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Tattered Heart

For I fear 
what you might hear 
upon my trembling lips.
I say no more, 
my heart is sore, 
they'll be no sinking ships.

Your eyes I see, 
they call to me, 
and reach my very soul.
But I retreat, 
I won't repeat, 
the life and love you stole.

You pull me near, 
ignore my fear, 
and plead with out a word.
My eyes cast down, 
my face a frown, 
I curse my tears absurd.

You lift my chin, 
you always win, 
and give a gentle kiss.
I hesitate, 
you're just too late, 
I can't give in to this.

You say to me, 
that you can see, 
that I still want you near.
But I must fight. 
Though I know you're right, 
it's more than I can bear.

I feel the ache 
of my heart break 
as I turn away from you.
I breathe in deep, 
hold in my weep, 
and bid my love adieu.


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  1. Date: 7/31/2012 11:53:00 PM

    KRISTIE, stopping by to read a couple of poems. CONGRATULATIONS!! :-) with your featured poem of the week. Goodnight~ LUV~ PD

  1. Date: 7/30/2012 8:53:00 PM

    just a beautiful piece to read, congrats on having it featured this week

  1. Date: 6/10/2012 11:11:00 PM

    Such a deep and lovely poem...thank you. Lawrence

  1. Date: 9/26/2011 8:51:00 AM

    This my favorite so far. The rhythm of perfect words in verse go straight to my heart. This is a testimony of a talented poetess.

  1. Date: 11/10/2010 10:08:00 AM

    Congratulations on your poetry making it through the first round of the Poetrysoup site contest Kirstie. The best to you in the finals. Love, Carol

  1. Date: 11/9/2010 11:22:00 AM

    Amazing poem you have here. One that I can Definatley relate to :) -Echo

  1. Date: 11/11/2009 3:25:00 PM

    Magnificent Kirstie. It is wonderful seeing your poetry here today. I enjoyed reading it. Thank you for sharing. Love, Carol

  1. Date: 11/10/2009 3:47:00 PM

    Nice poem...enjoyed...Marty