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Recollections Withdrawn From a Tear Stained Memory.

March 13, 2011
By rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.<br /> -Buddha.

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I thought you were my friend
So I gave you the sun.
You took the flames
And burned my soul.

I thought you were my friend
So I gave you the ocean.
You took the salt
And sprinkled it in my wounds.

I thought you were my friend
So I gave you the wind.
You took the frigid gales
And extinguished my spirit.

I thought you were my friend
So I gave you my broken heart.
You took the two halves
And broke it once more.

© Steve S., Marblehead, MA

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I just had a huge fight with my friends, and I wanted to express how I felt.
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ebj.2014 PLATINUM said...
on Nov. 25 2011 at 6:29 pm
ebj.2014 PLATINUM, St. John, Washington
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Beautiful, I totally know how you feel! My friends did the same thing to me and I wrote a poem out of it too! Would you mind checking it out? It's called 'Whispers' and I think you'll really be able to relate to it! Thanks! :)
LifesIllusion BRONZE said...
on Nov. 24 2011 at 8:24 am
LifesIllusion BRONZE, Cicero, Indiana
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Wow this is the third piece I have read from you and all I can say is, you have TALENT! Keep writing gril:)
taylee SILVER said...
on Nov. 20 2011 at 9:55 am
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This was written very well. The imagery was amazing. I loved it. You should check out some of my work and tell me if you like any of it. Thanks! Kepp writing :)
Miki-chan BRONZE said...
on Oct. 18 2011 at 9:52 pm
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I'm becoming a fan, Ill tell you that! What a saddening poem, though. But I still really like it. Keep writing!
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Wow that was such a touching poem!! I cannot just express as to which extent do I admire  this poem because whatever adjectives that I would use would just be a glaring understatement!!!!!!! A question though- "How could you just write a meanigful poem inspite being afflicted with an emotional upheavel???'' Because for me I just need to have a right mood to conjure up a poem.
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YOU ROCK!  I'M IN LOVE WITH YOUR POEMS!!! 

AWESOME!

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i agree :) its amazingg
Angeleyes12 SILVER said...
on Aug. 3 2011 at 7:58 pm
Angeleyes12 SILVER, Hatfield, Pennsylvania
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Wow, i love the way you expressed this. It is beautiful
rubyrainstorm SILVER said...
on Jul. 26 2011 at 7:49 pm
rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Lol thank you!
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on Jul. 23 2011 at 9:06 pm
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I fight with my friendds. and some times this is how i feel. It is really good! great job!
rubyrainstorm SILVER said...
on Jun. 26 2011 at 9:26 am
rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Hahaha luv the :D's and thanks!
rubyrainstorm SILVER said...
on Jun. 26 2011 at 9:25 am
rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Thanks!!!!!
RhythmAndRhyme BRONZE said...
on Jun. 25 2011 at 11:58 am
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That would be amazing if you looked at some of mine. I only have a few, but I figure since you seem to be a very talented writer you could give me some much-needed feedback. Thanks!! :)))
RhythmAndRhyme BRONZE said...
on Jun. 25 2011 at 11:56 am
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So simplistic, yet it speaks to me! Very well written nice job! :DDD
Warm_My_Heart GOLD said...
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This is beautiful. You write very deeply, and I like that.
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IamtheshyStargirl PLATINUM, Lothlorien, Utah
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You're welcome, and thanks :)
rubyrainstorm SILVER said...
on Jun. 18 2011 at 10:52 am
rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Thank you, and I love that description of my writing...whisper-breath...nice!
IamtheshyStargirl PLATINUM said...
on Jun. 17 2011 at 4:38 pm
IamtheshyStargirl PLATINUM, Lothlorien, Utah
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Oh this is beautiful. You're one of those whisper-breath poets. Cool and clear, but surprisingly warm toned.
rubyrainstorm SILVER said...
on Jun. 16 2011 at 2:14 pm
rubyrainstorm SILVER, Closter, New Jersey
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Sure thing! Expect to hear from me soon! :)
HorseLover SILVER said...
on Jun. 16 2011 at 6:26 am
HorseLover SILVER, Dallas, Texas
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I would love if you could check out some of my stuff! :)