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oh2beme
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since 2000-07-24
Posts 215
NV USA

0 posted 2000-08-28 03:05 AM


This single life I lead today, much happier than before,
Putting the pieces back together of my heart in which was tore.
Slowly mending the heartaches, the pieces here and there,
In hopes that in the future, my love again I'd share.

Faced now with the pressure of living life alone,
You left me in such agony and my self-esteem was gone.
Now this task was up to me, a new life to embrace,
The painfully bitter memories from my mind I would erase.

Taking every step in stride, living one day at a time,
I was in control now, my choice was purely sublime.
The days were advancing smoothly, the nights were sometimes long,
And every day as I awoke, I'd tell myself, "You're strong".

Considering myself to be fortunate with each day I made it through,
That not a single tear was shed, nor did I stop and think of you.
The memories that you left me with, the times and trials we had,
Were no longer a burden to me, they no longer made me sad.

My life was coming together now, the outcome up to me,
Now every day I thank the Lord for a life not meant to be.
This relationship I have put away high upon the shelf,
For the lessons I learned and through it all, I got to know myself.

This person inside was hiding, afraid to come out of her shell,
But now the shell has been removed, there's peace now you can tell.
The reflection in the mirror, I see it every day,
Of a woman once Unhappily Married, smiles each step of the way!

© Copyright 2000 Debbie L. Carr - All Rights Reserved
Paula Finn
Member Ascendant
since 2000-06-17
Posts 5546
missouri
1 posted 2000-08-28 06:20 AM


Good for you...one day at a time thats the only way to live sometimes

Yesterday is gone...tomorrow may never happen...we only ever have today


susanbartee
Member
since 2000-08-15
Posts 119
Channelview, TX USA
2 posted 2000-08-28 01:19 PM


Couldn't hold back the tears.  I can't wait until I can feel "Single and Happy".  Your words are an inspiration to me that maybe someday I can feel completely happy again, too.  It's hard to live alone when you never have lived alone.  
Eddie de Jong
Junior Member
since 2000-07-31
Posts 27

3 posted 2000-08-28 03:25 PM


Sad, but with a strong message of hope. Very accurate description of a very difficult time. Thanks for sharing.  
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