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For Just a Little While

You say I'll never own your heart, And so, to me, it seems I'll never find the peace of mind I know in all my dreams. If I can never know your love, I'll settle for a smile. At least, I'll know I crossed your mind For just a little while. For just a little while Let me hold you close to me. I won't pretend it's any more Than you will let it be. I have to let you know I want to make you smile -- I'll be around, if you fall down, For just a little while. You may not want me here at all -- And, if that is your choice -- I'll say good-bye, with a quiet sigh And a teardrop in my voice. If I must go, then help me live -- Just let me see you smile. I'll know I saw eternity For just a little while.

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Poet Destroyer A

Date: 3/21/2015 5:56:00 PM

JOHN, THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN.... :) ((Regarding the reply you left in my comment box)) Always ~LINDA~

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 9/12/2014 9:29:00 PM

Sad emotions n a wonderful write John! Teardrop in ur voice touched my heart! Congrats on big win!

John Posey
Date: 9/13/2014 4:35:00 AM

Thank you, my dear friend. I love the encouragement your visits bring...... Love Ya dearly...... Jake

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 9/12/2014 10:44:00 AM

John, Congratulations, with your awesome rejection poem.... LOVE LINDA

John Posey
Date: 9/12/2014 10:53:00 AM

You always bring that sweet Texas praise to this old poet's heart.... Double hugs to ya..... Jake

Carrie Richards

Date: 9/12/2014 10:02:00 AM

This one seems as if it could be the lyrics to a sad, country song! Well done, John !!

John Posey
Date: 9/12/2014 10:49:00 AM

Carrie, you always manage to lift my spirits..... Love Ya dearly..... Jake

John Posey
Date: 9/12/2014 10:46:00 AM

Thank you, Dr...... Your comments always very pleasant.... Regards....Jake

Dr.Ram Mehta

Date: 9/12/2014 9:59:00 AM

Sad but enjoyable, congrats. John

Brenda Meier-Hans

Date: 9/12/2014 6:59:00 AM

Congratulations on your win John and reading what you said to Gwen, I understand exactly what you said. That's how lots of my poems come about.

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 9/12/2014 2:18:00 AM

aw its sad, but cute Jake , congratulations xx

John Posey
Date: 9/12/2014 10:44:00 AM

Mandy, dearest... Thanks for your visit.... rejection is often sad.... but always recoverable from..... Jake

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 9/11/2014 11:07:00 PM

Wonderful poem. I stopped by to say Congratulations and thank you for entering the contest. Love and prayers, ~ Gina

John Posey
Date: 9/12/2014 10:42:00 AM

Thank you, Gina. I am honored by your visit and comment.... Love ya.... Jake

Gwen Benita Mason Gibbs

Date: 11/21/2012 6:34:00 PM

Awesome, I love reading your poetry.

John Posey
Date: 11/21/2012 6:41:00 PM

Thanks Gwen, I find feelings, not always mine, and I match them with the reality of here and now and somehow the poem or song is born.... Jake