By Chance or Appointment - 16. September Sonnet

Was posting this on the anniversary of 9/11 intentional? Because it certainly seemed to fit

2 minutes ago, weinerdog said:

Was posting this on the anniversary of 9/11 intentional? Because it certainly seemed to fit

The timing was right, I thought.  Thank you very much for reading this!

This fitted the day perfectly.

Just now, chris191070 said:

This fitted the day perfectly.

Thank you very much. 

Beautiful, Parker. I saw this as a lament for those marginalized, those who live in fear of more injury... from a world going mad. Yet there is hope, in that flower I choose to see as rainbow colored. We must always fight back. Loved the rhythm of your words. Thanks for this... lately some days are hard to get through.

4 minutes ago, Headstall said:

Beautiful, Parker. I saw this as a lament for those marginalized, those who live in fear of more injury... from a world going mad. Yet there is hope, in that flower I choose to see as rainbow colored. We must always fight back. Loved the rhythm of your words. Thanks for this... lately some days are hard to get through.

Too many must lean against the wind just to stand; still more have paid a heavy price for simply being who they are. I yet believe that rainbow colored flower you identified can help us change the world. Thank you for your comments and for reading. 

No one is blameless, no one is perfect.  Hatred, especially fueled by chosen stupidity, must be confronted with action fueled by love.  It is interesting that the church I attend will have a vote this coming Sunday to be part of the Reconciling Ministries Network so that anyone looking for an open and accepting church in Orlando will find us.  I do hope that your garden is reflected in this church!

Your words are powerful and so well crafted.  Excellent work!

10 minutes ago, pvtguy said:

No one is blameless, no one is perfect.  Hatred, especially fueled by chosen stupidity, must be confronted with action fueled by love.  It is interesting that the church I attend will have a vote this coming Sunday to be part of the Reconciling Ministries Network so that anyone looking for an open and accepting church in Orlando will find us.  I do hope that your garden is reflected in this church!

Your words are powerful and so well crafted.  Excellent work!

I rejoice that there are faith communities which seek to open their arms and embrace everyone. Your news is heartening in a spite-filled world. I hope this sonnet is encouraging to you. Many thanks for your thoughts and response. 

3 hours ago, Parker Owens said:

Too many must lean against the wind just to stand; still more have paid a heavy price for simply being who they are. I yet believe that rainbow colored flower you identified can help us change the world. Thank you for your comments and for reading. 

This response is as poetic and beautiful as today’s offering. Too many must lean against the wind to stand… 

12 minutes ago, Dan South said:

This response is as poetic and beautiful as today’s offering. Too many must lean against the wind to stand… 

Thank you, twice over! I’m glad this tweaked sonnet form retained its beauty for you.