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/13/2023 11:18:00 AM

Hello Mike, oh, you are welcome. Happy Friday. xxxxx /Darlene\

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:00:00 AM

Thank you so much Darlene , Happy Friday xxoo

Jan Allison

Date: 10/12/2023 1:25:00 PM

the winds of change are blowing ,may the seeds of new love flourish Mike:-) hugs Jan xx

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:01:00 AM

Thanks Jan and a Happy Friday to you xxoo

Lin Lane

Date: 10/12/2023 1:17:00 PM

Mike, your poetry is always filled with lines worthy of being reread. There’s a push and pull quality in them that gives love and takes it away, but always with hope of knowing that what has been lost will be renewed. A titch of sadness yet the promise of happiness to come.

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 4:01:00 AM

Thank you Lin, you are quite observant and I appreciate your kind words xxoo

Tom Woody

Date: 10/12/2023 1:16:00 PM

Nice! A different take on winds of change, this one with a more romantic bent. Always good poetry from Mr. Gentile

Mike Gentile
Date: 10/13/2023 3:59:00 AM

Thank you Tom!!