Rhonda Johnson-Saunders Poet Terza Rima

Ocean Waves At Sunrise

Light in her angel eyes, shines innocence, sweet and pure
Glistening ocean waves at sunrise not subtle but audacious  
Pools of light reflect the truth when her words do not assure

Irises full of gold flecks and green, the sun and sea engage us
Eyes of wonder enlightened more by her precocious smile 
Secrets concealed beneath their splendor, sensitive and vivacious


Compassionate heart, a smile given to comfort those with trials
Questioning mind, mature and wise trying to right all wrongs 
A friendly girl, her gracious eyes invite others to stay a while

Beautiful girl of nine years, do not relinquish youth for fear
Your ocean soul flows through your eyes, infinite and free 
The light of the Lord will shine on you and dry every flowing tear 

Ocean waves at sunrise, your soul will always be a beacon of light ~
Shining through your eyes for all to see 



By Rhonda Johnson-Saunders
For my niece, Lili

Second Place in Your Own Favorite Contest February 2012
Sponsor: Debbie Guzzi

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Kim Merryman March 9, 2012 at 6:08 PM A lovely descriptive write, Rhonda. Congrats on your win! Love, Kim

Sara Kendrick March 8, 2012 at 2:20 PM Enjoyed reading this lovely work..Congrats on your win..It shows your true love of your niece..Sara

Poet Destroyer A March 7, 2012 at 10:21 AM RHONDA,,... A VERY LATE .Congratulations ON MY 2ND PLACE CONTEST.. THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING ;-) my contest...much enjoyed your entry,~ always*PD

Carol Sunshine Brown March 7, 2012 at 7:31 AM Congratulations on your win in P.D.'s "2nd Place Poems Only" contest Rhonda. Love, Carol

Honestly J.T. March 6, 2012 at 7:41 PM Congrats on your 2nd and 11th place win- JH

Linda-Marie Sweetheart March 6, 2012 at 7:33 PM congrats Rhonda on an awesome write and win.. a dreamy delight of imagery luv..

Michael J. Falotico March 6, 2012 at 5:42 PM A beautiful uplifting write and well deserved placement. I loved it. Hugs Michael

Kim Merryman February 7, 2012 at 5:49 PM Congrats on your win with this lovely poem, Rhonda! Love, Kim Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:12 PM Thank you, Kim! Blessings, Rhonda

Charlotte Puddifoot February 7, 2012 at 5:03 PM congrats on your win in the contest with this sweetly written dedication to your niece, some lovely images :-) Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:12 PM Thanks, Charlotte for you comments! I am appreciative. Blessings, Rhonda

Jon Arno February 7, 2012 at 4:57 PM Beautiful write Rhonda! Enjoyed it very much. Congratulations :) Jon Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:11 PM Thank you, Jon! So glad you liked it. Blessings, Rhonda

Linda-Marie Sweetheart February 7, 2012 at 1:16 PM Congrats Rhonda on a stupendous second place success for this dynamic delight poetry luv.. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:10 PM Thank you, Linda- Marie! You are always so kind. Blessings, Rhonda

Carol Sunshine Brown February 7, 2012 at 11:53 AM Congratulations to you on your placement in Debbie Guzzi's "Your Own Favorite Poem" contest Rhonda. Love, Carol Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:11 PM Thank you, Carol for all of your comments tonight!

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl February 7, 2012 at 10:48 AM Congratulations Rhonda . lovely x Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:08 PM Thank you, Mandy!! Blessings, Rhonda

Bob Quigley February 7, 2012 at 10:12 AM I am so glad I got a chance to read this. A beautiful write Rhonda. Congratulations Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:08 PM Thank you, Bob! I'm so glad you read and liked it. Blessings, Rhonda

Ralph Taylor February 7, 2012 at 9:38 AM Congrats, Rhonda. Awesome write. Well deserved win. Kudos. Nice going. Best to you and yours. luv Ralph Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:07 PM Thanks, Ralph! I appreciate your kind comments. Blessings, Rhonda

Debbie Guzzi February 7, 2012 at 8:55 AM So wonderful to see you using such an exquiste form for such an equisite topic! This is when having a big tool box comes in handy and you chose well! Congrad's on your big win. Light & Love Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:06 PM Thank you, Debbie! Means a lot coming from you. I know you are honest in your feedback, and I am grateful for the placement. Blessings, Rhonda

Jslambert Mister Roboto January 29, 2012 at 11:55 PM This one reminds me of my trip to New Smyrna Beach last weekend. "Gold flecks and green" Cool imagery. I can DiGG it!~JSL Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 30, 2012 at 12:06 AM Glad you liked it!! Are you a Floridian, too? I love New Smyrna Beach. I took a weekend trip to Sanibel two weeks ago. We have so many great beaches. I take it for granted at times. Thanks for the comments! Blessings, Rhonda

Erich Goller January 29, 2012 at 10:03 PM A very lovely expressed story poem Rhonda.I enjoyed reading it.God bless you. Hugs!Erich Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 29, 2012 at 11:02 PM Thank you, Erich! I'm glad you liked it. Blessings and hugs returned! Rhonda

Robert Pettit January 29, 2012 at 9:12 PM I agree with everything Mia has stated below. This is very descriptive. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 29, 2012 at 9:14 PM Robert, did you just get my reply to Mia? So Sorry. For some reason, this keeps happening to me. Thank you for reading and commenting. My niece is very special. Rhonda Johnson-Saunders January 29, 2012 at 9:12 PM My niece, Lili, is a beautiful girl inside and out. Thanks to you, too!! Blessings, Rhonda

M.I.A . January 29, 2012 at 8:54 PM beautiful! simply beautiful, she must be sooo lovely. thank you for stopping by and your kind comments Rhonda Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 7, 2012 at 7:04 PM Thanks for reading and commenting, Mia! You are very kind. Yes, Lili is a beautiful girl. Blessings, Rhonda