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Bestfriend

I want this loneliness to end,
I need a bestfriend,
I'm tired,
I'm lost,
Where do I run to 
When I need to cry?
You know, the water droplets that come out of eyes
When your heart is heavy like a
Bag full of wet cotton,
That ache worse than a grazed knee,
Where do I run to?
Who do I run to?
I'm lost,
In an ocean,
Down,
   Down, 
        Down,
           In the middle of 
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                      O
                 W
                          H
               E
                           R
                                   E
I can't breathe,
My lungs are swollen
Soaked in salty tears,
My wails are wasted,
The world is deaf and blind.

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Valsa George Date: 7/14/2025 11:11:00 PM Loneliness is a great curse to most of the people. Though many won't speak it out, they suffer inwardly while putting on a happy demeanor. Even in a crowd, some feel quite lonely. I can sense your pain and feel for you. Poetry is a great way to let out our pent up feelings of pain, anxiety or joy. It is cathartic. Anne, you can shine in the world of poetry. All the Best! Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/15/2025 3:13:00 AM Dear Valsa, thank you so much for writing such a thoughtful and heartfelt note! It touched my heart! Best, Anne

Bill Baker Date: 7/9/2025 9:27:00 PM This is my first visit to your poetry, Anne. I will follow your poetry and read as you share. Thank you for being so vulnerable with your feelings and emotions. Many of us will relate to the imagery you've used in this poem. Those of us that have felt the pain of loneliness hurt with you. Know that there are many people here that will be poet friends with you. When I'm my loneliest, I turn to my Creator, He knows me best and loves all of His creation. Smiles ~ Blessings, Bill Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/11/2025 4:54:00 AM Dear Bill, thank you so much for writing such a thoughtful and heartfelt note. I truly appreciate you. Being vulnerable is a part of being a human. We all have good or bad days but life goes on and on beautifully. Beautiful journey. Hugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers Date: 7/9/2025 11:47:00 AM Dearest Anne, I could feel the weight of your loneliness, the exhaustion, the sense of being lost and unseen. Oh, those “water droplets that come out of eyes when your heart is heavy like a bag full of wet cotton” is just so perfectly, painfully true. And being pulled down, down, down, until you’re nowhere, unable to breathe… it’s haunting, and it’s honest. Your vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness. Sharing your pain doesn’t make you a burden but it makes you human, and it draws people closer to you. I hope you know that you matter so much, and that you are loved, even on the days when it’s hard to believe it. Summer Blessings, My Dearest Anne, Daniel Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/11/2025 4:51:00 AM My Dearest Daniel, your words sank deep into my soul, touching places that felt lost and forgotten. They reminded me that I'm not alone, that someone sees and feels my pain. Your empathy is a balm that soothes my heart, giving me the strength to face another day. Thank you for being a safe haven, a place where I can be vulnerable and still be loved. With love and respect always, Anne

Jan Allison Date: 7/9/2025 5:34:00 AM aww Anne, what a heartfelt poem, one that many people can relate to in life, sending warm hugs Jan xx Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/11/2025 4:52:00 AM Thank you, dear friend :)

Sam Kauffman Date: 7/8/2025 11:17:00 AM Dear Anne, your words, expressing your aching heart's desire for a friend, reached deep into my heart. In this age of social media and electronics you have realized the precious treasure of friendship, relationships and community. Please count me among those you call friend. And know I keep you in my prayers especially for finding a friend close to you in your life. Blessings! Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/9/2025 2:56:00 AM Dear Sam, your lovely comment felt so comforting to my heart, dear friend. Thank you so much for understanding my poem with so much depth, I appreciate you. Hugs, Anne

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 7/8/2025 4:46:00 AM - Many of us miss social ties in everyday life... someone to share thoughts and smiles with, Anne :) - hugs Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/9/2025 2:56:00 AM Yes, sometimes all I need is just a shoulder to cry on and a comforting hug :)

Arthur Vaso Date: 7/7/2025 3:23:00 AM I can surely relate to this! Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/7/2025 5:47:00 PM Yes, loneliness is epidemic.

