Daniel Turner Poet Sonnet

Lonely Words

Do you recall the days when one was two
Sad lonely words found friendly words that rhymed
Gray winter clouds gave way to skies of blue
Loud bells of laughter rang like wedding chimes

Poems grew like flowers in the warm spring rain
Coins tossed in wishing wells turned in to dreams
With nothing left to lose and all to gain
We sailed our wooden ships down tear filled streams

But then the seasons changed as seasons do
Elusive muses took their rhymes away
And all they left behind was me and you
The wind blew out the flame of hope that day

The seasons some day soon may change again
Sad lonely words will try to find a  friend


   by Daniel Turner

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Darlene De Beaulieu November 9, 2016 at 7:03 PM This is a beautiful well written poem Daniel I enjoyed it.I agree with Carole this poem should be a 10 Darlene De Beaulieu November 23, 2016 at 6:30 PM I made this poem my favourite. Daniel Turner November 11, 2016 at 5:50 PM Thank you, Darlene. You are too kind:)

Carole Duet November 2, 2016 at 9:39 PM I gave it a 7 but it should be a 10...

Carole Duet November 2, 2016 at 9:38 PM This poem should become a classic IMO. I just think it expresses the feelings of so many people out there...including me. :( Daniel Turner November 2, 2016 at 9:44 PM Thank you Carole. I'm sorry you can relate but glad you stopped by to read and comment. Sometimes our friends get away from us and yes it is very sad.

Joanna Daniel November 2, 2016 at 10:21 AM Well, you know just how to compare:) I sail in the same boat currently, Daniel, and can sadly relate:) Daniel Turner November 2, 2016 at 10:41 AM I'm so sorry you can relate:( Thank you for stopping by to read today. Perhaps we'll be two ships passing in the night:)

Judy Ball November 1, 2016 at 12:21 PM A sad but beautifully worded poem my friend. I find words to be like clay. A true artiste can bend and shape them into whatever they like. Lets just hope the artiste is kind and not vindictive for words can be used to heal, build and soothe or they can be used as a weapon. It just depends. You have used them beautifully here. A touching piece. Bravo. A seven from me. God Bless, JB Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 3:20 PM Thank you Mrs Judy for your warm insight and your kind comments. I appreciate your support:)

Sara Kendrick November 1, 2016 at 8:21 AM Ahh!! The modern poetry is different from that of years gone by but I like some of all of it just like in music but some so called music I reject..Thanks for dropping by with a kind review..Sara Daniel Turner November 1, 2016 at 8:42 AM Thank you Mrs Sara. It's always my pleasure when you drop by. You are so sweet:)

Frederic Parker October 31, 2016 at 7:08 PM To write a poem filled with truth one has to have experienced this truth...an insightful poem Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 8:30 PM Frederic sir, it is always an honor when you drop by. i appreciate your kindness and your support. I'm glad you liked it.

Probir Gupta October 31, 2016 at 11:02 AM Another beautiful poem ... you are never in lean season ... Loved it ... Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 12:40 PM Thank you, Probir. How kind of you to say. I appreciate your friendly visits.

Richard Lamoureux October 30, 2016 at 3:35 PM Definitely worth another read. I also enjoyed reading the comments. Daniel Turner October 31, 2016 at 12:39 PM Thank you, Richard. You are always welcome!

Mike Hauser October 30, 2016 at 7:33 AM Love reading your works Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:57 AM Thanks Mike. The feeling is mutual:):)

Eileen Manassian October 30, 2016 at 3:27 AM Daniel....I hope the sadness and loneliness is short lived. It is such a beautiful poem...albeit the tinge of sorry. Hugs Eileen Manassian October 31, 2016 at 9:16 AM That was tinge of sorrow...oooops. Yes, without rain...the flowers won't grow. Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:56 AM Thank you, Eileen. Sort of like life, short lived with just a tinge of sadness. I can live with that:):) It has to rain sometime!

Supraja Kannan October 30, 2016 at 1:34 AM Deep and sad... But very beautiful... A big 7... Supraja Kannan October 30, 2016 at 10:06 AM Yes... Collage of Ixora flowers... Andrea wanted to see the ixora flowers..So I kept it as my avatar... Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:54 AM Thank you, Supraja. You are so kind. I noticed you have once again changed the icon photo. (Flowers)?

Afzal Nusker October 30, 2016 at 12:13 AM A wonderful poem with artistic expressions, Daniel. Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:52 AM Thank you so much Afzal. I really appreciate that kind comment.

Connie Marcum Wong October 29, 2016 at 7:11 PM You already know how much I like this poem Danny. Have you ever thought of joining a group of widows and widowers? That is what I would do if I were alone. Blessings, Connie 7 ; ) Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:49 AM Thank you, Connie. You're so sweet. No I haven't. We'll have to discuss it sometime in an email.

Tim Smith October 29, 2016 at 1:06 PM We can dwell on the loneliness or sail on out into a vast new sea...loved this melancholy write Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:44 AM Never was one much for open water, Tim. Thanks for dropping by. Hoping you are well:)

John Hamilton October 29, 2016 at 12:59 PM This is wonderful in it's sadness, melancholy days, will pass, have a great day! Daniel Turner October 30, 2016 at 7:42 AM Thank you, John.

Richard Lamoureux October 29, 2016 at 8:56 AM It seems the "We sailed our wooden ships down tear filled streams" is very quotable. I too am taken with this piece. Daniel Turner October 29, 2016 at 9:22 AM Thank you, Richard. You are so very kind. I appreciate your time and support:)

Heidi Sands October 29, 2016 at 8:27 AM Very nice Daniel. Well written. I feel the sadness in this. I also agree with John, as I was going to say I love the line "we sailed our wooden ships down tear filled streams"! Daniel Turner October 29, 2016 at 9:20 AM Thank you, Heidi. I'm glad you liked it and yes it is a little sad. I appreciate your kind comments and support:)

John Lawless October 29, 2016 at 6:49 AM "We sailed our wooden ships down tear filled streams" That is one great line Daniel. Daniel Turner October 29, 2016 at 6:58 AM Thank you, John. Isn't that what we do? I know I do. I really appreciate your kindness.

Paloma P October 29, 2016 at 6:39 AM Perfectly personified, there's always gray to life, wait long enough and it'll change colors. Love 'Elusive muses took their rhymes away', wish I had thought of that! :) Daniel Turner October 29, 2016 at 6:57 AM Thank you, Paloma. You are really a sweet lady:) I appreciate your kind comments and your friendship.

Barry Stebbings October 29, 2016 at 6:20 AM Sad and beautifully written, Daniel. I love 'We sailed our wooden ships down tear filled streams'. Definitely +7. Barry Daniel Turner October 29, 2016 at 6:56 AM Thank you, Barry. I really appreciate your kind comments and high marks:)

CayCay Godwin October 28, 2016 at 11:17 PM Beautiful and sad and sadly beautiful. I could feel it, and still do. Sending you all thoughts golden, all the days ... CayCay Daniel Turner October 28, 2016 at 11:24 PM Thank you, CayCay. I appreciate your thoughtfulness. Just a little low today:(

Nikki Reynolds October 28, 2016 at 10:42 PM I like it!! A lot! Daniel Turner October 28, 2016 at 10:49 PM Thank you, Nikki. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I appreciate your kind comments:)