A Teardrop's Memory

I was young, working in the back duct; when the elders started to speak
A joyous moment has arrived, open the flood gates for LOVE unique
As they rapturously paraded down the contour of the young man's cheek
                                       AS HE SAID " I DO "
As I looked out the mirror of the young man's eyes; I too wanted to run
A Love so true, an oath to entwine Together; Always and Forever as One
I smiled contently, for I knew in his words pure Love had begun
                                           " LOVE YOU "
But then the boom's mooring snapped : whipping Her into the deep blue sea
I lead a brigade of my peers down the trail of my forefathers glee
We marched that same trail , differently : in sorrow, despair and misery
                                    " ALWAYS AND FOREVER "
Onward I bravely lead my comrades to a desolate place where we would die
I know we were not the only tears this young man's broken heart would cry
He never had the chance to hold Her, to kiss Her, to say I LOVE YOU or Good-bye
                                           "  L  E  N  O  R  E  "

Inspired by Constance La France's Contest  "Dusty Box of Memories"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Breidenthal Avatar
April 30, 2012 at 4:23 PM
It's great to continue reading from you again. I have enjoyed this heartfelt and devastating poem. It is truly beautiful. Always, Laura
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November 13, 2009 at 7:34 PM
I would never have thought of it ! personification of a tear! Awesome HG. I think it's great. Wonderful... Robert
Freeman Avatar
October 23, 2009 at 8:25 PM
This was truly an amazing write HG. I was spellbound till the boom's moorning snapped, then I was devastated, like all the rest in your little saga.Smile! Sincerely, Moses. Thanks for your comments always.
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October 10, 2009 at 5:58 PM
Heartfelt poem as the emotion spills with creativity. Insightful piece. Thank you for sharing it. Karen
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September 28, 2009 at 11:54 PM
E.A Poe master of dark love. exellent write.........kate
Guzzi Avatar
September 28, 2009 at 1:59 PM
I love the poem Lenore by Poe...your verse was equally touching. Light & Love I think I sent here Father? for my entry...you are a winner in my book there were so many GREAT entries!
Gass Avatar
September 19, 2009 at 6:58 PM
HG, this touches my heart so deeply. It is so tragic yet written so beautifully. Excellent work, HG! Best of luck in the contest, ! It is always nice to hear from you whenever you have the chance! Be well, my friend! Love, Robin
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September 18, 2009 at 6:56 PM
This is a winner cos its speaks of your heart and soul dear friend,and its that poetry the truth of our every life existence that touches the deepest,Your loss,your devotion for your sweet LENORE,so strong,i know few people who loved this way and im sure Lenore is watching over you waiting for the day you smile...you deserve to feel happiness and smile--to my favs--Charma
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September 18, 2009 at 11:28 AM
I have read your poetry and enjoyed it. I wish you the best in your writing endeavors. You have done an excellent job writing this poem. May you have a wonderful and inspiring weekend HG. I wish you the best in the contest. Love, Carol
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September 17, 2009 at 12:45 PM
Poignant my friend, best of luck in the contest...Raul
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September 17, 2009 at 12:37 PM
HG, this is so sad but I can truly relate to it. I think I told you I was engaged to a man who drowned while we were swimming together in a lake filled with tanic acid that made it impossible for me to find it. Try, if you can, to hold onto the memories but move forward with your life. Otherwise the pain may consume you forever. Love, Carolyn
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September 17, 2009 at 12:34 PM
Very passionate. Keep writing. Sara
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