A Silent Prayer

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I struggle for appearances to put up a strong front His pain is back I blurt out a bunch of cheerful platitudes as many as I can I hug my darling and hold him tight I can't hide that behind each broad fake smile I whisper silent prayers Published in my 24-page photo/anthology ~CAN'T IMAGINE~ 2020 AP: Honorable Mention 2020 Submitted on April 10, 2020 for contest STRAND PICK 8 sponsored by BRIAN STRAND on September 29, 2019 for contest YOUR BEST POEM THAT IS TROPHY WORTHY CONTEST 1 sponsored by TANIA KITCHIN and on February 24, 2019 for contest PICK A TITLE_FREE VERSE sponsored by EDWARD IBEH

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Edward Ibeh

Date: 4/11/2020 5:46:00 PM

Marvelous poem, Line:-) Have a blessed day and Easter Sunday, my friend!

Line Gauthier
Date: 4/11/2020 10:49:00 PM

Thank you so much, Edward. Most appreciated.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 4/11/2020 1:55:00 PM

Your decision of compassion in your pain shines through your words with transparent honesty. I hope I may join in your prayers. Congratulations on your winning placement. Happy Easter!

Line Gauthier
Date: 4/11/2020 10:50:00 PM

Thank you so much, Sam. Most appreciated.

Greg Gaul

Date: 4/11/2020 12:20:00 PM

I love this Line. It seems so authentic, I chill at the thought that you are really living it right now. No need to respond, break the seal of privacy. It was just how it struck me. Congratulations on this poetic, touching write.

Line Gauthier
Date: 4/11/2020 1:33:00 PM

Thanks for your lovely comment, Greg. Most appreciated.