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Lines Of Light

When words collide with thoughts of love to fountain forth an eager pen Then lines of light begin to form and fill the page with hope again A world that pirouettes in pain will often bid a muse to bed Then feelings bottled and constrained can ne’er escape a weary head Yet love not only heals the Earth but all that hinders words to flow So when I write with heart and grace I write from what I yearn to know

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Deb M

Date: 1/19/2024 1:15:00 AM

Oh Mike….your words always go straight to my heart….you write with such love and meaning….words of hope and wisdom! Love this Mike!!

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/19/2024 4:19:00 AM

I'm so flattered that you like it Deb, thank you xxoo

Bill Baker

Date: 1/15/2024 4:30:00 PM

A FAV for my list, Mike. Your words are true, and they resonate with my heart's desires. To write about the things of the heart is to share truth with others. Thanks for sharing, my friend. Write On! A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/16/2024 3:46:00 AM

Happy Monday Bill, thank you so much !!

The Situation

Date: 1/14/2024 2:36:00 PM

Short and simple. Exactly what i needed from one of my favs to not go to sleep while reading. One thing about poetry people miss is that it should be Quotable. This is quotable.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/14/2024 3:17:00 PM

Thank you so very much for such a lovely compliment!!!

Heidi Sands

Date: 1/13/2024 9:22:00 AM

Beautiful poem Mike. I enjoyed this today! Happy Saturday :)

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/14/2024 6:50:00 AM

Thank you Heidi, happy Sunday xxoo

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 1/13/2024 1:57:00 AM

Brilliant ending to a poem that really flows with meaning.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/14/2024 6:50:00 AM

Thank you so much Victor!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/12/2024 11:40:00 AM

Your meter is always impressive as are your words, Mike. Much enjoyed the flow of your poem--great ending line, as well.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/14/2024 6:49:00 AM

Thank you so much Vijay, Happy Sunday!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/12/2024 3:12:00 AM

- A wonderful poem with the real truth... the world needs great change... - Best wishes for the new year, Mike :) - hugs

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/12/2024 4:51:00 AM

Thank you so much xxoo

Lin Lane

Date: 1/11/2024 7:47:00 AM

Your poetry is a source of light and love on this site, Mike. A world that dances in pain is not the kind of ballet we want to watch, but we cannot escape it.

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/11/2024 11:52:00 AM

So true Lin! Thank you for your kind words xxoo

Tom Cunningham

Date: 1/10/2024 9:08:00 PM

Our world is going through a painful traumatic time and only love will heal it, we live in hope. I hope your new year is off to a good start Mike. Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/11/2024 3:49:00 AM

Thank you Tom and I wish a terrific 2024 for you!!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 1/10/2024 1:15:00 PM

Mike, this beautifully captures the dance of words and emotions. The imagery of thoughts colliding with love, creating lines of light that fill the page with hope, is truly poetic. The acknowledgment of pain and the healing power of love in unleashing words is eloquently expressed. Your verses reflect a deep connection between heart, grace, and the yearning for understanding. It's a testament to the profound impact of love on both the writer and the world. - Blessings, Daniel

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:25:00 PM

Daniel, I am so happy that it resonated with you, thank you!!!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 1/10/2024 11:32:00 AM

Love your wondrous lines. Feelings bottled and constrained… Let it flow with love! Hugs ~ Kim

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:24:00 PM

Thank you so much Kim xxoo

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 1/10/2024 11:01:00 AM

Hello Mike, Oh such a lovely poem. A poem of hope. I read this poem 3 times and i like it more. Also my fav. Happy Wednesday. xxxx-oooo./Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 1/11/2024 10:24:00 AM

Hello Mike, You are welcome. Happy Wednesday. xxxx. /Darlene/

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:24:00 PM

Darlene, thank you so much !!!

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 1/10/2024 10:41:00 AM

a beautifully crafted and artistic poem. Your imagery and lines are creative but truthful. I especially liked: Then lines of light begin to form and fill the page with hope again." Well said and truthful. I also liked 'a world that piroeuttes in pain.' How do you come up with such delightful expressions. Well done, am faving. Have a great day, Sara

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:22:00 PM

Sara, you are so sweet and kind with your words, Thank you!!!

Ink Empress

Date: 1/10/2024 10:02:00 AM

How heartfelt and well woven is this. I love so many lines in this dear mike. Especially “ A world that pirouettes in pain will often bid a muse to bed” thats such a creative and clever line that would stay in my head for a long time! And i also love how you’ve written “ Yet love not only heals the Earth but all that hinders words to flow So when I write with heart and grace I write from what I yearn to know” so soulful and true! And evocative too! Definitely a fave this is for me!

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:21:00 PM

Such a lovely compliment from such a fine poet! Thank you so much!!

Silent One

Date: 1/10/2024 9:38:00 AM

Hey Mike, love how your poem beautifully captures the transformative power of love on the act of writing. The opening lines set the stage for an exploration of the intersection between words and thoughts of love, presenting them as a collision that ignites the creative process. The metaphor of a fountain suggests an overflow of emotions, with an eager pen translating these thoughts into expressive lines...

Mike Gentile
Date: 1/10/2024 4:20:00 PM

Thank you as always Silent One for your kind, thoughtful and generous insightful words!!!