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just a story

she used to get up
at the crack of dawn
he would sleep later

you were meant to be a farmer
he used to say
and yes…

she would know and see
in her mind’s eye
the fields of hard work
her body and heart would thrive upon

she would see big open sky
flat lands all around
and in the distance
the sun would shine so hard
making the tall golden grasses
wave to her
caress her being
invite…
singing her name 
in ethereal wind chime whispers

‘wind speak’ she would think
feel and know
she was meant
to be here

but…she wasn’t there
only a dreamer
she was

then one day
her friend died
since that day
she could not wake herself up

it was too much
perhaps
the end of all losses
for she had endured many

now he rises with the dawn instead
she covers her head
closes her eyes
…her ears
he bends down
to kiss her goodbye

she waits till he’s gone
then cries

her greatest loss
she has forgotten
how to dream

his greatest loss
the beautiful dreamer…

the end


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  1. Date: 5/18/2013 5:47:00 PM

    Aunt Sharon, Hello my name is Phillip Rollings,I am one of the last graduates of Chef's (Harry). You were not on the sight when I befriended Chef. I have heard so much about You.I am not a poet but I like this write.congrats for winning a contest.I don't think Chef knows this poem is here.I'll be going to the hospital tomorrow morning and tell him about it.If its alright with you and him I will E-mail you tomorrow with all my love, Respectfully Phillip (Flipper) Rollings
  1. Date: 3/9/2013 9:54:00 PM

    Sure do miss you, wish you were still around. Nice work as always...God Bless
  1. Date: 3/8/2013 3:49:00 AM

    *winkers*
  1. Date: 2/11/2013 1:40:00 PM

    My story is like this one. You knew me before it began.under a different name. Glad to see you again.
  1. Date: 2/8/2013 8:27:00 AM

    A touching write dear poet. You've put reality on this slip without having to persuade your readers. Well written my friend, and such a pleasure to read you again ! Have a wonderful weekend Sharon....much love, james
  1. Date: 2/4/2013 6:52:00 AM

    'twas deserving win!! beautifully penned. congo :)
  1. Date: 1/31/2013 9:35:00 PM

    A beautiful poem and story Sharon, congratulations on her story, a very moving poem from my view.... always~ LINDA
  1. Date: 1/24/2013 10:00:00 AM

    Hi sharon, this is amazing poetry, glad to see you back..hope for more soon...
  1. Date: 1/23/2013 9:42:00 AM

    So you are just here to tickle our fancy ;) ;) Light & Love
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 10:53:00 PM

    More poems, Sharon, put up more!!!
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 6:54:00 PM

    Congrats, Sharon. Excellent, well deserved win. Kudos. xxxRalph
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 6:26:00 PM

    Thanks for your visit, I look forward to reading more of your work. I enjoyed reading this one again. You have talent.
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 9:54:00 AM

    Wow the return of YOU..how great to read your work again, please stay awhile this time? Congrad's on this fine write winning. Light & Love
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 8:51:00 AM

    What a great surprise to see your amazing poetry once again! Are you coming back???? As always, you take my breath away with stunning words and emotion! Congratulations my friend!!
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 8:30:00 AM

    Beautifully sad. Congratulations!
  1. Date: 1/22/2013 2:12:00 AM

    I can visualize this loss of the dream and the effect it has on people. Beautiful write, Sharon, and congratulations on your 1st place win.
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 11:44:00 PM

    touching piece , congrats on your win Sharon
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 11:32:00 PM

    sharon, Frank told me this was here. How wonderful to see you here. I hope to stay??? This poem rocks!!! Luv, Andrea
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 8:48:00 PM

    Beautiful, wonderful win.
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 8:34:00 PM

    Such a sad tale, congrats on your super win, xxx
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 8:03:00 PM

    Sharon, I'm honored to read this!
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 7:51:00 PM

    When l see your name l know l will enjoy anything you have written Sharon. This poem is truly remarkable and belongs at the top. CONGRATULATIONS!
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 7:14:00 PM

    Congratulations ...Seren
  1. Date: 1/21/2013 4:30:00 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS SHAR!...I'm not SURPRISED! NICE TO SEE YOU TOO!
  1. Date: 1/8/2013 4:22:00 PM

    A beautiful poem, Sharon. The story has come full circle. Oh, how the times change... Love and hugs, Catie :)

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