Constance La France Poet Verse

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Poetry/Vere/Wounded Sigh
Copyright Protected, ID 04-1633-581-02
All Rights Reserved, 2024, Constance La France

Written, April 02, 2024
For the International Contest This or That, Vol. 24
Sponsor, Edward Ibeh, Judged 04/08/2024

Second Place

"Senryu introduction with Verse."

Wounded Sigh

 
like a butterfly
with my pretty wings wounded ~
          I try to flutter


When my soul is bruised and beaten down,
and my heart injured, scarred and bleeding:
I fold what's left of my broken wings with a sigh,
as feelings of emptiness overwhelm my life;
for I need to heal within and be reborn beautiful.

I need to find the healing power of green,
in nature's harmony of new growth and rebirth:
enthralled with the trees swaying in the wind,
and wildflowers in hues of healing lavender;
I am soothed with the balm of serene grace.

And then, though still wounded my wings open,
and with a quiet sigh I gasp with great happiness:
there is still a hurt, ache, and grief but also joy,
so I throw off betrayal, tears, and fear-  and I soar;
for this was a spiritual journey to find the true me.

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Edward Ibeh April 8, 2024 at 6:36 PM Absolutely beautiful and moving write, Constance. That opening senryu is incredible! Heartiest congratulations on your podium win in my contest. Bravo! Constance La France April 10, 2024 at 2:06 PM Edward, thank you for the contest and my placement, and for the compliment and congratulations, I thought the senryu intro would be nice, hugs

Valsa George April 7, 2024 at 8:59 PM Though wounded in life, you feel you are not defeated. There is grace in you to drown all your pain and despair. Though your wigs are broken, with grace and consistent efforts you are able to spread your wings and soar high. Darkness accentuates light! A beautiful poem. Constance La France April 10, 2024 at 2:07 PM Valsa, thank you for the lovely comment, and compliment, hugs

Beryl Edmonds April 2, 2024 at 5:35 PM Beauty poetry Constance, comforting “When my soul is bruised and beaten down” … Beryl Constance La France April 3, 2024 at 1:25 PM Beryl, thank you for the compliment and comment, hugs

Stephan McBride April 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM This is truly beautiful and a blessing to read my dear friend, much love and prayers for you to soar above in joy , peace and happiness: ) Constance La France April 3, 2024 at 1:26 PM Stephan, thank you for the compliment and comment, hugs

Ink Empress April 2, 2024 at 3:54 PM So touching and soulful dear Constance, this hits so strong, and i felt so many emotions as always reading your poem. Sometimes amidst all the scars and grief we carry within, we somehow find light and strength to go on! Beautifully delivered in such an evocative manner. Made me sigh! You are a warrior. Sending you light always. Fave it is Constance La France April 3, 2024 at 1:28 PM Ink, thank you for the compliment on my poem and me, wonderful comment, and FAV, hugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers April 2, 2024 at 8:43 AM Dear Constance, your poem eloquently captures the essence of resilience and inner strength amidst adversity. I love your metaphor of the wounded butterfly seeking healing in nature's embrace is profoundly moving. It speaks to the universal human experience of overcoming pain and finding renewal. Constance your poetic words inspire hope of the transformative power of self-discovery. - Blessings, Daniel Constance La France April 3, 2024 at 1:29 PM Daniel, thank you for the amazing comment and compliment, blessings and hugs