Brokenhearted Sunsets

When brokenhearted sunsets soak the sky, she thinks of him and how she did not know those blissful kisses were his last goodbye as they embraced in summer’s twilight glow. She understands some days just end that way - when brokenhearted sunsets soak the sky - but wonders why he didn’t even say a single word! She’s left with just the WHY. Why give no warning, leaving her to cry for ages since the time the sky bled red? When brokenhearted sunsets soak the sky, she well remembers wishing she were dead. From time to time, she still feels so bereft, and even when she meets a decent guy, it haunts her still the way her first love left - when brokenhearted sunsets soak the sky. Written Jan. 28, 2018
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Acrich Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 2:27 PM
very nice poem , i forgot to say that
Acrich Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 2:27 PM
So nice I think that word bereft is Yiddish My mom threw some at me once in a while Secrojene Means clumsy Parej means When someone is cutting your hair, she would say stay still, do you want a parej https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/yiddish-words/
Barry-Nishanian Avatar
March 22, 2018 at 11:27 PM
Sometimes life ends the same way as relationships. You have a special something in the way you express yourself. Congrats! BBN
Brown Avatar
February 28, 2018 at 1:27 PM
Congratulations as always one of the very best writers on the soup. A sure winner every time. Carry on my friend
Barden Avatar
February 15, 2018 at 10:59 PM
All the best and big congrats on your wonderful win in Joseph's contest, Andrea - blessings as always, my friend! :-) (I'm watching the Olympics as I catch up on congrats and your validation code was "USA" - honestly!)
Gauthier Avatar
February 12, 2018 at 3:17 PM
Bravo, Andrea. I love the way you wrapped this package up just perfect with that last repeated line. And the message was great. Congrats on your well deserved win.
Wigley Avatar
February 8, 2018 at 3:13 AM
...and back to say congrats, Andrea, lovely piece. Viv x
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 7, 2018 at 3:35 AM
I knew I see this on the winners list Andrea. Congratulations on your placement! xxoo
Gondolf Avatar
February 6, 2018 at 7:42 AM
Andrea, back to say congrats! I guess our "poetic license" was OK. John
Daniel Avatar
February 2, 2018 at 7:20 AM
Lovely quatern, Andrea, I believe in the soulmate concept and often wonder how much it would hurt when someone just leaves you with all the haunting memories...
Beaufort Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 5:27 PM
Yes it haunts no matter what. It's hard to know what things will stick like that. I suppose that is a downside to being emotional and really falling in love with someone. The big ouch is always possible.
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 3:24 PM
Andrea, you are really talented at integrating nature with human nature. This is really beautiful and it should do wonderfully in the contest. : )
Lawless Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 10:53 AM
Oh Andrea, what a wondrous lament of the lingering tinge of first love lost. Nicely written and seamless repetition....
Wigley Avatar
January 31, 2018 at 1:38 AM
This will do well, Andrea, you've got the theme nailed down, and I do admire people who can produce beautifully flowing, seamless, Quaterns such as this. Viv x
Gondolf Avatar
January 30, 2018 at 8:20 AM
Very nicely written, Andrea, best of luck in the contest. Soup Mail. John
Horsman Avatar
January 29, 2018 at 3:00 PM
love your take on this Andrea. Will relate to so many..
S     Avatar
January 29, 2018 at 9:42 AM
Saturated with sadness ... I loved this write Andrea! Makes me feel!!! Interesting form as well. You accomplished it beautifully. Best of luck in the contest!! ~Judy
Fleming Avatar
January 29, 2018 at 4:05 AM
I think it is fair to say that you have "nailed it" with this one, Andrea...beautifully written. My very best regards! :) john
Vaso Avatar
January 29, 2018 at 12:30 AM
Oh how sweet, I can certainly relate to this, that first love we all cherished! Such a lovely poem!!!
Duet Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 11:56 PM
Just great, Andrea. You're the bomb!! lol
Roper Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 10:15 PM
Fabulous write, Andrea.
Pandit Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 9:45 PM
You depicted well this story of heartbreak, Andrea. Especially effective to read about the lingering effects of breakup.. well written.. best for a win.
Johnson Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 9:43 PM
That unanswered question leaves a heart unreconciled. And leaves you all alone and scared just like a little child. Sometimes in life the years go by without another chance. Until God says it's time for you to get out there and dance. Good luck in the contest Andrea. Wonderful poem.
De Beaulieu Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 9:01 PM
Hello Andrea, heart break is so --hard-- to get--over. It takes time to heal. She needs time to heal. Have a nice evening my friend.
Ashley Avatar
January 28, 2018 at 8:46 PM
Oh lovely rhythm and rhyme moved me smoothly along in your lovely poem Andrea. An alluring write of lost love. Best wishes for a win! ~Susan
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