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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 Date: 2/17/2020 8:30:00 AM I enjoyed reading this one again. Hugs Rick. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 2/18/2020 7:28:00 PM Thank you again Rick :)

Richard Lamoureux Date: 4/28/2018 8:49:00 AM What an amazing piece. I’m glad I stopped by today. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 4/28/2018 2:23:00 PM I am too :) Thank you Rick.

Wendy Nipas Date: 4/19/2018 12:17:00 PM Beautiful, but sad at the same time. I love your use of words, thank you. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 4/19/2018 2:36:00 PM Thanks so much Wendy :)

Maria Williams Date: 4/13/2018 6:19:00 PM I enjoyed this lovely descriptive Pantoum, congratulations on your marvelous win....Maria xx Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 4/14/2018 8:43:00 AM Morning Maria :) Thank you very much Lady ;)

Line Gauthier Date: 4/8/2018 10:02:00 PM Congrats on your win, Shadow. Beautiful pantoum. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 4/9/2018 9:47:00 AM Good morning Line. Thanks so much!

DM Babbit Date: 4/4/2018 9:03:00 AM Beauty too often is unseen or found too late. Such a wonderful turn around on the beauty of life. TY Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 4/5/2018 10:41:00 AM Thank you very much DM

Susan Gentry Date: 3/27/2018 9:02:00 PM Congratulations on your win! A wonderful Pantoum. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 10:15:00 PM Hi Susan. Thanks so much :)

Susan Ashley Date: 3/27/2018 7:25:00 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 Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 10:15:00 PM Susan you nailed the meaning directly on the head! I'm very happy you got it. Thank you!

Carrie Richards Date: 3/27/2018 6:03:00 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! Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 10:14:00 PM Thanks for that Carrie. I was not happy with the end result but that makes me feel better.

Jan Allison Date: 3/27/2018 4:04:00 PM a perfectly penned pantoum poem Shadow! many congrats on your win:-) hugs jan xx Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 4:29:00 PM Ahh a visit from royalty! I am humbled dear Lady. Thank you ;•»

Silent One Date: 3/27/2018 2:17:00 PM I do love a pantoum and this one flows really well... Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 4:26:00 PM Hi there S1. Thank you kindly sir ;)

Eve Roper Date: 3/27/2018 12:34:00 PM Congratulations on your win , sweet lady, enjoyed reading! Have a nice Easter Hugs Eve ~`* Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 4:26:00 PM Hello Eve :) thanks so much my talented friend!

Beautiful Scars Date: 3/27/2018 9:55:00 AM i love the name and that first stanza is amazing. great pantoum... thank you and congratulations :)-luloo Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 11:27:00 AM Thank you so very much LuLoo!

Michelle Faulkner Date: 3/27/2018 8:40:00 AM So moving - lovely! Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 9:27:00 AM Thank you Michelle :)

Lisa Ricci Date: 3/27/2018 5:32:00 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. Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 8:07:00 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 Date: 3/26/2018 8:47:00 PM Another perfect pantoum flowed wonderfully! Going to have another go... Mick Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 8:03:00 AM Well thank you sir! Good morning Mick :)

Probir Gupta Date: 3/26/2018 8:45:00 PM Enjoyed reading the nice pantoum ... Login to Reply FJ Thomas Date: 3/27/2018 8:03:00 AM Thank you very much Probir :)