Notes About The Poem

If

Tomorrow

Doesn't

Come

If Tomorrow Doesn'T Come

If we had no tomorrow, 
We’d cherish more each day.
And from the past we’d borrow
the hope that fades away.

All the energy we’ve saved
for a lifetime filled with years
and the goals that we had craved
are now released with tears.

An introspective mood
reminds us where we’ve been.
And as our life’s reviewed,
catharsis can begin.

I prepare to feel the pain
that I caused friend and foe.
Understanding I will gain
from misdeeds long ago.

One final act – a plea
that my sins are forgiven,
and by a grand decree
God welcomes me in heaven.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Wolf Avatar
January 8, 2020 at 9:24 AM
Congrats on your podium finish, Carolyn, with this profound poem about tomorrows and no tomorrows. Live each day as if it were you last does not equal 'Splurge,' does t?! Beautifully written. Blessings, Gershon
Devonshire Avatar
January 8, 2020 at 3:50 PM
LOL When we "splurge," we pay the consequences.
Devonshire Avatar
January 8, 2020 at 3:25 PM
Thanks, Gershon. I never know what Brian will like, but enjoy the free reign he gives in his contests.
Barden Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 9:43 PM
Sincere congratulations for your win in Brian's contest, Carolyn - keep the ink flowing, my friend, and best wishes for a bountiful and healthy New Year. Blessings! :o) <3
Dietrich Avatar
September 12, 2019 at 6:11 PM
Your entry for Silent one was so insightful and thoughtful. I don't know your placement but I see you won and deservedly so. Congrats, my friend
Vangaveti Avatar
September 3, 2019 at 6:30 AM
Great write. Insightful.
Lamoureux Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:36 AM
I see from the other comments that this is a winner. I commend the judge on his excellent taste. Congrats!
Lamoureux Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:35 AM
You are indeed forgiven. This introspective piece is very moving Carolyn.
Sergi Avatar
August 25, 2019 at 4:52 PM
Hi Carolyn: This is a very introspective poem in that you hope God will let you live long enough to redeem yourself of all the prejudices and hate you conjured up in your life.
Devonshire Avatar
August 26, 2019 at 11:08 AM
Ralph, I believe we are placed on Earth to learn and grow. In the life review, we learn from our mistakes. Thanks for reading.
Pandit Avatar
August 25, 2019 at 3:08 PM
Back with congrats Carolyn, on your TOP win in Silent's contest.
Devonshire Avatar
August 26, 2019 at 11:11 AM
Smiles, Vijay. You took First place with your amazing entry. Mine was tied for second. Hugs for you...
Roper Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 10:30 PM
We would love our loved ones more than we usually would because tomorrow may never come. Congratulations on your win in the contest. Hugs Eve
Andresen Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 1:17 PM
- Who knows ... maybe you're right - Beautifully written, Carolyn :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Hamilton Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 1:17 PM
Beautiful thoughts Carolyn!
Scars Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 11:31 AM
sweet Carolyn, what a lovely poem I just read. Lovely rhythm and rhyme too...Congrats :)-luloo
Ibeh Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 7:44 AM
This is a phenomenal poem, Carolyn:-) Congratulations on a deserving, fine win!
Poteet Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 6:49 AM
Calming and confident interpretation of the prompt from our perception of "no tomorrow". Your fourth stanza is an enlightening, we can learn from mistakes even before we pass. Congrats on your placement.
Devonshire Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 10:39 AM
I think God puts us on Earth to learn and grow. In a life review, some say we feel every hurt we've given to another. That seems just. Thanks for reading!
One Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 4:13 AM
You are right, we would cherish the last days a lot more, but sometimes it is too late to do that.. we should always cherish everyday and not take life for granted.. lovely poem Carolyn.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Devonshire Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 10:34 AM
Thank you for my placement.
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 7:44 PM
Outstanding Carolyn! You're beautiful ending ties this poem with a Blue Ribbon! I loved it. I am sure Silent will too. xxoo
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 24, 2019 at 3:35 PM
I forgot to mention I faved this gem! xxoo
Green Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 10:52 AM
Love this. Beautiful flowing rhymes enhance the feeling that is poem expresses. I adored this Carolyn
Wolf Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 8:49 PM
This is quite the graceful and gracious exit, Carolyn, and an angelic entry for the contest. Warm wishes, Gershon
Michael Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 7:27 PM
A sweet surrender...in clarity of body and soul...I could feel you...
Andresen Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 6:28 PM
- Beautifully written, Carolyn - The sky gate will be open, I would think so ... but, it will be a busy day for God :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Devonshire Avatar
August 22, 2019 at 3:28 PM
If all of humanity perishes on the same day, just imagine the line at the gates of heaven. Thanks for reading, Sunshine!
Pandit Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 4:43 PM
Its been a while since I have seen your posting..were you away for some time, Carolyn? I agree with the sentiments so well expressed in your poem. Life is not the same without the past, present, and the future. Well written as always..my very best for a TOP win.
Devonshire Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 5:05 PM
Thanks, Vijay. I think your poem for this contest is better than mine.
Sands Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM
Beautiful. Nicely rhymed, smoothly written Carolyn :)
Devonshire Avatar
August 21, 2019 at 5:06 PM
Just look at that wonderful collaboration poem you wrote with Sandra Weiss. Two great writers team up to give us beautiful poetry. Hugs for both of you, Carolyn
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