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Wheel of Fate

In perpetual slow motion the wheel of fate will turn, What is given in abundance will surely be taken away. Leaving only questions of why that scald and burn When the bill seems so unfairly high to accept and pay. For the lean will yap on the heels of prosperous fat A dire warning that silver linings are a one way gate. For when I blindly come out to take my turn to bat I'm unaware of the curve ball thrown by fickle fate. So I bargain with God and Fate and Lady Luck Omnipotent in some far off nebulous recess. In rules beyond my understanding I am stuck A helpless pawn in their intricate game of chess. For fortune can shatter and turn on a simple dime I search for meaning in a game I don't wish to play. In the running sands of my life and remaining time Illusive hope the only constant I pray for today. In perpetual slow motion the wheel of fate will turn, Surely giving back that which has been taken away. Everlasting hope and despair that evolve and churn As I drink deeply from the cup of maybe-some-day.

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Debbie Guzzi

Date: 5/17/2011 8:48:00 AM

I have been told ..to some extent it is a matter of perspective ex: the constant rain makes me blue, sad..I could focus somewhere else say on the peaceful sound of it and enjoy the down time? I enjoy your excellent writing. Light & Love

Sharon Winter

Date: 5/27/2010 4:01:00 PM

my dear Heidie, I hope fate has been kind to you. what a joy to receive your comment. and how wonderful to read the gift that flows through your pen once more. always I feel that kindred spirit with you. its been so long it seems, doesn't it? or, maybe just like yesterday. but you are right, the sands keep running as they must do. I am only happy to share with you at any time. be well sweet friend. much love, hugs, shar xoxo

Sandra Hudson

Date: 7/19/2009 9:39:00 AM

Oh Heidie, I too; frequently wonder my purpose and the reasons for it all. How can I possibly make bad choices if my eyes are on him, for him. Yet I'm reminded that, we can not recognize the good without having experienced the bad, so I try my best to look at each set back not as a door closing, but as a sky opening. -AA

Sean Kelly

Date: 7/19/2009 4:56:00 AM

What an excellent presentation from your talented pen , Heidie . Yes , the swings and round-a-bouts , ups and downs , haves and have-nots , givers and takers , the talented writers and the other lot !! . Good to hear you , oh talented one and thanks for your kind comments ....

Date: 7/18/2009 2:33:00 PM

Saw your name on line. I keep hoping to see some new poetry from you. I miss your creativity. Let me know if you put something new up. Blessings to you. Have a good weekend. Karen

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 7/10/2009 12:21:00 PM

Guess we all "bargain with God" when we feel like there is no solution to our problems. The wheel of fate seems to be a fickle one; we can only hope it will restore what has been taken away. Yet, we are left to wonder why we have incurred these losses anyway. This excellent poem gives usmuch to ponder and goes to my favorites. Thank you! Carolyn

Michael Jordan

Date: 7/10/2009 9:55:00 AM

Heidie - First allow me to apologize for taking so long to reply and thank you for your continued support and concern - I loved this poem it is going straight to my favorite list the ending line just concluded the poem in a very profound way - God Bless you Heidie, YF4L, MJ

John Boak

Date: 7/6/2009 9:33:00 PM

very deep, fate is something that is so hard to understand and sometimes a bit scary since it shows that there are things that are beyond our control but this lonely bard had seen fate at work and i do appreciate this poem. A well written piece on a subject that surely has affected everyone's life one way or the other. I hope that fate will always smile on you Make your life good and filled happiness that's true. Keep on writing. John E

Date: 7/4/2009 12:56:00 PM

Creative perspective in this poem. Nice use of rhyme and imagery. I hope you will be posting more poetry soon. Thank you for your kind words on my fibonacci. Hope you are having a wonderful 4th! Karen

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 7/4/2009 11:33:00 AM

The essence of this poem is wonderful. The impermanence of life is troubling to some. However, some must learn how to flow with the wind and the songs between ifs flow. Great job! ~Joseph

Sara Lokken

Date: 6/30/2009 10:10:00 PM

What can I say, really? You're amazing, just brilliant...."leaving only questions of why that scald and burn" I know, I do know. I missed you a lot, wondered....where is Heidie?:) Smile. Take care, and lots of hugs, Sara

Sandra Hudson

Date: 6/30/2009 6:21:00 PM

Hello Heidie, Top of the day to you! Going through difficult times is apparently highly contagious. I too have had my share woes. So I know where you are coming from. Try to keep your spirits up! Put all your faith in the only one who can change your situation!-AA

John Loving Iii

Date: 6/29/2009 3:10:00 PM

2 many gods

James Marshall Goff

Date: 6/28/2009 12:29:00 PM

why do I come away knowing you are even stronger for knowing yourself so intimately? GREAT POEM! Heidie! and thanks always for warm comments, jimbo

Trudy Diane Rider

Date: 6/28/2009 10:55:00 AM

Great poem, that last line made me giggle. ~Trudy~ and thank you for your comments on my Spirit Walk also.

Daver Austin

Date: 6/28/2009 4:43:00 AM

Sounds almost Buddhist, karmitic. This is a wonderful poem, Heidie. I'm so impressed!Love, daver

Ronald Bingham

Date: 6/27/2009 7:01:00 PM

One of the many sayings my granddad had was "what goes around comes around." It took many years for me to grasp the real meaning of his wisdom but like Jesus spoke the seeds we sow are the seeds we reap, that to finally made sense. We all can get past the despair and hold on tight to the everlasting hope. God Bless my precious friend. Ron

Date: 6/27/2009 6:02:00 PM

Nice use of rhyme and imagery for a creative perspective. Through prayer there is always hope. Thank you for sharing your talent with us and for your kind words on my poem. Keep on writing! Karen