The Bell Tolls - Any Topic Any Form

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I
F
only I
could navigate
to stay so far away
from the idle brambles.
Transcending into oblivion.
Melding onward in transition,
Forcibly blocked continuance,
A mouse stymied in a maze.
Not any forward progression
My endeavour, to look back,
To retrace the journey so far.
Abandon the will to proceed.
Return from whence we were.
No wise, guiding light to follow.
Search for a better way forward.
Seeking from my Spirit in the sky.
He releases the confusion suffered.
Leading from this halted way of life.
Still illuminates His pathways onward.
For eternal bliss is granted by His presence.
Freedom unhindered by God’s Almighty Grace.
As He makes the bell toll for me as He rings it with 
His
Love
!

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Sotto Poet

Date: 9/21/2023 6:06:00 PM

Dear SV, your exceptional piece on a great subject was truly enlightening. The vivid imagery, skillful employment of metaphors, and compelling arguments showcased in your writing are truly magnificent. Congratulations on your well-deserved win.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 9/21/2023 7:22:00 PM

Thank you SP

Silent One

Date: 9/16/2023 8:59:00 AM

This is very creative, cant be easy to do a shape poem with impactful poetry, but thats what you have done here... lovely poem and great design.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 9/16/2023 10:35:00 AM

Thank you so very much. With a big shape such as a heart or a bell it isn't that hard. You plan it in your mind as you compose each line knowing how much space you have. The hard ones are the "skinny" parts (like a cat's tail or a swan's neck). Silent One I appreciate your comments. They are valued. Best wished SV

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/16/2023 7:07:00 AM

- What a beautiful bell poem, S.V. ... the shape is perfect - Best wishes in the contest ... Las will love this :) - hugs

Speaks Volumes
Date: 9/16/2023 10:39:00 AM

Glad you liked it Anne Lise.. I have no artistic talent, but one day I must get you to show me how you draw with typed characters to create the wonderful drawings you & Las do. I honestly think you must need the ability to draw well, which I don't have. Thanks for your kind words - always appreciated.

Valsa George

Date: 9/16/2023 4:40:00 AM

So lovely! When He directs, the path however murky gets cleared. This abidance in Him is the saving grace in your life. Great creativity and a lovely poem. In your strict adherence to the shape, you haven't marred the beauty and profundity of the poem in any way. I am sure this is going to be placed high. All the Best.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 9/16/2023 5:33:00 AM

Said it before, and I really mean it, sweet one, the comments I get from my peers telling me that my work is OK is really what its all about. I am happy. Thanx for your lovely comment. Best wishes SV

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/16/2023 1:00:00 AM

Great shape. Alas that bell must always toll. One day it will toll for all of us.

Speaks Volumes
Date: 9/16/2023 3:52:00 AM

I think I shall experiment a bit more with shapes Victor. I am just waiting for a contest to come along that I can do a cat poem that I have been practicing. Thanks for your comment. Cheers SV