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Auguste

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since 2000-02-16

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By the sea

0 posted 2002-07-03 03:21 PM

It's Just Sex

She sleeps with each new boyfriend,
that she not be rejected first.
She’s learned to feed their appetites,
but knows that in so she is cursed.

She equates love with touch and feel,
but in truth, knows there’s so much more.
She often sacrifices self.
Her body, heart, often at war.

Their interest is hard to keep,
unless she spends the night with them.
She’s told me how many it’s been.
It is thirty five, counting him.

It’s true that I am getting old
and morals changed over the years,
but seems the more that they have changed,
the more I’ve seen a woman’s tears.

Chivalry and respect are gone.
The few men left, a dying breed.
“I’ll pull the chair out for myself.
Don’t hold the door, there is no need.”

The times may change, but not the heart.
It still needs touch, a warm embrace.
A woman still needs to be held,
the falling tears, kissed from her face.

Each night I hold this dear friend close,
wipe tears away and stroke her hair.
She speaks of her next boyfriend,
how she hopes he will really care.

(This is a true story, unfortunately)

[This message has been edited by Auguste (07-03-2002 03:27 PM).]

suthern

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since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

1 posted 2002-07-03 03:29 PM

She's not alone... so many are looking for love in all the wrong places... and losing themselves in the process.

Excellent write. *S*

Toerag
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since 1999-07-29

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Ala bam a

2 posted 2002-07-03 03:29 PM

Isn't this sad?....But so true in so many ways....I think feelings have deteriated, conscience has deteriated, and so many young gals think that the bedroom is the way to love.....I think the older one gets, the more they realize that sex is far less important than companionship and love....well done bud....and alot of wisdom also....

Mistletoe Angel

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since 2000-12-17

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Portland, Oregon

3 posted 2002-07-03 03:37 PM

(big hugggsssssss) Oh Michael, this is so very heartbreaking, sweet friend, it oo saddens me to see so many men take advantage of women and have them only for sexual vows when the whole meaning of love is taken for granted! (sigh) I have desires too, but I want to love from the heart and make my dream girl so very happy and be there when she is sad and aching and help her then too and listen to her! (sad sigh) This is sadly heartfelt, sweet friend, my heart goes out to her, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Michael, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Enchantress
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since 2001-08-14

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Canada eh.

4 posted 2002-07-03 03:58 PM

Michael, you've hit it right on with this one.
How very very true...but, also SO sad.
Young people now think sex is love, and love is sex,..and to top it off,
to be given so easily, at such a tender age.
I hope this young person you are speaking of listens to you Michael.
Well done poet sir.
~gentle hugs~

~Somewhere in my heart I'm always
dancing with you in the summer rain~

Pilgrimage
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since 2001-12-04

Posts 3945
Texas, USA

5 posted 2002-07-03 06:13 PM

I've seen this more and more through the years. It's a sad thing to not know the difference, and to not know your own self-worth. Good poem.

Nan

serenity blaze
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since 2000-02-02

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6 posted 2002-07-03 06:27 PM

Sad, too often true, and I could write a book on this subject...(oh yeah, I AM!

)

written with understanding and compassion...

shows the sweetness of YOU, Michael.

Irie
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since 1999-12-01

Posts 1493
Washington State

7 posted 2002-07-03 06:34 PM

This is so sad, yet very well writen Auguste.
You're friend is lucky to have someone like you.
I wish her all the best and may she soon find happiness and True Love

Give her a hug from me

~Sheri

"The things that come to those that wait may be the things
left by those who got there first"

bsquirrel

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since 2000-01-03

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8 posted 2002-07-03 06:55 PM

I think th' same is true with guys. At least truthful ones -- th' need for love and t' be held now and again.

"Chivalry is just a remnant of patriarchal oppression." That's a quote from a really cool online strip (Ozy and Millie), and my girlfriend says it now and again.

No wonder I love her so much.

Well wishes.

Mike

These smiling eyes are just a mirror for the sun.
-RHCP

ethome
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since 2000-05-14

Posts 11858
New Brunswick Canada

9 posted 2002-07-03 07:55 PM

Well, it's too bad she can't see the forest for the trees....you're right there and would be the best companion she could ever have. Amazing how what's obvious hides so well........There's so much truth in this write and yes, morals have all gone to hell!!

devina
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Cali

10 posted 2002-07-03 08:15 PM

Aww sweetie...she sure is lucky to have you...

Know exactly what you mean here...that's why I held out on marriage till I found one that opened doors, held my hand, and showed respect!!! (um...waited a long bit)

What a world today!!!

Excellent write by the way!!!

Open arms can be the most fragile in the world...

Skyfire

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Riding

11 posted 2002-07-03 09:14 PM

*sigh* Someday maybe she'll get a good one.

Martie

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12 posted 2002-07-03 10:29 PM

Michael

There are many good men out there...you just proved it!

Madame Chipmunk
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Michigan

13 posted 2002-07-04 07:15 PM

This is so sad, Michael...and knowing it is true, really breaks my heart.
It is beautifully written.
I hope you are feeling well...

~ many hugs

Lyra

copyright2002 Lyra Nesius

"poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks

Auguste

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since 2000-02-16

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By the sea

14 posted 2002-07-05 11:46 AM

Hi everyone and thank you dearly for your kind replies. This is about a friend on a quest to find the right guy. Problem is, each one so far has been a loser and yet she's given herself physically to each of them. Needless to say, she comes away feeling used, even though she allowed herself to be in that situation. In my opinion, this is not becoming a kinder, more gentle world. It's becoming one where respect for women and romance are no longer part of the dating experience.

*hugs* to all!
Michael

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