Silent Songs of the Soul

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Written: April, 29, 2025, for contest Sponsored by: Robert James Liguori ******************** Soulful manes croon gently in silence The optimism has hidden purposes, A single tear fell at twilight A hollow howl where a grin turns sad, A far-off display’s vibrant lights shine brightly, a whole scene A deceptive expression veils a faint spirit Joyous laughter fills empty spaces around, A fantabulous serve emerges with each play A profound ache lingers inside Tears brim in my eyes They are on the brink of breaking Tears stream down from the eyes Of jesters. Beneath the mask, illusions flourish Joyful sounds diminish into sighs Torn or intact glass won't vary too much. The sadness persists despite time marching, A quiet scream is in every joke. Crowds crash against the shore, Invisible chains tether his weary spirit Painted displays conceal deeper issues Concealed sobs of a jester Lift your spirits. Shadows sway under vivid lights Fractured hearts obscure familiar patterns, Phantoms emerge in the reflection Untold stories are hidden within Dimming stage lights feels distant A painted smile masks weariness In empty corridors, laughter rings out Each dawn, the performance resumes The mirror reveals a confused visage Deep inside, joyful thoughts reside Morning dissolves into shadowy midnight Clown-like cries pass unnoticed All react to a heavenly sound, Captivated by the spotlight Through the tears of a clown.

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thriveni c mysore

Date: 5/7/2025 9:06:00 PM

Congratulations on your win dear poet. Cheers!!!

Robert James Liguori

Date: 5/6/2025 11:54:00 PM

I always expect you to perform well, you are such an amazing poet. Congrats on your placement. Please consider entering my next contest Shadows of the Valley.

Sotto Poet
Date: 5/7/2025 7:52:00 AM

Thanks for my placement, Robert

Duke Beaufort

Date: 5/2/2025 6:38:00 PM

SP, life of a clown is probably very interesting. I was thinking of clowns as I read this and you confirm the subject as the poem progresses. I recently was looking at some Red Skelton paintings of clowns. I also watched a couple of his films on TCM. It must be a difficult job...there's a lot of pressure to bear for clowns and the rest of us too.

Jay Narain

Date: 4/30/2025 10:52:00 AM

Nice poem on tears of a clown. Beneath the smiling mask, many stories, haappy and sad, are hidden. GL in contest.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/30/2025 2:23:00 AM

- No one knows what is hidden behind the mask "Untold stories are hidden within" ... he does his work to entertain, no matter what he feels ... a sensitive poem ... wonderfully written, Las - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Paige Hind

Date: 4/29/2025 9:47:00 PM

"Torn or intact glass won't vary too much." That line really speaks - "A hollow howl where a grin turns sad" The ending lines, too- really really speak.