The Edge

The edge is there so some can find their way,
With eyes behind the thoughts that lead them there.
No one can see the price that they must pay,
Or hear the truth that lies within their prayer.
Dreams could be all the dreamer has for years.
Misunderstood and damned by fools, "that know,"
Of nothing but their own misguided fears,
And clouds that veil the dreamer's inner glow.
Integrity may wear an overcoat,
To hide the wings that one day will unfold,
And soar above or only learn to float.
Their never ending story will be told.
      The edge is there to teach, We can't deny.
      And some will simply fall while others fly.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2014



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Date: 9/9/2016 8:47:00 PM
Instructive, well-written sonnet. :-)
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Date: 6/23/2014 7:19:00 AM
Enjoyed reading your very informative and educational sonnet..I hope that I am finally away from the edge and living toward the center of myself and in touch with God..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara
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Robert Nehls
Date: 6/24/2014 11:25:00 AM
That is certainly the goal, isn't it, Sara. I'm glad you liked it my friend.... Robert.
Date: 6/8/2014 10:07:00 PM
Robert What an emotional poem full of heart and feeling. A great message is written in there. Thank you for the nice comment on my Futures In Your Heart poem.
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Robert Nehls
Date: 6/9/2014 2:50:00 AM
Once again, thanks Robin. There are so many poems here at the soup and I really appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on mine....Robert.
Date: 6/4/2014 6:01:00 PM
that is great, the last two lines summed it up nicely, very well wrote Robert.
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Robert Nehls
Date: 6/5/2014 5:27:00 AM
Hi again Casarah. Thanks so much for reading my poetry. It is such a blessing to be part of this great Poetry Soup family. As always I appreciate your thoughts and comments. Robert.
Date: 6/3/2014 6:35:00 PM
Silent birds fly , the learned ask not why... Love this write my friend!!! Bravooo!!!
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Robert Nehls
Date: 6/4/2014 9:44:00 AM
Thanks Robert. And thanks for reading my poetry. This is such a great place to call home. Have a great day. Robert.
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