Cry Me a River

two things i've given my heart to
two things for which i've cried
my dear dear love april
and my little dog that died
tears are sometimes expected
but really somewhat a surprise
the secret of how much you love someone
are hidden in the eye's
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Duncan Avatar
September 29, 2012 at 4:33 PM
love it ,,,, the eyes have it,,, you have an awesome weekend ;}
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September 24, 2012 at 2:23 PM
Oh i know the eyes are the answers..Thank you for the lovely visit xx Dawn x
Chircop Avatar
July 6, 2012 at 10:58 PM
Yes its all in the eyes even when we don't utter a word John.. Very sentimental... and i love that song.. Hope you are fine my good friend... ChaRMA
Ink-U-Script Avatar
June 17, 2012 at 8:58 AM
Tears don't lie...this is a heartfelt write here!!
Allen Avatar
May 29, 2012 at 3:42 PM
Yes the eyes are loves meter if you know how to read them in states other than just full blown love. What really hurts is when they show you that love is dieing and the mouth won't tell you why. Huggs TLee
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May 30, 2012 at 7:04 AM
I loved this comment.
Cooper Avatar
May 28, 2012 at 4:08 PM
very true
Duncan Avatar
May 22, 2012 at 5:26 PM
well written,,,, we've all lost a pet or two,,,,, thank you for reading my "KHAN" you have a great & blessed day ;}
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May 9, 2012 at 2:40 PM
Sweet friend, you have had so many struggles in the past year and are always in my prayers. I still have that photo of you with the dog. Very provocative last two lines. Gives us a lot to ponder. Beautiful write, John! Love, Carolyn
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May 12, 2012 at 6:44 PM
carolyn! you do have a picture of me with my dog! i forgot that! and yes, thats the dog.
Babcock Avatar
April 27, 2012 at 1:24 PM
We often hide things behind our eyes. Very well put on this poem. Hope you have a great day. love phyl
Wesley Avatar
April 20, 2012 at 7:37 AM
Hi John, such a hurt in this, it is very painful to lose what you love and sometimes it feels like healing is so far away. Also I've found replacements are never the same.
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April 10, 2012 at 4:26 PM
I have lost my dog as well and know how you feel. Your poem was very emotional and a great write. Hope you had a wonderful Easter Cory
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April 10, 2012 at 7:58 AM
I have lost my dog,and my cat died,and tears are never stopped,the pain you have I know,thank you for sharing your feelings with us,truly Ivy
Chircop Avatar
April 10, 2012 at 6:24 AM
Yes ..eyes are the mirror of the soul john
Rhinem Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 4:30 AM
Smile ˜ Happy Easter John!:) ˜
Kendrick Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 4:54 PM
Yes, the eyes tell the truth..Enjoyed reading this one..I know that you are still missing April..Has it been a year?...Thanks for the Easter greeting..We celebrated Karter's birthday today..This was his actual birthday..One year old now..Sara
Cooper Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 2:16 PM
happy Easter right back at ya.
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April 8, 2012 at 11:45 AM
John, so sorry I misunderstood your comment. I get confrontational comments from other poets once in a while about my christian beliefs. I try to respond with respect. You are so right, Jesus did prove it Easter morning! Happy Easter to you, Rhonda :)
Loving Iii Avatar
April 9, 2012 at 8:27 AM
now you get it.
Babcock Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 11:25 AM
this is so true. My computer is acting funny today so not sure if it is this site. Happy EASTER. love phyl
Poet Avatar
April 8, 2012 at 10:36 AM
So very true...
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April 8, 2012 at 9:25 AM
its so hard when we lose those close to us not only did my mom love her dog but when she died I took care of him now they both are back reuniting I dont think I want another but will love other pets its to darn hard to let go also Hoppy easter sweet man hope it filled with gooeyness today with sweetness only thanks for sharing
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April 8, 2012 at 9:18 AM
May God comfort you ad you grieve. These are beautiful heartfelt lines. Thank you for commenting on my Easter poem. As far as proving it, I find I cannot prove something to someone who does not want to believe. If your mind is open to considering it, you may want to read Lee Strobel, A Case for Christ and others. If not, I only ask for respect on this site from you and I will give the same to you. Enjoy your day Blessings, Rhonda
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April 8, 2012 at 7:58 AM
so very true are these lines of emotion John.. losing a loved one or a dear pet is so tragic .. no one ever replaces them luv.. but the memories sustain.. thankxx for sharing and Happy Easter blessings to u luv..
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