by Cheryl Batavia

A Sonnet for Cindy: A True Story of Recovery

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A Sonnet for Cindy: A True Story of Recovery

Recovering from surgery, I sat

bemoaning Florida’s rare frigid days.

No matter where we set the thermostat,

I couldn’t get warm; I was cold…always!

Too cold to get up, two days in my bed,

too cold for walking in drizzling rain!

I pulled the covers way up to my head,

binge-watching movies to forget my pain.

The next day, I sat in my easy chair,

reading Celebrating Poetry;

I found encouragement and comfort there,

and Cindy’s kind words motivated me.

Next day, warmer, I walked in the sunshine,

and, thanks to Cindy, I knew I’d be fine!

Copyright© 2025 by Cheryl Batavia

Celebrating Poetry is an insightful and inspiring book by Cindy Georgakas. Cindy’s beautifully expressed poems challenge us to examine our perspectives and to live our best lives.

For the full story of my illness see “The Colors of My Life,” https://gulfcoastpoet.com/2025/o1/27/the-colors-of-my-life/

22 Comments

  1. Unknown's avatar

    Oh my Cheryl, this is such a beautiful sonnet, that warms me on a cold day and makes my heart happy. Just the elixir I needed today. Thank you so much for this kind review. Maybe I better read this book. Lol.. You’re a dear heart and I appreciate you.
    Much love and gratitude. Happy you are back in blogland! 💓🙏🏼

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  4. Unknown's avatar

    This is a very heart warming sonnet, Cheryl. And the credit goes to dear Cindy, who has shared her wisdom in the two inspiring and power- packed books. Congratulations to both of you 👏🎉💐🌹

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      Thank you KK, for your kind words. I am glad you liked the sonnet, and yes, the credit belongs to Cindy! ❤️ She is a truly remarkable person.

      I can personally vouch for the healing powers of Cindy’s poems. Reading them helped me, both physically and mentally, when I was feeling so cold and tired. My spirits were lifted, and I felt empowered to push forward toward recovery. I believe that Cindy’s lifetime of helping people has infused her wonderful books. 😊

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        You’re right, Cheryl, Cindy is a multi-talented personality. Her knowledge and rich experience are reflected in her books. I’m happy for you that her books helped you recover fast. 😊

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      I was not aware that this chilling effect could happen during recovery until I experienced it myself. Now that warm weather has returned, I seem to be fine! For two days, I shivered until I was exhausted. I am sorry you also got chilled, and I hope your ankle is fully recovered. 💕

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