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Reflections of Change

Reflections of the season’s change
as cast upon a languid lake
that signals weather’s rearrange,
and leaves a future quite opaque,
are but a sign of warmth’s estrange.

The Autumn leaves of many hues
that nature paints as season turns,
reveals to me in vivid views
the changes causing my concerns
as time keeps passing with its ruse.

The brightly colored hues of red
that deep within my senses stir
a feeling of the hope inbred,
and yet reflections still a blur
of times gone by and dreams misread.

I think of all the times I spent
just chasing rainbows ‘cross the sky
while always seeking love’s consent
and ne’er a thought to question why…
reflections of my life’s lament.


September 24, 2021

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021



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Date: 11/30/2021 3:37:00 PM
love the graphic and the imagery in this one John. The last verse could be a summary of my whole life before 77. A poet friend in Texas, Bill
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John Gondolf
Date: 12/1/2021 8:13:00 AM
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments, Bill, the last verse reflects many moments in my life as well though there have been many good times too. So, you are a Texan? I live in the Dallas area. John
Date: 11/5/2021 3:42:00 PM
Gorgeous writing, John, and also I see it placed high in a contest, deservedly so. Congratulations.
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John Gondolf
Date: 11/6/2021 5:46:00 AM
Thank you so much, Andrea, I appreciate it. John
Date: 10/24/2021 8:01:00 PM
Time is indeed the cruelest ruse. ~ Reflecting back, Gershon
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/25/2021 2:49:00 AM
Time seems to be relentless, ticking faster every day. Thanks for sharing your comments, Gershon. Take care, John
Date: 10/17/2021 3:22:00 PM
Congrats on your winner. Sara
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/18/2021 2:10:00 AM
Thank you, Sara, I appreciate it. John
Date: 10/15/2021 5:46:00 PM
Back with congratulations on your high placement in the contest John. Well deserved. Hugs, Emilia : )
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/16/2021 4:41:00 AM
Thank you so much, Emilia, I appreciate it. Hugs, John
Date: 10/15/2021 4:47:00 PM
A beautiful poem, John. I especially love "yet reflections still a blur of times gone by and dreams misread." Congratulations on your high placement! Take care.
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/16/2021 4:40:00 AM
Thank you so much, Ann, I appreciate it. I’m glad you enjoyed it. John
Date: 10/15/2021 11:28:00 AM
So sorry I missed reading these beautiful lines when posted. Congratulations on its recognition in Emile’s contest.
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/15/2021 11:48:00 AM
Thank you, Jenna, I appreciate it. John
Date: 10/15/2021 8:35:00 AM
Congratulations John! Your poem earned a distinguished place in my contest. This was a very challenging contest and therefore tough to judge, but yours made my list, well done my friend, Emile.
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/15/2021 8:42:00 AM
Thanks so much, Emile, and thanks for hosting the contest. John
Date: 10/14/2021 2:33:00 AM
Lovely
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/14/2021 2:38:00 AM
Thank you, Karen, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John
Date: 10/4/2021 4:12:00 PM
This is beautiful.. I hope it is a winner. It deserves to be. Love it. God bless you, kind friend. Love, Gina
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/4/2021 7:15:00 PM
Thank you so much for your thoughts and comments, Gina, I appreciate it. Hugs, John
Date: 10/4/2021 12:37:00 PM
So beautiful, but your writing always is! ~Kim
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/4/2021 3:07:00 PM
Thank you, Kim, I appreciate your kind words so much. John
Date: 10/3/2021 9:30:00 AM
So beautiful your poems flows so well with great imagery...John... God bless... ~ Ani
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/3/2021 2:58:00 PM
Thank you so much, Ani, I appreciate it. John
Date: 10/1/2021 2:25:00 AM
A beautifully penned poem. Good luck in the contest.
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John Gondolf
Date: 10/1/2021 2:30:00 AM
Thank you, Shirley.
Date: 9/27/2021 10:52:00 AM
Your poems always flow so beautifully John. I always feel like I am floating when I read yours. I hope that you have been keeping well. Hugs, Emilia : )
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/27/2021 1:46:00 PM
Thank you for the kind words, Emilia, I'm glad I can make you float in the clouds. All is well here, still really busy at work but I suppose that's better than having nothing to do. Hugs, John
Date: 9/25/2021 4:34:00 PM
Your poetry is art, your words are colorful. You succeeded in making me reflect on all my seasons, and my choices. Your words are skillful and speak to me. May each season be full of color, laughter, reflection and love. Annette??
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/25/2021 5:12:00 PM
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Annette, your words bring a smile to my face. I’m glad my poem touched you in this way. John
Date: 9/24/2021 6:12:00 PM
Such an honor being the first to comment on your poem. (Your support is greatly appreciated) This is filled with so many beautiful moments and tender emotions. Change can caress your heart in different ways. May each reflection that you see, sparkle with beauty and breathtaking magic. Your thoughts caress gently around me, my dear friend. Hugs, Brandy
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John Gondolf
Date: 9/25/2021 5:45:00 AM
Thank you for being the first to comment on my thoughts, Brandy, I appreciate you and all the support you give me. Hugs, John
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