Best Wishes, Tainted

whisper my name
as a cold shot of pain 

the aftermath of a requited cruelty
reminds me of the perfection we could never be

but now it's over, 
i can't find my soul
now it's over,
i'm wandering alone

despite the joy for which we fought
too many promises returned nought

but what makes me sick to think
is that the ravenous jealousy inside me
can't bear to picture your face, 
since, rightfully, someone pure has taken my place




r_thom '12
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Agustin Avatar
December 27, 2025 at 5:59 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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January 31, 2016 at 7:39 PM
Ryan, A great pleasure to find and read your poem today. Love -- SKAT --
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May 6, 2012 at 7:46 AM
Yikes..very deep sir!!
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