Robert Lindley Poet Rhyme

If

IF

If you can help others fulfill their dreams
 And your heart ever seeks far greater Light
If you hold true, evade life tempting schemes
 And with honor, you sleep in peace at night;
If better Life and true Love are your goals
 And every day you give your very best
If you reject dark lusts, their heavy tolls
 And try to give others their needed rest:

If your family, its love is your rock
 Your spirit will dance with dearest of hope
If you do not wither from life's hard knocks
 And you endeavor to expand mind's scope;
If kindness, is steady shield you embrace
 And in its warmth, your soul chooses to bask
If you find courage's truth, is no disgrace
 And ever seek to learn more when you ask:

If you embrace Nature, its awesome gifts
 Seek sanctuary in its sweet abode
If gentleness is your key that uplifts 
 And you reject evil you have been sold;
If in this life, you hold your head up high
 And wake each new morn with thankful delight
If heart's sincere love you do not deny
 You will find its blessings forever right!

If in times of sorrow you dare not fold
 And with brave heart face darkest of sorrows
If years flow, you find you are very old
 And you can face shortness of tomorrows;
If your past brings with it a certain pride
 And your memories hold that Life was sweet
If from Light's shining truths you do not hide
 Heaven's gate, your loved ones you will greet!
 
 10-23- 2018
SilentOne's, 'In response to IF....' contest

First place awarded....

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Anne-Lise Andresen November 26, 2018 at 12:35 AM - Congratulations on yours: "In response to IF ...." poems, Robert :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Charlie Smith November 25, 2018 at 11:23 AM As always well done Robert, congratulations, much deserved...

Silent One November 25, 2018 at 10:04 AM I agree with every word you say..Life is about having good morals and principles and it is easy if we all try... Great take on the contest Robert.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest..

Freddie Robinson Jr. November 2, 2018 at 2:59 PM Beautiful inspirational poetry, Sir Robert! Your gallant poetry shines beknighted always. If I had all the words to say ... Prismatic poetry aurora sparkles bright. Love and more love always.

Alexis Y. October 27, 2018 at 5:14 AM WoW, Robert, All can say is wow! Your respond to the contest theme is outstanding. Although I don't comment on your poetry often, your pen leaves me in awe. You met the challenge in spades. Good luck my poetic friend:-) Alexis

Jennifer Proxenos October 24, 2018 at 10:50 AM If, by Rudyard Kipling, oh sorry by Robert Lindlay - much of a muchness! Truly awesome, amazing - great write! Kindest regards, Jennifer.

Vladislav Raven October 24, 2018 at 10:18 AM Hi Robert, I wish you luck with these wonderful lines, in the contest Robert. As always, your words are always deep and thoughtful. I hope this one does well for you Robert. You always take us to poetic excellence with your work Robert. I always enjoy mt reads my friend. Have a wonderful Wednesday. your friend always....Mike. A winner.

Warren Doll October 24, 2018 at 8:14 AM Brilliant poem full of sage advise, Robert. I enjoyed it very much~Warren

Besma Riabi Dziri October 24, 2018 at 5:06 AM Wise, genuine and inspiring are your very words! If only Man could convert all those amazing and enlightening IFs! If only Man could walk on the path of such "shining truths" and find "heaven's gate", Humanity would be saved! Your whole gem is a treasure to behold and to save into my fave list.. The last stanza has most captivated my soul! Standing ovation Robert! A poetry of a master! Wisdom of a beautiful soul! My deepest regards. Be blessed always.

Lawrence Sharp October 23, 2018 at 11:40 PM Very nicely written, poetic as ever, Robert.

Quoth Theraven October 23, 2018 at 10:54 PM "If you embrace Nature, its awesome gifts Seek sanctuary in its sweet abode If gentleness is your key that uplifts And you reject evil you have been sold;" Robert, poetry flows out of you as easily as sand through the hourglass. Thank you. -Richard

White Wolf October 23, 2018 at 7:46 PM If only I could write like this, Robert!!! Beautiful, my friend. Best of luck to you

Heidi Sands October 23, 2018 at 6:01 PM Very well written poem, filled with wisdom :)

Vijay Pandit October 23, 2018 at 5:38 PM Enjoyed reading your poem Robert. You painted a portrait of high morals and uplifting sentiments. A journey through your words takes one to a special place of solace and divinity. Excellent write. You have won the contest already, my friend.