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I Tried Not To Cry

I tried not to cry But when I looked out my window, All I could see is hatred, finger pointing, false accusations and lies I tried not to cry But when I looked out my window, All I could see is people turning against each other A great country I once knew, falling from within I tried not to cry But when I looked out the window, All I could see is crime, lawlessness and screaming I tried not to cry, but the tears flowed From grief, loss and division All those with blinders on to this creation I stood looking at the puddles on the floor, at my own reflection Begging, please God, save the people, let there be no more Heidi Sands 2/1/19

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Vladislav Raven

Date: 2/9/2019 3:46:00 PM

Well Heidi, your heartfelt words have certainly made me cry. This is such a deep moving write. It is so sad what is happening in our world, our countries folding in from within. Your words caressed my heart and stirred my emotions so easily. More and more I seem to look within myself. Maybe one day I shall just stay there, where the world stands as one, all hate gone. Loved the content Heidi. have a wonderful Saturday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/9/2019 3:48:00 PM

Thank you so much Mike. It is difficult to watch happen . I appreciate your comment and all your support :)

Alexis Y.

Date: 2/5/2019 11:10:00 AM

Hi Heidi, What a moving and heartfelt write. I could feel your earnest plea and it touched me deeply. I too feel these same sentiments. Well done-Alexis

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/5/2019 12:44:00 PM

Thank you very much Alexis. I appreciate your comment :)

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 2/2/2019 11:01:00 PM

Heidi,I rarely look out the window any more. I look into the computer terminal where the lovelies are still writing beautiful poems like this - on this site.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/3/2019 4:51:00 AM

Yes, there is beautiful poetry here. Thank you Caren :)

Sandra L. Weiss

Date: 2/2/2019 8:03:00 PM

To see is to feel, is to cry. Written with deep sorrow. Well said, Heidi, so sad though.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/3/2019 4:51:00 AM

Thank you Sandy :)

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 2/1/2019 9:51:00 AM

I can feel the passion in this intense poem of yours.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/1/2019 10:33:00 AM

Thank you for your comment on this Sunlite. Have a nice day :)

Arturo Michael

Date: 2/1/2019 8:15:00 AM

It's a serious affair...hard not to cry...a lamentation...

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/1/2019 10:32:00 AM

Yes Arturo, it is. Thank you for your comment. Have a nice day :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 2/1/2019 7:40:00 AM

So much seems out of balance..but in the end it will all work out.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/1/2019 10:32:00 AM

I have always believed somehow it can. Thank you Vijay :)

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 2/1/2019 6:56:00 AM

Realistically viewing what goes on our world certainly can bring tears, Heidi. Sometimes these images can inspire writers, just as they have given you a chance to share your angst. Sad but beautifully penned, Heidi!

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/1/2019 7:29:00 AM

Thank you Carolyn. I appreciate your comment and support :)