Best Change Of Heart Poems
A drop of water fell on me
not one, but two, then three...
Ready to curse the skies and Thee
in barehead selfishness, admittedly
When a blade of grass came up to me
with his heartfelt, poignant plea
'Without water, Sir, you see
I simply no longer will be'
My eyelids wet, but not from rain
I put him down on my lawn again
Lifted my hands, my palms spread wide
'Let the heavens gush forth,' my joyful cry
Change
had brought
October
and you to me.
With words from a heart
so far from my own, but
still so close when I read them,
feel them, see them, bringing changes.
I, like the leaves, am falling fast,
hoping that you, like the earth, will catch me.
September 23rd, 2015
"For Love Of October" contest
You paint the skies with indigo delight
Whisper silence into the vibrant dawn
Capture the hues of wonderful insight
Inspirations of hope to which I’m drawn
You breathe life into the music with joy
Fill moments with promises of kindness
Assure hearts that anguish you will destroy
Expose that bitterness causes blindness
You light up the night with stars shimmering
Seeking out souls to awaken with love
Blushing hearts tender so they’re glimmering
With faith that comforts and comes from above
You are the One who makes my life worthwhile
You send hope, faith and love with a soft smile
The heart of man is often ruled by pride
For greedy aspirations never cease.
Yet love would wish to be life's constant guide
And wisdom preach the ways to lasting peace.
You seek to own a wealth beyond compare
And think your worldy cravings rule supreme.
Take heed for life's possessions can ensnare
Release your heart, pursue a greater dream.
Hold my hand and watch a golden sunrise,
And gaze in awe on starry summer nights.
Harmonize with nature, let the blue skies
Reflect a warm embrace of shared delights.
Pursue your quest for riches carefully.
For where your treasure lies, your heart will be.
03/12/18
Written to the tune of 'colour of the wind'
'Colour of my heart poetry contest' : sponsored by John Hamilton
Strand Select E Any Form,Any Theme Poetry Contest
T'was the autumn of his life,
It had not been easy for it had contained much strife.
Now that the light was growing more dim,
He realized that without much change his eternal future looked quite dim.
It wasn't that he did not believe, it just had not fit in with the life he had led,
Looking back, he wished he had made those better choices than the ones he made instead.
But time has a way of slowing us down so certain things more clearly we see.
Like how unimportant our priorities are when we humble ourselves in prayer on bended knees.
We are but servants to a just and mighty God who only wants to give the best to all of us,
But there are too many who serve the wrong one, the one who likes to see us fuss.
He leads us to believe we can do anything we choose,
( this counterfeit god ), but in the end he knows it is our soul we stand to lose.
He said with time on my hands, Lord, I've read your Word and understand,
How foolish and wrong we all are when we don't follow what you command!
And like children, this, when we obey, we in turn show our love for you,
And when we are disobedient, we offend you in all we do!
So Lord what days I have left, I will do my best to serve just you,
And follow your word so pure and true.
And when my course is run, and on that final judgment day,
I hope to hear “enter in” are the two words I hope to hear you say.
At first I smiled just to get along,
I adopted the mask of love and joy,
Most of it was an artificial song,
This madness, falseness, darkness little ploy,
Was something that helped me get by.
Little did I speak, little did I know,
That somewhere along the lines, my brown eyes,
Reflected the happiness, that bright glow.
Soon, lies became real; no longer a fake,
I began to love, see all life flourish.
Whether ‘twas by fate or just a mistake,
Nevertheless, I wish not to perish.
With a resounding heartbeat so profound,
And a passionate desire to yell,
I began to walk with my heart, gray sound,
My footsteps crunch above the true tell tale,
Of a gloomy child afraid to walk.
Gray is a lovely color, is it not?
Some see it plain, as special as a block.
Combination of light and dark, sought,
The answer, borderline, neutrality,
My heart, very core, is the color gray.
Tranquility, Safeguard Stability,
I love my family, friends, the sun’s rays.
When life is uncomfortably hectic,
Find a new reason, purpose to smile.
Don’t have to be whole, normal, symmetric,
It can help you finish twenty miles!
