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I Can't Afford To Lose You Now

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No, I can’t afford to lose you In this craziness called life Though the madness presses in And I cannot still the strife I can’t afford to lose you now No, I can’t afford to lose you Though I’m catatonic now In the nothingness of thought The need to reconnect somehow I can’t afford to lose you now No, I can’t afford to lose you My yearning’s penned upon this page Fighting all constraints of time I reach out past my hidden rage I can’t afford to lose you now No, I can’t afford to lose you Your words: a needed, calming grace Weaving in my troubled mind glowing wisdom I can trace No, I can’t afford to lose you now Not now Not ever No, I WILL NOT lose you now! Eileen Manassian

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Paul Callus

Date: 3/2/2017 1:12:00 PM

I know that you've had life filled to the brim lately, Eileen, so you're excused for staying away:) Man does not live only on bread:) The emotions in this poem are understandable; there are things/people we come to depend on and somehow become indispensable. The repeated lines are effective and make sense. Hugs // paul

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 3/2/2017 2:24:00 AM

Spring is finally here! So wonderful to see your inspiring poems again! Hope you stay dearest, Eileen!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/2/2017 7:56:00 AM

I will try my best, dear one. I will post as I have time. There are too many lovely people here for me to disappear. People such as you. Hugs

Arthur Vaso

Date: 3/1/2017 9:16:00 PM

Very powerful and raw expressions, great to see you back!! We cant afford to lose you either!!! :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/2/2017 7:56:00 AM

Thanks, dear. :) I don't want to lose you either. Hugs

Eve Roper

Date: 3/1/2017 8:46:00 PM

Nice to see you and your beautiful work ~<*

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/2/2017 7:56:00 AM

Thanks, sweetie. Always a pleasure to get a visit from you.

Emile Pinet

Date: 3/1/2017 11:46:00 AM

Your words convey the depth of your feelings. The strength and power of your love came through your words and into my heart... and stuck there like a magnet. Emile.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/1/2017 4:04:00 PM

I'm so glad to hear it, Emile. Hope all is well with you. I haven't been around much lately, but I'm hoping to be able to post more soon. :)

John Hamilton

Date: 3/1/2017 9:06:00 AM

Beautiful write Eileen, feelings expressed here are definitely communicated to the reader, especially the refrain gives it a song like feel. Well done as always!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/1/2017 4:21:00 PM

My dream is to be able to write really good lyrics. I wish I could write a song that would live on after me. Dreams...dreams. Thanks for the visit, John.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 3/1/2017 8:52:00 AM

It's great to see you posting again Eileen. I too have been pulled away from here but do try to come back when time permits. As for the poem I don't think you have anything to worry about. Hugs Rick.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/1/2017 4:22:00 PM

I forced myself out of my "solitary confinement." I won't bear to lose touch with those who are dear to me, Richard. I'm glad you liked the poem. You inspired it.

Doug Vinson

Date: 2/28/2017 10:15:00 PM

Vividly written, Eileen! : )

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:27:00 PM

Thank you, Doug. It is based on an actual concern, so the words just came from my heart.

Charlie Smith

Date: 2/28/2017 9:25:00 PM

I don't think you can afford to loose that person now. Hope they heard you....

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:28:00 PM

:) I hope so too, Charlie. I've been silent here for some time. Life has been very involved. We invest in those we love, despite the inconveniences. I appreciate your visit.

David Meade

Date: 2/28/2017 8:39:00 PM

A powerful poem -- your words lifted off the page and came ringing home into my heart! It's feels good to be reading you again -- LO . . . missed you.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:29:00 PM

I'm glad, David. I so miss you around here. I haven't been very active of late, but...I've got to get back into the game. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I miss you too.

Tim Smith

Date: 2/28/2017 6:56:00 PM

It is difficult to lose anyone close Eileen...I hope all is well.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:30:00 PM

Yes, I've tasted that sting before. The wounds don't heal. As far as possible, I'll do all in my power to keep my loved ones active in my life. Thanks for the visit, dear.

Frederic Parker

Date: 2/28/2017 6:04:00 PM

"From out of the darkened wilderness you came and brought music to my soul like that played from a fine crafted violin"...your poem reminded me of something I had written in another time another place..the emotion of your poem was what I connected with dear poet

Frederic Parker
Date: 3/1/2017 12:48:00 PM

that poem was lost in the distant past of a young man

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:32:00 PM

Frederic, your words are always mesmerizing. What a lovely poem that must be. If you can, give me the title so I can read it. :) I've been absent for a time, but I will make an effort to visit those whom I love here. Be sure I will visit you soon.

Alexis Y.

Date: 2/28/2017 5:34:00 PM

Hi Eileen, Who even you wrote this to is fortunate to have you as a friend. You poured your heart into this write and I'm sure the recipient of this heartfelt piece sees it as well. A without a dout seven:-) Alexis

Eileen Manassian
Date: 2/28/2017 10:33:00 PM

:) Sweetie, you always manage to bring a smile with the sincerity of your words. I know they are genuine and it warms my heart. Thank you for your kindness. I will try to be more active. Hugs, dear one.