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Untamed Heart

This is a collaboration with Susan Ashley, excerpts taken from her Amberina Ballerina poem. One of the best writes I've ever read, check it out! Thanks Susan for your awesome work, I loved this and have high hopes for this song! UNTAMED HEART My untamed heart, ruled by unruly wants Sometimes in tatters, but flatters and taunts I played at life... but life played me harder, Lived bet to debt... in life's Russian roulette Chorus I'm like a ghost ship, stranded on breakers searching for life, without any light I rummage through... my Psyches ruins Dreams duel disasters, but give up the fight I place a wager... speed into danger My foolish whims, scatter in mistral winds Now tossed by waves, by blind forces of fate How they orchestrate, time, distance and place Bridge Now all that's left... lies fallow, in fields of regret Hopes of a new day... are shattered by a doomed sunset Chorus I'm like a ghost ship, stranded on breakers searching for life, without any light I rummage through... my Psyches ruins Dreams duel disasters, but give up the fight Outro Dreams duel disasters, but give up the fight Dreams duel disasters, but give up the fight repeat and fade Written November 26,2021 (revised Nov29,2021) John Derek Hamilton, Susan Ashley

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Margarita Lillico

Date: 3/19/2023 9:04:00 PM

Well thought and put together, fellow Canadian! Looking forward to spring?:)

John Hamilton
Date: 7/30/2023 12:56:00 PM

Thanks Margarita nice of you to pass by today!

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 12/9/2021 11:29:00 PM

Nice collab … some solid lyrics searching for the right melody. Enjoyed the read and some very good metaphor and phrasing. Congrats on Poem of the Day - Blessings!

John Hamilton
Date: 12/13/2021 1:40:00 PM

Hey thanks G, I wanted to know your opinion as this was my first collab, glad you liked it!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 12/8/2021 2:55:00 PM

Very well done and much deserved POTD! Congratulations on your collaboration!

P.S. Awtry

Date: 12/7/2021 6:59:00 AM

so many interesting phrases ("lived bet to debt"--so good)! Oh, the sadness of it! All of the energy spent living recklessly and then to end so defeated... Masterfully executed. Congratulations to both you and Susan for this piece and for your POTD honors :)

John Hamilton
Date: 12/7/2021 8:11:00 AM

Thanks so much PS for your kind visit and comment, one of the best comments received on this piece. Thanks again!

Susan Lawrence

Date: 12/4/2021 4:57:00 PM

John , so happy to be introduced to your work in this wonderful collaboration with Susan ! The intimate journey of tears, regret , longing , and reflection ride through space and time in your lyrics . Bravo to you both and congratulations on POTD. Cheers , Susan :)

John Hamilton
Date: 12/6/2021 7:11:00 AM

Thanks Susan I'm pleased to have you visit my page, always nice to have someone new visit. I'm sure Susan will be pleased as well, I enjoyed your thoughtful comment, and kind words.

Harry Horsman

Date: 12/4/2021 7:59:00 AM

Amazing POTD, congratulations to you and Susan.

John Hamilton
Date: 12/6/2021 7:08:00 AM

Thanks a lot Harry so nice to see you pass by my page today!

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/2/2021 6:12:00 AM

Hi John, I'm just coming back to say congratulations to you and Susan for getting the poem of day. Have a nice day :-)Alexis

John Hamilton
Date: 12/2/2021 3:09:00 PM

Thanks Lexi

Joanna Daniel

Date: 12/2/2021 3:26:00 AM

Excellent poem chosen for POTD, John, back to congratulate you and Susan:) enjoy the honours:)

John Hamilton
Date: 12/2/2021 3:09:00 PM

Thanks Jo

Valsa George

Date: 12/1/2021 10:32:00 PM

A lovely poem born out of a lovely collaboration, John and Susan ! Enjoy your honor!

John Hamilton
Date: 12/2/2021 3:09:00 PM

Thanks Valsa

Brandy Nicole

Date: 12/1/2021 7:35:00 PM

Enjoy the spotlight. Congratulations John and Susan, on Poem of the Day. Hugs, Brandy

John Hamilton
Date: 12/2/2021 3:10:00 PM

Thanks Brandy

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 12/1/2021 6:08:00 PM

Beautiful, hypnotic beat! Congrats on POTD, John & Susan

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:58:00 PM

Thanks so much US, it is a nice surprise for sure.

