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I met him when I was a young girl Heart racing the first time we kissed In me, he touched upon some wellspring Of hope for a deep and passionate grace Flowing through me like the promise of an ache I was with him for a time, not so long But his kiss stayed with me, beckoning my heart Touching my thoughts with tenderness and hope Caressing my feelings with a gentleness That tingles and tantalizes my spirit I left him for some time, thinking of him often We touched each other’s souls, yet never Found the opportunity to share our lives With more than a passing of moments and weeks We were often left with a lingering affection Finally, as time will do – we were left older Wiser and filled with the truth that we had gone Through this life without ever living out the dream We shared – a dream of the love we had And ultimately, we decided to marry and beget laughter We shared one perfect year – there were no tears or fears Only happiness and joy, inspiration that comes from knowing You’ve found the one God intended for you, the miracle That whispers across the heart like a intimate thought Welcoming you home, to the only home you could know It was one perfect year – and death touched down With it’s dark and heavy hand, leaving only the print Of lasting grief – from which there was no relief Sorrow that would last through every tomorrow And leave only the loss that left the other longing for Death Break My Heart, Why Don't Cha Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh February 2, 2021

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Date: 2/8/2021 7:13:00 PM
Absorbing read, with happiness for the time that was shared and sadness for the time lost. Congratulations on the win Gina. hugs and blessings Linda
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Date: 2/8/2021 6:47:00 PM
Back again to congratulate you, Regina!
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Date: 2/8/2021 2:00:00 PM
An absolutely brilliant write that tugs at the heartstrings, Regina:-) Congrats on your podium finish!
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Date: 2/7/2021 2:35:00 PM
Regina ... So beautiful and heartbreaking . Such tender memories, thoughts, and moments in time . “That whispers across the heart like an intimate thought “ love this ! So poignant, intimate and heartfelt. Susan :)
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Date: 2/4/2021 7:00:00 PM
Regina, this truly saddened my heart, breaking tiny bits off.
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Date: 2/3/2021 8:50:00 AM
Wonderfully written! A true mirror of reality, dearest, Gina! Blessings!
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Date: 2/2/2021 10:02:00 PM
A tearjerker and sure shot winner! So beautifully penned
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Date: 2/2/2021 6:28:00 PM
Remembering that first time of a heart racing after a first touch, a first kiss. a love the statement, "we beget laughter". Oh then death, heart breaking my friend. Good luck in the contest. Hugs Eve
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Date: 2/2/2021 2:53:00 PM
Oh how sad and heart wrenching when you lose the one thing you waited for all your life. Your feelings run deep here in this emotive poem you wrote. Its hard to re-piece it when its been broken like this. I feel it, gl in the contest dear friend, though I don't think you need, it. You got skill on your side.
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Date: 2/2/2021 2:01:00 PM
oh my goodness. is this true?? I bet this is for the contest on "break my heart?" VERY NICE
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Date: 2/2/2021 12:29:00 PM
Alas I have first hand experience of such a situation. It happens to most of us. ~~
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Date: 2/2/2021 12:14:00 PM
pulls at the heartstrings, so sad when such a situation happens, hopefully not a personal story..thank you for your gracious comment on my work
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Date: 2/2/2021 11:14:00 AM
A breathtaking write, a long term relationship that ended in a happy union only to be torn apart by death , so sad. Hugs and blessings, Gina, Jennifer
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Date: 2/2/2021 9:22:00 AM
Beautiful and sad at the same time. Hope you have a great day, Regina :)
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Date: 2/2/2021 8:52:00 AM
you certainly brought a lump to my throat with the final stanza, a gem of a poem Regina:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 2/2/2021 7:44:00 AM
Death is a brutal mistress, but the one thing that gives life its preciousness and value. Heartbreaking write, done with expertise and care.
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Date: 2/2/2021 7:24:00 AM
Outstanding, as always!
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Date: 2/2/2021 6:45:00 AM
Oh my word! A sweet romance of love turned into a lone broken heart. This is superbly done, beautifully sad. I fave it this gem, Regina... hugs ~
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Date: 2/2/2021 6:42:00 AM
A touching of heartbreak brilliantly articulated, Gina.
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Date: 2/2/2021 6:31:00 AM
I hope this is just a work based on someone you knew who went through this or just imagination of what someone would feel going through this. If it is your life, I feel for you in your loss of someone you loved so deeply. I enjoyed reading your romantic and passionate work. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara
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Date: 2/2/2021 6:08:00 AM
Reminds me of when my closest friend named Eileen passed away about five years ago. Good write that made me reminisce and feel sad.
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Date: 2/2/2021 5:32:00 AM
Beautiful! Heartbreaking, yes! God bless you, Regina, sweet Regina!
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Date: 2/2/2021 3:14:00 AM
Oh so sad but brilliantly and emotively penned. I love most the line, "Touching my thoughts with tenderness and hope" So soothing!! Best wishes!!
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