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Perplexed

She had begged me to meet her here, knowing full well; I'd never decline. But it's now past midnight and raining, and yet, she swore she'd be here by nine. Trying to understand her is like trying to light a damp cigarette. And the more anxious I am to try, the more frustrating my attempts get. Her excuses are nonsensical, teetering on the edge of insane. And I've stopped trying to outguess her as she deals in both pleasure and pain. She is a genuine conundrum, specializing in leaving me vexed. And in the end, I have little choice but to walk away feeling perplexed. (Quatrain) 4/22/2015

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Date: 2/25/2018 3:12:00 PM
What a charming poem, Emile. It's on the edge of funny because the tone is so neutral and understanding. On the surface, no resentment just perplexed. It's beyond frustration. A lovely read that any psychologist would love to get his hands on.
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Date: 2/25/2018 5:47:00 PM
Thanks Line, all of your comments are appreciated my friend, Emile.
Date: 4/22/2015 4:10:00 PM
Emile, do not give her another thought, walk away, leaving someone hanging like that is not nice no matter how enticing she is, you captured the emotion well in this poem, 7 and thanks for visiting my poem, stars and scars
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Date: 4/22/2015 4:28:00 PM
Thanks so much, your comments are always welcome. Emile.
Date: 4/22/2015 3:19:00 PM
Love is a very powerful thing Emile and we will do many irrational to sustain love...lovely Tim
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Date: 4/22/2015 4:28:00 PM
Thanks Tim, your comments are always welcome. Emile.
Date: 4/22/2015 12:40:00 PM
Maybe she meant nine in the morning. :)...brilliant write. #7
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Date: 4/22/2015 1:33:00 PM
Thanks again Nandita, your visits are always a pleasure. Emile.
Date: 4/22/2015 9:57:00 AM
Not sure that I could stand to be around that much uncertainty, but I do know people who are like this. Falling in love with one would definitely make me crazy. Nice write~Jan
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Date: 4/22/2015 1:34:00 PM
Thanks Jan, your visits are most encouraging. Emile.

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