Crocodile Tears

I put a smile even my heart is on vile
Dreading each step I made on each tile
Spikes of bounty promises, curves of guile
With you on top, an all around the bush lie

Selfless service we forgo never denied
You repaid nothing but your useless pride
Hopes afire, spirit wanting to soar high
Yet it seems everyday your deeds all a defy

I greeted you with warm sweet hello
Similar to white angels with golden halo
Yet you dismissed and discharged so cold
I wish I still can hold...  strongly behold

Of dreams unforgotten 'til dawns of tomorrow
Didn't barrow, bravely wandering like a sparrow
Bearing all thorns and cross, I absolutely follow
Is Tunnel of success on six feet under hallow?

(C) olive eloisa 
8:02 pm 
May 14,2014
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Onclaud Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 12:09 PM
philosophical but down to earth, olive... great poetic force within your lines.. magpakatotoo tayo!.. good job!... huggs
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 11:25 AM
Thank you much Nette really appreciate your drop by..:) hugs mumumuuuch
A  Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 9:32 AM
this is an awesome poem Olive.... SKAT
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 11:25 AM
Thank you Skat..:)
Lamoureux Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 8:10 AM
It is sad that for some success is only achieved by being the devil. A succes connected with the halo is a lasting and meaningful succes.
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 19, 2014 at 11:16 AM
Thanks much Richard :)
Andresen Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 4:05 AM
- A proficient and deep poem, Olive! - When we in Norway talk about "CROCODILE TEARS" we mean "fake" tears. - Is it the same with you (?) - Have a nice day my friend. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:01 AM
Thanks Anne Lise really need those hugs..:)GBU
Andresen Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 4:40 AM
- I transfer 54 warm hugs ..... do you need more :) <3 2 U !!
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 4:34 AM
thanks Anne Lise please give me a hug.. :_
Andresen Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 4:30 AM
- In your poem ... yes, I understood that :) -
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 4:26 AM
It's not fake dear.. It's real just hiding from the smile...
Kos Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 4:47 PM
Olive! This AWESOME! I really enjoyed
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:03 AM
Thanks Ivo..:)
Dietrich Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 3:46 PM
Hi, Olive. it was nice to see your words today. Nice rhyming, sweetie.
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:05 AM
Thanks Andrea..:)
Smith Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 3:46 PM
Yes we see the smile but many times we don't see the tears inside...hugs Tim
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:05 AM
Thanks Tim.. GBU :)
Callus Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 3:14 PM
Some people manage to put on a brave face, even when they have been hurt or let down (especially by those who are egoistic and fail to notice the good qualities of those around them). // powerfully expressed thoughts. // paul
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:07 AM
Weeee yes Paul.. It's so stressful that you need to put a smile and maintain all is well when inside you're already boiling..
Deschler Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 1:57 PM
I love the depth in this soulful and passionate write. Very expressive and nicely rhymed. Great poem, Olive Eloisa!.... Thank you so much for the kind congrats. :)
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:08 AM
Thanks much Kelly..:) gbu
Torres Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 12:14 PM
WOW!! ..what a deep and superb write!! ..heavy lines and brave thoughts... your pen is shouting like a craving wolf!!! very well expressed!! I like... :O))
Guillermo - Fraser Avatar
May 15, 2014 at 5:08 AM
Thanks much Aiyah..:) GBU
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