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A Memory

I thought I felt your touch on me again The ghost of distant memories returned Returned to look me in the eyes and prove That I'll never really be over you And with the shock the phantom touch brought me Arrived the frost a lonely heart runs from

Copyright © | Year Posted 2019


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Smita Kulkarni
Date: 9/9/2019 2:23:00 PM
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Memories are so powerful! They take us back in the past and let us re-live it for a few moments. Stay well!
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 9/8/2019 7:09:00 PM
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What a heartfelt piece, John. Wonderfully done!
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Anne-Lise Andresen
Date: 8/14/2019 4:07:00 AM
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- A heartbreaking write, John - human touch is important ... no pill can replace that feeling ... and it's completely free !!! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Line Gauthier
Date: 8/14/2019 12:09:00 AM
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Your poem reminds us of having been there at one time... and how time heals old wounds. We eventually attract other people who are a better fit in our lives. Keep writing and sharing, John.
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John Kristopher Mathis
Date: 8/14/2019 2:03:00 AM
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Couldn’t say it better myself. Better people come when we afford them the space in our lives for sure! I really appreciate your comment!
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Gershon Wolf
Date: 8/13/2019 9:12:00 PM
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Oooh. I can feel the chill myself, John. Well-penned. Best wishes, Gershon
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John Kristopher Mathis
Date: 8/14/2019 2:00:00 AM
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Thank you very much for your kind words! I appreciate you!
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Sandra Adams
Date: 8/13/2019 6:12:00 PM
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sometimes memories linger realistic enough to make us feel the pain....good job conveying the pain to the reader :)
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John Kristopher Mathis
Date: 8/14/2019 1:59:00 AM
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Thank you Sandra. You’re comments always make me fly high! Thank you for your kindness.

Book: Shattered Sighs