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The Chess Game
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The Chess game **** There is a vision Branded in my mind Ever since a dream Left it behind Never to be forgotten. There was an open grave Under a shady elm In Arlington On the tombstone Was carved my name Under, it read USMC. It was empty Beautiful green sod laid neat by its side At a distance A lone piper practiced A beautiful tune Amazing grace with a somber look Upon his face. Two Angels sat silently By the wayside Both handsome as all Angels are One had shoulder length Black silky hair, Ebony wings as that raven Perched over there With an expressionless Face. As the contras of day and night The other Had Long Golden hair Wings reflecting the rays Of a rising sun He wore not a smile But a soft glow resembling one They silently played chess. *** By: William Bonilla “’D’Artagnan 08/24/09

Reviewed by john salmon

Reviewed on October 21, 2009

Very well written poem, expressed perfectly.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on September 11, 2009

Great contrasts in this poem, William. Details are vivid. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on September 9, 2009

Wonderful images in this solitary , uplifing poem! What an unusual concept, of angels playing chess by a grave site! Great poem!...M

Reviewed by Carole Mathys

Reviewed on September 7, 2009

Your dreams are very visual and quite profound William, a well written poem...
peace and love, Carole~

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on September 4, 2009

Such deep dreams you have, William! Have you been reading Poe, lately?
Dark-haired angel...evil? Golden haired angel...good? May the Golden-haired one win the chess game, and remove the headstone for much later use...
Interesting, poetic dream...my interpretation...
Blessings and Love - Micke

Reviewed by Patrick Granfors

Reviewed on September 3, 2009

Checkmate! Patrick

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings

Good always wins over evil! and I am so glad that you are here and will fulfil your purpose, for the Lord is with you! very powerful vision, and well penned, I had to read it twice! " The Chess Game " William! with the Lord on your side you are the winner! Thanks for sharing!!!

Blessings!!

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Wow what a dream William..moving indeed!

Reviewed by La Belle Rouge Poetess Of The Heart

A profound and thought provoking dream, beautifully penned William.

Reviewed by Amber Moonstone

One incredible dream William, you are not ready to play chess just yet!
Too many stories and poetry left in your heart...
Beautiful poem, captures a plane of existence that only a true poet can exist in.
Peace, love, and light,
Amber "V"

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Georg Mateos

USMC's will have dreams...never nightmares, and next time I play chess with the Big Boss I will ask Him why those angels were distracted playing chess instead of showing you the special place that Marines have in Heaven. And, my brother, that lone piper will never had a somber face when playing Amazing Grace for you.
May your heart get eternal peace among your brothers in Arlington.
Amazing!

Georg

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan

Reviewed on September 2, 2009

fascinating!

Reviewed by Jms Bell

IS THIS FOR REAL WILLIAM....? IF IT IS, I WOULD THINK IT TO BE PRETTY SIGNIFICANT IN THAT WE KNOW THERE IS A CONTINUOUS 'WAR' GOING ON BETWEEN GOOD AND EVIL WITHIN US AND GOD HAS GIVEN US A 'FREE WILL' TO CHOOSE WHICH SIDE WE WANT TO FOLLOW. THIS A VERY WELL DONE WORK. ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING AND GOD BLESS YOU.
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

What a dream William, that is something like I would have. Thank you for sharing.

Newfie Hugs, Rose