Elaine George Poet Sonnet

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I Was Adored Once Too

Again she sees those vibrant sleeves of green
And hears those gentle whispers and soft sighs
Alone beneath a willow lost in dreams
An old woman reflects through misty eyes

To see her now so deeply scarred by time
A beauty once now buried in the folds 
Upon that road of passion left behind
The bitter price she paid for growing old 

The park where they first met is much the same
Where those two hearts she sees again entwined
Engraved upon the stone that bears his name
Upon her soul forever in her mind

A barren stone awaits her by his side 
Beneath those gentle whispers and soft sighs

                              
Author:  Elaine Cecelia George, of Canada

Author's note:

The title is from a quote of Shakespear which
inspired this sonnet.

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Robert Lindley September 11, 2020 at 4:00 AM Thank you my friend, this gives me a great idea of what to write about today. God bless... Elaine George September 15, 2020 at 5:05 AM I am glad I inspired you, dear Robert. ~ Elaine

Robert Lindley September 11, 2020 at 3:43 AM This reminds me again that we must face aging and loss as apart of life and not rebel against it in fierce thought and deed. Truly a sad but lovely presentation of one grieving for a deceased spouse and remembering youth, its glory, its beauty--its loves..A fav.. God bless. Elaine George September 15, 2020 at 5:05 AM Thank you so much, dear Robert. ~ Elaine

Pace Ink-U-Script June 10, 2014 at 11:47 AM Truely incredible...I really enjoyed reading this poem of yours..What a delight!

Robin Davis June 9, 2014 at 11:35 PM Elaine This is a hauntingly passionate write that is filled with love and caring. Thank you for the fun comment on my Her Dream Boy poem.

Susan Gwynne-Galfe June 5, 2014 at 11:21 AM Wow, I so could feel the old woman's heavy heart missing her love, missing the years gone by but at the same time accepting the fact that one is old now and next in line. I work with the elderly, seen emotions they go through accepting age, illness or the death of a spouse. It is heartbreaking sometimes. But I always say that we all get our turn, it is part of life. No exceptions. Thank you for sharing such intimate thoughts. Beautiful writing~ Elaine George February 9, 2016 at 2:33 PM So sorry for not replying until now, Susan. Many thanks for your kind comments. Elaine

Robert Lindley May 31, 2014 at 11:11 AM A majestic poem that gives a good insight into the glory of true love!! Bravo on this write and Congrats on the win!!!!!!!!! Elaine George June 1, 2014 at 8:57 PM Thank you so much for your kind comments, Robert. Lainie

Nette Onclaud May 22, 2014 at 1:27 AM heart wrenching and remarkable in tone, elaine.. special kudos to you for a top award.. huggs

Aiyah Torres May 21, 2014 at 3:23 PM Congratulations on your awesome win, Elaine.. :)) very well crafted... ^_^

Skat A May 21, 2014 at 9:45 AM Wonderful win Elaine, ----SKAT

Connie Marcum Wong May 17, 2014 at 12:34 AM A wonderful win for a wonderful poem Elaine. It is poets like you who keep sonnets popular in this day and age. Congratulations! Elaine George May 17, 2014 at 1:19 AM Thank you Connie, for your very kind comments. Lainie

Kelly Deschler May 16, 2014 at 11:42 PM These words are quite haunting, yet so beautiful. Love truly is forever.... This is an excellent poem, Lainie! Congratulations on your well deserved win!

Lori Lucas Mcclure May 16, 2014 at 7:18 AM WOnderful! Congratulations on your win! Lori

A.E. Rivenbark May 16, 2014 at 12:20 AM Goodness this is so masterfully done. Many congrats to you! Elaine George May 16, 2014 at 1:04 AM Thank you for your kind comment, A,E, Lainie

Andrea Dietrich May 15, 2014 at 8:45 PM I kind of skipped around seeing this winners' list, but seeing yours, I can REALLy see how it got in the top. You know I loved this one the first time. BIG congrats to you. Elaine George May 15, 2014 at 8:54 PM Thanks, Andrea. Lainie

Roy Jerden May 15, 2014 at 5:20 PM Beautiful sonnet. Reminds me of visiting my grandma's grave with my grandpa, who had his place set. BTW, I think, based on the context, that you might have meant scarred instead of scared? Congratulations! Elaine George May 15, 2014 at 5:33 PM Thank you for your kind comments, Roy and for pointing out the typo. I am amazed that I even placed taking all into consideration. bfn Lainie

Richard Palmer May 14, 2014 at 3:25 PM wow,you were truly inspired,wonder,wonderful write Elaine Elaine George May 14, 2014 at 3:32 PM Thank you for your kind comments, Richard. Lainie

Poet Destroyer A May 14, 2014 at 11:03 AM Elaine, We have all felt this before, one way or another.... When we least expect it, the music will play again. Good write. Enjoyed the beauty and feeling... deep...Linda

Justin Bordner May 14, 2014 at 1:07 AM If a man loves your soul, you grow old. J.A.B. Elaine George May 14, 2014 at 5:43 AM Yes!!! Thank you for your comment, Justin. Lainie

Andrea Dietrich May 13, 2014 at 7:41 PM WOWOWOW. One of the best I've seen in this contest. You know what? That was one of the quotes I too had thought of using. I narrowed it down to five quotes and finally settled on "sunshine after rain."

David Williams May 13, 2014 at 4:51 PM Elaine very well done I like it...David

Sara Kendrick May 13, 2014 at 4:42 PM Enjoyed reading this very expressive and emotive work that sprang from a quote of Shakespear's ..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara

Pandita Sietesantos May 13, 2014 at 10:21 AM This bitter-sweet, melancholy piece beautifully reflects effects that the passage of time can have on one's life. Well done!