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Believe it or Not

You hope the one you're with
is true, but
know it's just delusions.
give benefits of doubt, but
is often wrong

Rug you stand on
steps rely on
fallen ladder from roof top
leave you stranded
on dry rotted shingles

Home of hopes, dreams
cherished memorable fruits
faded love on dead stems
sit idle in stained vase
no longer haven for marriage vows

Nest is empty
birds, damaged feathers
return home, tattered
weathering the storm
of life tragic lessons

no matter state of affairs
all will be well, because
i still live
free of regrets, and grudges
believe it or not

About This Poem

Last Few Words: in a down spiral. writing is good therapy

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft

About the Author

Region, Country: United States, USA

Favorite Poets: Billy Collins, Shakespeare, , Emily Dickinson, , , Whitman, Jess Tapper

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Comments

weirdelf

weirdelf

13 years 9 months ago

I believe it.

It seems with this you might be working towards longer, more in depth poems, which would be a natural progression for you.

Just a couple of grammar errors
You hope the one you with [you're with]
know its just delusions. [it's]
is often wrong [they're often]

lovely imagery, well expressed.

Barbara Writes

Barbara Writes

13 years 9 months ago

thanks

i will make the change.
thanks for the suggestion and ctit
they as well as other here have helped me alot

Geezer

Geezer

13 years 9 months ago

Since Jess...

has already given critique on the parts I would have, I will just say that I think I know where this write comes from. My wife and I have children who are grown and left the house only to come back when their feathers get ragged and torn. Seeking comfort of the old home front. It is frustrating to see this, but we help when we can. I just wish it wasn't so often! Good work, ~ Gee

Barbara Writes

Barbara Writes

13 years 9 months ago

thnks Gee

you are right on
with your comment
thanks for reading and sharing. i really appreciate