Suzette Richards Poet Sonnet

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Luzvimninda Sonnet (Renamed Philippine Stanza Sonnet)

Luzviminda (sometimes LuzViMinda) is a portmanteau  of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the names of the three major Philippine island groups.

Generally Iambic Pentameter
Volta at or following line 9
3 Quatrains & Couplet
Rhyme scheme: aaaa bbbb cccc dd
This is a form invented by the poet/philosopher Jose Rizal M. Reyes of the Philippines, who has 40 sonnet designs to his credit.

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Not for a contest.

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Love

‘One word frees us of all the weight and pain of life: That word is love.’
- Sophocles, Oedipus at Colonus
	
While we’re in the vertiginous first throws 	
of being in love, Cupid across bows
fired seemingly randomly, finding rows
of fertile soil for life’s troubles—pain mows.	

People eager to throw caution to t’ wind,
immersed in the unknown, they often sinned.
The hasty promises will be rescind;
impossible dreams reluctantly binned.

There’s no more excruciating pain, true,
than unrequited love—it leaves us blue.
Mesmerised by couples seemingly through
mutual understanding: trust accrue.

We’ve been loved; given freely of our love.
We are rich beyond measure and above.

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Paige Hind May 18, 2025 at 8:52 AM A poem that touches the heart, meaningful, subtle and powerful

Constance La France May 8, 2024 at 1:28 PM Suzette, I love your poem inspired by the creation of poet/philosopher Jose Rizal M. Reyes, I like the rhyming scheme it has a beautiful flow, so happy the quote and my contest inspired you to write this wonderful poem, hugs, Constance Suzette Richards May 8, 2024 at 9:05 PM Thank you, Constance for the kind comment and the inspiration behind this sonnet :)

Paula Goldsmith May 6, 2024 at 11:49 AM "Love" is a magical word filled with power. What a pretty heart picture. "Good Luck" Have a fun day/week writing away.................. Suzette Richards May 6, 2024 at 9:47 PM Thank, Paula. BTW It is not for a contest, but was inspired by Constance's sonnet contest.

Malabika Ray Choudhury May 6, 2024 at 8:27 AM Dear Suzette, enjoyed your beautiful sonnet exploring the complexities of human emotions, particularly of love. Your poem successfully expresses profound thoughts about life. Best wishes ~ Mala Suzette Richards May 6, 2024 at 9:07 AM Thank you, Mala, for the kind compliment. It is appreciated.

Daniel Henry Rodgers May 6, 2024 at 5:25 AM Dear Suzette, Your poem beautifully digs into the complexities of love, from its euphoric beginnings to its sometimes painful realities. I loved that through your words, you navigate the intricate dance of affection and vulnerability, capturing the essence of human connection. What a poignant reflection on the power of love in our lives. - Blessings, Daniel