My Unforgivable Sin

Day of prayers and thanks, my sister died, 
left alone you tried hard to save her life. 
I fell on my knees losing hope and cried; 
you let go of your anger on your wife.

I stare, unable to utter a sound, 
hiding the pain, trying not to break down.
Shuddering with horror my hands are bound.
Inside I am drowning wearing a frown.

He steps in my life and shows some kindness, 
blissful pleasure like flowers adoring.
The sincere love he shows is my weakness. 
Surrendering my life is worth living.

I know my sin is unforgivable.
Your silence and glares unforgettable.


9/14/2014

Poetry Contest: Form U - U Pick The Form 3. Unforgivable
Sponsored by: Broken Wings
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Allison Avatar
September 24, 2017 at 4:22 PM
many congrats on your win Eve:-) hugs jan xx
Sinha-Roy Avatar
September 24, 2017 at 12:49 AM
Congratulations, Eve on your win with a great poem.
Sands Avatar
September 23, 2017 at 1:59 PM
Congratulations Eve ! :)
Callus Avatar
September 23, 2017 at 1:21 PM
A beautiful and expressive sonnet which undoubtedly deserves the high placing allotted, Eve. Congratulations!! Regards // paul
May Avatar
September 23, 2017 at 1:12 PM
Congrats on your win Eve..
Pandit Avatar
September 23, 2017 at 10:52 AM
Congrats Eve!
La France Avatar
September 23, 2017 at 9:05 AM
Eve, congratulations on your win in my contest, I admire people who can write Sonnets, well done !
Michaels Avatar
September 15, 2017 at 12:55 PM
This is a very deep and, clearly, personal poem for you, Eve. I read it as you being grateful for the end of your sister's suffering, but feeling the burden of guilt for that, too... or perhaps that's me just reading too much into it? Either way, a fine write - good luck in the contest. Best wishes, John.
Murray Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 6:23 PM
After all that pain she was able to love again. All sins are forgivable but you must first forgive yourself. Good luck in the contest Eve.
Onclaud Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 3:00 PM
you paint a beautiful scene with vivid artwords, eve!...my 'post comments' box is still closed, ohh..huggs
Stars Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 8:44 AM
wow man ... you got a wave with words man ...
Pandit Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 7:21 AM
Lovely emotion--a missed step in time of grief--good luck for a win, Eve!
One Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 6:43 AM
I don't know what to make of the subject of this poem... The sonnet though is very well constructed..
Sivey Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 4:23 AM
Wow Eve, this is amazing! I am in awe of this poem's grandiosity, such a powerful write in its own glory! I have loved reading your delightfully penned piece here this morning! Such a fantastic poem, Great Work!!
Lee Sr. Avatar
September 14, 2017 at 2:04 AM
Nothing to say but WONDERFUL!!! James
Roper Avatar
September 17, 2017 at 6:23 PM
Thank you so very much, James, for the dedication. :) Hugs Eve ~`*
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