Though he gained popularity
As a hymn writer of brilliance
He felt no joy
In contrast there was
A sense of alienation
From organized religion
Unaware of his inner turmoil
His congregation expected
Him to scale greater heights
Unable to live with this dichotomy
His religion he did renounce.
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I am constantly awed by the ability of bloggers to come up with wonderful poems and stories at short notice in response to the prompts. Well done, Punam.
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Aww! Thank you so much Tracy. It has now become a kind of a game for me to see if I can fit in three prompts in a poem which makes some sense. It feels really good when the effort is appreciated.
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You’re welcome, Punam.
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Tote the line, or else… he made a wise decision. Great use of prompts, Punam.
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I guess so! Thank you so much.
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You are welcome,
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Getting in all those prompts is a feat! One that you do so smoothly and beautifully! Is this poem about a specific person? I’m trying to think of who it might be…
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Honest confession …no! Wrote just what came to my mind after having a look at the prompts! 😀
Thanks a lot dear!
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This is brilliant then! It reads like a long lost story of someone who should be a hero…or (in some circles) a villain…
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Thank you so much.
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pressure to conform can do that
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Yes, it can!
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I am in awe at how you used those prompts in your poem making it all weave together beautifully.
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Thank you so much Mich. Encouragement does the trick! 😀
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It definitely takes courage and in my eyes honor to face our doubts especially in this sort of capacity openly and publicly. Wonderful post Punam!💕 🤗
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Yes, it does take courage! Thank you so much Jenna! 😊❤️
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You’re so welcome Punam!😊 💕
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