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Night Was Not The Victor
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Night Was Not The Victor |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) 
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Sometimes night falls, like the hammer of a smith. In the darkness I wonder, was dawn just a myth? A trick of imagination, I played upon myself? A book I read in the night, then placed upon a shelf? Though I see points of light in the darkness, stars up in the sky. I think I'll never touch one, I can't remember how to fly. As the night drags on and on, hope tends to fade. Did I bring this night this plight, with the choices that I've made? Could I have done more, to dry a tear from an eye? Did I say hello, when I should have said goodbye? Could I have sholdered anothers burden, but did not even try? Did I lose faith in truth and love? Did I believe a lie? Yes! I cry in the night, as I pray for the dawn. All these things I have done, though they be wrong. Often I put trust in self, instead of God. I am but a foolish child, beating himself with a rod. But as I rise to my feet, and brush the dust from my knees. The sun peeks oer distant hill, birds sing in the trees. I hear the laughter of a child, I see a lady smile. The night was not the victor, but was only a trial. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Oh, Steven, the depth and beauty of your words made for a very compelling read!!! God bless you! May your dawns always be glorious! Warm hug and a smile, Linda |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Earth Angel, a smile from a lady like you brings the dawn. :-) God Bless you right back! |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
"Yes! I cry in the night, as I pray for the dawn. All these things I have done, though they be wrong. Often I put trust in self, instead of God. I am but a foolish child, beating himself with a rod." Don't beat yourself too hard, Steve...you're a good man...don't forget that!!  |
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Sunshine
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
But as I rise to my feet, and brush the dust from my knees. The sun peeks oer distant hill, birds sing in the trees. I hear the laughter of a child, I see a lady smile. The night was not the victor, but was only a trial. ~*~ Steve, it is always good to read your thoughts... but this one was particularly full of insight and introspection. Thank you for your gifts. |
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Air Goddess Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 108Canada |
Hey you...I love reading your poetry..... "Often I put trust in self, instead of God"...... rare and deep... |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Thank You Martie, I'm so glad you think so. :-) Thank You Sunshine, I love seeing your name on the replys. You wouldn't have to say a thing, just knowing you read my poem is a compliment in it's self. :-) Thank you Air Goddess, I think we all do from time to time. I just wish it wasn't so often. :-) |
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XOx Uriah xOX Senior Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 1403Virginia |
This spoke to me and touched me deeply. I intend to find a suitable frame and place it on the wall, above my desk. Wonderul ! Thank you for this blessing. |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Uriah, I get the feeling we must have met somewhere along the road. We're kindred spirits for sure. To think you have my poem on your wall is a compliment of the highest order. God Bless! :-) |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
beautiful expressions from your heart...I really enjoyed this! Amy  "When life gives you sorrow, may you experience the spirit of laughter" |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
An excellent write Steve...worthy of many more reads. TD |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
Thank you Amy, The night can be long but the sun always rises eventually. :-) Thank You ThisDiamond, I'm honored to have one from you. :-) |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"The night was not the victor, but was only a trial." Your work is so genuine Steven... so heartfelt. Thank you. |
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icequeen Senior Member
since 2001-12-09
Posts 633FL USA |
Though I see points of light in the darkness, stars up in the sky. I think I'll never touch one, I can't remember how to fly. Ahhh now this is just lovely... and now, during my bouts of frustrating insomnia, I shall have this poem to remind me that yes, the night is just a trial, and so I will trust and sleep, remembering your wise words. Caroline |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
A warm thought, that perhaps, dawn wins. Thanks for sharing another wonderful write. |
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