Would that my sonnet shine

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Would that my sonnet shine

Would that my sonnet shine like burnished gold
So thou canst marvel long at its pure gleam:
A sonnet so warm that banishes cold
And serves to guide and guard through a dark dream.
Its lines would keep the heat of noonday sun.
Their beauty would catch fire—a burning crest.
The fruits of its labor would let it run
To hearts and minds so sore in need of rest.
Would that my sonnet be velvet to touch
To show that truth is always here to serve.
Would that each word become a star or such
As any lantern lighted works with verve.
   I hope that riming truth thy soul will feed,
   And that my sonnets work to meet thy need.