The Devil's Dance

It's the devil's dance, he is a chancer,
As he tries to take this life to cancer.
The news to fill your heart with dread,
As you, process words inside your head.

This news it brings a bitter sting,
The devil's joy that fate can bring.
He's a chancer bold in every way,
In truth, your thoughts, filled with dismay.

We face this news as laughter dies,
With a heavy heart and teary eyes.
The tears that run they stain our cheeks.
His vice like grip, the devil, speaks.

Your thoughts they turn to hope and fear,
This devil's waltz, so insincere.
As he leads and takes you by the hand,
Our teardrops fall in no-man's-land.

For though he leads you in a trance,
Transfixed within, this devils dance.
It's the fear of knowing the unknown,
A life once had is overthrown.

Leads up a path where no one plays,
It's dark and lonely passageways.
"Your life," he taunts a mocking cheer,
"Is but a game." to draw you near!

I let him waltz and play his hand,
I'll find the strength to make a stand.
My life is worth more than his game.
Where angels fly I'll stake my claim.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Kaufman Avatar
March 7, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Dear Sean, A late congratulations for the honor of POTW. I am most impressed with how cleverly you penned the metaphoric "Dance with the devil". Receiving the diagnosis of cancer is so frightening. May God give you the strength to heal. Blessings
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March 2, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Such a heartfelt, real, honest write Sean. Congratulations on POTW so well deserved my friend…..Keep up that attitude and find that strength to make a stand! I wish you well….Cuddles….Debx
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January 31, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Congratulations Sean on your POTW, wishing you well.
Andresen Avatar
January 30, 2025 at 2:06 AM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.w., Sean :) - Wishing you a speedy recovery :) -
Wilde Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 9:44 PM
I am truly overwhelmed by all the love and support. POTW!!! I really am over the moon. I am still in hospital, unfortunately my diagnosis isn't good, but believe me I am fighting the fight! There is plenty of fight in this dog!! Many thanks to you all. Sending you all love and light.
Greenhough Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Congratulations on POTW. It gives hope.
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January 27, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Congrats on POTW!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 27, 2025 at 12:55 PM
I know several with cancer now - 3 have breast cancer (including one male). This emotive write is cathartic and hope filled. Prayers for you, Sean!
Rodgers Avatar
January 27, 2025 at 4:42 AM
Hello Sean, I am sorry to hear about your cancer and your poem is so full of strength and hope. I am so happy that you received POTW for such a deserving write! Praying for your recovery! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel
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January 26, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Dear Sean, so sorry to hear that you're in the hospital and you've been diagnosed with cancer. You're finding your strength, my dear friend. Keep fighting. Your thoughts caress gently around me and my heart. Congratulations on Poem of the Week. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
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January 26, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Wishing you well, Sean , congratulations on poet of the week.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 26, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Congratulations on your POTW win. What a wonderful write. May I say, Dance with God and be well. Have a blessed day writing away...............
Kitchin Avatar
January 26, 2025 at 5:16 AM
Sean, a powerful poem, so well penned. I am sorry to hear you are in the hospital and fighting cancer. I hope you kick that devil to the curb. Congratulations on POTW.
Jones Avatar
January 26, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Sorry you’re in the hospital. I’ll pray you continue to kick cancer’s azz! Your poem is like a fight song and has courage and fire for all despite diagnosis or lack of. Just keep on writing and winning! Congratulations on potw!
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January 26, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Sorry to hear that you're in hospital Sean, I hope that your treatment goes well for you. Congratulations to you on the honour of POTW. Tom
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January 26, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Wishing you well Sean, congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the week… Beryl
Bartley Avatar
January 22, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Love the ending staking your claim in Heaven. Bless you. Thanks for sharing.
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January 22, 2025 at 10:27 AM
If I copy a piece that is my highest form of a compliment. I was half way through when I made that decision. Mastterfull. The rhyming show the face of the muse inside you.
Wilde Avatar
January 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Thank you John. I have just been diagnosed with cancer and I'm currently in a hospital bed and have penned this over a number of days. The real battle starts now and I thank you for your kind words and support.
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