Be Honest

Lady use those words not in jest,
for they cut and run so deep, best 
it left to silence less the pain to 
reap. Don't taunt me with the old
promises of tomorrow, this heart
lives for today and has no pace
with sorrow. Remember, regrets
are for those that don't commit,
that dark place where doubt and
the Devil sit. No false accolades
required , only truth and love to
be desired. If it is not to be fully
returned, just leave me rest with
fingers burned. I would not hate
but love you more, the honest
heart I would adore.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010


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Date: 4/10/2010 6:14:00 AM
So much said in so few words all of them true and from the heart you could not help but adore...fantastic write...Allie
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Date: 4/5/2010 2:34:00 PM
Honesty is the best virtue...in life..its the stepping stone to love..Wonderful poem Daniel..Charma
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Date: 4/5/2010 12:38:00 PM
The honest heart I would also adore Daniel... hard to find a truly honest person these days... a tender but brisk write to someone u truly care for and expect lots from... honesty and trust go hand in hand in any relationship...luv.. "Sweetheart"
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Date: 4/4/2010 5:09:00 PM
Great write about the desire of all hearts for there to be love and truth in all relationships...Keep the creative pen flowing. Sara
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Date: 4/4/2010 12:44:00 PM
The heart and soul of many have cried these words. Good creative use of actiion and time.
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Date: 4/4/2010 9:26:00 AM
Picking up what your laying down here- some nice lines, that I sure I said myself at some point in time to a woman who is.. not here
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Date: 4/4/2010 8:38:00 AM
Even the truth may hurt, Daniel, but like you I prefer honesty to "false accolades." Your "old heart" is filled with wisdom, my friend. Love, Carolyn
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