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Past Mistakes

I often wondered how I came to be,
Brought up by relatives so far away,
My parents fought, in parting they were free,
My lonely life never indulged in play.

Growing up, battling my sad life alone, 
I studied hard, determined to achieve,
Saw my aunts, all finished in their gravestones
I worked and studied more, no time to grieve.

Until I met my sweet soul mate and learned
How good it felt to woo and love and care.
For hearts are won and not easily earned,
She became my world, together we'd share.

I learned about all other's past mistakes,
Kept joy and love, for that is all it takes.

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Beryl Edmonds

Date: 3/19/2024 5:29:00 PM

Victor, I had a difficult upbringing too, so I know what harm it can do., the only saving grace was my lovely mother, bless her. I got through somehow and like you met the love of my life, yes that’s all it takes… Beryl

Michael Tor

Date: 3/18/2024 7:09:00 PM

Such a heartfelt write Victor. So sorry for your parents leaving each other and the chaos that brought into your life. Love the devotion to your studies and education but mostly loved the take charge on your life through all the circumstances and meeting the love of your life. There are happy endings still and this was one. Glad to be back reading my favorite writers such as you my friend. Hope you are doing well and have to catch up on reading what I missed... Blessings to you Victor...

David Kavanagh

Date: 3/18/2024 1:39:00 PM

Past mistakes our own and others, should shape who we are today Victor, if we don’t learn from them they will just be repeated, as we see all over this world time and time again, a lovely sonnet with a personal uplifting message, cheers David

Christina Bowring

Date: 3/18/2024 8:58:00 AM

Dear Victor, this is such a beautiful sonnet full of wisdom learnt from past, painful experiences. It is a touching read but inner strength and positivity shines through with a determination to achieve many worthy things in life. A soul mate to share life’s up and downs with is the greatest blessing of all. I’m so glad you had that love and companionship. The couplet is insightful - I especially love the last line. Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you :)

Joe Dimino

Date: 3/16/2024 9:30:00 PM

Often the lessons lived and learned, are the truest. When shown love by another, the most precious thing one has to give -- is a blessing manifold in the heart. Beautiful writing my friend.

Bill Baker

Date: 3/15/2024 11:17:00 PM

I always enjoy reading poetry written in the form of a Sonnet, Victor. Love can surely heal many wounds. Each of us have had our own trials and tribulations in this world, to find true love and share Love with another is a blessings. Focus on the Love you've had in this life and not on the mistakes or abuse we face, that is the secret of accepting who we are in the end and what our lives have accomplished while we were here. Smiles and Blessings, my friend. Bill

Joseph May

Date: 3/15/2024 4:30:00 PM

You were determined to earn high grades both in school and with your dream girl,... Very nicely penned

Yann Rolland

Date: 3/15/2024 2:35:00 AM

so true, we learn more from mistakes than anything else, a touching poem,thanks Victor

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 3/14/2024 7:13:00 PM

An awesome poem that leaves a smile with its happy ending. I liked it much.

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/14/2024 2:39:00 PM

Dear Victor, What a wonderful reflection on the journey from loneliness to love, from hardship to happiness. Your words convey a deep sense of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. I loved the transformation from a solitary existence to finding joy and fulfillment in a soulmate is beautifully captured. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt journey through poetry. - Blessings, Daniel

Brenda J. Joyce

Date: 3/14/2024 2:04:00 PM

I enjoyed it very much thank you dear writer thanks for posting!

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 3/14/2024 11:31:00 AM

Very beautiful with a happy ending! Great message you have in your poetry Victor. Thank you for sharing it! -Smita

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 3/14/2024 10:45:00 AM

The power of love can change an unhappy past into a bright future. Enjoyed this stirring tale, Victor. :)

Valsa George

Date: 3/14/2024 9:23:00 AM

I know how hard it n must have been without parents to take care of. However you persevered and successfully got over all hurdles. As if to compensate for your early life's dejection, a beautiful lady came into your life as your soul mate.....and life became different from thence. You got all love possible for any husband and your life has been a joyous journey together until she left you for her heavenly abode. A beautiful sonnet celebrating your married life

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 3/14/2024 9:00:00 AM

how cool to see you write a sonnet, Victor. This was a great job you did. You have done it all , my friend. Lived your life with a wonderful mate. Your future in heaven with her is secure!

Eve Roper

Date: 3/14/2024 8:57:00 AM

We shared the same fate it looks like, but it was rough for a large family. I guess parents try, but they can only do what they were taught and learn to gain. And like you I found and lost my soul mate, but not for long.

Don Iannone

Date: 3/14/2024 6:23:00 AM

Hello Victor, "Past Mistakes" eloquently narrates a journey from loneliness and hardship to the discovery of love and the importance of joy. It serves as a beautiful reminder that love and joy are fundamental to transcending life's trials and finding fulfillment. Thank you for that. ~Don Iannone

Tom Woody

Date: 3/14/2024 5:33:00 AM

If this is bio poetry it's quite sad. So many have had difficult childhood. I was one of the fortunate ones. So glad you met your true love though. I believe you WILL see her again (John 11:25)