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Eternal Teardrops

I can't surrender you; you are mine But I've depleted the comfort denial gave Your relief, I must redefine There is no life left in prolonged death My love can not restore your breath To your doorway, now, angels brave The stars are yours, with Venus you shine Transcend from flesh-bound brevity Millstones ephemeral, all cease Too light for gravity So rise, in resplendent revere I was wrong to keep you here With tears, and a kiss, I release You to eternity. 8/18/18

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Jan Allison

Date: 12/12/2018 3:23:00 PM

such a moving poem Michelle, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 12/13/2018 6:03:00 PM

Thanks so much, Jan!

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 12/12/2018 5:22:00 AM

Michelle, this is a beautifully rendered poem on the loss of a loved one that touches the reader's heart. Congratulations on your win! There were many terrific entries, including yours. Thank you for participating in the contest. Best wishes, Carolyn

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 12/12/2018 1:05:00 PM

Thank you so much for the placement in your contest!

Lu Loo

Date: 9/11/2018 6:06:00 AM

hey I learned a new word! thank you! "ephemeral"..great poem sweet Michelle, loved every word..Thank you for your participation and congrats on your placement..-luloo

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 9/15/2018 12:39:00 PM

Thank you, Laura!

Aqua Marine

Date: 8/29/2018 4:24:00 PM

"But I've depleted the comfort denial gave..." completely honest, open-hearted write, Michelle. Written with finesse, of the dignity of letting go. A brave poem...(((Hugs)))

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/31/2018 3:13:00 PM

So appreciate your kind words, thank you!

Chris Green

Date: 8/21/2018 3:38:00 PM

Sadly beautiful. Letting go is never easy even if it is the right thing to do. Nicely written.

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/21/2018 10:57:00 PM

Thank you so much, Chris-

Gershon Wolf

Date: 8/20/2018 4:44:00 PM

So moving, Michelle. You have become a bona fide word artist, your canvass etched with emotions and tears. Just beautiful! Blessings, gw

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/21/2018 10:59:00 PM

So touched by your generous praise, blessings to you also-

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 8/19/2018 8:29:00 PM

Michelle, you have explained the unselfishness of letting our loved ones go on without us, in the very sweetest, nicest, kindest way. Thank you!

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/21/2018 11:00:00 PM

Thank you, also, Caren!

Caycay Jennings

Date: 8/18/2018 10:17:00 PM

Beautiful and sad both echo during the read, and after. To me, this is truly a poem that stays with the reader as its depths are far greater than the lines so well delivering it. Aw - I best find something funny to read. This is a poem to be appreciated. All the best ... CayCay

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/19/2018 6:13:00 PM

Thank you for your encouraging comments, CayCay-

Sand Blown

Date: 8/18/2018 6:08:00 PM

very potent view

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/19/2018 6:13:00 PM

Much appreciated, thanks!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/18/2018 5:19:00 PM

Very beautiful

Michelle Faulkner
Date: 8/18/2018 5:46:00 PM

Appreciate that, Kim!