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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Rutherford Avatar
September 18, 2019 at 9:19 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
Mcgee Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 4:18 PM
Wow...a wonderful poem Nette. Congrats on your win. a fav for me.
Sinha-Roy Avatar
September 12, 2019 at 11:35 AM
Congratulations on your win, Better. Yes, humility is pacifying. Great message.
Gupta Avatar
September 12, 2019 at 6:28 AM
As beautiful the title as the message and rhythm of the poem ... Congratulations ...
Mcintosh Avatar
September 11, 2019 at 8:26 PM
I simply love this and hope to always remain humble as God wants me to be. God bless you dear :)
Mcintosh Avatar
September 11, 2019 at 8:26 PM
Oh... Congratulations too
Laurie Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 7:27 PM
Hello nette … truly a beautiful poem with a positive message - well done nette - Lindsay
Proxenos Avatar
September 7, 2019 at 11:55 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.
Paras Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 3:02 PM
Precious lessons are learned from enlightenment. Outstanding piece.
Scars Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 8:09 AM
perfection t its best :) loved this so much sweet Nette, you are so gifted :) I always adore your words, good luck :)-luloo
Pandit Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 7:29 AM
I like the message of your poem--well done, Nette.
Messina Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 6:54 AM
Very well done Nette. Best wishes for a win. Hugs // Charlie
Michael Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 5:00 AM
It's lovely...a humble surrender
Romios Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 4:21 AM
Best wishes, well written. Panagiota
Cunningham Avatar
September 4, 2019 at 3:20 AM
You never disappoint us nette, love the imagery in your words. Good luck. Tom
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