I Need a Reset Button (sonnet)

I Need a Reset Button (sonnet)

A Poem by Victor D. Lopez

I need a reset button for my life,
A chance to chart a course on a blank slate,
Unplant the seeds that blossomed pain and strife,
And brought a bitter harvest to my plate.

I walked by open doors that closed behind,
With eyes fixed only forward on my course,
Trying to do what’s right, I’ve been unkind,
Attempts to avoid pain just made it worse.

I should have explored many other paths,
That led to orchards that would bear sweet fruit,
My solitary one has led to wrath,
The seeds I planted would themselves uproot.

What use is wisdom when it comes too late?
There is no reset button to cheat fate.

© 2024 Victor D. Lopez


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A sonnet of regret Victor. I would imagine that many wish perhaps that they had chosen a different pathway, one which would have been more satisfying and contented. Not easy to change direction mid course. I like the idea of an instant reset button. That would cut out all the angst of thinking. I guess I have been lucky. I have no specific regrets. Reasonably happy with my lot. I like your choice of language very much in this sonnet. Your third stanza in particular, very poetic. Another nicely crafted piece.


Chris

Posted 8 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Victor D. Lopez

8 Months Ago

Thank you, Chris. I actually have few regrets--mostly some about sins of omission as I've not done a.. read more



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A sonnet of regret Victor. I would imagine that many wish perhaps that they had chosen a different pathway, one which would have been more satisfying and contented. Not easy to change direction mid course. I like the idea of an instant reset button. That would cut out all the angst of thinking. I guess I have been lucky. I have no specific regrets. Reasonably happy with my lot. I like your choice of language very much in this sonnet. Your third stanza in particular, very poetic. Another nicely crafted piece.


Chris

Posted 8 Months Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Victor D. Lopez

8 Months Ago

Thank you, Chris. I actually have few regrets--mostly some about sins of omission as I've not done a.. read more

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Added on April 3, 2024
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Victor D. Lopez
Victor D. Lopez

Coram, NY



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I am a lawyer, professor of legal studies and author. My professional writing is primarily non fiction (law-related textbooks, reference books on mostly legal topics, articles in peer-reviewed law jou.. more..

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