Finishing a Sorry

Where to start to say I'm sorry to you...
                                  I tried to stay on a path but fell like so many do...
                                 I struggle to find the right look and words to say...
                      So in my treasure trove I sweep them all where they can stay...
       
                                           The pencil is held tight in my hand...
                                    But the letters are lost like grains of sand...
                                I can't paste together the things I have shattered...
                                     My fingers are bruised and slightly tattered...

                             So I now group them all and I hope it heals this heart...
                       For too many years have passsed since this poem made a start...
                             I pray those sweet eyes are bright and a little less blurry...
                                  And some day you will know how I am very sorry...


written for The Sweethearts "Treasure Trove" contest
by Michael J Falotico
Thank you Linda, this is true and needed to be written...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Jaye Avatar
March 30, 2012 at 12:34 PM
Hi Michael words can't express how much I love your poetry style every line every verse says so much. I learn everytime I read one of your poems it's good reading your work again take care have a great you made day Patricia.
Phookan Avatar
March 17, 2012 at 9:52 AM
Yes, saying sorry is so difficult, the right words don't come; but once done it's such a healing thing,,and you did beautifully here.. Congrats Michael on a very well deserved win with this awesome write!!
Brown Avatar
March 15, 2012 at 11:59 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in Linda-Marie's "Treasure Trove" contest Michael. Love, Carol
Dietrich Avatar
March 14, 2012 at 8:06 PM
this one is so touching, Michael. I can see how it rated high. Congratulations on your win, my friend.
Johnson Avatar
March 14, 2012 at 3:33 PM
I so like your title and your story. Congratulations on finishing your poem and your win. Love, Joyce
Taylor Avatar
March 14, 2012 at 9:37 AM
Congrats on your win, Mike. Excellent. Nice going. Ralph
Andresen Avatar
March 14, 2012 at 3:55 AM
Send you a congrats for your win. - oxox Anne-Lise
Sweetheart Avatar
March 13, 2012 at 8:39 PM
congrats Michael luv on a sweet second place win for this awesome entry .. as always.. thankxx for supporting your JG..xoxo..
. Avatar
March 4, 2012 at 12:46 AM
heartfelt and touching. The title says it all. beautiful piece here Michael, good luck on the contest
Wesley Avatar
March 3, 2012 at 7:50 PM
So hard to say "sorry" but after all this time you did it and I'm sure you feel better. Great lines Michael, hope the recipient reads them. Lizzie
Mister Roboto Avatar
March 3, 2012 at 2:02 AM
not easy stuff to put down!
Devnath  Avatar
February 29, 2012 at 9:37 AM
Fantastic one penned with deep inner realization, true I do feel too. Loved always and thanks for your comment, bl
Minardi Avatar
February 28, 2012 at 8:52 AM
A deep and full of regrets poem. Enjoyed this, Michael.
Horne Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 12:46 PM
Lovely write, Michael. I hope you feel better having written this, my friend. Great entry for Linda-Marie's contest : )
Chircop Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 10:03 AM
You stated above that its true... I'm sure we all hurt somebody everynow and then,cos we are all human.Asking forgivness have never been easy,yet had always felt wonderful after its done..I think we all can relate to this,and I hope you'll be forgiven :)
Brown Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 7:42 AM
Enjoyed reading your amazing poetry today Michael. Please keep your pen flowing and keep sharing your writing with us. Love, Carol
Cornwall Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 7:05 AM
id vote for this one......patrick
Onclaud Avatar
February 27, 2012 at 1:21 AM
well-delivered with tender impressions marked on every line, michael... a sure winner!..:) huggs!
Dietrich Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 3:51 PM
well. ME thinks I am looking at a winner in THIS poem!!!! amazing how you did all she asked for this challenge. I cant' even think of anything yet.
Kendrick Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 2:02 PM
Enjoyed reading this one..Good luck in Linda's contest..Reads like a winner to me..Yes, saying we are sorry sometimes brings healing to ourselves and others..Thanks for stopping by, reading, and commenting on my work..Sara
Neels Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 12:37 PM
Hope your packing is done Mister lol, I am shutting down my pc for the night :-) thank you for the encouragement, love Wilma
K. Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 11:16 AM
Oh shucks, well one can sure feel this poem, how it comes from the here....that is good to know how you were able to write this poem, Michael! Thanks for dropping by my poems, made me smile! sorry I'll be a bit stingy with comments, my connection sucks and trying to catch up with comments. Will drop by again soon... Hugs your way!
Falotico Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 12:47 PM
Thanks Nikko Always a pleasure to hear from you. Hugs back.
Sweetheart Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 10:48 AM
thankxx for supporting my contest Michael luv.. good luck.. deeply touching words of a past life now gone ..still apologetic.. been there too luv.. so can relate.. a definite contender luv.. JG .. forever and always ..xoxoxoxo.. have a great tim,e away.. hi to Roseanna.. too..
Fitzgerald Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 10:46 AM
Time is a great healer and i hope in time you find your smiles , A lovely write my friend , all the best , Declan ...
Wilson Avatar
February 26, 2012 at 9:15 AM
Such a touching piece about regret...they say you can't go back but I think in your heart you can forgive yourself...love,deb p.s. best wishes for the contest Michael
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February 26, 2012 at 9:23 AM
Thanks Deb, it is easier now to write but a little late to be consumed by the right eyes... We live and learn though....
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