And The Horn Blows Once More

And The Horn Blows Once More

a poem by Chris T.

 

 

I fill my lungs with air to toot my horn

Blow and inhale in my bravado

Calling forth what once was born

Like some aging latin desperado

And the horn blows once more

 

The plumage is brilliant and full of color

For my palate never lacks skill

As beautiful as a crisp new dollar

Hoping to give someone a thrill

And the horn blows once more

 

Do not try to play my tune

For the nuance you will lack

One cannot outshine the moon

Or make its brilliance slack

And the horn blows once more

 

I will not wait for praise in earnest

For my patience treads on thin ice

My pomposity burns as a furnace

With an arrogance not so nice

And the horn blows once more

 

Armstrong’s cheeks were not as full

For mine emits that crowing sound

My trumpet stops the charging bull

Silencing the howling hound

And the horn blows once more

 

For no one can hear the voice of friends

Or the counsel of wise men

Never knowing how far grace extends

For the tune has outplayed the pen

And the horn blows once more

Author's Note

Sometimes when the Lord convicts he does so completely. The last couple of weeks the Lord has been working on my humility, or sometimes, lack of it. I have repented and I feel I am on a better, more modest path. In dealing with myself, I wanted to write a piece about the futility of my braggadocio. I hope it speaks to someone who needs to put down their shiny banner and take up God’s humble spirit. Here is my poem. Enjoy

Reviews

[Shy Girl]

I can feel the strong sense that you wanted to come across with each line you wrote. The last line of each stanza was almost like you recieved forgiveness for a sin of self. Then the next part starts with a new confession ending, again, with his forgiveness. I do love how you simulated that which you were looking for , in every last line, of each section.
"And the horn blows once more" Just shouts of a forgiveness to the lines above it. I also am amazed at how every other line of each separate stanza rhythms with consistant flow of beat. Beautifully written. I only with forgiveness came so easy as your penning this piece says. Stunning write :)

[*~*Butterfly Kisses*~*]

This seems to go along with my mood of late too. God has good way of putting us back in line and moving once more. Honest truth and emotion bleeds through these lines. An excellent poem. Nicely done.

[SoulCrusader (Yas)]

An oustanding poem...really shows the deep emotions and values to such a character trait and a deep understanding...thanks for such a poem :)

[Coyote Poetry]

I like the poem. The horn represent a lot in history. I like how you described the sound you would make with the horn. The battle to understand and find God and peace is a hard journey in this world. I believe we need to slow down and listen to other people. Be kind and not be negative. Ain't a easy task. Thank you for a excellent poem. Made me think.
Coyote

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This is really amazing, some truth in this as well.
I really enjoyed this. The words, the layout,
everything is wonderful.