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Broken

Objects break, and that’s a fact. Glasses shatter, cups get cracked. Plates get chipped and pans get dented; Damages can’t be cemented. Something smashed to smithereens Makes a mess for one who cleans. The breaker feels remorse and shame, Especially when named for blame. Yet many things can be replaced, The image of the first erased. So there’s no cause to be upset ‘Cause agita is all you’ll get. Let it go – just clean the pieces. Count to ten, ‘til anger ceases. Any object’s just a token; Just be glad your heart’s not broken.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 11/15/2011 9:26:00 AM
I had to add you to my list of favorite poets so that I can get right to your poems when I get on line. Keep them coming.
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 11/15/2011 2:36:00 PM
wow, mike! that really made my day! i hope i don't disappoint. thanks so much..........
Date: 11/14/2011 6:38:00 PM
Oh so true, certainly the broken heart is most un-desired damage that also breaks the spirit and is so difficult to mend. I really liked this, so cleverly written. Thank you.
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 11/15/2011 2:36:00 PM
i appreciate you reading my words and commenting. thanks so much!
Date: 11/14/2011 6:07:00 PM
ilene, i totally dig it when i read one of yours, this one no exception. write on and thanks for being, namaste~N
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 11/15/2011 2:35:00 PM
thanks for your kind words, nancy! your comments make me smile.

Book: Shattered Sighs