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Lurking In the Night

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try as I may to leave the past behind
people who were unkind keep running through my mind

I don’t know why I can’t let go
it’s most unfair they hurt me so

I wish I could go back in time
and show them their injustice is a crime

stories that happened long ago
my side they never cared to know

never had my chance to sway opinions
they preferred to jump to their conclusions

in my head we could shake hands and all would be just fine
finally gone from my lips would be the taste of bitter wine

and people who were most unkind
would stop running freely though my mind



AP: Honorable Mention 2022

Submitted on May 18, 2021 for contest ALL YOURS (May 20) sponsored by BRIAN STRAND

Originally posted on May 17, 2021

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Carolyn Devonshire Date: 5/17/2021 10:56:00 AM I think most of us regret some of our past interactions. I tend to blame myself for not making more of an effort, but there are some acquaintances who make contact with them a drain. Just remember, you have people here who admire and care about you! Hugs, Carolyn Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 5/17/2021 11:39:00 AM Thanks for your most uplifting message, Carolyn. So true that these people are not worth the time ~ wish I could control it. Hugs xx

L Milton Hankins Date: 5/17/2021 9:23:00 AM Sadly, Line, these kinds of experiences are lingering reminders and do not go away easily. Great poem, my friend. Login to Reply Line Gauthier Date: 5/17/2021 11:40:00 AM Thank you so much, Milton ~