Crossroads

I was at a crossroads in my life when I met you.
My heart was in turmoil and indecision infiltrated 
every fiber of my being. Should I stay or should
I move over two thousand miles away?
I was off balance with two small children to consider
who counted on me being the stable mom they knew.
I cried for them not me, I cried because I had no answers.

Your strength without promise got me through.
I had never met a man like you. A man whose kindness
knew no bounds, a man who listened without judgment.
A man who had the same kind of baggage I dragged behind,
who understood the pain of divorce with children at stake.
You made me feel safe as I mourned my loss, you were my rock.

Neither of us was looking for love, yet we were drawn
together by invisible forces we later accepted as destiny.
Your handsome face caught my eye, I won’t deny, but
your soul-light shined so bright I couldn’t help but love you.
I then knew the right way to go at those crossroads, I 
took the path that led straight to you.

9-20-19

~Second Place~
Crossroads Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Silent One
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Dietrich Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 5:46 PM
Congrats on a well deserved win. I have to ask you something in soupmail because I thought you had once told me something about childhood in Hawaii.
Dutta Avatar
September 26, 2019 at 8:07 AM
Your feelings touched me.You are so lucky to meet Mr. Perfect. CONGRATS n LOVE
La France Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 1:01 PM
Connie congratulations on your win in the contest with this excellent poem !
Sands Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 9:39 PM
This is so special! Congratulations for your great win Connie :)
Mcgee Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 1:43 PM
Glad you made the right decision for the future. Congrats on your win.
Hamilton Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 10:54 AM
Wonderful writing of a crossroad decision that lead to happiness, may your happiness continue to grow and blossom as this poem does. Congrats on a worthy win!
Lindley Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 10:11 AM
My friend, Congratulations on your placement in SilentOne's Crossroads contest!
Gilmour Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 5:42 AM
Oh Connie this is such a beautiful love story it brought tears of joy to my eyes. How wonderful to have met each other after the pain that you had both endured. What a glorious write dear Connie, it has truly brighten up my day. Whoops I nearly forgot to send many congrats too! With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Andresen Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 3:34 AM
- Love it, Connie :) - Congratulations on yuor win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Adams Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 5:35 PM
what a gorgeous write...this one shines through the story within...loved this, congratulations on your win my friend :) hugs
Pandit Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 4:24 PM
Back with congrats Connie--for the TOP honor you received for this well deserved poem.
One Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 4:19 PM
Congratulations on your placement in the contest...
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 12:34 AM
Thank you for having a contest that inspired me Silent. I am very pleased with my placement! : ) xxoo
Dietrich Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 3:27 PM
connie, I don't know how i ever missed this one, but I am seeing it now a winner in the contest. Congratulations. I really enjoyed this and it is making me wonder something. This has to be about your hubbie, but I do not recall that you were on the mainland . So did you have to move to Hawaii?? I thought you grew up there. Sorry if I am missing something. I should remember all about you, but my mind is like a dang sieve!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 8:35 PM
I did not move to Hawaii until I was thirty four Andrea. I lived in Kansas until three and a half and then in California and briefly in Seattle for two and a half years. I have lived here the past 40 years. Thanks my friend. : ) xxoo
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September 22, 2019 at 1:54 PM
Hi Connie, I feel like this is your story. And it reads like a modern day love story/ fairy tale too me. I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Have a great day my friend:-) Alexis
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 8:37 PM
It is my true story Alexis. My Knight rescued me and we have been married 38 years this December. Thank you very much. xxoo
Pandit Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 7:12 AM
Your story feels so powerful and real--because it is! A special write this is Connie that speaks to and for many. Touching..heartfelt..excellent as always. I am saving as my FAVE.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:10 PM
When I let go and put my future in God's hands my divine destiny was revealed Vijay. Thank you so much for Faving this poem. I was inspired by Silent's contest to write about those years long ago. I appreciate your support of this poem very much Vijay. xxoo
Gauthier Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:14 AM
Beautiful. Connie.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:11 PM
Thank you very much Line. xxoo
Proxenos Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 1:25 AM
What a wonderful path you chose my dear friend, one to happiness and to a man with strength and character - Your crossroad I am sure many come to, but not all of them choose the one that shines the brightest. Good luck in the contest. Hugs and blessings, Jenny.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:15 PM
He was divinely sent to me Jennifer. My best friend begged me to trade trips with her and from that favor I was to meet my future. I know it was divine destiny and the answer to my prayers. Thank you very much Jennifer. (I love that name I gave to my daughter). xxoo
Cunningham Avatar
September 20, 2019 at 11:31 PM
A verse from your heart Connie, I'm glad you chose the path that took you to happiness. Good luck. Tom
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 21, 2019 at 2:17 PM
I had some divine help Tom. Thank you very much. xxoo
Krutsinger Avatar
September 20, 2019 at 10:25 PM
Connie, Connie, Connie! "your soul-light shined so bright I couldn’t help but love you." This was enough. The rest was just gravy and potatoes to the meat! WOW!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 20, 2019 at 10:45 PM
Thank you for such a wonderful comment Caren. I chose the right path at the crossroads. xxoo : )
Mcintosh Avatar
September 20, 2019 at 9:38 PM
What a gem... I know it will do wonderfully. Very inspiring and uplifting. I love it. God bless you and your writing.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 20, 2019 at 10:44 PM
Thank you very much Regina. I chose the right path at the crossroads. : ) xxoo
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