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Be the River of My Rainless Desert

Be the river of my rainless desert... where the coldest and the wildest wind swept; ah, it took away the harmony of my tunes: once the only comforter of the sand dunes! So far, I have accomplished nothing worthwhile that made me rise above my absent worthiness; there have been precious days wasted in total loneliness: when hope is lost, even faith is trashed in the dirt pile! Be the river of my rainless desert, flood it with your bubbling water; beautiful flowers will bloom in daylight, changing this sadness to laughter! I wander the noisy streets and people sing and cheer, what's the secret to their lasting happiness? I've waited long enough for a simple answer: no silent voice ever makes happy and thrilling sounds! Be the river of my rainless desert, quench my thirst, and I'll bid my farewell to what held me captive for long with endless hurt; I'll sing again on flowery meadows and feel swell!

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Date: 3/12/2023 11:21:00 AM
I can feel the loneliness in this one, Andrew. It is well written. It's kinda funny now, my mom used to always say, there is somebody out there just for me. She didn't say I'd ever find her. Hell Im in the US. She may be in your hometown The chances of finding that one special person are slim to none. I enjoyed my read.
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Daniel Turner
Date: 3/13/2023 6:21:00 PM
I apologize for my ignorance and misinterpretation, Andrew. I am sorry you are going through a tough time but you are looking in the right direction for help. God be with you my friend.
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Andrew Crisci
Date: 3/13/2023 5:53:00 AM
Hi, Daniel. How are you? Thank you for your kind comment. This not a poem about a sweetheart, but a supplication to God to help me through the hardest moments I'm facing with courage and determinatioon, never lacking my faith in Him. Have a blessed day and ??!

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