My Lonely Heart Sighs

Late at night I reach

For someone who is not there.

Then I remember.....

And then my lonely heart sighs

`He will not be back' it says.







for "Blink" contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
September 24, 2010 at 8:06 PM
Ahhh, sad one. Is it for the contest. I wish you good luck. LUv, Andrea
K. Avatar
September 24, 2010 at 5:44 PM
You sure captured loneliness so well here-- best of luck in the contest! -- nikko :)
Fraser Avatar
September 22, 2010 at 11:40 AM
Sad piece Francine, good luck in the contest >> James
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2010 at 12:59 AM
Francine, A wonderful Tanka and entry for the contest. I don't want to know what it feels like to experience your last line. Of course I have lost those I love, but not my mate. Your poem was very poinant. It is sure to be in the winner's circle. Blessings, Connie
Horsman Avatar
September 21, 2010 at 10:07 PM
very profound, and sad. enjoyed, good luck in the contest. Harry
Haick Avatar
September 21, 2010 at 8:43 PM
Another great entry!! Goes to my favs. Good luck! This is already a winner in my book. Peace, Audrey
Devonshire Avatar
September 21, 2010 at 4:47 PM
This is the first one I've read for the "Blink" contest, Franine, but there are many who can relate to the heartfelt emotions you expres so beautifully in your tanka. Very, very nice! Best wishes in the contest. Love, Carolyn
Culverhouse Avatar
September 21, 2010 at 1:37 PM
sad story... I don't want to be in that world.
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