This gray heart, though petite and fragile,
Is the only one I've got and I love.
What color is your heart? Strong or agile?
Bright, sensitive, hidden in an alcove?
But I know you can do it, so hurry,
Finish your marathon with your heart chrome,
But don’t trip, wipe your tears, almost there-- See!
Your friends and family waiting at home.
Sometimes
you make me so angry
I never want to look at you
ever again
But i know
I would not be happy
without looking
at those eyes
Sometimes
the jealousy sweeps over me
and I never want to talk to you
ever again
But i know
I would not want to
stop hearing
the sound of your voice
Sometimes
I see the way
you look at
other people
and i want them
to go away forever
But I know
that I could not do that
because it makes you happy
and that makes me happy too
Sometimes
I just want to leave you
for all the bad things
that you do
But i know
I could not leave you
for my heart
would long for you every day
Sometimes
I want to erase you
from my mind
never to be thought of again
But i know
the thought of you
would linger in my mind
and i want it to
I don't want you to fade away
ever
Sometimes
I want to leave
because i know
you are bad for me
But i know
my eyes
will always look at you
as perfection
Sometimes
I want you to leave
because i know
Im heading for a heartbreak
But i know
I wouldn't mind
It would be a privilege
to have my heart broken by you
If fear was not so much a part,
A part of our lives, a part of our heart,
Would we climb much higher and higher still,
Than we ever imagine we would or will?
Would we say the things we need to say,
And have no regret at the close of day,
And never miss a chance just to be kind,
Resisting agreement with hearts that are blind.
And write a poem, a book, or a play,
And care very little for what others might say,
Doing the right thing because it is right,
Eschewing the darkness and choosing the light,
And to allow the yearning heart to reveal,
With consideration to how others might feel.
And reaching forth to take a chance,
On dreams, on love, or even romance.
So if fear was not so much a part,
A part of our lives, a part of our heart,
We could climb higher and higher still,
Than we ever imagined we would or will.
Give Me A Change of Heart [Prayer]
“4 Or do you despise the riches of His goodness, forbearance, and longsuffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance? 5 But in accordance with your hardness and your impenitent heart you are treasuring up for yourself wrath in the day of wrath and revelation of the righteous judgment of God, 6 who “will render to each one according to his deeds”. 7 eternal life to those who by patient continuance in doing good seek for glory, honor, and immortality;" Romans 2:4-7 NKJV
Give Me A Change of Heart, Lord;
Don’t break me off and toss me away.
Your goodness leads me to repentance;
The only possible way.
I seek your glory, honor and immortality;
Eternal life that comes from your throne.
I need you to exalt yourself through me;
I am completely unworthy and unknown.
Give Me A Change of Heart, Lord
For I cannot make the change.
Only you can rewire my heart, Lord
And my dual brains rearrange.
Grant me forgiveness of sins, Lord;
Cause me to cooperate with your Spirit.
I can do nothing without you;
Total dependence, I’m quick to admit.
Give Me A Change of Heart, Lord,
So that I long to serve you.
Take away all self-serving,
And the plans I had in view.
Replace them with your plans, Lord,
And make your plans my own.
I wish to represent you fully,
And your glorious, heavenly throne.
Give Me A Change of Heart, Lord,
So I relinquish my sinful nature.
Put to death the misdeeds of my body;
Align my will with yours in the future.
I cannot change the color of my skin,
Nor can the leopard change its spots,
But you can change my heart, Lord—
Make me one of your own true zealots!
Copyright © 2012 Maureen LeFanue
www.maureenlefanue.com
Friday, February 11, 2011
17:34:46
Change of Heart
Breezing through time I slipped through an hourglass.
Taking leaps and bounds galactic universes I foresaw.
Begged borrowed and even stolen each I came to unflaw.
Electronically transfered through many a looking glass.
Traveling through time crediting none of my free pass.
Tossing the first lot a token credited a balanced bylaw.
Needless to say, I have definitely had a change of heart.
From Sea to Sea and shining Stars,
A splt decision I did start!
I have had a big change of heart.
One now three shalt not depart!
