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Overcoming Desperation

Desperation, draw me not like magnets pull But once again let saneness possess me in full Do not ravage me like a lion upon its prey Block not the seeds of thoughts that come to save the day Like limbs of a tree in the presence of a gale force wind The heavy weight of thy encumbrance makes me bend As a cookie being crushed underneath a fisted hand Sapping my power, I become a broken man Hope beyond my greatest self, suddenly appears Dashing all desperate thoughts, releasing all my fears Focused like a camera’s lens, my eyes see a way Attitude and mindful thought, must have their say Ideals forming one by one, possibilities Desperation lost; I’ve overcome my disease

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Regina Elliott

Date: 11/3/2023 4:28:00 PM

Hi Bill, an "Overcomer's" sonnet poem anthem. Adversity can make us stronger. A stellar penned perseverance write. I hope you and Sara have a lovely autumnal evening. ~

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 9/13/2023 12:16:00 PM

Just back again to say that this is a fav for me Bill. The imagery is so skillfully worded, truly an exceptional piece.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/13/2023 4:43:00 PM

Thank you for the kind comments, Nancy, and for the FAV! Yeah! It's always nice to see someone values your poetry. Smiles ~ Blessings my friend. Bill

Hiya Sharma

Date: 9/13/2023 10:32:00 AM

Oh, this is such a profound and thought provoking sonnet that dwells in deeply evocative words of wisdom. Desperation definitely comes with an overburdening sense of vulnerability, which makes our souls weary and thus, those ending lines of the sonnet work like the best relief and solution.. I absolutely love the way you've said that we must learn to align with our thoughts, attitude and energies which is required in the art to actually understand life.. Very well done, so brilliant!!

Bill Baker
Date: 9/13/2023 4:42:00 PM

Thank you for sharing your understanding of this poem, Hiya. Your comments are meaningful to me. I appreciate your thoughtful replies, my friend. Have a joyful day! Bill

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/11/2023 6:11:00 PM

Dear Bill, your superb sonnet is deep and rich with poetic expression, emotion and artistry. Your rhymes and metaphors are appreciated and admired, my poet friend. Your couplet is an inspiring answer to a passionate plea "Desperation, draw me not like magnets pull", and a grand finale to an exquisite poem. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Bill Baker
Date: 9/12/2023 4:44:00 PM

Thank you for the glowing comment, Susan. You are a great encouragement to me and my poetry. I'll be visiting your poetry soon, my friend. Have a joyful week. Bill

Silent One

Date: 9/11/2023 1:25:00 PM

An important message in your sonnet my friend.. one that flows and rhymes very well.. They say life is a balance of holding on and letting go... we all face some adversity in our lives, but most of the time almost everything is temporary and we need to control our mind and thoughts to overcome so much... when we finally overcome it we feel so much more stronger... great sonnet.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/11/2023 5:05:00 PM

Thank you for the visit and the mindful comment, SO. Your comment matches the thoughts I was having before composing this poem. Thanks for the input, my friend. Have a great week! Bill

Panagiota Romios

Date: 9/10/2023 1:48:00 PM

Hi Bill! What a well penned, flowing sonnet with a message, You accomplished your goal…a great poem indeed, Panagiota xx

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 5:23:00 PM

Thank you, Pangie, for the visit and comment, my friend. Still trying to find time to post more and read more. lol Sara's really getting into writing poetry now. I love it! Two poets in the cave. Have a great week! Bill

Ink Empress

Date: 9/10/2023 11:48:00 AM

Whatever may come our way, attitude and mindfulness plays a major role and helps us with facing any challenges. I love the fact that to write about something as important and to deliver your thoughts, you’ve actually written a sonnet. How clever and creative of you. I especially love the line “ block not the seeds of thought” that line should be a quote on your bio. So good! Powerful write. Loved reading this, you never fail to amaze us readers, with deep and profound writes.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 5:27:00 PM

Thank you, Ink, for taking the time to give such thoughtful and encouraging comments. I still feel I'm holding back and now letting my true voice sing out. I'll keep writing, opening my heart, and letting the thoughts flow through. Smiles ~ Blessings my friend. Bill

Paige Hind

Date: 9/10/2023 10:56:00 AM

A very positive poem...I hope you have a good day with your new outlook!

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 10:56:00 AM

Thank you, Paige, you have a good day too, my friend. Bill

Dennis Spilchuk

Date: 9/10/2023 5:59:00 AM

A positive and encouraging outlook on life expressed in poetic form. Great write, Bill. Take care.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 9:38:00 AM

Thanks for the comments, Dennis, Have a nice day! Bill

Lisa Ricci

Date: 9/10/2023 3:11:00 AM

Good Morning Bill. Hi. Wonderful sonnet aside your entry and message leaves inspiration and motivation of how darkness can turn around into light. And yes, when darkness calls again it can once again turn to light proving one day at a time with having the endurance to convince the ever powerful yet fragile mind. You have written with dignity and grace. Have a wonderful morning and day. Peace and Blessings always to you and Sara. (smiles...)

