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Best Poems Written by David Ritter

Below are the all-time best David Ritter poems as chosen by PoetrySoup members

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A Composer's Piece

More than what a melody brings 
the two of us performing an art 
Strumming on your heartstrings 
A drummed beating of my heart 
Produces a tone and rhythm 
of a symphonic start 
to a passionate fulfilled symmetry 
A heartfelt sonata 
Composing the perfect symphony 
played by the complete orchestra 
An infatuation of song 
in tuned with cherubs above 
To create a beautiful score 
arranged with everlasting love

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Upon My Death Bed

If I'm unable to write again,
for this doomed world will soon pass me by,
I feel impelled to pen a few lines,
that may fall under your teary eye.

Darling, my love for you is deathless,
for that it shall ever know no end.
Forgive my faults and times I have hurt you,
how thoughtless and foolish I have been.

Yet, you were forever there for me,
even though I was the one to blame.
When my last gasp of breath escapes me,
it will be whispering your sweet name.

If the dead can come back to this earth,
and spark unseen around those they love.
You shall know that I will be with you,
bringing love for you to take hold of.

I'll be with you in the brightest day
and even in the darkest of night.
Amidst your blissful scenes, sad hours,
in spirit, I'll be holding you tight.

Don't be grief-stricken when I am gone.
Allured by your everlasting charm.
I'll always be near my precious love,
waiting in heaven with open arms.

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Cassie

Sitting here all alone 
thinking, just how much you've grown 
You're growing up, your almost two 
My joy the first time holding you 

There's an empty feeling in my heart 
because we are so far apart 
It was so hard to say goodbye 
I remember curls, and big brown eyes 

Lately I've been really sad 
Please don't forget that I'm your dad 
I'll never forget my favorite girl 
the greatest thing in this big world 

If I had one wish, it would surely be 
For you to come down and live with me 
I know it's what every dad would say 
But I know your mom would say "no way" 

If your mom and I could share 
I could show you Cassie how much I care 
Leaving you wasn't what I'd planned 
maybe someday, you'll understand 

I never missed anyone so much, not ever! 
You will be a part of me forever 
I'll come back, I just don't know when 
I just have to keep missing you, till then 

I'm starting to cry like running water 
I love and miss my precious daughter

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A Prayer For Help

Jesus, 

I'm lonely and dejected 
No longer able to cope 
Broken plans and shattered dreams 
I'm at the end of my rope 

I sometimes feel unworthy 
to even cry out to you 
So many mistakes I've made 
and I know not what to do 

But if you feel there's some hope 
for an old sinner like me 
Then please forgive all my sins 
and don't withhold your mercy 

I long for that special day 
I can look upon your face 
experience your sweet love 
with a never ending grace 

Yes Jesus I have decided 
I can't make it on my own 
Pick me up and dust me off 
So I'll never be alone

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Mean Halloween

Concerned, I said "yes." 
I hung up the phone. 
This Halloween night 
I would be alone. 

I just received word, 
at home I must stay. 
A scary monster, 
was headed my way. 

It wanted the kids. 
This, my greatest fear. 
I warned the children, 
as evil grew near. 

They had such courage, 
as they hugged me tight. 
One had to remind me, 
"Turn on the porch light !" 

I flipped on the switch 
as I looked outside. 
The creature was coming, 
there was no time to hide. 

The house began to shake, 
as it approached the door. 
I wasn't ready 
for what was in store. 

The strangest thing 
my eyes ever saw, 
was dressed like a clown 
my ex mother-in-law ! 

"Let's go trick-or-treating !" 
she said with a smile. 
"Start passing out candy 
we'll be back in awhile."

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Fall From Glory

Cheers to our team. 
They march towards the trophy. 
Our hamlet swelling with pride 
encouraging, supporting, and rooting 
for these young men. 

As they battle with such might 
on a frost covered field. 
Not for victory alone- 
But rare honor, glory, pride, and love 
for their little home town. 

The wins continue to pile up 
like leaves from a fresh raked lawn. 
The autumn nights becoming cooler, the days shorter. 
Yet as leaves, so do tears fall. 
For all seasons must come to an end. 

Thank God another will follow 
Ready for next season

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Surpreme Mercy and Grace

We have all betrayed the Lord 
in our lives at various times 
But the secret is to admit our sin 
when the convicting Holy Spirit shines 

So seek God's forgiveness 
When we repent, He forgives 
No matter how great the sin 
still in our hearts He lives 

In fact, nothing in all creation 
that is so horrible, big or small 
Can separate us from God's, 
unconditional love for us all 

No need to despair for our lives 
No need for lingering guilt or shame 
Ask God for His forgiving mercy 
in Jesus' precious name 

So remember to confess our sins 
everyday while we pray 
Jesus knows our every weakness 
He still loves us anyway

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A Father's Pride and Joy

There are few things in this world 
that this dad would truly treasure 
more than what my bright son has done, 
for he has brought me great pleasure. 
 
He did not hit a long home run 
nor throw a winning touchdown pass. 
He did not bag a trophy buck 
or reel in the state record bass. 
 
Never voted homecoming king, 
never dated the prom queen. 
He did not get the play’s lead 
or enlist to be a Marine. 
 
Now all of these things are noble 
and would make any father proud. 
But what my young man accomplished, 
for me stands out above the crowd. 
 
What is this fine deed my lad attained 
that has brought this swelled dad much joy? 
He made the school’s honor roll 
so with pride, I cheer, “That’s my boy!”

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Don'T Cry For Me

One day I'll lay upon a bed
and someone near will declare me dead
Don't cry for me when my time is done
for life for me has just begun

I'll enter Heaven through pearly gates
and walk down the streets of gold
And Jesus will be waiting with open arms
with found loved ones young and old

Grandma will be holding the babies
while rocking in her chair
And Mom will be cooking my favorite meal
saying how happy she is I'm there

Grandpa will be taking a peaceful nap
and smiling as he dreams
And Dad will be watching the ballgame
and cheering his beloved team

Old Blue will be barking a welcome
while wagging his stubby tail
And we'll go stalking the fields again
in search of pheasant and quail

Angels will be singing sweet melodies
soothing all worldly fears
And pain and suffering will finally cease
along with the needless tears

So don't cry for me when my time is done
for there will be so much to do
I'll be in heaven with those from the past
helping prepare a home for you

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Love At First Sight

The first time I saw you 
I knew one thing for sure 
I was so love sick 
and you were my cure 

I waited for you 
for so very long 
Nights of loneliness 
yearning to belong 

Into the arms of a lover 
Into the heart of a friend 
I felt when I held you 
my heart start to mend 

You've given your love 
to this heart once alone 
Became my friend--my love 
and together we've grown 

We will continue to grow 
forever my dear 
When it comes to love 
Please know I'm sincere 

I thank you so much 
for all that you do 
I've loved you since 
the first time I saw you