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No Child’s Game
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No Child’s Game |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
No Child’s Game I’m lulled into thinking the past is dead Then an image of you sparks a flame Memories resurrect themselves in my head Playing house is no child’s game Not all of them are painful Some tend to bring a smile Still others tend to prick my skin Like a disease I’ve fought for awhile Life’s highway started out smooth and straight Then somewhere took a bend in the road We realized we were lost too late Our wagon couldn’t handle the load How would we remove all this debris? Years had filled the road with litter Dragged along behind you and me Young love had turned old and bitter The parting of ways can be a kind thing releasing partners imprisoned by shame Like the day we each took off our ring Playing house in no child’s game. Cheryl McClellan 10/26/01 |
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GenXer Senior Member
since 2001-12-15
Posts 583USA |
Cheryl - Very good. At least the both of you were smart enough to eventually walk away when you saw it wasn't working. Nice writing. Dave |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Dave, thanks for reading. Fortunately this is not a personal account. Just know some people who played the game. Cheryl |
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GenXer Senior Member
since 2001-12-15
Posts 583USA |
You had me fooled. Don't ever do that again.   Dave |
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Irish Rose Member Patricius
since 2000-04-06
Posts 10263 |
I suppose we all know someone who has went through this kind of thing. I, personally, don't like games, many think I'm a dud, oh well! 'Fiction is the truth inside the lie.' ~Stephen King |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Dave, Sorry dear friend but aren't you glad it's not personal. Irish Rose, I think some people start out loving each other, then gradually it fades and they stick it out for appearances or for their children. Sad but often true. Cheryl |
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GenXer Senior Member
since 2001-12-15
Posts 583USA |
Of course I am. My New Years Resolution is to be kinder to people.  |
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Mac Attack Member
since 2001-12-12
Posts 100Ontario, Canada |
Hi Cheryl! Just looked you up and wanted you to know that I thought this was a great write. I especially liked "releasing partners imprisoned by shame". Wow! You had me going too though, I thought it was about you.  Glad to hear it's simply a great imagination resulting in a great post! Hope to see you around! Mac |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Mac, thanks for finding me here. I'll look for some of your work also. Glad you enjoyed this one. Cheryl |
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Mac Attack Member
since 2001-12-12
Posts 100Ontario, Canada |
Bump |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Cheryl darling girl yes you had me fooled too, I definitely thought this was from your point of view. Stunning writing absolutely excellent. You really wrote this one well darling girl, truly outstanding   Love and warm stuff As always Mushy  To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace St John ch2 v1 |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (big hugggsssssss) So very sad, sweet friend, my heart goes out to you! Sometimes love and friendfships just don't work out, but fear not, love will always find a way! (kiss on cheek) We all love you so much, sweet friend, this is wonderful! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Cheryl, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Kethry Member Rara Avis
since 2000-07-29
Posts 9082Victoria Australia |
Cheryl, you made a believer of me too...it must be the realism in your write. Write on Kethry Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Marsha & Keth, the dynamic duo Thanks to both of you for reading. I'm glad it was convincing enough to make you feel I had experienced this. Sort of like an actor who convinces you to hate him on screen when he's really a lovable fellow. Cheryl |
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His Poet Senior Member
since 2001-12-18
Posts 750 |
Noah Dear, Do not fear for my heart. This is not based on personal experience. I've been married to the same hubby for for almost 33 years but I have seen lots of couples live the lie. Thanks for caring and reading. Cheryl |
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