Bill Baker
Date: 9/15/2023 9:32:00 PM

Thank you for the mindful and kind, comment, Lisa. Most of all, thank you for your friendship; you are a joy to communicate with and share poetry with. Smiles ~ Blessings, forever! Bill

Karen Croft

Date: 9/10/2023 12:03:00 AM

What a great write. Thank you for reading mine! Greetings from Ohio!

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 12:14:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and comment, Karen, my Ohio, friend. :-) Have a blessed Sunday! Bill

The Situation

Date: 9/9/2023 9:13:00 PM

I see desperations own words in this. Loss for words let's say from 1 to 10 A 9. and that's good.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/10/2023 12:15:00 AM

Thank you for the higher rating, TS. Your comments are always welcome. Have a great day! Bill

Christina Bowring

Date: 9/9/2023 1:45:00 PM

I love this wonderfully crafted sonnet dear Bill. I learn so much from your beautiful, uplifting poems always with profound messages to share. The ending couplet gives so much hope. Thank you always for sharing. Many blessings to you my poetic friend.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 4:44:00 PM

Thank you for your kind and encouraging comments, Christina, and for visiting my poetry today. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

David Fisher

Date: 9/9/2023 1:17:00 PM

Enjoyed the pressure and suspense of your poem, and of course the answer to the trouble. At 14 lines, a full story reveals itself.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 4:14:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comment, David. Sometimes (even though sonnets are my favorite) it's hard to get the whole story told in fourteen lines. Have a nice weekend, my friend. Bill

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/9/2023 7:29:00 AM

I just gave a sonnet a try yesterday. I enjoyed this piece Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 7:43:00 AM

It's my favorite form of poetry. I'll be by later to check on your poetry, Richard. Thanks for the visit. Bill

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 9/9/2023 6:18:00 AM

I echo earlier comments Bill. This is so powerful and full of wonderful metaphors and very motivational as well. Great sonnet.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:03:00 AM

Thanks for the visits, Nancy, and your kind comments. See you soon, Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 9/9/2023 3:44:00 AM

Wow! Truly magnificent! The metaphors for desperation truly capture how one feels when in the throes of desperation. Yet, your poem is hopeful, 'hope beyond one's self' is there to smash desperation to smithereens! Just love this sonnet...hugs again, me

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:05:00 AM

Thank you, hugs me, hugs for you too. :-) Have a productive day, my eastside writing bare, I meant bear. Bill

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 9/9/2023 2:24:00 AM

You do save desperate souls with your poignant words and precious insightful thoughts, Bill.. Being mindful and possessing the power of forging the words and forming them into a so expressive and impressive Sonnet! You release a word and you save a world! An immense pleasure to read you! God bless you. Best regards.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:08:00 AM

Your comments are soulful and heartfelt. Thank you from my soothed heart. We poets are just the messenger of the heart, my friend. Have a joyful weekend! Bill

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/9/2023 1:54:00 AM

I can relate well enough to desperate depression. I have admiration for those who can combat such situations. Your poem is therefore excellent and to the point.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 8:13:00 AM

Thank you for your mindful comments, Victor. I have a Spirit inside that helps me a lot. When I'm desperate, I turn to the Holy Spirit for the way out or the lesson I'm to learn. Have a blessed weekend, my friend. Bill

Curie Stark

Date: 9/9/2023 1:05:00 AM

This poem really gave me insight for my own perception of desperate moves Beautiful poem

Bill Baker
Date: 9/9/2023 7:47:00 AM

Thanks for the first visit to my poetry, Curie; I hope to see you often. I'm glad it gave you something to think about as it relates to the challenges of making decisions and changes in life. Have a great day! Bill

Sotto Poet

Date: 9/8/2023 5:38:00 PM

Bill, your poem is truly captivating, filled with exquisite imagery that brings each line to life. Your ability to delve into the depths of emotions is truly remarkable, as you seamlessly transport the reader from a serene and powerful thought about desperation, creating a tapestry of emotions that leaves a profound impact on the reader.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 8:09:00 PM

Thank you for your uplifting and encouraging words, my friend. Always a pleasure to read your comments. Have a great weekend! Bill

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 9/8/2023 5:12:00 PM

A powerful message my friend. My son just went through some troubling times. But when he finally saw the light of hope, it was as if a 1000lb weight had been removed from his shoulders. Thank you for sharing this.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 5:27:00 PM

Happy to hear your son made it through his troubles enough to see the light of hope, Jerry. I can make it through if I can just see a glimmer of light ... hope is a powerful thing to have, and life is treacherous without it. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Kim Merryman

Date: 9/8/2023 5:07:00 PM

A powerful, emotive write, Bill! Desperation can take a toll on a person, but they must not give in to it. I'm sending you a soupmail! Blessings, Kim M

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 5:29:00 PM

Thank you for the kind comments and the soup mail. I'll read it and reply as soon as I can, Kim. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Anonomus Scorpio

Date: 9/8/2023 4:58:00 PM

Wow! Bill this is beyond good. Beyond extraordinary, this is a pouring out of poetic soul I am really glad I stopped by to read this! A.S.

Bill Baker
Date: 9/8/2023 5:05:00 PM

Thank you so much, Anon, for the uplifting comment. Have a great weekend, my friend! Bill