O Light

I meander through this maze called world, 
seeing darkness everywhere, 
even in the bright desert sun, 
my soul ripped by doubt and fear,
and utter loneliness, 
saved only by a sudden wave of love, 
a flicker of hope--
O Light! O Light! O Light of God!



[the Light poetry contest, Regina McIntosh, posted 2/5/20]
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Ashley Avatar
November 23, 2020 at 7:04 PM
The golden thread of hope is a lifeline in the darkness. Your introspection is so beautifully heartfelt and shines in both dark and light emotions - I adore your last impassioned line! Congratulations for your excellent win in Brian's contest, my friend.. ~Susan
Carber Avatar
November 25, 2020 at 9:45 AM
Thank you Susan,it is much appreciated!
Dietrich Avatar
November 19, 2020 at 4:40 PM
Very nice one!! Congrats on your fine win.
Carber Avatar
November 20, 2020 at 1:27 PM
Thank you Andrea!
Y. Avatar
November 19, 2020 at 6:38 AM
Congratulations on your win. Have a great day:-) Alexis
Carber Avatar
November 19, 2020 at 7:09 AM
Thank you, Alexis! Much appreciated--
Devonshire Avatar
November 6, 2014 at 5:17 PM
Dear Len, sometimes we do feel lost in darkness and when one small positive thing happens in our lives, we embrace it with hope. Your introspective insight in this poem is amazing. Thank you for telling me about your near-death experience. Several other friends have had them as well. The movie "Heaven Is for Real" is a testament to the fact that these things do happen! Hugs, Carolyn
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