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Just An Old Photograph

It was only an old photograph;
But your black heart thought only of you,
You slipped my wallet from my purse,
Shame on you, Shame on you!

Your charges on my card stopped so quickly,
In a matter of minutes I’d phoned, theft found.
The worth was in one sentimental picture,
All I had dumped on graveled ground.

You didn’t win, dear thief, you have my prayers, tho
You took all I had left of him, thought you were clever, 
But in my heart lies every detail, his smile, my dress, his suit,
He was gone, and so’s your conscience forever.

Copyright © Sunlite Wanter | Year Posted 2019

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Vladislav Raven Date: 8/27/2019 6:11:00 PM Hi Sunlite, I cannot stand thievery. Some things are more important than money and for them, to be lost forever, that would be the greatest sorrow. The photograph was important to you. Sometimes they don't know the deep consequences of what they do. I feel the sadness sunlite. Have a wonderful Wednesday. Hugs....Mike. XX Login to Reply

M. L. Kiser Date: 8/27/2019 3:31:00 PM Nightmarish, what people do to one another, a simple theft can cut deeply. Well penned. Login to Reply

Chris Green Date: 8/26/2019 7:44:00 AM This is so sad and makes me very angry whether true or not because I am sure it has been true at one time or the other. Money and credit cards are one thing, but some things can't be replaced. really well written. Login to Reply Sunlite Wanter Date: 8/26/2019 9:49:00 AM True story, Chris, and yes, I know I'm not the only one.

Nette Onclaud Date: 8/26/2019 3:41:00 AM a lucidly pensive write worth a second, fourth read, sun.. greeat job!...huggs Login to Reply Sunlite Wanter Date: 8/26/2019 9:46:00 AM What a kind thing to say, Nette. It was true.

Susan Ashley Date: 8/25/2019 8:13:00 PM Your anguish is expressed so poetically, Sunlite. Such an impassioned piece that drew me into your heartbreak. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan Login to Reply Sunlite Wanter Date: 8/26/2019 9:45:00 AM Thank you, Susan. It was heartbreaking.

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/25/2019 6:53:00 PM I think it is devastating to lose a favorite photo forever. I always try to keep a back up of favorite photos in case I lose them. How sad for you and his Karma will set his fate. Well written Sunlite! xxoo : ) Login to Reply Sunlite Wanter Date: 8/26/2019 9:44:00 AM Thank you - I value your comment. I wish I had had the foresight to keep a backup back in those days.