Hilda Greenhough Poet Rhyme Royal

Stifled Dreams

The life that's long brings to a man a change
Of those traditions then to modern thrill.
May journeys, that we're staid, now rearrange
To open thoughts and chance for a new skill.
Does work march on by rules of a new drill?

The World turns man like marbles in a jar,
And leaves him searching for a perfect star.

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David Crandall June 11, 2024 at 9:30 PM Interesting poem, Hilda. It reminds me of how I feel in retirement. After focusing only on my job for 40 years, now, I can broaden my scope and look at the whole world, like marbles, searching for something. Hilda Greenhough June 12, 2024 at 6:10 AM I hope you find what you are looking for. Best wishes.

Cynthia Vipond April 15, 2024 at 10:10 PM I love the sweet depth of this! Cx Hilda Greenhough April 15, 2024 at 11:02 PM Thank you very much.

Paula Goldsmith April 14, 2024 at 8:51 AM I enjoyed reading your wonderful write. Great Ending... Have a blessed day writing away........ Hilda Greenhough April 15, 2024 at 9:38 AM Thank you Paula. This was my first rhyme royal.

Charlotte Puddifoot April 2, 2024 at 5:26 AM i enjoyed this one, particularly the last two lines - it's a very strong closure...thanks for visiting and commenting on my work Hilda Greenhough April 2, 2024 at 7:15 AM Thank you for visiting. I'm honored that you liked it.

Valsa George April 1, 2024 at 8:51 PM This is a poem that invokes profound thoughts, dear Hilda. What is man's place in the modern world...... isn't he like marbles in a jar? We have to change according to the demands of the time and learn new skills! Hilda Greenhough April 1, 2024 at 9:02 PM It seems so. Most of us get tired of it though. Thank you for visiting.

Joseph P. DiMino March 31, 2024 at 5:12 AM Very beautiful writing, Hilda; we are forever searching. Searching the distance heavens for our perfect star...too often ignoring the dear light within -- outshining all our man made glitters. Your write really god me thinking. Have a great day my friend. Hilda Greenhough March 31, 2024 at 7:06 AM Thank you.

Sotto Poet March 30, 2024 at 3:51 PM The ups and downs of life's journey are beautifully reflected in your poems, Hilda. The deep wisdom that was incorporated within your poetry was very appreciated. Hilda Greenhough March 30, 2024 at 8:25 PM Thank you. We live in a competitive world.

Heidi Sands March 28, 2024 at 2:16 PM Like marbles in a jar...I like that. Good poem :) Hilda Greenhough March 28, 2024 at 6:42 PM Thank you

Panagiota Romios March 27, 2024 at 10:21 AM Beautiful all the way thriugh, I’m with Karen on the last two lines! Pangie Hilda Greenhough March 27, 2024 at 10:57 AM Thank you for your input. The last two lines pretty much sums it up.

Karen Jones March 24, 2024 at 11:19 PM The last two lines sum up the poem perfectly! Enjoyed reading Hilda! Hilda Greenhough March 25, 2024 at 12:27 AM Thank you.

Anne-Lise Andresen March 23, 2024 at 7:33 AM - Definitely something to think about, Hilda - Well written...the last two lines are excellent :) - hugs Hilda Greenhough March 23, 2024 at 12:51 PM Thank you for your encouragement.

Bill Baker March 22, 2024 at 5:17 PM Intriguing poetry, Hilda. Life can certainly thrill and disappoint us as we travel through life. Have a pleasant weekend, my friend. Bill Hilda Greenhough March 22, 2024 at 7:40 PM Thank you. Sending hugs.

David Fisher March 22, 2024 at 4:49 PM Enjoyed the depth of your poem. I've been thinking similar thoughts(yet I haven't thought poetically about them); I'm glad to see how well you put them into a short rhyme. Hilda Greenhough March 22, 2024 at 7:39 PM Thank you for reading it.

Vijay Pandit March 22, 2024 at 7:34 AM So very beautiful--in content and tone. A delightful poem Hilda. Much enjoyed the voice and depth. Hilda Greenhough March 22, 2024 at 8:43 AM Thank you very much.

Ink Empress March 22, 2024 at 5:19 AM Dear hilda, what a deeply meaningful write this is, i must also highlight and appreciate your rhymes and flow of your well articulated lines as well as how youv delivered this really is brilliant . I especially loved the last two lines, left an impression, so poetically moving! Pleasure always reading your work. Sending you light always Hilda Greenhough March 22, 2024 at 7:00 AM Thank you for your kind words. Have a pleasant weekend.

Victor Buhagiar March 22, 2024 at 2:31 AM Great rhyming in this poem. Loved reading it. Hilda Greenhough March 22, 2024 at 6:58 AM Thank you, Victor.

Gershon Wolf March 21, 2024 at 8:46 PM 'like marbles in a jar' rings my bell. Kudos, Hilda. Hilda Greenhough March 21, 2024 at 10:01 PM Thank you.

Evelyn Judy Buehler March 21, 2024 at 7:55 PM Hilda, in this poem, your thoughts are expressed in such a lovely fashion. This is a fave. :) Hilda Greenhough March 21, 2024 at 8:20 PM Thank you. Have a nice weekend.

Susan Ashley March 21, 2024 at 8:39 AM Dear Hilda, your excellent poem is a deep, thought-provoking and beautifully expressed poetic gem. Your last two lines are especially profound. May we continue to dreams and wish upon stars. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan Hilda Greenhough March 21, 2024 at 8:46 AM Thank you. I appreciate the very encouraging comments. Warmest wishes to you.

Gary Radice March 21, 2024 at 2:52 AM As time marches on I often feel I’m playing a game I don’t know the rules of and losing my own marbles as a result. :) Cheers - Gary Hilda Greenhough March 21, 2024 at 3:55 AM Thank you for reading my poem.

Zyrool Gifford March 20, 2024 at 4:45 PM Me too, It’s nice to support each other, I feel. Enjoy your evening. Hilda Greenhough March 20, 2024 at 5:36 PM Thank you.

Zyrool Gifford March 20, 2024 at 3:55 PM So true, I like the part of marbles in a jar, Searching takes a lifetime. Beautifully said. Hilda Greenhough March 20, 2024 at 4:09 PM Thank you. I always like hearing from people I am following.

Paige Hind March 20, 2024 at 3:49 PM So true, unfortunately. The rhyming flows well in this... :) Hilda Greenhough March 20, 2024 at 4:08 PM Thank you. I had to remember iambic pentameter.

Jerry Brotherton March 20, 2024 at 2:45 PM A lovely and though-provoking write, my friend. Have a wonderful evening, Hilda. Hilda Greenhough March 20, 2024 at 4:07 PM Thank you. Take care.

Joseph P. DiMino March 20, 2024 at 1:17 PM I think after all is said and done, searching...best sums it all up. Forever searching...trying to developed philosophies, understandings that allow is to peer around, split the curtain and transcend the mysteries of life and death. Excellent read! Hilda Greenhough March 20, 2024 at 2:34 PM I'm glad you liked it. Searching is a lifetime job.

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