Charlie Smith Poet Sonnet

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Life's Second Chance

Of chances lost and memories I've wept
     As misty silhouettes dance from heart to mind
     When once before no oath was kept
     This grief I've felt cannot stay blind

     Yet once again my hope gains strength
     This gift from you must share its due
     I pray to give new light true length
     With blessed intent to start anew

     Life's scars hold not their own recourse
     Alone, I dare not dress these wounds
     You've put an end to all discourse
     No more healing balm is to be found

     To have such peace again to share
     Please walk with me as I dream to dare


     When Love Reckons A Second Time Contest
     Sponsored By Nayda Ivette Negron
     08/25/2016

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Francis J Grasso October 9, 2016 at 7:11 AM I love this sonnet, Charlie. I especially love the last two lines. Beautiful poem. ...Fran

Robert Lindley October 2, 2016 at 11:01 PM Another excellent sonnet my friend. Adding this gem to my fav list. A PLEASURE TO READ YOUR CREATIONS TONIGHT.

Phillip Garcia September 14, 2016 at 5:46 AM I love the sonnet, naturally, as it's brilliantly composed - but I'm curious about the picture. I'm sure it's just me being ignorant but could you share what the correlation is? Phillip Garcia September 15, 2016 at 1:40 PM Ah! Thank you for that. As I expected the explanation did make me feel dumb. I've only seen that movie about 500 times so don't know why I couldn't figure that out. Thanks Charlie! Charlie Smith September 14, 2016 at 7:26 AM It's from the movie "It's A Wonderful Life" starring Jimmy Stewart as George Baily. It's a Christmas classic about how life would be different without them and second chances... Thanks Phillip

Richard Lamoureux September 13, 2016 at 9:05 AM In some cases second chances are beautiful like this poem. Charlie Smith September 14, 2016 at 7:27 AM Thanks again Richard...

Tom Arnone September 6, 2016 at 8:33 PM Best line, "I pray to give new light true length" Really like that, Charlie. :-) Charlie Smith September 6, 2016 at 9:40 PM Thanks Tom...

Maurice Rigoler September 3, 2016 at 3:29 PM An optimistic sonnet! Second chances at life always produce determined results, be they physical or spiritual. Many thanks for the kind stop by. Yes, I am a wine lover but in moderation. In fact, I'm enjoying a red wine at the moment. Best to you in your writing endeavors. / M Charlie Smith September 6, 2016 at 9:39 PM Thanks for the visit Maurice...

Wendy Rycroft September 2, 2016 at 1:52 AM Great well-done x Congrats x Charlie Smith September 6, 2016 at 9:39 PM Thank you Wendy

Paul Callus September 1, 2016 at 4:05 PM A lovely sonnet built on strength of character and hope. Congrats on your fine win, Charlie. Regards // paul Charlie Smith September 1, 2016 at 4:08 PM Thank you Paul...

Jiril Clemons August 31, 2016 at 7:55 PM Amazing Sonnet, Charlie. The feeling of reasons to live, love, and rejoice again are deeply expressed in this poetic piece. Enjoyable overall. Check out some of my poems, might find some you like. Peace. Charlie Smith August 31, 2016 at 9:00 PM Thanks Jiril, I will...

Sandra Haight August 31, 2016 at 4:54 PM A beautiful Sonnet, Charlie, and very heartfelt. Congratulations on your placement in the contest. Sandra Charlie Smith August 31, 2016 at 7:40 PM Thank you Sandra...

Agnes Krampe August 31, 2016 at 4:05 PM Congrats, Charlie. I especially love the last two lines. Charlie Smith August 31, 2016 at 7:33 PM Thank you Agnes...

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores August 31, 2016 at 2:13 PM Congratulations Charlie on the placement of the contest. Charlie Smith August 31, 2016 at 3:48 PM Thank you.

Winged Warrior August 30, 2016 at 1:51 PM Beautifully written my friend...best of luck...god bless...^WW^ Charlie Smith August 30, 2016 at 2:40 PM Thank you WW...

Nette Onclaud August 30, 2016 at 11:18 AM this may as well be hopeful plea for a second chance which we are all entitled to... beautiful, charlie..huggs Charlie Smith August 30, 2016 at 2:39 PM Thank you Nette...

Carrie Richards August 29, 2016 at 5:13 PM Oh Charlie, it is if you wear your heart on your sleeve. Here you have opened up, and shared it all with us. Lovely work it is! Best of luck in this contest: this will do well! Charlie Smith August 30, 2016 at 2:38 PM Thank you Carrie...

Arthur Vaso August 28, 2016 at 6:13 PM The first thought that came to mind was "perfection" and I see I was right! Such a beautiful a well written sonnet! :) Charlie Smith August 28, 2016 at 6:40 PM Thank you Arthur, I do so appreciate your visit and kind note...

Mike Hauser August 28, 2016 at 2:19 PM Perfection! Charlie Smith August 28, 2016 at 5:10 PM You are too kind Mike, thank you.

Anne-Lise Andresen August 28, 2016 at 12:43 PM - This is deeply moving and beautifully written, Charlie - Wish I could give you a proper hugs ..... feel you need one :) - Good luck in the contest - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Charlie Smith August 28, 2016 at 5:09 PM I accept. Thank you Anne-Lise...

Andrea Dietrich August 25, 2016 at 7:40 PM VERY good work for this theme, Charlie. hope it fares well!! Charlie Smith August 26, 2016 at 11:10 AM Thank you Andrea.