John Gondolf Poet Rhyme

Jagged

Jagged edges of this morning,
   clad in black skies dark adorning,
   issues now it’s subtle warning
   leaving living souls depressed.

Jagged are emotions teeming;
   deep within, our hearts are screaming;
   ‘pon our cheeks our tears are streaming 
   with our sadness now expressed.

Jagged are the headstones wearing 
   names of souls departed bearing 
   sadness in those here still caring,
   left behind with death’s bequest.

Jagged are my deepest feelings;
   deeper still my thoughts revealing;
   death now leaves emotions reeling 
      as we lay your soul to rest.


October 22, 2023

Elinore Catherine Gondolf
March 31, 1924 - September 23, 2023

Rest in peace, Mom.

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Silent One December 17, 2023 at 12:00 PM Great choice for the top 100 new poems John.. Sorry for your loss, to live to 99 is a wonderful achievement and I am sure you have so many beautiful memories with your mum. John Gondolf December 17, 2023 at 12:23 PM Thank you so much, Silent One, we truly were blessed to have my Mother around for so long, and true, I do have so many beautiful memories. John

Smita Kulkarni December 5, 2023 at 2:26 PM My heartfelt condolences to you John! You have described your feelings so powerfully! John Gondolf December 6, 2023 at 4:59 AM Thank you so much, Smita, I appreciate your thoughts.

The Situation November 16, 2023 at 1:17 PM Bam!!!! This is what I wait for. That piece that will be a part of history because It rings with me. It has a muse. It lets me know you care what people write about you. A fav. John Gondolf November 17, 2023 at 2:39 AM Thanks so much for your kind words and condolences. The Situation November 16, 2023 at 1:19 PM March 31, My brothers birthday condolences.

Gary Radice November 14, 2023 at 9:17 AM Your mum lives on forever, John, in this beautifully crafted poem that is as brilliant as it is poignant. Cheers - Gary John Gondolf November 14, 2023 at 9:20 AM Thank you for your kind words, Gary, I appreciate it. John

Margarita Lillico November 14, 2023 at 3:59 AM Oh John, sorry for your loss, your mom must have been so proud of you in life, proud in Heaven now. Reading again and again, feeling your sadness, feeling mom’s pride… John Gondolf November 14, 2023 at 7:05 AM Thank you so much for your kind words, Margarita, It means a lot to me. John

Anais Vionet November 10, 2023 at 8:15 AM This is wonderful John. John Gondolf November 10, 2023 at 5:02 PM Thank you, Anais.

Kelly Deschler November 9, 2023 at 10:41 AM Such a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to your Mom ... The rhythm and rhyme throughout this poem is superb. So well done, John :) John Gondolf November 9, 2023 at 11:36 AM Thank you, Kelly, I appreciate it.

Christina Bowring November 8, 2023 at 11:15 AM Gosh John my friend, what a truly beautiful, touching poem so incredibly expressed and exquisite. I’ve read it several times and each time it pulls on the heart strings. Your words are so heartfelt that it pulls the reader in. That last stanza, in particular, is incredibly moving and the last line really grabs you. Heartfelt sympathy to you for your immense loss and big hugs. John Gondolf November 8, 2023 at 12:05 PM Thank you so much, Christina, I truly appreciate your kind words and thoughts. It is so comforting in hard times to be surrounded by friends. Hugs, John

The Situation October 31, 2023 at 11:13 AM OMG This is what I want on my obituary. I never ever want to say I got something from a man that was sweet. But this is sweet and I love it. John Gondolf November 1, 2023 at 2:37 AM Thank you for the visit and sharing your thoughts, TS, I appreciate it. John

Constance La France October 27, 2023 at 8:01 AM John, so sorry for your loss, you penned a wonderful poem for you mom, and congratulations on your win in my contest, well done, Constance John Gondolf October 27, 2023 at 8:59 AM Thank you, Constance.

Brandy Nicole October 26, 2023 at 10:05 AM Congratulations John, on your placement in this contest. I'm so sorry for your loss. My best to you, my dear sweet friend. Hugs, Brandy John Gondolf October 27, 2023 at 6:12 AM Thank you, Brandy.

Silent One October 24, 2023 at 12:45 PM Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. John Gondolf October 25, 2023 at 4:37 PM Thanks, SO, I appreciate it.

Brandy Nicole October 22, 2023 at 7:21 PM Darkness surrounds the heart, when moments of sadness linger. Memories always remain, but that doesn't take away the pain. Your words caress softly around me and my heart. This is tender and emotional, all at the same time. My best to you, my dear friend. Hugs, Brandy John Gondolf October 23, 2023 at 2:34 AM Thank you my dear friend for always supporting me the way you do. I appreciate your kind thoughts in this moment of sadness. Hugs, John

Mark Hughes October 22, 2023 at 9:39 AM This speaks so well of the loss of special people in our lives, I can certainly relate! Very well done John! John Gondolf October 22, 2023 at 12:16 PM Thank you, Mark, I appreciate your thoughts and comments.