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Or So It Seems

When skies are puzzled clouds of pain It’s easy to invite the rain The pieces fit or so it seems To block the sun and hide your dreams When darkness overtakes the light Though grasping it with all your might It feels as if a stranger dwells Who’s calling shots and casting spells Yet even though illusions swirl Like rainbows on a brand new pearl I’ll not give in to be entranced For my last dance has not been danced There always is a bluer sky There always is a truer eye Where clouds are seen for what they are Though here today, they’ll drift afar

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Date: 4/9/2024 2:20:00 AM
Mike, all your poetry seems to flow so nice. You are a great poet, my friend. Keep 'em comin" Love this!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/9/2024 4:16:00 AM
So nice to you to say such words of encouragement! Thank you Charlie!
Date: 4/6/2024 9:30:00 PM
Classic, elegant and gentle poem from a true Gentile-man on matches and mismatches of nature's moods with mankind's. Bravo, Mike. ~ Gershon
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/7/2024 6:04:00 AM
Thank you so much G-man! Enjoy your Sunday!!!
Date: 4/6/2024 5:23:00 PM
Hi Mike. Your positivity shines through in your beautiful poem. I enjoyed this. A Fave for me :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/7/2024 6:04:00 AM
Thank you Heidi, Happy Sunday xxoo
Date: 4/4/2024 4:58:00 AM
A thoughtful discourse, Mike. Much depth you convey in your signature style.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/7/2024 6:04:00 AM
Thank you so much Vijay!
Date: 4/4/2024 12:15:00 AM
Despite the darkness and the rain the sun will always shine on us again. Tom
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:43:00 AM
So true, thanks Tom!
Date: 4/3/2024 6:30:00 PM
Though dark clouds drift by, they will soon glide away and be replaced by sunshine. Love your poem, its structure and definitely its content :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:43:00 AM
Thank you Rose xoxo
Date: 4/3/2024 4:42:00 PM
I liked the physical structure of your poem. I found the poem itself uplifting, Mike. I liked 'puzzled skies of pain'--such a unique but accurate & descriptive image. I appreciate the narrator not giving into despair knowing he's not danced his last dance. I agree, there is always a bluer sky. Your poem was inspirational. Thank you for sharing it. Wishing you a hope-filled evening, Sara
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:44:00 AM
Thank you Sara xxoo
Date: 4/3/2024 2:24:00 PM
Dear Mike, your poem beautifully captures the struggle against despair and the perseverance to find hope amidst darkness. The imagery of puzzled skies and elusive dreams resonates with the uncertainty we often face. Yet, your resolve to not succumb to illusions and to keep dancing towards a bluer sky is inspiring. I love how your words show that even in the midst of challenges, there is always the promise of a brighter tomorrow. Keep looking up, for the clouds will drift afar. Blessings, Daniel
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:44:00 AM
Thank you for your kind words Daniel!
Date: 4/3/2024 11:20:00 AM
- Gives me an optimistic feeling...it will be fine - Lovely poem, Mike :) - hugs
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:45:00 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise xxoo
Date: 4/3/2024 10:52:00 AM
Your imagery is superb.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 4/4/2024 3:42:00 AM
Thank you Victor!

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