Andrew Fairchild Poet Sonnet

Sonnet 28 'I Think I Know the Name of Purity'

I think I know the Name of Purity,
It is Your Name -- it holds clear water well!
A Chalice carved almost to shattering,
A white rose, that alone, grows in the dell
With drops of ice adorning its still face
The warmth of heart that comes with falling snow
The few flakes that adorn your lashes, by grace
Delightful cold that creeps up from below
Loquacity that speaks only the Truth,
Amazed by every small, delightful thing
Ubiquitous praise and unbroken Youth
Right Trust, that gave your finger to the Ring
Inevitable Joy, and whispered Love
E'er faithful, that this all is from Above.

2/11/2019

Submitted for:  Standard Poetry Contest 175

Sponsored by:  Brian Strand

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Darlene De Beaulieu March 4, 2019 at 5:48 PM Hello Andrew, congrate, for POD. A lovely poem. I like the way you wrote about purity,and the way you described the water. Have a a nice evening my friend.

Robert Lindley February 25, 2019 at 7:50 AM My friend, so many exceptional verses that bring the reader in with the excellent flow, depths, beauty and inspiring aura of this gem! Congratulations on POTD being awarded this fantastic piece! A fav.. - a true gem.. Andrew Fairchild February 25, 2019 at 8:13 AM Thank You, Sir!

Silent One February 14, 2019 at 1:18 PM Great sonnet and congrats on POTD Andrew Fairchild February 15, 2019 at 12:59 AM That you very much!

Jennifer Proxenos February 13, 2019 at 11:16 PM Congratulations Andrew on being bestowed HOTD with this beautiful poem, very well done. Poetry Hugs, Jennifer. Andrew Fairchild February 14, 2019 at 12:28 AM Thank You! I am really pleasantly surprised!

Brandy Nicole February 13, 2019 at 10:56 PM Your thoughts caress the page with such elegance and grace. This is beautiful in so many ways. "Purity" truly speaks for itself. Indeed!! Congratulations Andrew, on Poem of the Day. :) Brandy Andrew Fairchild February 14, 2019 at 12:27 AM Thank You! I appreciate your reading it!

Sherry Asbury February 13, 2019 at 6:49 PM Very lovely sonnet. Speaks of a snow queen who is beautiful and blessed. Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 9:16 PM And she had a heart of warm liquid diamond! Thanks so much! Glad you like it!

Constance La France February 13, 2019 at 6:05 PM Andrew, congratulations on having your wonderful poem selected as POTD, enjoy the honor~ Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 9:15 PM Thanks so very much! It IS an honor!

Teslim Yahya February 13, 2019 at 4:38 PM A very wonderfully penned poem! Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 9:14 PM Thank You :-)

Okonkwo Ifeanyichukwu February 13, 2019 at 3:11 PM Andrew your poem of the day came just as I expected it. Your poem is warmly adorable to the eyes of readers. I love this lines.... I think I know the Name of Purity, It is Your Name -- it holds clear water well! A Chalice carved almost to shattering, A white rose, that alone, grows in the dell With drops of ice adorning its still face The warmth of heart that comes with falling snow..... Congratulations. Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 4:45 PM How kind of you to say you expected it! Thank you so very much. I am a great admirer of your own work!

P.S. Awtry February 13, 2019 at 2:41 PM I thought I had commented on this beauty previously... This has a classical feel and a sacredness about it. So happy to see it honored as POTD! Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 4:46 PM Thank you so much! I always value your opinion and support!

Jan Allison February 13, 2019 at 2:31 PM what a sweet sonnet, many congrats on POTD and have a happy valentine's day tomorrow:-) hugs Jan xx Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 9:16 PM Thanks so much!

Anne-Lise Andresen February 13, 2019 at 12:18 PM - A lovely and sweet poem, Andrew :) - Congratulations on your p.o.d.t. :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 12:21 PM That's very kind! Thanks!

Winged Warrior February 13, 2019 at 10:05 AM Pure Poetry!...Congrats!!! on POTD!! Andrew...love & light...^WW^ Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:24 AM Thank You!

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart February 13, 2019 at 9:52 AM Congratulations on POTD Andrew! xomo :) Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:23 AM Thank You!

Sunlite Wanter February 13, 2019 at 9:44 AM A pure love sonnet the day before Valentine's! Congratulations! Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:22 AM Aw. That's very nice! Thank You! She was my Joy!

Bobby May February 13, 2019 at 9:29 AM Well done Andrew congratulations on POTD! Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:21 AM Thank You!

Heidi Sands February 13, 2019 at 8:58 AM Congratulations for POTD :) Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:20 AM Thanks for taking the time to say so!

Susan Ashley February 13, 2019 at 7:23 AM The beauty of your sonnet touches me deeply, Andrew, with lustrous loving imagery that shines in every verse. Congratulations on your wonderful and well deserved recognition with POTD honors. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 11:20 AM How very grateful I am, that it spoke to you. Thank You!

Charlie Smith February 13, 2019 at 6:39 AM Terrific Andrew, congratulations for POTD honors, well deserved... Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 6:40 AM Thank you so much. I'm still surprised and pleased!

Elaine George February 13, 2019 at 4:11 AM P.S. This one goes to my fav list. Elaine Andrew Fairchild February 13, 2019 at 4:17 AM That's really wonderful! Thank you very much!

David Drowley February 12, 2019 at 12:58 PM Andrew, Congratulations on our win! Thanks for the credit to Above! David Andrew Fairchild February 12, 2019 at 1:02 PM Thank You! Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow!

Line Gauthier February 11, 2019 at 7:27 AM Lovely rhythm, Andrew. Andrew Fairchild February 11, 2019 at 10:22 AM Thanks, Line!