Radiance in Shadow
On the Bond of Joy and Sorrow
Love binds me where it hurts, both sweet and stern,
A shining chain that dazzles, then deceives.
Its fire consoles while making spirit burn,
It crowns with hope, then steals what it bestows.
I see delight appear, then swiftly turn,
Like morning light pursued by heavy eves.
The heart climbs high, then falters as I learn
That joy is carved from grief each moment grows.
Still I am drawn into the restless flame,
A single glance can set the night alight.
In loss I keep the treasure once I claimed,
In sorrow I still call his name at night.
So light and shadow live as one accord,
They fight within, yet leave the soul restored.
About the Creator
Tim Carmichael
I’m a firm believer life is messy, beautiful, and too short, which is why I write poems full of heart and humor. I am an Appalachian poet and cookbook author. My book Beautiful and Brutal Things is on Amazon, Link 👇
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Comments (1)
Beautifully done. I haven't even attempted the sonnet prompt yet. It's a very difficult form, and you made it sing.