Chris Green Poet Rhyme

So Soft Is the Sonnet of Willows

This is a very long poem and I will understand if you choose not to spend the time reading it. 
It is something I wrote a long time ago and I thought I’d just put it out here in case anyone cared to read it. 
Thank you, Chris


So Soft is the Sonnet of Willows 

Such is the heart of a dreamer
Sought after deep in the mist
Seeking the quest of a thirsting desire
Falling to moments like this

Peering the distant endeavor
Calling the places I’ve known
Sending out visions so endless in wonder
Standing this ledge all alone

Come to my heart always steady
Shape it as how it should be
Teach me the ways of your unending song
Lyrics of comfort to me

Lift me with phrases now spoken
Take from my words on the page
Collections of feelings I wear on my sleeve
Shine me the light of your ways

I am of clay so unmolded
Bend me and shape me to form
Open my heart with the keys of your love
While dying I wish to be born

Caverns so wide as I forage
The depth of their history deep
Shadows that follow the pathways I walk
Stairways my soul it does keep

Yours is my desperate reason
Clinging to every fold
Challenges lie in wake of the storm
Northerly winds flowing cold

I shan’t recoil destinations
My mind it is set on the prize
Temptingly so it does fan every flame
Come I shall soon realize

Time for the moment a danger
Season’s of past now I fear
As I declare my unending longing
Wishing you ever so near

Trapped as I traverse the mountain
Chains of my pain garner tight
Reaching for avenues lost in the fog
Blinded by darkness of night

Soon I will relive the mornings
Joined by a perfect content
Welcoming sunrise as everywhere glows
Finding the hours we’ve spent

Trusting that no one is watching
Holding your hand on the street
Wrapping my arms ‘round your waist for a while
Kissing your lips soft and sweet

Words that will require actions
Motions in spite of the sky
Threatening these clouds overhead as I walk
Waving the past a good bye

Now as my life is beginning
Fortunate flags sure to wave
Sending a secret embedded in stone
Caution for this I do crave

Asking this long winded journey
Steps in the grass for to find
Destiny praises my unfettered wishes
Spent as the heart does unwind

Yours is the hand that I reach for
Save me in spite of my tears
Love me for many more wars shall invade
Filling the future with years

Run with me out to the fields 
Keep me in sight at all turns
Paint me with colors so vibrant and true
Teach me for I want to learn

I will not be so untrusting
Pressures no longer to hide
Truth is my shield as it shines ever gold
Honesty I shall confide

Come to my heart it is waiting
Here in this darkened abyss
Shining so bright for your eyes now to see
Reaching for you that I miss

I promise you shall not be sorry
Taking this chance is the key
Found in the corners of thoughts so inspired
True as my covenant be

I whisper my truth through the mountains
Breathless I run to the shore
Hopeful I patiently wait your reaction
Searching for you evermore

Soft is the sonnet of willows
Wavering winds form the streams
Blowing so that you may welcome my peace
Singing the songs of your dreams

Mine is a tiresome journey
Treasures all cast to the bay
Every dollar I’ve owned as a man
Spent in a fortunate way

For this is my precious possession
A heart that does beat from above
Carefully showing the face of the plan
Showering you with my love

Rain on the valley of passion
Rose petal scent brings the breeze
Take from this night the joys of affection
Lingered in fresh memories

This I do pledge, my heart crossing
No longer wishing to die
Rivers of hope that do wash on your feet
Sent forth attempting to try

Cherishing love I am finding 
Wanting forever to be
Everything that you do see in your soul
All that’s expected of me

I am but only one person
Doing just what I will do
Being myself in the face of the storm
Sending my love up to you

There is no mask I am wearing
The smile you see is for real
I can not be something that I am not
All of my life I reveal

Hoping that you understand this
Praying my words written of
Things that my heart wants to tell you my dear
Penned now with only my love

Such is the heart of a dreamer
Seeking not silver and gold
My only goal is that you love me true
Just as my dreams have foretold

So soft is the sonnet of willows
Wind through their branches blows free
Whispering dreams evermore shall come true
When you are standing with me

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Karen Jones October 19, 2021 at 4:07 AM Congratulations on it being a best and what a lovely poem indeed. Chris Green October 19, 2021 at 6:28 AM Wow, you read the entire thing? : ) Thanks so much Karen.

Ann Peck August 31, 2021 at 2:41 PM "So Soft is the Sonnet of Willows." That is so beautiful, even before reading your tender, lovely poem. A truly beautiful write!

Hello There September 26, 2019 at 6:49 PM A beautifully tender, endearing write showing a love and devotion sublime ~ so very well written! I enjoyed this, Chris :) Chris Green September 27, 2019 at 7:57 AM Wow, you read this entire thing? :) Thank you so much my friend. This was one of my longer poems but also one of my favorites. I am thrilled you liked it too.

Dale Bronson June 15, 2018 at 5:55 AM it's one of the best poems i've ever read, outstanding.... Chris Green June 15, 2018 at 10:40 AM Thanks so much for your kind words.

Debbie Duncan June 15, 2017 at 10:46 PM It might be long, but, it's a nice write & you placed with it as well :) And glad you liked my Story Writing. As you could I didn't know what to write :) Chris Green June 16, 2017 at 8:10 AM Thank you so very much Debbie.

