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Whether you like to write your own poetry or just enjoy reading great poetry, this is a group for you to share your appreciation for the beauty of language. Post your favorite poems here and share your own writing.
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saravdw said:
on November 7, 2009 11:20 PM ET
edited on November 7, 2009 11:25 PM ET

          I still miss you.

 

The time has not cured my pain

How long has it been? It seems like forever,

You didn’t mean to hurt me; life took care of that,

            You were with me one day,

 And the next day, you unexpectedly ceased to exist.

 I still miss you, darling; I miss your laugh,

I miss your footsteps in the stillness of the night

I miss our walks holding hands,

I even miss that sweet tobacco aroma

That followed you wherever you went.

 Do I miss you all the time?  No,

Am I unhappy?  No, I still have a part of you,

Our lovely daughters make me happy and

They remind me of you.

Do I idolize your memory? No,

I just miss you!

 Life is beautiful darling

And I take it as a gift,

I enjoy the little things

That come my way, I am a happy

Care free, and sometimes, lonely woman

Who will always miss you, until...

We see each other again!

 

Saravdw      November 7, 2009

 

 

 

 

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Post #19
saravdw replied to bacwilli's Post #18 :
on November 10, 2009 06:24 PM ET

Thank you for your nice comments Barbara. After so many years I still miss my husband, at the beginning was unbearable, but with the help of our girls and all the wonderful people around me, I learned to go on.

Sara


Post #18
bacwilli said:
on November 10, 2009 01:43 PM ET

Thanks Sara, I appreciate the little glimpse you gave us into your life. Your words are just so lovely. Your sentiments so open. Thanks for your story.


Post #17
Zil replied to saravdw's Post #15 :
on November 9, 2009 06:51 PM ET

 

Sara, that's great news. Just write what's in your heart and watch the words appear. I look forward to your talent that has long been neglected. I'm sure they'll be wonderful. Thank you, Zil


Post #16
saravdw replied to intersan's Post #14 :
on November 9, 2009 06:12 PM ET

I appreciate you nice words intersan. Yes, life gave me a good  husband  and his memory inspired me to write this poem. As you said; I will pass it on to my children as a tribute to their father.

Sara

 


Post #15
saravdw replied to Zil's Post #13 :
on November 9, 2009 06:05 PM ET

 

Thank you for your kind words Zil. It is wonderful to have nice memories of our loved ones.  ( I used to write poems a long time ago, but I stopped doing it for some reason,   and this and one was an attemp to start again)

Sara.


Post #14
intersan said:
on November 9, 2009 12:52 AM ET

Sara, a lovely tribute to your husband who you've immortalized in poetry. Yet, you have had the strength to accept life as it is and to continue on. It's simple and honest as you open your heart to others. It would be nice to pass this on to family members, especially those who will be the future generation.


Post #13
Zil said:
on November 8, 2009 10:32 PM ET

Absolutely beautiful. Such a love, such a memory which carries you through. He wouldn't want it any other way, I'm sure. You've treasured the memories and that's what matters so hold on tight. That's what I do and am happier for it, I just miss him. Thank you (and you told me you couldn't write) Zil


Post #12
saravdw replied to Darksong's Post #5 :
on November 8, 2009 09:20 PM ET

Thank you Darksong, I am glad you liked it.

Sara