Ache and Regret

He is encompassing to distraction
Deeply carved like script on broken bark
My need so complicated 
Yet effortless in initial stirring

His conscious neglect foreshadows anguish
Ache so relentless; pointed and poignant
Lifetimes of regret
Wretched longing 
Never realized.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2006

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April 13, 2013 at 9:55 PM
Kelly, a very nice and awesome poem. Congratulations with your Featured Poem of the week :-). Take care, and enjoy the new week coming up. Always & Forever! GOODNIGHT **LINDA**
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July 11, 2009 at 12:36 AM
Nice work Kelly
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