In Smithereens

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"In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life:" Robert Frost A thousand scalpel nicks on his poor heart How her words cut deep! "Sorry, you're not my type" That's a bit much to take from... the object of his affection Bright hopes of a budding romance, dashed. Rejected; his heart left in smithereens Etheree Poetry Contest. (Winner: 2nd Place) Sponsored by Dear Heart Theme: Life Checked at howmanysyllables.com Date written: 05/19/2020

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Constance La France

Date: 5/28/2020 10:45:00 AM

Edward, wonderfully penned and congratulations on your win in my contest _Constance

Edward Ibeh
Date: 5/28/2020 11:14:00 AM

Thank you so much for my placement, DH:-) Most obliged.

Aditi Mishra

Date: 5/25/2020 1:55:00 PM

That's a visual imagery of the pain a rejection brings in life. The words cut deep indeed. Congratulations on your win Edward :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 5/25/2020 4:43:00 PM

Thanks so much, Aditi:-) I appreciate it!

John Watt

Date: 5/24/2020 8:46:00 PM

I feel your pain, Edward. Powerful words bring a visceral reaction to this reader. Nice choice of image to underscore the words of a break up. Congratulations on your win ~ John

Edward Ibeh
Date: 5/25/2020 12:11:00 AM

Thank you so much, John:-)