Daniel Turner Poet Sonnet

Old Melancholy Always Comes Around

Inviting happy thoughts in reverie
Recalling times when family was near
What fun we had while making memories
Those are the moments treasured, oh so dear

Their ringing laughter always makes me smile
To think the silly things we did and said
And even though at times one would get riled
The love we shared when hurtful tears were shed

But then my loneliness will bring me down
My happiness is swallowed up in blue
Old melancholy always comes around
Sad feelings of depression then subdue

I'm thankful for the happy times we had
But when I am alone they leave me sad


   September 26 2016

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Paul Callus September 30, 2016 at 8:53 AM A beautiful sonnet, Daniel. Recalling past happy memories can bring momentary smiles, but the realization that they can't be brought back soon turns the feeling to sadness! Regards // paul

Charmaine Chircop September 29, 2016 at 4:51 PM Loniliness..haunt us...But when we turn it into solitude...We can dance with the memory and be grateful for such moments instead of sad..Love love your poem.

Sunita U.D Palawon September 29, 2016 at 11:09 AM This is well composed sonnet. I'm still so uneasy with sonnet. I must really try one. :) Daniel Turner September 29, 2016 at 11:13 AM Thank you, Sunita. I find them very accommodating as I can usually express myself in 14 lines. My only drawback is, once you get the meter down it starts to affect the other forms you write. I'm sure you will write an excellent sonnet. I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Joanna Daniel September 28, 2016 at 4:00 AM A beautiful sonnet, Daniel:) reminds me of this verse found in Proverbs 14:13 - "Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness." Daniel Turner September 28, 2016 at 10:04 AM It is so true. Lovely memories almost always remind one of their loneliness. Thank you for the verse:) I appreciate your friendship, Jo.

Wendy Rycroft September 27, 2016 at 1:14 AM Well done, this is a very good version I liked it x Daniel Turner September 27, 2016 at 7:55 AM Thank you Mrs Wendy. You are always so kind. I am so grateful for your support. Drop by anytime. It's always a pleasure to share a smile with you:)

Janice Canerdy September 26, 2016 at 7:17 PM A 7 for a skillfully-written, moving sonnet--one that I can really relate to, Daniel! Janice Daniel Turner September 27, 2016 at 7:51 AM Thank you, Janice. Everybody gets melancholic at one time or another, they may not like to admit it but it's just normal. I really appreciate your kind comments and am always glad to see you:)

Afolabi Muideen September 26, 2016 at 4:09 PM I enjoy reading this poem my friend. It flows well and it imagery is vividly sketched. Excellent..........A.M. Daniel Turner September 27, 2016 at 7:49 AM Thank you AM. I'm glad you enjoyed it. So happy your dropped by to read and comment. I appreciate your kindness and support.

Probir Gupta September 26, 2016 at 12:58 PM Great Sonnet ... Wonderful imagery .... Lovely rhythm .... And the pleasant tinge of 'melancholy' ... A joy to read .... Daniel Turner September 26, 2016 at 4:19 PM Thank you, Probir. What's the saying,"unto each life a little rain must fall." I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Charlie Smith September 26, 2016 at 12:26 PM Sometimes you worry me DT. You write a lot of sadness into some of your sonnets. I guess that's a testament to your skills... Daniel Turner September 26, 2016 at 4:17 PM Thank you, Charlie. No need for worry my friend. I'm sure everyone has dealt with their share of sadness. I seem to be able to draw on my sad life experiences in my writing. They drive me to be a stronger person:)

Elissa Quigley September 26, 2016 at 11:16 AM Great write. The sad times allow us to feel happy. Daniel Turner September 26, 2016 at 4:15 PM That is right, Elissa. It works both ways. If I am sad, I can think about the good times and find myself smiling very quickly. I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Tim Smith September 26, 2016 at 11:02 AM I hate when the loneliness and melancholy come a calling. Why cant the happiness just remain? Daniel Turner September 26, 2016 at 4:10 PM Good question, Tim. It doesn't always leave. Sometimes it just takes a back seat. I appreciate your kindness my friend:)

Nette Onclaud September 26, 2016 at 10:59 AM ohh, i feel your sense of longing, daniel... this is one, precious read!.. huggs Daniel Turner September 26, 2016 at 4:08 PM Thank you, nette. I appreciate your kind comments and support.