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5/18/2026 for My heart is a secret garden Poetry Contest sponsored by Silent One

My Heart is a Secret Garden

Somewhere hidden, there lies an ancient heart,
all alone, where it quietly retreats.
Love is so far away and set apart.
No one would ever guess that it still beats. 

Somewhere hidden, there lies a secret lock,
but no one has found either lock or key, 
much less, an unseen door on which to knock,
as seasons turn and waves crash in the sea.

Somewhere hidden, there lies a lady love, 
but could her fortuitous, gentle birth 
save a heart and soul, soon to rise above -   
an angel gift from heaven to the earth? 
 
Are these forever fated to dark, hide
or be seen 'fore I reach the other side?
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Kendrick Avatar
June 11, 2026 at 10:35 AM
I wanted to give you a belated congratulations on your poem being on the winners' list in this contest. Way to go. Somehow, I missed seeing this contest had been judged. Sara K.
Crandall Avatar
June 11, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Thank you Sara!
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 22, 2026 at 12:44 PM
David, so often you make lighthearted fun poetry, and this one reveals yet another part of your poetic artistry. This is lovely. Congratulations on your placement!
Crandall Avatar
May 23, 2026 at 2:18 PM
Thanks, Bj! I need these contests to force me to be serious.
One Avatar
May 21, 2026 at 3:11 PM
A nice sonnet David, it flows and rhymes well.. I hope someone can find the lock to that ancient heart of yours.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Crandall Avatar
May 23, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Thanks, Silent One!
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