Gayle Rodd April 12, 2017 at 7:15 AM Oh so lucky is the recipient of these glorious words! A true "7" Chris Green April 12, 2017 at 8:26 AM Thank you so very much Gayle for reading this extremely long winded poem of mine. I am so thrilled you enjoyed it.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders February 10, 2017 at 8:50 PM Simply beautiful and a must for my faves! L&B, Rhonda Chris Green February 13, 2017 at 12:06 PM Thank you so very much Rhonda for your kindness. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one.

Jeanie Bennett February 10, 2017 at 4:24 PM BEAUTIFUL !! Chris Green February 10, 2017 at 5:08 PM Thank you so very much Jeanie.

Alan L Boles February 4, 2017 at 2:16 PM nicely done Chris Green February 6, 2017 at 8:44 AM Thanks so very much Alan.

Claudia Polydoro January 22, 2017 at 7:43 AM This is such a beautiful and inspiring poem, Chris, I totally loved it... Hugs :) Chris Green January 23, 2017 at 8:23 AM Thank you so very much Claudia. I am happy you enjoyed this one.

Robert Lindley January 18, 2017 at 8:57 AM I've just this morn found and read his obvious masterpiece of poetry. I agree with the previous comments of praise showered upon this gem! Chris, Thy talent reaches the clouds. Wrap thy head in poetic shrouds. Let thy pen with jeweled verses fly. Accept deserved praise, not asking why. A7, a fav.. Chris Green January 18, 2017 at 11:10 AM Thank you so very much Robert for your kind words. I am happy you found this one and enjoyed it.

John Fleming January 15, 2017 at 7:41 PM An undoubted masterpiece, Chris - Most impressive! Great poetry...Really did enjoy every verse! All the best, Chris - Cheers! :) john Chris Green January 16, 2017 at 8:10 AM Thank so much John for your nice comment on my poem. I appreciate your visit.

Dale Bronson January 14, 2017 at 12:44 AM simply amazing, one of the best i've read... Chris Green January 16, 2017 at 8:09 AM Thanks so very much Dale, I am thrilled you liked this one

James Horn January 13, 2017 at 7:20 PM This is undoubtedly, truly an incredible poem. Chris Green January 16, 2017 at 8:09 AM Thanks so very much James for your kind thoughts.

Joe Maverick January 13, 2017 at 5:34 PM Well done on potd Chris, I read it through & thought you did well over the length o this to keep it focused and deliver a good message.' Chris Green January 16, 2017 at 8:09 AM Thanks so very much Joe, I am thrilled you enjoyed this

Akkina Downing January 13, 2017 at 4:38 PM Rain on the valley of passion... Beautiful line! Chris this is a great long master piece for sure. I really really enjoyed it :) A fave :) Chris Green January 16, 2017 at 8:08 AM Thank you so very much Akkina for your kind words.

Bernardo F. Asuncion January 13, 2017 at 4:22 PM Well-writte, Chris++++++++ Congrats on being selected for the day+++++++ Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 4:30 PM Thanks so very much Bernard. I am happy you liked this one

Freddie Robinson Jr. January 13, 2017 at 2:36 PM I'm w/Sunlite Wanter. A masterpiece, Chris. Too long ... nah, you served it the way I like it. The way I eat my big bowl of cereal in nice, bite-size spoonful. The quatrain is the perfect form for long poems. Mesmerizing poetry. Beautiful as all outdoors. Congrats on POTD. Love and peace to you. Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 3:03 PM Thanks so much Freddie, I wasn't really sure about posting this in the first place. I am beyond thrilled that you and so many others enjoyed it. Thank you for always being so kind and encouraging.

Elizabeth Kinch January 13, 2017 at 2:22 PM Totally agree....a masterpiece. Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 3:02 PM Thank you so very much Elizabeth. I am happy you liked this one.

Sunlite Wanter January 13, 2017 at 9:46 AM "Masterpiece" is the word for it! I had the same experience reading it that The Seeker had - divine love and human love in juxtaposition. Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 10:22 AM Hi there neighbor. :) Thanks so very much Sunlite and I truly appreciate the masterpiece comment, I am glad you find it that way. To me it is just a long poem that I got carried away with on a day when I let my mind and my soul share the pen. Thank you again my friend, I always look forward to your visits.

Alexis Y. January 13, 2017 at 8:56 AM Hi Chris, I'm not surprised one bit that you got such an honor with this beautiful masterpiece. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved:-) Alexis Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 10:18 AM Thanks so much again my sweet friend. I appreciate your kindness.

Agnes Krampe January 13, 2017 at 8:26 AM Congrats on POTD, Chris. There's a beautiful rhythm to your words, this should be a song. Agnes Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 8:31 AM Thanks so very much my friend. I am shocked on two fronts, that o many people chose to read this extremely long poem and now the POTD. Wow, I appreciate you Agnes for taking the time to read this and to leave such a nice comment for me.

Charlie Smith January 13, 2017 at 6:51 AM Wonderful piece Chris, congratulations for POTD honors... Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 8:18 AM Thanks so much Charlie.

Gary Smith January 13, 2017 at 6:04 AM Excellent Poem Chris, a joy to read :) Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 8:18 AM Thanks so much Gary. I am happy you enjoyed this

Anne-Lise Andresen January 13, 2017 at 5:38 AM - A beautiful poem that flows so easily through each verse ... one of the best I've read in a long time - Congratulation on your p.o.t.d., Chris - A BIG 7 !!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :) .... Happy weekend :) Chris Green January 13, 2017 at 8:17 AM Thank you so very much Anne-Lise, that is such a nice thing to say to me.

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