Not here in my heart of hearts!
Here and now my spllt starts.
(R)Registered: Ann Rich 2011
A change of seasons..
A change of heart..
The trees once dressed with leaves
Now had gradually undressed
Leaves had fallen from the trees
Leaves vibrantly colorful
A refreshing experience..
As the air is crisp and cool..
A wonderland of leaves on the ground
Trees are almost bare..
Autumn becomes winter..
Coldness fills the air..
A frozen winter wonderland..
A pure white lovely blanket of snow..
Scenes from a picture perfect postcard
Fresh snow had fell from the sky..
Untouched and beautiful
Until touched by all of us..
Winter becomes spring..
A new beginning..
Rebirth ..
Born once again is the beauty of nature
The trees are no longer undressed..
Green leaves gradually grow..
To become full grown..
Trees are smiling happily while dressed..
Birds chirping joyfully in harmony..
Amazing bright colors everywhere..
As the flowers are in bloom..
A perfume filled environment..
Spring becomes summer..
As the leaves dance to the melody of summer..
Hot and steamy heat arises..
Sun beats down ...
Scorching heat surrounds..
Awaiting a cool balmy breeze..
Along cool refreshments..
To quench one's thirst..
Masses are walking along golden sands..
The beauty of the ocean..
Surfers gliding as they catch the massive waves..
Seagulls flying gracefully
Singing and looking for their next meal..
As the seasons change..
I have changed..
A change of heart..
The love of my life is my life..
To discern..
To rekindle..
A love that is so true..
As my beating heart knows..
I let go..
I surrender myself to you my love..
You are light..
Your light is my light..
How do I know your light?
How do I know my light?
Unless there is darkness..
Darkness is the catalyst..
To know you and I..
Darkness is experienced
Polarities of life..
A deep discernment...
A confirmation..
To really know..
We are..
Both the miraculous splendid beacon of light..
Two beings feel like they are divine pairs..
Met each other...so very compatible in every way...
Feeling never expressed...
It was all said by the unheard music from universe...
Their union was more than merging into the absolute...
Such immense pleasure...adrenalin is not known about ..
It's all love potion...
Then ...sorry...the next one standing there on the other side ...
Seems to be God chosen one...
Ohh must be fate...
Suddenly poor loved one is discarded like a rotting banana peel...
Lies and coverage know no bound to possess the other...
Hunger for the flesh was never so raw...
Passion is alight...anything for that.
No dignity, no common sense, no values, no scrupules...
The former is the most wicked, most undesirable and can even be bartered with another man to be eliminated...
Just look into this poor soul eyes, disbelief dilates its eyes more than hurt...all the magic...gone
Suddenly the cherished ones as the just enemies...
To protect the newcomer, the apple of the eyes is called names...
Humiliation is as if not enough...
Stories are cooked for justifications...
Anything is fair to achieve this new bloom of love..
Is it love after all,
Where's that first love gone...soulmate looks just garbage now.
Weird change of heart if it changes like garment on the body.
~ I, an introvert...
found comfort being alone -
your love ... ruined that ~
~ 2nd Place ~ in the "Senryu Contest" Poetry Contest, Mick Talbot, Sponsor.
How fickle are the humors of the heart,
capricious and of alternating hue,
a masked chameleon of cunning art;
transmuting colours often hid from view.
11.10.20
An excerpt from my poem ' Colours of the heart'
Rithimus Divisa Poetry Contest
sponsored by Gregory Barden
Deep in your eyes when my gaze flies i feel,
Sometimes rain sometimes a river speaking.
Sometimes a night whispers something so still,
And feel someone a man like me seeking.
Over the years some of the stars faded.
Some of the doors meant to open stood shut.
Some hope and dreams lay by the streams jaded.
words that I bled screamed in her head, oh but !
The trees and wind tells me, "rescind, move on".
Memory pearls can't be hurled callously,
oh How can I, pierce a sad sky forlorn.
She's moonlight green gentle valley breezy.
Now She's a dove, clouds way above my soul,
flowers on dirt, her change of heart, will call.
(01.12.2022)