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Free

Unattached chains set me free
 No captivating bonds to hold me 
 Free of mind for a new restart 
 Give someone worthy my heart

 Demons have been laid to rest
 A knife removed from my breast
 That pierced a tender heart often
 No loving words to soften

 No loving eyes there to see
 To gently watch over me
 As I always did for thee
 There, I would faithfully be

 No regrets of misspent youth
 In my heart I know the truth
 Deep love and loyalty so real
 Time now for old scars to heal

 Passage of time held the key
 Shackles unlocked to be free
 Heart to soar and take to flight
 Horizon ahead gleaming bright

 Time to leave the past behind
 Cherished memories enshrined
 Farewell - forever I will adore
 But unrequited love no more

Copyright © Christina Bowring | Year Posted 2023

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Sam Scott Date: 4/7/2024 2:22:00 PM Losing is harder than finding, or at least we think so, sometimes finding is just as hard - but the outcome erases the memory of struggle. It may even be there is balance afterall, that the circle is closed and we just travel around again.. Christina, I do hope that the distance between the loss and the re-discovery is short.. Your poem is quite touching and honest and quite lovely for that. All the blessings, Sam x Login to Reply

Speaks Volumes Date: 1/13/2024 3:18:00 PM Give your eyes to the girl who has not seen a flower? Peace beyond dreaming. Your bequests are not contrite but full of hope and glory. Thoroughly enjoyed. Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 1/14/2024 11:55:00 PM Loved these deep, meaningful, reflective thoughts from you my dear poetic friend. Great strength can be gained from them. Thank you so much. Many blessings xx

Duke Beaufort Date: 1/13/2024 10:32:00 AM If you can unshackle chains of passion, that is a wondrous thing. I find I make up my mind to do something, but I only control part of my own brain. There's some part of the brain that has its own mind. It even takes a very long time to rewire what I feel I do control. What is the secret? Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 1/15/2024 12:07:00 AM Dear Duke, thank you so much for another much appreciated visit from you. I do so enjoy reading your honest, thoughtful comments/ reflections upon life. It’s not easy to let go of things that perhaps your heart desires and yet in reality, not always in your best interest to continue with ( especially unrequited love) and the passage of time combined with strength and self belief may one day finally free you. Our minds are terrifically powerful and can be friend or foe to us at times. Sometimes battling against it can feel like we are being battered and tossed in the sea. But fight on we will to try and master it! Blessings and peace to you :):)

Lady Labyrinth Date: 12/1/2023 11:43:00 PM "Give someone worthy my heart", this line. I used think that for a very long time. But truly, the most worthy person to receive such a treasured gift, is yourself. I have read all your poems today, and they all come from your heart. Sometimes, the heart has a mind of its own, and it isn't so gentle; but in the end it delivers, the true message..."integrity"...and all at the end of the day, beneath it all, is "Love" in its many guises. xx Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 12/2/2023 5:27:00 AM My heartfelt thanks to you for gracing my page LL and I am so honoured that you have read all my poems. Thank you so much for your time and generosity. Such beautiful thoughts you have left me to reflect upon. So valued and appreciated. Thank you with love and blessings to you xx

Bill Baker Date: 10/30/2023 1:01:00 AM So sad it is, when one loves deeply, and the love is unrequited. It takes strength to allow the heart to heal and proceed with zeal, a Love that is real. My prayers are that you find the Love you deserve, Christina. A poet friend in Texas, Bill Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 11/1/2023 12:38:00 AM Dear Bill, such thoughtful comments from you my poetic Texas friend that warmed my heart greatly. Your support to all of us here is immense and truly treasured. Your kind, caring heart shines through always. What a blessing you are. I thank you greatly especially for your prayers. Hugs to you and lovely Sara xx

Brian Sambourne Date: 9/27/2023 12:41:00 PM Very sound advice about moving on from loss or past pain. Often that is so difficult to do. I know that I hang on to ghosts when I should not do so though grief still clings in its sting. Best wishes, Brian Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 9/27/2023 1:31:00 PM Thank you so much Brian for your visit and for reading the poem. Your comments are very thoughtful and much appreciated. Thank you. Blessings to you.

Christina Bowring Date: 7/23/2023 3:08:00 PM Thank you so much Paula for leaving lovely comments.I’m so sorry to learn about your friend but admire your bravery for letting go. Blessings to you. Login to Reply

Paula Goldsmith Date: 7/22/2023 1:57:00 PM A powerful write/ending. Love your line, "Time to leave the past behind. I just had to do this to a friend who has hurt me for a year. Let go and move on. Have a blessed weekend writing away.................. Login to Reply

Gary Radice Date: 7/15/2023 5:49:00 AM Hi Christina Your title says it all. I picked up the following from your poem: It can take time to move on from the knowing to the actual action of moving on. It isn't always easy as that element of 'certainty' in life disappears. Not moving on = hanging on to past memories = not achieving new goals. I enjoyed the read. Cheers - Gary Login to Reply Christina Bowring Date: 7/18/2023 12:50:00 PM Thank you so much for your kind comments Gary.Very much appreciated. Warmest wishes