Triumph Over Pride

As darkness covers moonlit night stubbornness of will tracks the light-- and climbs upon iced mountain top, so near to fall, so quick flakes drop. This sense of pride now goes astray while new lunar moon guides the way; and as stars circle winter- air, I choose between hope or despair. Beyond this pale landscape appears, a gleaming flame till morning nears : Aware of what such folly brings... my heart triumphs when conceit flings: Now I accept humility which offers me gentility. ............................. 9/3/2019 Overcoming Mistakes Contest of Chantelle Anne Cooke
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Date: 9/18/2019 9:19:00 AM
A heartfelt poem Nette . Good to see you still on here as most of the poets have gone from a few years ago. Anne
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Date: 9/13/2019 4:18:00 PM
Wow...a wonderful poem Nette. Congrats on your win. a fav for me.
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Date: 9/12/2019 11:35:00 AM
Congratulations on your win, Better. Yes, humility is pacifying. Great message.
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Date: 9/12/2019 6:28:00 AM
As beautiful the title as the message and rhythm of the poem ... Congratulations ...
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Date: 9/11/2019 8:26:00 PM
I simply love this and hope to always remain humble as God wants me to be. God bless you dear :)
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Date: 9/11/2019 8:26:00 PM
Oh... Congratulations too
Date: 9/7/2019 7:27:00 PM
Hello nette … truly a beautiful poem with a positive message - well done nette - Lindsay
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Date: 9/7/2019 11:55:00 AM
Absolutely 100% right Nette, humility brings gentility - i love this thought and enjoyed your poem tremendously. Well penned my friend. hugs and blessings, jenn.
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Date: 9/4/2019 3:02:00 PM
Precious lessons are learned from enlightenment. Outstanding piece.
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Date: 9/4/2019 8:09:00 AM
perfection t its best :) loved this so much sweet Nette, you are so gifted :) I always adore your words, good luck :)-luloo
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Date: 9/4/2019 7:29:00 AM
I like the message of your poem--well done, Nette.
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Date: 9/4/2019 6:54:00 AM
Very well done Nette. Best wishes for a win. Hugs // Charlie
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Date: 9/4/2019 5:00:00 AM
It's lovely...a humble surrender
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Date: 9/4/2019 4:21:00 AM
Best wishes, well written. Panagiota
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Date: 9/4/2019 3:20:00 AM
You never disappoint us nette, love the imagery in your words. Good luck. Tom
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