Robert Lindley Poet Sonnet

Will You See Truth Beyond That Dark Stone Fence

Will You See Truth Beyond That Dark Stone Fence

Can you feel true heart in early dawn's light
soft grace and gentle winds in Spring's new flight.
Can soul feel Nature's benevolent course
from open mind, mankind's weakness divorce?

Hear morning doves as they sing out soft calls
let kindness escape from imprisoned walls.
Gather knowledge, true strength from mother Earth
seek truth in doing right with all your worth.

See brilliance in every golden sunset
cease striving for all earth's wealth you can get.
See Nature, its great eye-opening gifts
let grace come as your spirit it uplifts.

Will you see truth beyond that dark stone fence
find calm over world's chaotic suspense?

R.J. Lindley,
April 14th, 1982

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Quoth Theraven February 17, 2021 at 7:09 PM Robert, A fine poem to find this evening. The final couplet asks an important question. The first stanza begs an equally important truth to be fulfilled yet, in redemption. -Richard

Michael Vacek September 21, 2017 at 6:25 PM Thank you for the direction. I used you sonnet as something to shoot for when attempting to pen my first. Sonnets are tough forms as I learned today. So few syllables, so much to say, so far to reach.

John Fleming August 7, 2017 at 2:36 AM How I miss my own rising up with early sunrise; and how I loved my steaming hot coffee as I watched the dawn break! I work the night shift at H.M Rail Terminal...sometimes I get a quick glimpse of the new day as it rolls in across the tracks...just a quick glimpse. Your beautiful poem reminds me so very much of all what I miss out on now. Truly lovely poem, Robert...truly it is. My very warmest regards, my good friend - and my very best wishes as always! :) john

Vijay Pandit August 5, 2017 at 7:34 AM Congrats on POTD! A thinker!

Frances Schiavina August 3, 2017 at 11:08 AM Beautifully serene, almost heavenly. Thank you for writing.

Felice Bee August 3, 2017 at 1:16 AM Beautifully written. I felt the "calm over world's chaotic suspense" while reading this poem, and then the last line put my feeling into words. Very cool.

Connie Marcum Wong July 31, 2017 at 11:28 PM When you've got it you've got it Robert...talent I mean! Congratulations on this oldie but goodie being honored with POTD! I loved it! : )

Robert Lindley July 30, 2017 at 12:00 PM Thank you my friends for the wonderful comments. I have been ill as of late, thus decided to post that old poem , written in the 80's. Very happy that many find it a pleasing piece.. God bless

Gary Bateman July 29, 2017 at 2:06 PM Hello Robert!! A most superb sonnet for sure. Congratulations on the POTD honor. You've crafted this sonnet with the deepest of passion and a palpable perception which shines through in every verse and every stanza of this uplifting poem. Its compelling message speaks volumes!! A FAVE IN MY BOOK!! Cheers and Best, Gary

Silent One July 29, 2017 at 12:44 PM Beautiful poem my friend... Also congrats on POTD

Darlene De Beaulieu July 29, 2017 at 12:35 PM Oh this poem is flowing and I like the words. I like the whole poem. I am making it my fav. Have a nice day my friend.

Akkina Downing July 29, 2017 at 12:27 PM Congrats Robert on your fantastic POTD :)

Sunlite Wanter July 29, 2017 at 11:55 AM Back to say Congratulations with a capital "C"!

Heidi Sands July 29, 2017 at 10:52 AM This is an excellent poem. Beautiful with important message. ! Congratulations for POTD :):)

Eve Roper July 29, 2017 at 10:08 AM This is a beautiful poem, Robert, congratulations on your POTD

Alexis Y. July 29, 2017 at 9:19 AM Hi Robert, I see you have been doing this form for a long time. You do it so well. Good message as well. Congratulations on getting the poem of day. It was well deserved:-) Alexis

Susan Ashley July 29, 2017 at 8:55 AM Beautifully penned Robert. Congrats on POTD honors! :)

Indiana Shaw July 29, 2017 at 8:35 AM Nature is a beautiful thing "Robert" and expressed by your sonnet reminds us not to forget this - congratulations on your POTD - regards Indiana x x x

Charlie Smith July 29, 2017 at 8:31 AM Wonderful sonnet Robert congratulations for POTD honors...

John Michaels July 29, 2017 at 8:10 AM Great Sonnet, Robert - well-penned. Congratulations on PotD!! Regards, John.

Anne-Lise Andresen July 29, 2017 at 8:07 AM - Excellent sonnet, Robert :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. !!! - Lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Tim Smith July 29, 2017 at 8:02 AM Love this Robert... Congratulations

Kudzai Mhangwa July 29, 2017 at 7:42 AM Such a nice poem here! Congrats!!!!

Edward Mccall July 29, 2017 at 7:42 AM What a beautiful and well written poem with a great message. Congratulations on POTD.

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart July 29, 2017 at 6:52 AM I'm so glad you made potd, I may have missed this gem :) eloquent words to live by, lovely work Robert xomo

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