Wendy Watson Poet Rhyme

Life's Riches

Such riches I have known beyond compare
Which neither gold nor sapphire could outshine; 
The scent of honeysuckle in the air
Or velvet touch of newborn skin on mine.

My senses have rejoiced at the array
Of tantalising tastes and sweet perfumes.
Each season bears its own unique display
And year on year God's providence resumes.

And oh what stunning sights and stirring sounds
Uplift the soul to transcendental heights.
A tapestry of richest hue abounds
In all of nature's manifold delights.




' Ilmo My Mom 06-24-29-08-04-09--90Th Heavenly Birthday--The Most Beautiful Sonnet Poetry Contest' : Sponsored by: William Kekaula 

Favourite Poem from June 2019 or July 2019 Poetry Contest - Julia Ward

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Beata Agustin August 15, 2019 at 8:34 PM Wow! Congrats... Indeed, the Lord be thanked for "riches... beyond compare..." He alone can give through His generous nature. Thanks for the inspiration. God bless you. Wendy Watson April 8, 2020 at 1:06 AM Amen, Beata, Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.

Georgia Kereopa August 14, 2019 at 3:35 AM Scent of honeysuckle and newborn baby just takes me there. Beautiful imagery. Wendy Watson April 8, 2020 at 1:05 AM Thank you Georgia. It's one of the senses which are least often referred to but can give so much pleasure.

Robertina B. August 7, 2019 at 6:28 AM An exquisite and inspirational sonnet, Wendy.. Really enjoyed! Have a blessed day.. Wendy Watson April 8, 2020 at 1:03 AM What a lovely comment, Robertina. Thanks for the encouragement.

Jan Allison July 10, 2019 at 1:18 PM a stunning sonnet Wendy I hope William loves this as much as I do - into my faves:-) hugs Jan xx Wendy Watson July 10, 2019 at 1:41 PM Thank you so much for such a positive remark,Jan. I'm not sure about the obligatory non-rhyme for the last couplet and wonder whether to adapt it to the first rhyme scheme which I prefer. I haven't entered it yet!