John Watt

Date: 12/1/2021 4:55:00 PM

John/Susan, looks like Vijay was prophetic about this being POTD! Congrats to you both for the honor ~ John

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:57:00 PM

Thanks a lot John, guess he was right, it is a nice surprise!

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 12/1/2021 4:14:00 PM

A wonderful collaboration John and Susan, congratulations on poem of the day… Belle

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:56:00 PM

Thanks a lot Belle glad you liked it enough to comment!

Robert Lindley

Date: 12/1/2021 3:59:00 PM

Congratulations to both poets for this gem being awarded POTD. I quite was sure that it would be given this fine creation because it is indeed a masterpiece that exhibits the magnificent talents of both of its highly esteemed authors... God bless..

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:56:00 PM

You are too kind Robert, but we do appreciate your generous comments!

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 12/1/2021 3:51:00 PM

Wonderful song. I love it. Would enjoy hearing it played.. Wish you both all the best with all your poetic endeavors. God bless you and Happy Writing. Love, Gina

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:55:00 PM

Thanks so much Gina we do appreciate it!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/1/2021 1:11:00 PM

yes, I see. This is amazing work, you two. Also I see congrats are in order for the POTD. Way to go!!! Sure would be nice to hear it with a tune.

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:54:00 PM

Thanks Andrea, it will take some time but I hope it turns out great!

Heidi Sands

Date: 12/1/2021 10:26:00 AM

Congratulations for POTD! :)

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:54:00 PM

Thanks again Heidi

Constance La France

Date: 12/1/2021 8:45:00 AM

John, beautiful and amazing collaboration and congratulations to both of you on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor ~ peace and tranquility _Constance

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:53:00 PM

Thanks Constance we appreciate it very much!

Eve Roper

Date: 12/1/2021 8:41:00 AM

John, great collaboration from both you and Susan. Congratulations to both of you on your POTD! Hugs Eve

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:53:00 PM

Thanks so much Eve, nice to see you pass by today, we thank you for your kind congrats!

L Milton Hankins

Date: 12/1/2021 8:37:00 AM

Wonderful collaboration. Your images are so poignant, so well-composed. Congratulations to both of you on your P.O.T.D.!

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 6:52:00 PM

Thanks so much LMH nice to see you pass by my page, we thank you for your kind comment and congrats!

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/1/2021 7:32:00 AM

John, it is such a pleasure to return with my congratulations for our poem being recognized with POTD honors. Without your invitation, this song would never have been written. Enjoy the accolades for this wonderfully crafted piece of depth and sad beauty. I'm so pleased it's being celebrated on your page. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 7:41:00 AM

Thanks Susan, I hope your getting the same accolades on your page, your inspired imagery is what makes this song pop! I am so grateful for your amazing writing, definitely one of the top writers on this site. The privilege is all mine, believe me!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 12/1/2021 7:15:00 AM

Congratulations to you both on your POTD win. A "Wonderful write/song. Have a blessed day......................

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 7:26:00 AM

Thanks Paula it is a nice surprise to wake up to!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/1/2021 4:44:00 AM

Beautifully collaborated lyric Susan and John, Congratulations to you both on POTD. A well deserved honour. Tom

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 7:29:00 AM

Thanks Tom I really appreciate your kind visit and comment! We are truly pleased with the result!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/1/2021 4:39:00 AM

Back with BIG congrats John, on POTD. I'm happy to see you in this space--just as I predicted. Well deserved.

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 7:30:00 AM

Thanks Vijay you were right, a nice surprise to wake up to!

Mike Gentile

Date: 12/1/2021 4:24:00 AM

Congratulations to you both on your POTD!! The quest for love is indeed hazardous!!! Your wonderful lyrics perfectly capture that sentiment1

John Hamilton
Date: 12/1/2021 7:31:00 AM

Thanks Mike nice to have you pass by today with your kind words, we appreciate it very much!