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The Love Letter I Never Sent I wrote it with trembling hands, my heart ...

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Poem written for and submitted to "Rhyme Line" poetry contest, Brian Strand, sponsor, September 20, 2025

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I write, my heart spilling onto the page, for the alternative is the quiet death of unexamined days.
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Wolf Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 9:35 PM
So clear and compelling a message. I, for one, am taking it to heart. Thank you so much, Sara.
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
I'm grateful you found my poem personally compelling. You're welcome & enjoy your evening, Sara
Gauthier Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 7:25 PM
deep and beautiful ~
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
thanks, Line.
Hind Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 2:47 PM
So true, Sara
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
thank you, Paige. enjoy your weekend, Sara
Godwin Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 11:28 AM
This is beautiful and certainly resonates. I hadn't realized Brian had already moved on to another. To, this should definitely place. Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
thank you for your visit, CayCay. I just happened to look again at the contests at Poetry Soup just this morning and found this new contest. Thanks for your positive, affirmative comments about this poem, poetry hugs back to you, Sara
Ashley Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Oh! Dear Sara, your poem is breathtaking! A gripping piece that lingers in the heart and mind. Warmest wishes, my sweet poet friend.. ~Susan
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 20, 2025 at 2:59 PM
awww, thank you, dear Susan. I appreciate your comments, they're so encouraging and upbeat. Wishing you a pleasant fall, hugs, Sara
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