Disconnected

i tried to tell you
but you would not listen....
had to go and be a man

"baby don't go
they will get you"
and my heart bled
when they said you
were dead

the year passed by so slow
i did nothing
to get ahead

i know to others i act so simple
this is alright because i
live my life in my head

so i'll close this poem of 
of sadness and truth 
and to your memory
i will continue to be wed

even in death
by janetta harrington
Copyright © | Year Posted 2007

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Spence Sr Avatar
June 19, 2010 at 2:04 PM
There is always another day and the sun will rise and shine on your face. Congratulations of being featured. Great job! Joseph
Austin Avatar
June 19, 2010 at 9:00 AM
So sad. Congrats on this selection. love. daver
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June 19, 2010 at 5:50 AM
Congratulations on your poetry being featured this week Janetta. Love, Carol
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June 16, 2010 at 5:44 PM
Janetta, I can relate to this poem. I know my husband is with me and that is the way I want it to be. God Bless and keep up the good work, Cile
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June 15, 2010 at 7:17 AM
Congrats. on your poem being connected this week. Smile! Agape, Moses
Keys Avatar
June 15, 2010 at 7:13 AM
he was very fortunate to have you in his life and in his continued life .... inside you forever. thank you for sharing, chuck
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June 14, 2010 at 1:31 PM
Many congrats on your featured piece this week. Rgds Janette
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June 13, 2010 at 10:01 PM
Congratulations to a talented poet. Love, Iolanda
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June 13, 2010 at 10:01 PM
Congratulations to a talented poet. Love, Iolanda
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June 13, 2010 at 6:43 PM
Congrats Janetta on your featured write. Vince
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June 13, 2010 at 3:08 PM
The emotion comes through your words in a heartfelt way. Congratulations on having your poem featured. I wish you continued success with your writing. Karen
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