John Gondolf Poet Quatern

Souvenirs of Love

The souvenirs of love from long ago
are weighing heavy on my mind tonight;
my memories of when our love would glow
with fire and passion and the world seemed bright.

The newness of our union did create
the souvenirs of love from long ago
which now leaves my doubtful mind to debate
the failures made, and things I do not know.

Your abrupt departure was such a blow,
and leaving now my sad heart broken, and
the souvenirs of love from long ago 
reminders of our life together planned.

I ask you why you threw our love away,
and left my heart pending in life’s escrow;
forever doubtful is my mind to weigh 
the souvenirs of love from long ago.


January 25, 2018
Contest: One in Five
Sponsor: Joseph May

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Gregory Richard Barden February 15, 2018 at 10:57 PM All the best and big congrats on your wonderful win in Joseph's contest, John - blessings as always, my friend! :-) John Gondolf February 16, 2018 at 5:07 AM Thanks so much, Gregory.

Line Gauthier February 12, 2018 at 3:10 PM Congrats on your fine win, John. John Gondolf February 12, 2018 at 3:13 PM Thanks so much, Line

CayCay Godwin February 1, 2018 at 1:49 PM Almost song-like, so melancholy laced and moving. Your write touched me and said touch I suspect will linger awhile. Poetry hugs ... CayCay John Gondolf February 1, 2018 at 1:55 PM CayCay, I'm glad to hear that my words touched you but I hope I didn't leave you feeling melancholy. I am working on something a little more upbeat, check back tomorrow. John

Richard Lamoureux January 29, 2018 at 5:53 PM Another story masterfully expressed. John Gondolf January 29, 2018 at 10:27 PM Thanks so much, Richard.

Nette Onclaud January 28, 2018 at 2:59 AM straight from the heart; so atmospheric, nostalgic, john... all the best!..huggs John Gondolf January 28, 2018 at 6:41 AM Nette, thank you so much for your wonderful comment and visit. John

Andrea Dietrich January 27, 2018 at 9:04 PM You did very nicely with Joseph's form here, John. Good luck to you. I really want to do this one myself. I just can't seem to find time to do all the things I want to do these days!! John Gondolf January 27, 2018 at 9:31 PM Thanks so much, Andrea. I certainly understand the lack of time thing, I’m having the same problem myself and it will get worse score it gets better. John

Andrea Dietrich January 27, 2018 at 9:03 PM Don't worry, my friend (on the response to my Man poem) you ARE the exception!! John Gondolf January 27, 2018 at 9:34 PM Haha, I hope you know I made that comment tongue-in-cheek, but it’s nice to know I’m not placed in a stuffy box with the others! John

Susan Ashley January 27, 2018 at 8:09 PM Oh so sadly beautiful John. I love your rhyme scheme and the lovely rhythm of your write. A very heartfelt and tragic poem of lost love and a broken heart. Best wishes for a win.. ~Susan John Gondolf January 27, 2018 at 8:52 PM Thank you for your wonderful comments, Susan, your thoughts are always important to me. I appreciate your support and encouragement. John

Carl Jent January 26, 2018 at 9:32 AM This is such a nice poem, expression of love is clearly seen and well as the heartbreak. You indeed are a wonderful poet. Take care and keep writing. Wayne John Gondolf January 26, 2018 at 9:48 AM Thanks so much, Wayne, I appreciate your comments and encouragement. John

Carole Duet January 25, 2018 at 10:02 PM Great poem, John. Good luck in the contest. :) John Gondolf January 26, 2018 at 5:06 AM Thank you so much, Carole.

Rhoda Tripp January 25, 2018 at 5:48 PM Awwww. Emotionally overwrought with sadness is best descriptive of my feelings when I read this poem, John. So sad. Very awesome write. John Gondolf January 25, 2018 at 7:05 PM Thank you, Rhoda, I appreciate your comments and support. John

Heidi Sands January 25, 2018 at 10:36 AM Very well written. Good luck in the contest :) John Gondolf January 25, 2018 at 10:43 AM Thank you so much, Heidi.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart January 25, 2018 at 7:54 AM Oh wow. That produces a lump in the throat, well done! My best to you in the contest John. John Gondolf January 25, 2018 at 8:29 AM Maureen, thanks so much for your comments, I'm happy to know that I was able to convey those feelings through my writing. John

Tom Cunningham January 25, 2018 at 7:51 AM A beautiful poem from the heart John. Brilliantly done. Regards Tom John Gondolf January 25, 2018 at 8:28 AM Tom, thanks so much for your comments and taking the time to read my poetry. John Tom Cunningham January 25, 2018 at 7:55 AM I wish you well in the contest.