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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines 
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Choices "If able to do it all again"... Years ago one summer day met someone wonderful,in teenage thought. A lifeguard, one who held my heart in every way, happy moments were brought. For thirty years and those few before high on life was our specialty. Then as happens to some or maybe most the next ten rained/reigned down unbelievably. A lustful thought accompanying drink helped cause the break, leaving a scar. (No fault of one, for two it takes or so they say, whover they are). That today remains, but with tenderness, understanding and time, can reduce the strain allowing the past to rise again remembering what was, to release the pain. For human we are, and that love long ago holds unconditional, a kindness in form, forever pieced in a pattern of quilt to be blessed in the future keeping one warm. I've held my own, causing little of pain knowing once of a love now resting in heart. If ever asked would I change a thing I wouldn't at all, at least on my part. M "Love is not blind - It sees more and not less, but because it sees more, it is willing to see less." |
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Chalmette Guy Senior Member
since 2009-03-11
Posts 1257Louisiana |
Wow, powerful and eloquent introspection and forgiveness that transcends the human condition. |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
M... Chalmette Guy said it better than I could! This is one of your best... and one I'm keeping. *S* |
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steavenr Member Elite
since 2003-11-17
Posts 4058 |
"That today remains, but with tenderness, understanding and time, can reduce the strain allowing the past to rise again remembering what was, to release the pain." ...such as healing verse...in a quite remarkable write...very nicely done |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Wonderful write, Maureen, releasing heart/mind reflections with a soft gentle touch. |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
I've held my own, causing little of pain knowing once of a love now resting in heart. If ever asked would I change a thing I wouldn't at all, at least on my part. I really enjoyed this poem Maureen and especcially the last verse. Life can be cruel at times but keep the chin up and the sun will shine again for you I know. Love Lindsay |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
That today remains, but with tenderness, understanding and time, can reduce the strain allowing the past to rise again remembering what was, to release the pain. Maureen I really like the above but all of this is a wonderful write! Eric |
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Prasad Nataraj Senior Member
since 2008-05-29
Posts 1149Bangalore,India |
Not wonder drinking is bad for health. Writing is wonderful, stirring emotions. I think its “whoever they are”. "Hardwork pays in the long run" |
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Oklahoma Rose Senior Member
since 2008-02-28
Posts 1586Oklahoma USA |
I know what you mean, Maureen. Love has a way of capturing a heart. And, true love stays forever. Inspite of what happens. |
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secondhanddreampoet Member Ascendant
since 2006-11-07
Posts 6394a 'Universalist' ! |
V. well done! |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Chalmette Guy, thank you for such a kind response. It has taken alot of effort to reach these feelings. suthern, thank you...we are actually getting along better than we have in years. I think when the alcohol accompanies a tragedy, it makes one realize you have to change or you are doomed. I am not happy about the way it happened but at least it is a positive change for him. steavenr, thank you for your kind words. Kacy, I appreciate your kind words and responses. Hope you are feeling better.  LindsayP, the sun comes up every morning and I am learning to appreciate whatever I have and /or comes my way though the losses are harder to take as one ages.Thank you for your thoughts. E, hugs to you my friend for knowing and understanding, as always. M Prasad Nataraj,... believe me it has been hard work and often depressing feelings. I am the lucky one who has had enough support to make it through these last few years. Sue,"true love stays forever" but love also changes and there are so many different kinds of love. hugs Bruce, thanks, hope all is well up there. We finally have this beautiful, even though a bit too warm, weather.  M |
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rad802 Member
since 2008-04-19
Posts 279KY U.S.A. |
Thanks for the reply. I don't drink. Not a drop. Love your work. Hope you are well. Rick Rick Delmonico |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
I went searching for one of yours, I have been gone too long! ~ Excellent poetic thoughts spilled on this page of blue ARCTIC WIND |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
nakdthoughts - your thoughts reflect your wisdom, as always... BC |
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