Edward Ibeh Poet Rhyme

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I Do Not Miss You When You'Re Gone

I do not miss you when you're gone
   My sleep, ever so serene, from dusk til dawn
   When the bough of bond between us breaks
 There's no part of my beating heart that aches

       Whenever a soul mentions your name
     I can assure you, it doesn't spark a flame
     When you trail off like contrails in the sky
  You're so far gone; invisible in my mind's eye

        I swear, your goodbyes are never sad
      And I never pine for you, not even a tad
Lonely moments and cold nights never seem long
I'm free, soaring with wings so sturdy and strong

  Each time you depart, and hours fly; all is fine
  Never mind this coldly indifferent heart of mine
  It's made of steel and stone, and feels nothing
   for you; nothing at all. But who am I kidding?



Last Letter to my Beloved Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by: Silent One (Winner: 1st Place)
Date written and posted: 12/09/2018

STANDARD CONTEST 145,ANY FORM,ANY THEME,UPTO A MAX OF 20 LINES 
Sponsored by Brian Strand (Winner: 1st Place)

Date written and posted: 12/09/2018

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Alexis Y. December 16, 2018 at 4:13 PM Hi Edward, I really enjoyed your take on the contest theme. It had a realistical tone and vibe. I didn't expect the last line but it was a good ending. Congratulations on your 1st place win in the contest. It was well deserved:-) Alexis Edward Ibeh December 16, 2018 at 5:51 PM Thank you for your wonderful comments, Alexis!:-) And I'm glad you liked the touch of irony to the poem!

Anne-Lise Andresen December 16, 2018 at 11:54 AM - Congratulations on your 1st place in the contest, Edward ... goodbyes are never sad ... - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Edward Ibeh December 16, 2018 at 12:49 PM Thank you very much, Anne-Lise!:-)

Silent One December 16, 2018 at 11:11 AM Heartbreaking lines... touching poem that many who have felt loss can relate to.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest.. Edward Ibeh December 16, 2018 at 11:48 AM Thank you very much, Silent One!:-) I appreciate the supportive comments, and my placement in your contest!

Mike Gentile December 15, 2018 at 8:24 AM You can't fool yourself as your excellent write make so clear.' Congratulations on your well deserved win Edward! Edward Ibeh December 15, 2018 at 1:04 PM Thank you so much, Mike!:-) Much obliged.