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Long Lost Love

Long Lost Love Mine was the kiss you so used to miss, when I was just gone for the day. Now I'm always here and ever so near, you couldn't be further away. Mine were the eyes to reflect sunny skies, our future so bright, warm and clear. Through torrents of tears and fighting my fears, I watched our blue sky disappear. Mine was the voice you picked as your choice for every "I Love You" you heard. Though it's still said every night before bed, my tone says I mean not a word. Mine was the smile that lasted a while just hearing you call out my name. Now when you call I feel nothing at all and I wonder if you feel the same. Wanting to die as I'm living this lie and wading through rivers of tears, mine is the heart that's been torn all apart, our love has been lost now for years. -Jeannie Minor

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Mahtab Bangalee

Date: 6/17/2021 10:52:00 PM

what can I say except wow just great; I enjoyed your feelings

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 11/29/2021 11:22:00 AM

Thank You

Daniel Turner

Date: 3/5/2016 5:54:00 PM

Those skies do get cloudy at some point! Really liked this poem. Peace my dear:)

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 3/6/2016 2:49:00 AM

Thanks Daniel. They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger! Right after you get over feeling like you've been hit by a truck!

Daniel Turner

Date: 1/14/2016 3:38:00 PM

I would start maybe with the local band director at your nearest high school or university, if they can't help I'll bet they know someone who can.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 1/14/2016 3:42:00 PM

Thanks Daniel.

Daniel Turner

Date: 1/14/2016 1:25:00 PM

This is an excellent poem. You ought to put it to music. It would make a great country song.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 1/14/2016 3:17:00 PM

Thank you, Daniel. You are the second person to tell me that. I would love to but I don't know anyone who writes music. Really not even sure where to look, any suggestions?

John Arribas

Date: 12/19/2015 5:04:00 PM

I found your expressions almost as an echo of some of my inner thoughts very lovely If you care read my poem 'Silent Love"

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/20/2015 11:40:00 AM

Hello John, thanks for reading and the comment as well. I've accepted your invitation to read your poem "Silent Love" and can certainly see why you feel the connection. As another said to me, "I certainly hope this is fiction, if not, I'm very sorry for your loss." Though I must say, it seems like it would take a pretty talented writer to express such deep emotion without a first person perspective.

Jean Murray

Date: 12/18/2015 8:27:00 PM

This touched a cord with me. Well done on expressing the journey from hot to cold so well.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 2:54:00 AM

Thank you, Jean. God Bless

Paul Callus

Date: 12/18/2015 4:07:00 PM

An excellent poem, Jeannie! These couplets reflect a reality of life that can't be swept under any carpet. The ending is especially sad. ~ Congrats o POTD. ~ Regards // paul

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 2:55:00 AM

Indeed, they cannot, Paul. Thank you.

Mark Woods

Date: 12/18/2015 3:00:00 PM

Congrats on POTD. A hauntingly sad poem, but exceptionally well expressed.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 2:56:00 AM

Thank you, Mark

Gary Bateman

Date: 12/18/2015 2:27:00 PM

Hello Jeannie!! Congratulations on POTD!! Very Well-Done!! (A quite sad poem. You handle the emotion and loss here in your words so very well.) Merry Christmas, Gary

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 2:57:00 AM

Thank you, Gary. Good to see you again. Thanks for the visit.

Judy Konos

Date: 12/18/2015 1:10:00 PM

Congratulation on POTD. Fantastic! CONGRATULATIONS

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 3:00:00 AM

Thank you, Judy. Merry Christmas!

Eve Roper

Date: 12/18/2015 11:07:00 AM

Beautiful and touching poem, Jeannie, congratulations on your poem of the dayHave a wonderful Christmas with blessings of good health, happiness, wisdom, and wealth. Hugs dear sweet friend <3 Eve !

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/19/2015 3:02:00 AM

Thank you my friend, may you be richly blessed with the same!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/18/2015 9:43:00 AM

Many can relate to these feelings. This is both sad and honest. The feelings of love are strengthened when our partner makes us feel loveable. Try making him feel loved and you may be surprised to know the spark just requires a bit of fanning to reignite the flame. By your write I can see you are a passionate person- go claim what your heart desires.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 12/18/2015 8:29:00 AM

- Beautiful and touching poem, Jeannie - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. - .......... and I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 9:07:00 AM

Thank you, Anne. Merry Christmas to you too!

Amanda Vinson

Date: 12/18/2015 8:21:00 AM

I can relate so well with this. Thank you for sharing.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 9:06:00 AM

Thank you, Amanda. Bless you and Merry Christmas!

Michael Tor

Date: 12/18/2015 8:17:00 AM

Jeannie this is heartfelt and touching. When love has faded from your first kiss to this dismal bliss it is painful and heartfelt. I guess communication is first, discussing response, and resolving.. If that doesn't work, you then have a problem. This reminds me of the Eagles son Already Gone. " We live our lives in chains and we don't even know we hold the key." Our choice of staying if there is no change brings us discomfort, and their might be someone out there that can appreciate you.

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 9:05:00 AM

On the other hand, few things make us more grateful than the realization that things could always be worse. I hope that is the effect for the majority. Merry Christmas!

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 8:48:00 AM

Thank you, Michael. I'm so honored to have been chosen for p.o.t.d. I'm sorry it was such a sad one for this time of year. I apologize for bringing anyone down.

Michael Tor
Date: 12/18/2015 8:20:00 AM

If you are experiencing this my heart goes out to you.

Ralph Sergi

Date: 12/18/2015 8:02:00 AM

Hi Jeannie: Sad reflection and a beautiful poem. y compliments!

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 8:10:00 AM

Thank you so much Ralph.

Gwendolyn Brown

Date: 12/18/2015 6:42:00 AM

Wow that is a very deep and sad write. Sad to say but many people can relate to this Well done

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/18/2015 7:58:00 AM

Thank you, Gwendolyn. Yes, it is a very sad and harsh reality.

Eric Boddie

Date: 12/17/2015 3:45:00 PM

when you know that it is gone....it is best to leave it alone....so you can gather the strength to find another....if not, you will become the casualty of a false lover.....great write and message that needs to be heard Jeannie....;)

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/17/2015 4:34:00 PM

Thanks Eric, I totally agree!

Punnia Viswan Bhatia

Date: 12/17/2015 3:26:00 AM

sad.........be strong...God bless you Jeannie :))

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/17/2015 4:28:00 PM

Thank you

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/16/2015 7:24:00 PM

I absolutely love how you did this subject. Gotta fave it!!

Jeannie Cronin
Date: 12/16/2015 8:39:00 PM

Thanks, Andrea. That means a lot coming from you. Congrats on your Eve Roper Oil 4&5 win!