The Meaning of Love (Sestina)

I.
There once was a lad who believed in love
To honor a maiden, he devoted his life
A life of peace, harmony, and beauty
From which they drew a secret meaning
For a higher purpose, an understanding
Where each one is connected in this world

II.
Then sadness and hurt destroyed their world
Watching dark shadows taint the colors of love
Happiness became an illusion, a painful understanding
Someone’s interpretation of a fruitful life
How could they draw any kind of meaning
When all consequence ceased for her beauty?

III.
Never underestimate the power of beauty
It has the ability to change the world
They sought to discover a greater meaning
And restore their passionate belief in love
Reshape their existence and redefine life
Enriching hearts for a better understanding

IV.
Passing judgments was not an understanding
Alas, neither saw the other’s beauty
Unknowingly each gave up on life
Lost all strength and their place in this world
Undeserving of anyone’s love
Without sense, knowledge, or meaning

V.
But a beating heart draws its own meaning
Experience taught them sincerity and understanding
Finding it worth while to save their love
Faith and devotion revealed an inner beauty
And carved a space within this world
Embarking on a journey towards a better life

VI.
There was a place for him in her life
They soon realized its deeper meaning
Together, they set out to conquer the world
Having reached a mutual understanding
With respect for a spiritual beauty
Never to be wronged by true love

VII.
Patience and devotion help with understanding
Why there is pleasure, pain, and beauty
Fortunate be those worthy of everlasting love


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