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Labels and Light

They seek a label, something to define,
Then twists the truth and paints it all in shame.
It drags the soul beneath its harsh, cold flame,
And whispers lies to mar a spotless shine.

No kindness dwells where judgment takes its hold,
Where friends alone may pass without a scar.
Yet in this night, a quiet strength is bold—
A guarded peace that shines beyond the bar.

Though shadows fall and tear-streaked eyes remain,
And cruel words echo like a bitter sea,
The heart endures, defying all the pain,
Unseen, it guards its sacred honesty.

So walk away, unbroken by their lies,
For truth lives on beyond their harshest cries.

Copyright © Rowena Velasco | Year Posted 2025

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Terry Miller Date: 7/28/2025 2:39:00 AM I have a soft spot for a sonnet and this is so well crafted especially the final couplet Login to Reply Rowena Velasco Date: 7/28/2025 5:12:00 AM Same here—I’ve always had a soft spot for sonnets. That last couplet hit just right!

Mike Bayles Date: 7/27/2025 8:00:00 PM I like the ending stanza. I like the line, "And cruel words echo like a bitter sea. Login to Reply Rowena Velasco Date: 7/27/2025 8:12:00 PM I’m glad you like that line! It really paints a strong picture of how painful words can wash over us, almost like a relentless storm.

Joe Maverick Date: 7/26/2025 10:24:00 AM Very reflective Rowena, Labels fade in time i Find.. Or can be put on the wrong item..I see A similie with human reality in my observance.' Well done here.) Login to Reply Rowena Velasco Date: 7/26/2025 11:28:00 AM Thanks so much! Yeah, it’s true—labels don’t always stick, or they get slapped on the wrong things (or people). Glad you caught that connection—means a lot!

Ghairo Daniels Date: 7/26/2025 2:37:00 AM Beautiful, Sweet Earth Angel. Love the message. The emphasis on Heart & Honesty is so precious at this point in Earth’s history. Lovely simple rhyme is always good for this type of poem. Hav a blessed day/night, my friend. X. Login to Reply Rowena Velasco Date: 7/26/2025 2:40:00 AM Thank you so much.Yes—heart and honesty are needed more than ever now. Wishing you peace, light, and many blessings wherever you are.

Bill Baker Date: 7/25/2025 9:13:00 PM Touching and meaningful poetry, Rowena. Sonnets are my favorite, especially when they are well-written like this one. This poem resonates with my life experiences. Smiles ~ Blessings, my friend. Bill Login to Reply Rowena Velasco Date: 7/25/2025 9:15:00 PM Thank you so much, Bill. Sonnets truly have a timeless way of touching the heart. Smiles and blessings right back to you, my friend.