Two lumps of ore dug from earth
Emissions from mother's sore, equal from birth
One squeezed gently, smelting hit or miss
Warmed not heated immensely, cooled with a kiss
A blade made sent me, too soft, I did dismiss
The second I vowed intently, not to treat like this
Hardened in the fires of misery, quenched in the waters of want
Tempered in life's pillory, forged blade sharp and gaunt
Honed on grit's subtlety, polished fine edge of a savant
Future leaders of society from adversity's font
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The malleable seem to gain more durability and longevity, in general.
Thank you Cryptic for the read and words of interpretation. Each has its value. Merry Christmas to ya
Merry Christmas 🎄🙏🏻
I have a thing about damascus steel & have a fine collection of sharp pointy things all custom made in forges from around the globe .. all kept in a temperature controlled environment .. I also have a thing about Damascus & Syria and loose sleep over both on a regular basis .. I may be a million miles off target today but it had to be said & it felt safer letting go of it here .. forgive me .. Neville
Ah yes they say that the best steel is forged in the hottest fire and where else could be hotter except one's own home at times.
A fine write SB.
Thanks so much Orchi for the read and comment A Merry Christmas to you
Merry Christmas to you too SB!
Peace on earth my dear friend, peace on earth, may 2025 be a year where all world leaders find more wisdom and inspiration and demonstrate it for our young instead of what we have been seeing in these years🌹
Thanks Teddy for the read and comment as always it is cherrished, A Merry Christmas to you
A wonderful and deep poem that can both be taken outwardly (meaning an outward view of the world) or inwardly (at one's own self, circumstances, and influence on others). Either way, brilliantly penned, my dear friend! Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Thanks so much Tristan for the read and kind words of support it is always appreciated. A Merry Christmas to you
You are welcome and a Merry Christmas to you as well Soren! 🙏❤️
Could it be that adversity is the best teacher, if the student embraces it and learns. You've given much food for thought here, and I thank you.
I believe so Bella Thank you so much for reading and understanding this poem pleas write some more of your most delightful pieces. Merry Christmas to you and yours
I read your poem and one thought came to mind 'forged in the brighest flame' a line that will go into my 'Ideas Box' for later use - a sign of a great poem - ie one thar inspires others.
I thank you humbly Michael you are so right if I can inspire one person then all that I have written is worth while. A happy holidays to you
Awesome poem
and so true! 👍
Terrific use of
metaphor,
great rhyme, rhythm
and flow!!💯
Tempered and forged
quite eloquently, thank you!!
Best regards ✌️ Thad
PS: Merry Christmas! 🎄⛄🧑🎄🌟
Thanks so much Thad I appreciate your review and kind words A Merry Christmas to you and yours
Two types of life brought into our world soren, may the softer ones fill it with glory.
Andy
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