FJ Thomas Poet Pantoum

Stone Rose

I remember those days when I'd pray it would rain
My heart then a vibrant flower in full bloom
I recall the drops hiding tears from unending pain
Trying to mask the scent of betrayal's perfume 

My heart then a vibrant flower in full bloom
She forgave freely without regard for her sanity 
Trying to mask the scent of betrayal's perfume 
Her petals slowly petrify surrounded by inanity 

She forgave freely without regard for her sanity 
Though that flower still holds her beautiful pose
Her petals slowly petrify surrounded by inanity 
They can no longer get to that perfect stone rose 

Though that flower still holds her beautiful pose
I recall the drops hiding tears from unending pain
They can no longer get to that perfect stone rose 
I remember those days when I'd pray it would rain


10/13/2016

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Richard Lamoureux February 17, 2020 at 8:30 AM I enjoyed reading this one again. Hugs Rick. FJ Thomas February 18, 2020 at 7:28 PM Thank you again Rick :)

Richard Lamoureux April 28, 2018 at 8:49 AM What an amazing piece. I’m glad I stopped by today. FJ Thomas April 28, 2018 at 2:23 PM I am too :) Thank you Rick.

Wendy Nipas April 19, 2018 at 12:17 PM Beautiful, but sad at the same time. I love your use of words, thank you. FJ Thomas April 19, 2018 at 2:36 PM Thanks so much Wendy :)

Maria Williams April 13, 2018 at 6:19 PM I enjoyed this lovely descriptive Pantoum, congratulations on your marvelous win....Maria xx FJ Thomas April 14, 2018 at 8:43 AM Morning Maria :) Thank you very much Lady ;)

Line Gauthier April 8, 2018 at 10:02 PM Congrats on your win, Shadow. Beautiful pantoum. FJ Thomas April 9, 2018 at 9:47 AM Good morning Line. Thanks so much!

DM Babbit April 4, 2018 at 9:03 AM Beauty too often is unseen or found too late. Such a wonderful turn around on the beauty of life. TY FJ Thomas April 5, 2018 at 10:41 AM Thank you very much DM

Susan Gentry March 27, 2018 at 9:02 PM Congratulations on your win! A wonderful Pantoum. FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 10:15 PM Hi Susan. Thanks so much :)

Susan Ashley March 27, 2018 at 7:25 PM Your beautiful title and melancholy poem conveys a sad hardening of a tender heart, which is very sad indeed, Shadow. Your poetic lines are beautifully poignant, especially the last.. congratulations on your wonderful win! Warmest wishes. ~Susan FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 10:15 PM Susan you nailed the meaning directly on the head! I'm very happy you got it. Thank you!

Carrie Richards March 27, 2018 at 6:03 PM You have woven a personal story, and the last line couldn't have been a better finale' to your deeply moving poem :) Congratulations Shadow! FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 10:14 PM Thanks for that Carrie. I was not happy with the end result but that makes me feel better.

Jan Allison March 27, 2018 at 4:04 PM a perfectly penned pantoum poem Shadow! many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 4:29 PM Ahh a visit from royalty! I am humbled dear Lady. Thank you ;•»

Silent One March 27, 2018 at 2:17 PM I do love a pantoum and this one flows really well... FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 4:26 PM Hi there S1. Thank you kindly sir ;)

Eve Roper March 27, 2018 at 12:34 PM Congratulations on your win , sweet lady, enjoyed reading! Have a nice Easter Hugs Eve ~`* FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 4:26 PM Hello Eve :) thanks so much my talented friend!

Beautiful Scars March 27, 2018 at 9:55 AM i love the name and that first stanza is amazing. great pantoum... thank you and congratulations :)-luloo FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 11:27 AM Thank you so very much LuLoo!

Michelle Faulkner March 27, 2018 at 8:40 AM So moving - lovely! FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 9:27 AM Thank you Michelle :)

Lisa Ricci March 27, 2018 at 5:32 AM Good Morning Shadow Your pantoum format looks in wonderful form. I enjoy titles and I very much liked your title for I found it poetic all on its own. Marvelous work in all areas including the voice and tone. FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 8:07 AM Thank you Lisa :) I do hope to be able to comment on your poetry soon. Your works are quite beautiful. Please consider allowing it. I did see your blog and look forward to seeing the wonderful comments you will get. ...and ignoring any stupid ones lol.

Mick Talbot March 26, 2018 at 8:47 PM Another perfect pantoum flowed wonderfully! Going to have another go... Mick FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 8:03 AM Well thank you sir! Good morning Mick :)

Probir Gupta March 26, 2018 at 8:45 PM Enjoyed reading the nice pantoum ... FJ Thomas March 27, 2018 at 8:03 AM Thank you very much Probir :)