John Gondolf Poet Sonnet

Reflections of Life

The morning mirror shows my aging eyes;
a dim reflection of what used to be.
With woeful trepidation I surmise
that I’m approaching final destiny.

As time’s relentless ticking marches by,
I start to think about that fateful day;
my presence here will bid a fond goodbye,
but will my memory be here to stay.

Will future generations know my name,
or will I be someone that time forgot;
I worry, did I live without acclaim, 
and then I’m tempered by this final thought…

     long past the day these weary bones have gone,
     my humble poetry will still live on.


September 19, 2019

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Elaine Perrin October 2, 2019 at 3:32 AM Your beautiful words will live on, congratulations John :-) x John Gondolf October 2, 2019 at 6:11 AM Thank you so much, Elaine, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Constance La France September 26, 2019 at 4:35 PM John congratulations on your win in the contest with this wonderful write! John Gondolf September 27, 2019 at 4:41 AM Thank you so much, Constance, I appreciate your comments and support. Hugs, John

Brenda Chiri September 26, 2019 at 12:50 PM You will always be remembered my dear friend!and you are not old!;) congrats on your win!;) John Gondolf September 26, 2019 at 2:02 PM Thank you my sweet friend, I appreciate you. Hugs

Anne-Lise Andresen September 26, 2019 at 8:25 AM - Congratulations :) John Gondolf September 26, 2019 at 8:26 AM Thank you, Anne-Lise.

Anne-Lise Andresen September 22, 2019 at 8:24 AM - Many thoughts ... even if I brush and use the perfect soap on the mirror ... I will never be young again ... a wonderful poem that will live forever, John :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) John Gondolf September 22, 2019 at 4:53 PM Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Anne-Lise, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Jennifer Proxenos September 20, 2019 at 10:52 AM Hopefully we all have a long while yet to enjoy each others poetry and comments and replies. Death is inevitable, but life is short, so let us enjoy what we have left and encourage each other forward. Intense and beautiful write John, so well penned. Hug and blessings, Jennifer. John Gondolf September 21, 2019 at 7:10 AM Thank you, Jenn, I do always enjoy hearing your thoughts and comments, your take on my musings. Yes let’s hope we have many more years of reading each other’s work and sharing our thoughts. Have a beautiful weekend my dear friend. Hugs, John

John Hamilton September 20, 2019 at 10:04 AM Yes it's an age old question, but I guess if we've done some good we will be remembered. I understand what you mean, I'm slowly not recognizing myself and the mirror tells the truth, sadly. Your beautiful words John, will be remembered without a doubt! John Gondolf September 20, 2019 at 5:38 PM Thanks, John, I appreciate your thoughts and comments and the kind words.

Sandra Adams September 19, 2019 at 9:16 PM sadly poets become more famous it seems after they've passed ...i don't think you have a thing to worry about, you aren't going anywhere yet...beautiful sonnet btw :) hugs John Gondolf September 20, 2019 at 4:29 AM Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Sandy. I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Suzanne Delaney September 19, 2019 at 5:50 PM The soul of a poet lives on and our eyes might look tired in the mirror but when they smile at life there is a beauty that nothing can outshine.....especially a lovely glass of wine. Enjoyed this beautifully expressed introspection. SuZ John Gondolf September 19, 2019 at 9:12 PM Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Suz, and save a glass of that lovely wine for me. Hugs, John

Gershon Wolf September 19, 2019 at 1:54 PM Yes, there is that consolation. Our words live on, especially our poetic words. Blessings, John (And here's to sticking around for a while). ~ Gershon John Gondolf September 19, 2019 at 2:02 PM Here, here...I'll drink to that! Thanks, Gershon, I appreciate your thoughts. John

Brandy Nicole September 19, 2019 at 12:42 PM Time moves along, and we move with it. Age likes to follow.. (If only we could stay Young) However, in these moments and minutes- memories made. Life is worth the living. "Will future generations know my name?" Yes!! They will my dear friend. Your thoughts hold so many emotions. This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. ~ Brandy John Gondolf September 19, 2019 at 2:07 PM Thank you, B, I always look forward to hearing your thoughts and comments. It's nice to know that you won't forget my name. :) Hugs, John