Sonnet: The Reality Of Things On Earth Poem by Dr John Celes

So strange to see such youngsters die in scores
By accidents, so suddenly/disease;
To families some, God opens newer doors,
So that their aggrieved hearts may cope with ease!

So sad to see such robust persons die
Because of smoking, alcohol and drugs;
They never dreamt that death had lurked so nigh,
To give them shivers, shrieks and final hugs!

Some elders live up to a ripe old age;
God permits both the good and bad to thrive;
He blessed the former for their wise adage;
Repentant latter, by God's grace still live.

You cannot cheat the Maker in the least;
Souls must be pure to partake in His Feast!

Copyright by Dr John Celes 20-04-2016