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Uncertainty Vs Endurance

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09/09/2018

~8th Place~ A Reversible Poem Poetry Contest, sponsored by Jesse Rowe

12/30/2018

~1st Place (shared)~ Ultimate 2018, Any Form, Any Theme, Up to a Maximum of 20 lines, sponsored by Brian Strand

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Poet's notes:
09/03/2018

Poetry form: Reverse Poem

A reverse poem is a poem that can be read forwards (top to bottom) and have one meaning but can also be read backwards (bottom to top). It does not have to rhyme and doesn't have to have an opposite meaning when read from bottom to top. It DOES need to make sense when reading it backwards, however.

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My disquieting thoughts strike at night without warning As if born along by autumn winds and bracing cold Persistent as fever and fierce as thunderstorms What can be forgiven and what cannot? I fall asleep to another night of uncertainty I awaken to a new day of endurance My spirit ablaze with hope can cope With feet steady and face to the wind Transforming the toughest trial into triumph Because beyond the pain my eyes see the prize

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Disha Munot

Date: 10/13/2020 8:30:00 PM

Well done , this is such a wonderful poem . I would like to read more from your collection.

Mark Toney
Date: 10/15/2020 8:33:00 AM

Thank you, Disha, for your kind and gracious comment. Please take care and stay safe. ~Mark

Line Gauthier

Date: 9/25/2018 10:18:00 PM

Well done, Mark. Belated congrats on your win.

Mark Toney
Date: 9/25/2018 11:09:00 PM

Thanks for the encouragement, Line. It's always good to hear from you :)

Brandy Nicole

Date: 9/10/2018 6:52:00 PM

We all face uncertainty, but must have faith in the possibilities. They certainly are endless. Such a wonderful poem Mark, that can be read both ways. Many years ago I tried this, and decided to post that poem here- it's called Blue. Congratulations on placing in this contest. :) Brandy

Brandy Nicole
Date: 9/11/2018 12:03:00 PM

You are very welcome Mark. It is kind of you to read my poem "Blue" :) I have placed another form of poetry here. The Tri-fall. Many blessings to you my friend. ~ Brandy

Mark Toney
Date: 9/11/2018 10:51:00 AM

Brandy, thank you for your wise observation and your kind encouragement. I liked your "bottoms up, with a twist" reverse poem "Blue" :)

Jesse Rowe

Date: 9/9/2018 5:18:00 PM

Mark, this was a fitting tribute to the challenges of enduring through uncertainty. You fully utilized the concept of the reversible poem. Congratulations on your deserving top 10 placement.

Mark Toney
Date: 9/9/2018 5:53:00 PM

Jesse, thank you for this very interesting contest and your gracious comment. I will never forget that you introduced me to the reversible poem. Cheers!

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 9/7/2018 9:51:00 AM

Well done! xomo

Mark Toney
Date: 9/7/2018 1:34:00 PM

Hi, Maureen! Thanks for stopping by with just what I needed :)

Jan Allison

Date: 9/6/2018 7:20:00 PM

it works so well whichever way you read it Mark!:-) hugs jan xx

Mark Toney
Date: 9/6/2018 7:28:00 PM

Thank you so much, Jan, for the encouragement!