Brandy Nicole Date: 7/6/2025 7:07:00 PM Dear Anne, let me take your pain away. I'm here for you, my friend. Words f a l l i n g upon the page help release them from your heart. You're never truly alone. Hugs to you. Brandy Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/7/2025 5:46:00 PM Dear Brandy, you are a wonderful friend :) so I met this person a few days ago and we had a really well conversation. I felt sort of a connection, I don't usually feel this way. Then we just kinda spaced out or it's just me idk. Now I'm feeling pretty empty and lonely, idk why. It's really confusing and overwhelming. Tom Woody Date: 7/7/2025 2:48:00 PM So sweet

Paige Hind Date: 7/6/2025 5:00:00 PM We all need one. A very emotive write! Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/7/2025 5:48:00 PM Thankyou Paige :)

Silent One Date: 7/6/2025 9:22:00 AM This really got to me. You’ve put into words something so many people feel but struggle to say that ache of loneliness, of needing someone, of feeling like you're drowning in emotion while the world just carries on, unaware. The imagery of "a bag full of wet cotton" and "lungs...soaked in salty tears" is so vivid, it physically hurts to read in the best kind of honest way. You’re not alone in feeling this, even if it feels like it right now. Thank you for being brave enough to write it Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/7/2025 5:49:00 PM Dear S O, the way you've truly understood my poem touched my heart deeply. Thank you so much for stopping by and reading my poem. I truly appreciate you! Best, Anne

Kim Rodrigues Date: 7/6/2025 5:56:00 AM Well done! The search for a best friend. Start with friends and see who rises like cream to the top. I loved reading a book called “Girlfriends.” Made me realize that there are different types of friendships. God bless you, Anne! Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/7/2025 5:50:00 PM Dear Kim, thank you so much! I appreciate you, dear friend :)

Deb M Date: 7/5/2025 8:26:00 PM Oh Anne l felt every word....such an honest, real and sad write. I'm sorry you are struggling atm with loneliness....l think there are many on P.S that can relate to your words...lm sure one day my time will come and l will struggle also. I admire your vulnerability in this poem and l am sending you cuddles galore my friend! Debx Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/6/2025 1:17:00 AM Dear Deb, your comments felt like a warm hug. I'm struggling but I won't be struggling forever I hope, they say that there's always a rainbow after the rain. I'm looking forward to the rainbow :)

Sam Scott Date: 7/5/2025 12:09:00 AM I can feel this. That's what makes great poetry. Very nicely crafted. Blessings S:) x Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/15/2025 6:14:00 PM I'm so sorry about your friend, my friend. The precious ones are indeed hard to find. Sending you hugs. Sam Scott Date: 7/14/2025 11:16:00 PM I lost a friend recently and it hurts. People pass through our lives sometimes and the precious ones are hard to find often. My only consolation is I can be that for someone too x Anne Winter Date: 7/5/2025 6:29:00 PM Dear Sam, thank you so much, my dear friend. It means a lot :)

Richard Lamoureux Date: 7/4/2025 1:25:00 PM I like your style of writing. It has a fresh feel. Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/5/2025 6:28:00 PM Dear Richard, thank you so much! :)

Jacqueline Elston Date: 7/4/2025 11:13:00 AM ' when your heart is heavy like a bag full of wet cotton' .. such poetic words explaining the feelings of loneliness as the heart does indeed absorbs the pain of loneliness :( Thank your for sharing your writing with us today. Keep writing, as poetry is a healer. J. Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/5/2025 6:27:00 PM Dear Jacqueline, poetry heals. Truly heals. Thank you for understanding my poem so deeply. I appreciate you :)

Tom Woody Date: 7/4/2025 8:58:00 AM Sadly many feel this way and see no end to the loneliness. Loneliness is epidemic right now and is known to shorten life spans. Thankfully, my girl is absolutely my best buddy, and vice versa. Creative poetry Ann Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 7/6/2025 4:48:00 AM Oof! So sorry Anne Anne Winter Date: 7/5/2025 6:26:00 PM Dear Tom, loneliness is indeed very scary and I'm sort of struggling with it. I'm glad you have a best friend for life :)

Zyrool Gifford Date: 7/4/2025 8:47:00 AM Hello Anne, this is beautifully written, I like the creative style of writing. Wishing you a wonderful weekend, my friend. I am here for you if you need a friend. Login to Reply Anne Winter Date: 7/5/2025 6:24:00 PM Dear Zyrool, your words mean a lot to me, my friend. Thank you so much for being so amazing! Best, Anne