
Yearning
I saw you slowly changing
From the man you used to be
The partner in my life
Now void of clemency
You no longer took prisoners
When you went to war
Trampled on the underdog
To settle any score
I invented excuses
To explain your attitude
Your combative personality
Could dampen any mood
It was a riddle to most
What happened in your head
A human conundrum
No one could ever be your stead
I pine for you my lover
Who held my heart near
Never hurting my feelings
Or giving me fear
I yearn for your homecoming
To the place you are treasured
Held safe and loved
I fear you have perished
Christine Bolton - Poetry for Healing ©
Word Prompts:
Riddle
Homecoming and Partner
Underdog
Clemency
Invent
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This is great you have so much talent to be able to make something this good from these words.
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You are so kind. I’m so touched that you enjoy what I write. Sometimes I get a little dark but it’s all part of any process I guess. I do write humorous poetry too🙂
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I like this Christine, the yearning seems so palpable.
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Thank you dear Punam. I am happy you liked it 💕
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My pleasure, dear! 💞
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That was so sad, but written with such feeling. Really lovely.
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Thank you very much. I’m happy you liked it and I am grateful for the feedback 🙂
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Your welcome.
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Well written. So much feeling captured. Thanks for participating.
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Thank you Roger! 🙂
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