Robert Lindley Poet Sonnet

Truth, Shines Ever So Brightly

Truth, Shines Ever So Brightly

I was once wrapped it teeth and thick fur
ferocious and ghastly beast was me.
I was a bad dog, a wicked little cur
whipping and snapping at every small flea.

One day, the sun burnt my covering hide
and exposed my hideous skin to see.
Such truth, this heart could not abide
stung me ever so sharply like a bee.

Now comes time to hold less as much more
walk a different path free and alone.
Yes, light filtered through that sad door
where my greatest folly was then shown.

I was once wrapped in thick, shiny scales
Now a deep truth destroys those tall tales.

Robert J. Lindley, 1-09-2016

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Vladislav Raven January 13, 2016 at 7:23 PM Hi Robert, i have seen many different approaches to the Sonnet form and this is another. They are all excellent in their own way. This Sonnet is no exception. I have been faving each of them to faves to read as i wish, to but learn the many ways that can be followed. A truth shared in such a special way the Sonnet. Well written Robert. A 7 and a fave....Vladislav.

Susan Gentry January 11, 2016 at 10:26 PM Great imagery! Those 'moments of clarity' make all the difference... Not easy to face oneself head on and you expressed it with truth and humility I think. Good job!

Lin Lane January 9, 2016 at 6:51 PM I'm glad your vision cleared so you could see the truth, Robert. Well done.