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  1-1-19
  Rhyme Time 7- Deep and Dark Contest
  Sponsor: Lu Loo

The Depth of Death

As a soul free falls into the celestial mist
 A distant star will dim its light
 Its luster vanishing into a black hole's grist,
 Yet dawn will inhale a cosmic breath
 To ease the darkness of the depth of death
 As the soul takes perpetual flight

 How deep the grief which brings the tears
 And heavy the heart laden with sorrow
 Yet the pain will surpass the years
 As the depths of despair take its toll
 Shattering what was once whole
 And scattering the pieces into the morrow
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Turner Avatar
November 23, 2023 at 6:02 AM
Congratulations Joseph on having your poem featured on the home page:)
Nicole Avatar
January 15, 2019 at 6:57 PM
This tugs at my heart. I feel each word, every emotion so deeply. Reading this again, and still this thought- "A distant star will dim its light" wraps gently around me. Congratulations Joseph, on this win. ~ Brandy
Callus Avatar
January 15, 2019 at 4:16 PM
Writing about death can in come many forms, Joseph. You ably tackled yours with a balanced emotional display. Congratulations on placing first. Regards // paul
May Avatar
January 15, 2019 at 4:46 PM
Thank you Paul
Proxenos Avatar
January 14, 2019 at 11:56 PM
A beautiful poem Joseph and such deep depth into death or what death could be like - the way you describe it is like a journey to look forward to! Excellent write and congratulations galore for a much deserved 1st placing. Poetry hugs, Jennifer.
May Avatar
January 15, 2019 at 4:45 PM
Thank you Jennifer.. Not a joyful journey
Nicole Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 9:50 PM
"A distant star will dim its light" This thought touches me so deeply, and in many ways. Even with a touch of sadness, this is beautiful and tender. ~ Brandy
May Avatar
January 15, 2019 at 4:43 PM
Thank you Brandy
Dietrich Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 1:00 PM
but was I right about that? There were at least five titles . Anyway, I see you retitled it, so I must have been right!!
May Avatar
January 2, 2019 at 2:06 PM
Yes you were Andrea..thanks
Dietrich Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 6:28 PM
Is this one for Lu Loo's contest? You did a great job with the rhyme scheme. I did not recall scattered pieces as one of the given themes. I think you are the first one I have read that chose that theme You did it well.
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 8:05 PM
Thank you Andrea, I will have to change title..hugs
Hamilton Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 10:25 AM
This is a great example of a difficult rhyme scheme working. You must have a keen mind to work up a beautiful write like this, beyond my capabilities. You're on the top of your game with this write Joseph!
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 12:46 PM
Thank you John..I think you could do this with ease!...Have a wonderful and blessed New Year..
Onclaud Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 9:54 AM
a beautiful sliver of john of the cross' ' dark night of the soul...' very good write, joseph.... happy 2019 and hugggs
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 12:43 PM
Thank you Nette..Happy 2019..
Pandit Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 7:35 AM
A saddened tone.. but excellent flow and rhythm..and so many powerful lines. An exceptional poem, Joseph.
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 8:10 AM
Thank you Vijay..Happy New Year!
Daniel Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 7:17 AM
This is just what Luloo will love, Joseph:) have a wonderful and a blessed New Year:)
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 8:09 AM
Thank you Jo...Have a Happy and blessed New Year!..
One Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 7:01 AM
Full of sadness this one Joseph, especially that last stanza.. Have a great 201..
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 8:08 AM
Thank you Silent One..Happy New Year..
Vaso Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 2:13 AM
am not sure how one explains this, but some poets I just like their style of writing, even they write in many different forms, you are one of them! Happy New years!
May Avatar
January 1, 2019 at 6:43 AM
Thank you Arthur, Happy New Year!
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