No Anchor For Rancour

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Written July 27, 2023
For Contest, “No Anchor For Rancour.”
Sponsor, Unseeking Seeker

Long-lasting anger, bitterness, and spite Sometimes can penetrate the heart and mind To taint the joys of others' earned delight. If left, can sink its anchor deep to find Its permanent aversion- to be kind. Then, like a ship that's firmly kedged at sea- Entrapped by vicious waves and cannot flee, That hate caged deep inside the aching heart, Just eats away to never be set free. Not till that anchor's pulled- may it depart.

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John Hamilton

Date: 8/8/2023 8:08:00 AM

Well said Sandra, I enjoyed this one very much. Word selection and rhymes are spot on as per usual.

Lin Lane

Date: 8/8/2023 7:03:00 AM

There should be no place for anger to enter our emotions. Congratulations, Sandra.

Jay Narain

Date: 7/27/2023 10:33:00 AM

Nice rhythmic poem. Nice picture too,

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/30/2023 6:31:00 PM

Thank you very much, Jay! I appreciate your visit and uplifting comment. Sandra

Tom Woody

Date: 7/27/2023 10:02:00 AM

Still the queen of rhyme I see. I like it. Very nice

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/30/2023 6:30:00 PM

Hi, Tom! Welcome back! Thanks for the nice comment! Much appreciated! Sandra

Susan Ashley

Date: 7/27/2023 9:26:00 AM

Dear Sandra, I adore and admire the heart and soul of your potent verse so vividly expressed in its rhythm and rhymes and captivating metaphors. A dramatic beauty spilled from your golden pen. I think this will place high in Seekers list. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sandra Haight
Date: 7/30/2023 6:29:00 PM

Thank you so much, Susan, for stopping by with your wonderful uplifting comments about my poem. I am so pleased that you like it! Hugs, Sandra