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In Winds of Sorrow

Steadfast are winds that begin as a gentle breeze, 
ruffling waves as they rise over Earth's seven seas.
As quickly as zephyrs blow crested waves ashore,
time and circumstances alter our lives much more.

What was once a newly budded flower in Spring,
will oft' find itself plucked like a broken heart string.
Fragile blooms wither, their petals fall to the ground
but new buds will return and in beauty abound.

Lightning blinds us with mistakes we made in the past.
Thunder roars and clouds darken, but storms never last.
Though we may be blown off course in winds of sorrow,
the sun will rise at the dawn of each tomorrow.

Take hope in knowing that all bad things come to pass
and you will find that it is faith that fills your glass
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Salehi Avatar
October 25, 2017 at 5:00 AM
Ms. Lane, I'm glad that I found you again. Although, you call this story as a sonnet; to a Persian, this is Masnavi. Rumi's teaching... The wind is a metaphor that all of us starts as a gentle breeze, but we might end up as a never ending storm.The only thing we need is Hope that tomorrow will bring us a new dawn and more love....
Hamilton Avatar
October 24, 2017 at 12:16 AM
Loved this sonnet Lin, you do this form so well you should do more, I like the 12 syllables better than 10, seems like a more complete and expressive sonnet. Well done as always thanks for honoring us with your inimitable style!
Lane Avatar
October 24, 2017 at 8:53 AM
I feel honored by your encouraging comments, John, and am sincerely grateful that you think so highly of my poetry.
Kendrick Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 1:01 PM
Very creative work..I enjoyed new metaphors in the lines...Thanks for the visits to my page..Sara
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:15 PM
Thanks very much, Sara.
Daniel Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 11:42 AM
You amaze me as always, Lin, and inspire me too with your mindblowing poems, a fave:)
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:14 PM
You are such an encouragement to me, Jo, and for that I'm truly grateful.
Lindley Avatar
October 22, 2017 at 1:22 PM
A VERY INSPIRING AND EXCEPTIONAL SONNET MY FRIEND! Great title and wisdom passed on to us in every verse. A fav....
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:14 PM
Thanks for the kindness of your comments, Robert.
Warrior Avatar
October 22, 2017 at 11:37 AM
May the winds of sorrow bring winds of happiness...well penned my friend...best wishes...^WW^
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:13 PM
Thanks very much, WW.
Parker Avatar
October 18, 2017 at 9:30 AM
A reminder of something we all need at the moment, dear poet
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:13 PM
We certainly do. Thank you, Frederic.
Sivey Avatar
October 18, 2017 at 5:21 AM
This is what I love the most, using nature to convey your point, I do this all the time! And you have done so quite masterfully my friend, what an exquisite poem written with precision for what you wanted to say! May the winds be just a cool breeze of Autumn for you Lin! To excite your senses and to bring your heart with a joy expressed! What a fabulous piece, Great Work!!
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:13 PM
Thank you, Russell.
Smith Avatar
October 17, 2017 at 5:09 PM
Love your use of nature to convey your message Lin
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:12 PM
Thanks an awful lot, Tim.
Allison Avatar
October 17, 2017 at 1:53 PM
I love the uplifting ending Lin-) hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:12 PM
Thank you so very much, Jan.
Smith Avatar
October 17, 2017 at 1:44 PM
Never loose that faith Lin, well done...
Lane Avatar
October 23, 2017 at 2:12 PM
That's something I'll always hold within my heart. Thanks, Charlie.
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