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The Battle of My Heart
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The Battle of My Heart |
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allamericanjoe Member
since 2003-10-02
Posts 116Iredell county, NC 
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I'm sorry for all, Of the things that I've done. For all of the races, That I chose not to run. I'm sorry I hurt you, Fot there was no need. When cruelly I cut you, And left you to bleed. I know that it's hard, To believe that I've changed. That I once was so cold, And now none of it remains. I ask much of you now, I have the right to ask naught. But to become who I am, I have viciously fought. I've sparred with my pride, And wrestled my doubts, I've parried my fears, And won many bouts. perfection of character, Is not what I claim. But I know in my heart, That I am not the same. My eyes are now open, As well as my heart. And I most humbly ask, For one more fresh start. You haunt all my dreams, And And you occupy my thoughts. It's only for you, This battle I've fought. I know I'm the victor, But I have not the prize. For the only trophy I seek, Is sequestered in your eyes. It's that flame, that sparkle, It's what words cannot say. I think that I see it... Or do my eyes betray? "The greatest gift a father can give to his daughter is to love her mother." |
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Sunnyone Member Ascendant
since 2000-07-06
Posts 5334Staffordshire, England |
What a truly touching poem this is, and with so many feelings that are familiar. I think the ending is beautiful, really, and leaves with a question...one that a lot of us have asked...excellent write here...~S~ Accept these small gifts from my gypsy heart ~S~ |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Wow Joseph! You beared your heart and soul here for us all to see. Yet another beautiful piece of writing from you. Take care........Sue I am in motion |
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PsychoticBunni Member
since 2003-10-03
Posts 162Mythical Atlantis |
wow. heavy. it's like you took the words out of my head and put them on paper. or the internet if you will. lol. but seriously that's like my life in a nutshell. Meg-cheauvanistsshould be tortured mercilessly by being tied to a mast and listening to Sirens singing their sexual song |
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SharaRose Member Elite
since 2003-07-19
Posts 2501Somewhere out there~ |
Very nice! Love, Terri~  Of sound, and speech let all lift the hearer! |
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angelblueyes Member Elite
since 2003-07-19
Posts 2148Oklahoma |
You showed it all and I;m glad you did.We all are faced with this at some time or another.You my friend were brave enough to share it.  Crystal |
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allamericanjoe Member
since 2003-10-02
Posts 116Iredell county, NC |
I really appreciate everyones support. The poems I have posted here are the first I've written since creative writing in College. I wish I were more familiar with other forms of poetry, unfortunately this is the only form I really "get". And I'm not sure I "get" it right. So thank you all again for being so sweet and complimentary. |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
I think we need some more comments on this fine piece of writing. "A poet weaves his words through each verse to create a most beautiful tapestry for us all to admire" I am in motion |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Fantastic soul-bearing write Joe... Very much enjoyed as always. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile~ |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Joe, very courageous words from a humbled soul. Words many could benefit from reading at least once, if not more. Thanx.. |
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