life that knows death
and nevertheless continues
God is gracious
Grace granted after trial, mercy,
stronger than judgment
divine help that was not earned but
given
Ivo is the one preserved through death by grace
The evergreen life that survives the underworld because God has remembered it.
Daylight fades away early
Even though our day is not done.
Clumps of snow shimmer in pearly,
Enchanting drifts, reflecting the disappearing sun.
My love stokes ardent embers to glowing
Beneath hungry stockings hopefully hung.
Enthusiasm with warmth flowing,
Remembering times when we were young.
Now golden days are growing shorter,
Illuminated by our fireside memories.
Glimmering from the hearth’s bricks and mortar,
Halcyon dreams highlight sweet histories,
Tumbling through gibbous and crescent quarter,
Soothing as we smile at life’s mysteries.
Favorite papa, I believe Heaven has warmly received you.
And I'm sure you're proud of being a wonderful dad.
That I deeply regret your absence from guiding me.
Halcyon moments I've spent with you are my greatest blessings.
Exhilarating emotions arise when I wit your spirit around me.
Reminiscences of your love and concern are my greatest treasures.
Seeds of your affection are resonating with the beats of my heart.
Deep sorrow plunges me as I consider your demise.
Advice and ethical principles you taught me, I follow in each step.
You are my ideal, my life coach, and an influential teacher to me.
Written: May 13, 2021
ALL YOURS (JUN 4) Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Brian Strand
A DAMSEL ENCHANTS FELICITY
Aurora breaks,
Cinderella damsel enchants felicity,
gliding halcyon--
implanting jazzy kisses,
languorous murmurs. . .
Nectared opulent press
quakes reactions.
Succulent tissues urge
virginal wanting: xerothermic,
yearning zenith!
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*** xerothermic -- adapted to or flourishing to environment that is hot and dry
halcyon -- care -free
CONTEST NAME: 10 OR LESS LINES
Contest Sponsor: Rob
~~2nd place~~
Olive Eloisa Guillermo
2:28 pm, September 23, 2015
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