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A Prayer

The days pass in an unending stream, The weight that presses on my soul never ends. It sits there, trying to smother my breath And turns my face, turns it to the dark. Why has it come to pass that I love..with a passion that is for the young..and I am old now and hold no future. I am sad and wrinkled and tired. I cannot compete. I end each day facing the wall..at last alone to cry endless tears..I long for release. Let me forget my heart ,let me look at the horizon And smile…let me believe that I can find peace.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 1/30/2009 4:48:00 PM
Well written piece I love it I really enjoyed reading it keep up the good fight
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Date: 1/30/2009 3:52:00 PM
Nice work Barbara, your work is amazing...Raul
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Date: 1/30/2009 4:28:00 AM
Barbara, this touches the heart deeply. I agree with Carrie, no one knows what tomorrow holds and life can bring joy and peace in a moment's notice. Getting older is not easy for so many reasons, but life is filled with beautiful surprises. Believe. Incredibly moving poetry. May all your prayers be answered. Love, Shar
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Date: 1/29/2009 12:58:00 PM
This is beautifully sad, heart breaking to hear the loss of hope for future happiness. Yet it speaks volumns for those who feel the years passing so quickly, growing older and alone. So well written, Barbara...but there is always, always hope...at least for peace of mind. ~ love, Carrie
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Date: 1/29/2009 12:11:00 PM
Barbara this piece of art is terrific. So much reveal in this write. The heart is laid bare, exposed for all to see...magnificent..I truly loved this write which will go in my faves..loved it!!
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