Beryl Edmonds Poet Rhyme

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In My Dreams

In my Dreams
I dreamed in my dreams that I could sing
That folk would find it worth listening 
I saw myself standing on a stage
Below bright spotlighting glistening.

With diamanté mike in my hand 
And fans all wildly, madly cheering
I was in splendour of happiness 
And hoping that the world was hearing.

Sadly when my song came to an end
I found a silence was descending 
I believed I’d receive loud applause
Truth was brutally condescending.

I asked the Lord above what went wrong
He said  that I wasn’t meant for singing
Tears slid down alike a mountain stream
And my poor tortured heart was stinging.

So I never sang a song again
But in my dreams I was still wishing
That I would be on the stage again 
But then, the wistful voice was missing.

Though I had always dreamt I could sing
Singing decidedly isn’t my thing.

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2nd June 2023

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Bj Legros Kelley June 13, 2023 at 1:24 PM This is such a precious deep poem of a dream that many have had. You have a beautiful voice Belle, look at the words you write. We hear a voice, a tone, and depth. Some people can sing with their voices, you sing with your heart and pen, a most beautiful gift <3 This is a precious poem, I love it so much :) <3 Beryl Edmonds June 14, 2023 at 2:27 AM Thank you BJ, I love what you said in your comments, “We hear a voice, a tone, and depth. Some people can sing with their voices” that’s a beautiful quote. Thank you for such a gracious review, I’m truly grateful… Belle

Sally Harris June 3, 2023 at 5:34 PM I absolutely love this. i enjoy reading poems. they are definitely an inspirtation to me . most importantly they actually encourage me to see the brighter side of things. .... always remember though, when you sing to our Father in Heaven, you are a star and he thinks we all song beautiful. i also agree with a comment that was said previously, by jan allison. you are truely blessed with the gift of writting. your forte as she said Sally Harris June 4, 2023 at 2:55 PM you are welcome. i see now, that i left one small important word out of my comment. ...... i enjoy reading YOUR poems. YOUR poems are an inspiration to me Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 7:35 PM Thank you Sally, the songs I love to sing are hymns as you can sing your heart out and it doesn’t matter how you sound to God above as he knows we sing to Him with love. I truly appreciate what you said about the gift of writing… Belle

Jan Allison June 3, 2023 at 1:26 PM So you discovered that singing may not be your forte Belle, but poetry definitely is!:-) hugs jan xx Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 2:51 PM Thank you for that Jan, yes the singing is a disappointment but the poetry brings lots or enjoyment, both reading and writing… Belle

Panagiota Romios June 3, 2023 at 12:36 PM Belle~ you poetess you. This is so greatly done, I hope you know that. In reality, I know the joy of holding the diamanté Mike. No, not as a singer but a comedienne. It moved me when people asked for my autograph. The joy of performing and being good at it is a true high.I performed in SF and Chicago. Thank God, obscene jokes were not allowed by my comedy mentors.nor insulting an audience And I will not pen obscene poetry either. Poetry is dull compared to performing. I miss it…Pangie Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 2:40 PM Wow Pangie, you were a comedienne, I’d have loved to have seen you on stage. I understand that you find poetry dull compared to performing but your poems are never dull they’re enlightening and inspiring… Belle

Victor Buhagiar June 3, 2023 at 2:16 AM Lovely poem. Once I formed part of a choir. Unfortunately, I became hoarse. I'm not even good to read at church. Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 12:00 PM Victor, I once joined a tuneless choir, they’re popular here, it was just up my street. I have read at church and though I was nervous at first I really enjoy it… Thank you, Belle

Deb M June 3, 2023 at 1:50 AM Hi Belle…..really enjoyed your dream poem!! My dream was also to be able to sing but alas!! So l understand Ha….Debx Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 1:55 AM Hi Deb, pity that our dreams didn’t come true, but even if our voices aren’t good enough for anyone else to hear just sing, sing a song… Belle

Yann Rolland June 2, 2023 at 11:45 PM sad and touching, story, sometimes we know some "delusions", i can refer to that too have a good week end Beryl Edmonds June 3, 2023 at 1:26 AM Thank you Yann, I once went to an Abba tribute and one of the singers came down into the audience and asked if anyone would like to sing one of the songs, I volunteered and had the best night ever, had people coming up and congratulating me, dancing with me in the aisles too, not bad for someone who can’t sing… Belle

Bill Baker June 2, 2023 at 2:46 PM It so sad we we find out that our gifts arn't always what we think they are. It broke my heart to feel your disappointment after singing, Belle. Your poetry is now your voice my friend. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill Beryl Edmonds June 2, 2023 at 2:52 PM Thank you Bill, yes I wish I could sing but what you said is a beautiful thing, that poetry is my voice, that makes my heart sing… Belle

Tom Cunningham June 2, 2023 at 1:50 PM What we lack in certain skills we excel in others. If its any consolation I sound like Lee Marvin in Paint your wagon lol. Enjoy your weekend Belle, hope the good weather lasts. Tom Beryl Edmonds June 2, 2023 at 2:12 PM Thank you Tom, I’m afraid I sound like nothing on earth but that doesn’t stop me singing for all I’m worth. Have a good weekend too, we’re promised a sunny day tomorrow… Belle

Sotto Poet June 2, 2023 at 12:46 PM This exquisite piece of poetry is a beautiful testament to the transformative power around us. Your vivid imagination and unbridled optimism bring to mind the iconic work, and it is heartening to see hopes and dreams realized in such a magnificent way. All the success and recognition you deserve in this contest. Beryl Edmonds June 2, 2023 at 12:53 PM Thank you so much Sotto for those words of encouragement. Truthfully I would love to sing, it would be a dream come true, my late sister sang beautifully, sadly I don’t… Belle