The jagged scars that cross my soul,
from truth or falsehood ne’er to feel,
of what, pray tell, have they foretold?
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From lessons learned in days of old,
when ne’er was questioned right or real,
the jagged scars that cross my soul.
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The glowing orb shines halo gold,
with promises in dream revealed.
Of what, pray tell, have they foretold?
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To run from grace or join the fold.
To have, with faith, the strength to heal,
the jagged scars that cross my soul.
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Of answers found in words unscrolled,
when mind, nor heart nor soul appeal,
of what, pray tell, have they foretold?
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Upon altars of truth behold,
while burdened heart in hand, I kneel,
the jagged scars that cross my soul.
Of what, pray tell, have they foretold?
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Cathy holmes
Canadian family girl with a recently discovered love for writing. Other loves include animals and sports.
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Magnificent
Very well done.
You have long been an amazing writer and poet, but I have to say I think you've officially found your poetic form. Your Villanelles are nothing short of transcendent and are seriously skillfully, expertly executed. And so, so beautiful. Well done, my friend. You're my predicted winner for this challenge! <3
I tried many times to crack out a villanelle and couldn't get on with it. It's bloody hard! You make it look easy. This flows so well. Well done Cathy 😁
You are the villanelle master, my friend! Seriously! Every line in this hits. Your poetry just blows me away. 💫💞
Wonderfully-written!
Exceptional work, dear friend! Your poetry is alway so amazing 🥹
Oh. How elegant! Also... how mysterious too. The last quatrain is perfect. Great work. You are such a good poet!
I was sure I read this, I have now, excellent work
Indeed, what might they foretell for each of us, those jagged scars across our souls? Beautifully contemplative & thought-provoking.
I’m lost for words. This is other worldly and masterfully executed. You are the queen of Villanelles.
Oh my, this is amazing. Thank you for sharing this ❤️
Beautiful Cathy there was so mich in this excellent work
Beautiful, Cathy. Good job
Brilliant work Cathy! They definitely have message for us indeed! 😊👏
Hannah stoled my comment really. I was thinking of Dylan Thomas' famous villanelle and other classic sounding poems. Stunning work, buddy. And I do believe this also should be a Top Story. I was going to say Villanelles are clearly your wheelhouse, but I've yet to find a form that you don't do marvellous work in! :)
This one has a really kind of classic feel. Very elegant.
And nailed it! Again! Just perfect 🤍
Whoaaaaa! This blew my mind! Gosh you're so freaking amazing at these Villanelles! I loved this so much!
This needs to be a top story.
Awesome!!! Exquisitely written and loved your Villanelle poem!!!💕❤️❤️