The Guiding Light


When my world grows dim, I trust the guiding light.
At times the world seems a lie, with nothing to believe.
Against a darkened sky a single flame burns bright.

Facts can obscure the truth when handled with slight,
for there is one among us who is working to deceive.
When my world grows dim, I trust the guiding light.

When I can't be certain of my left hand from my right,
because for all my years I'm still foolish and naive,
Against a darkened sky a single flame burns bright.

Weary from the battle though I think it worth the fight
to strengthen what remains for those here when I leave.
When my world grows dim, I trust the guiding light.

Stumbling in the darkness for faulty is my sight,
watching unravel before us more than we've achieved.
Against a darkened sky a single flame burns bright.

Afraid I have not the faith to walk when finally night,
I hear the familiar whisper, "only receive."
When my world grows dim, I trust the guiding light.
Against a darkened sky a single flame burns bright.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Roper Avatar
December 4, 2018 at 10:19 AM
I enjoyed reading , P.S. , very well written. It stirs a reader's imagination . Congratulations on your win!
Awtry Avatar
December 4, 2018 at 10:29 AM
Thank you Eve :)
Fairchild Avatar
November 25, 2018 at 5:33 AM
This reminds me so of Dylan Thomas' famous villanelle, 'Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night'. It's as good as his! It's also my favorite form. THANK you!
Awtry Avatar
November 25, 2018 at 8:21 AM
It was my first attempt with it. I am glad you liked my poem. You are too kind. :)
Radke Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 10:16 AM
This is quite beautiful. I, too, trust the guiding light. Congratulations on your win in the contest. My best. Deb
Awtry Avatar
November 17, 2018 at 10:58 AM
thank you, deb for your visit and kind words :)
Gauthier Avatar
November 11, 2018 at 7:32 PM
Well done, PS. Congrats on your win.
Awtry Avatar
November 11, 2018 at 8:04 PM
thanks Line :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
November 8, 2018 at 11:49 PM
Congratulations on hour wonderful win P.S. : )
Awtry Avatar
November 9, 2018 at 8:12 AM
Thank you, Connie :)
Medders Tobechi Avatar
November 8, 2018 at 6:36 PM
Your verses express how I feel most days. Well said and congratulations. Thanks for your entry.
Awtry Avatar
November 8, 2018 at 6:40 PM
Janis thank you for your visit and kind words and for challenging us with your contest :)
Krutsinger Avatar
November 2, 2018 at 4:15 AM
I had never really thought about what "A guiding light" meant. I always just thought "boring soap opera" before, but now you have enlightened me and entertained. Great job!
Awtry Avatar
November 2, 2018 at 9:18 AM
Thank you, Caren :)
Andresen Avatar
November 2, 2018 at 3:10 AM
- A wonderful writing ... it is always worth fighting - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Awtry Avatar
November 2, 2018 at 9:18 AM
Thank you, Anne-Lise :)
Godwin Avatar
November 1, 2018 at 10:45 PM
I enjoyed your beautiful lines, there impact enhanced in this form. It is a fun form to conquer and you did so. Much profound feel in this write that I'm sure most can relate to, I know I did. Best of luck in the contest and all else ... CayCay
Awtry Avatar
November 1, 2018 at 11:15 PM
Thank you, CayCay, for your visit and encouragement :)
Theraven Avatar
November 1, 2018 at 10:04 PM
I find your poem, "The Guiding Light", so refreshing! For as the world turns I see less and less of the bold and the beautiful in the world. Even the young & the restless struggle to find meaning in it. -Richard
Awtry Avatar
November 1, 2018 at 10:06 PM
you are so clever Richard :) thank you for the visit!
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