John Gondolf Poet Rhyme

My Hardened Heart

Throughout my life the bridges crossed
so many times I’ve loved and lost
as hopes and dreams were used and tossed;
my hardened heart had paid the cost.

I felt as though I couldn’t go on;
a darkness loomed at break of dawn;
my hopes and dreams forever gone;
I felt my heart was but a pawn.

Remove the hardness of my heart
 that’s not where it belongs;
 replace it with your tenderness, 
  and sing to me your songs.

To my surprise one sunny day
a gentle spirit came my way;
an angel sent from far away
to ease my heart, its aches defray.

A southern voice so soft and sweet, 
just like a bluebird’s morning tweet; 
a song with such a gentle beat,
to sweep my spirit off its feet.

Remove the hardness of my heart
 that’s not where it belongs;
 replace it with your tenderness, 
 and sing to me your songs.

And now my sun is shining bright,
my heart no longer bears the blight
of hardness felt in dark of night;
now deep within I feel love’s light.


May 22, 2020

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Emilia James January 15, 2021 at 12:58 PM This is such a beautiful poem John, enjoyed it very much, Emilia. John Gondolf January 15, 2021 at 7:25 PM Thank you so much, Emilia, I’m glad you enjoyed it. It always pleases me to see someone reading one of my older pieces, thank you ! Hugs, John

Tansy Roekaerts September 6, 2020 at 3:50 AM Gloriously uplifting. Gives me hope that one day I too, will write something other than just misery poetry. Thank you John Gondolf September 6, 2020 at 4:58 AM Thank you, Tansy, if you search deep within I’m sure you will find something beautiful to write about. Hugs , John

Funom Makama June 25, 2020 at 4:09 PM Oh dear.. What a lovely piece you have here. Your craft is definitely seasoned with lots of creativity. Great poem. John Gondolf June 25, 2020 at 4:13 PM Thank so much, Funom, I appreciate your kind words. John

Arturo Michael June 1, 2020 at 5:56 PM Who's this Angel...that removed the barriers...You write with soul... John Gondolf June 2, 2020 at 4:59 AM Thanks, Arturo, a beautiful angel she is. John

James Dotzler May 28, 2020 at 10:34 AM I can see my life experiences in your words. You've brought them to life with beauty. Thank you! John Gondolf May 28, 2020 at 1:42 PM Thank, James, I think we have all had such life experiences. I appreciate your thoughts and comments. John

Shirley Hawkins May 26, 2020 at 4:43 AM A beautiful poem straight from your heart, it would make a very romantic song ... John Gondolf May 26, 2020 at 2:53 PM Thank you, Shirley, I appreciate these thoughts. Hugs, John

JC Brul May 26, 2020 at 12:50 AM This is splendid! my favorite stanza: "Remove the hardness of my heart that’s not where it belongs; replace it with your tenderness, and sing to me your songs." Fabulous!! John Gondolf May 26, 2020 at 2:39 PM Thank you so much, JCB, I'm glad you enjoyed it. John

Brandy Nicole May 25, 2020 at 7:04 PM Sounds like she has opened your heart, even more. Love being such a powerful emotion indeed. Your thoughts caress gently around me. This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. Keep reaching for the stars my dear sweet friend. : ) Brandy John Gondolf May 25, 2020 at 8:02 PM Thank you for your thoughts and comments, Brandy, she has made my heart an open book and she reads it again and again. I appreciate you my dear friend. Hugs, John

Connie Marcum Wong May 24, 2020 at 5:25 PM A lovely romantic rhyme John! You write these so well. I am happy you have your angel. xxoo John Gondolf May 25, 2020 at 6:32 AM Thank you, Connie, I appreciate your thoughts. My heart is filled with love. Hugs, John

Gershon Wolf May 24, 2020 at 2:14 PM Gorgeous, John! Definitely up to the high Gondolf bar, and then clearing it with room to spare! Just lovely. Cheers, Gershon John Gondolf May 24, 2020 at 2:25 PM Thank for the kind words, Gershon, I appreciate it. Stay safe. John

Jennifer Proxenos May 23, 2020 at 1:52 PM Sounds like true love has being found John - A brilliant poem as always - you write with such rhythm and rhyme. A terrific poem. Blessings Jennifer John Gondolf May 23, 2020 at 4:14 PM Thank you so much, Jenn, I’m pleased that you enjoyed this poem. Hugs, John

Lonna Blodgett May 22, 2020 at 9:36 PM Such a creative statement of found love! Its journey is a beautiful read John! John Gondolf May 22, 2020 at 9:42 PM Thank you, Lonna, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Hugs, John

Meru Groen May 22, 2020 at 3:25 PM A weaving of rhyme that explains the depth of the well, a heart can draw from. John Gondolf May 22, 2020 at 3:52 PM Thanks, Meru. I appreciate your thoughts and comments. John

Jeanne Mcgee May 22, 2020 at 2:27 PM Wow, John...this is so romantic and had me praying you found love at the end...and you did! Bravo. John Gondolf May 22, 2020 at 3:45 PM Thank you so much, Jeanne, I appreciate your thoughts and comments particularly your thoughts on meter. I'm glad to hear you enjoy reading my poetry. Hugs, John Jeanne Mcgee May 22, 2020 at 2:29 PM I also have to agree that meter is so important to a nice flow when reading poetry...which is why I always enjoy readying yours.

Tom Cunningham May 22, 2020 at 8:46 AM Sounds like you got the girl John, a very romantic verse. You compose your poems so well, they just bounce along. Tom John Gondolf May 22, 2020 at 8:54 AM Thanks, Tom, I appreciate it. I always try to control the flow of my poems by sticking to a strict meter. I think they are more enjoyable to read if they have a nice flow to them. John