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Once I Had

It's a long time ago that I flew high and thought that’s like a carrion crow flying over a deserted plateau could bring its prey so much woe. Once I had a rose, a ruby rose, someone stole it; my death throes. It vanished like yesterday's snow. I saw it as a television show my heart that was so much aglow, knew you decided to let it go, like a third-rate picture show. I wended my way through shadows, sometimes was lost in meadows or languished beneath the shady willows. It was then too late for me. I lay beneath the ugly Judas tree, wondering how could he have stolen my love from me. But does he kiss you passionately? as I, a bird of prey, did?

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/9/2023 6:44:00 AM

Whoa!!! Extremely upsetting to think someone to go off with someone else and not even look back. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 11/6/2023 5:11:00 PM

Reflective and sad! Under the Judas tree was very descriptive, like being beneath the shadow of a traitor. This is such a deep poem Victor, and beautiful.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 11/5/2023 10:54:00 AM

Love the switch up to the Ruby rose…

Bill Baker

Date: 11/3/2023 5:19:00 PM

Not very light, Victor ... until that closing. Nice poetry, my friend. Write On! Bill

Judy Ball

Date: 11/2/2023 7:15:00 PM

A very poignant piece my friend. Bringing home the reason I always say if you love someone tell them. You might not get another chance. Well done my friend. God Bless, JB

Eve Roper

Date: 10/31/2023 8:55:00 PM

Under the Judas tree, Judas couldn't the heavy sin he'd committed after which the white flowers turned red with blood or shame. Nicely done my friend.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 10/31/2023 4:39:00 PM

I was transported by this awesome tale, to a place of beauty and sad recollections of romance. This is a fave. Blessings.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 10/31/2023 2:17:00 PM

Your story was both romantic and said. I think using the word 'Judas' was perfect to describe someone who stolen one's love, a cherished love. I loved 'third rate picture show.'Truly brilliant Victor! Have a pleasant evening, Sara

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 10/31/2023 10:41:00 AM

so different from your usual writing. I enjoyed the imagery. Just was not sure i completely got the meaning.

The Situation

Date: 10/31/2023 10:35:00 AM

A very poetic way of thinking. That seems realistic to a point.

Joe Dimino

Date: 10/31/2023 9:40:00 AM

Very relatable, Victor. Well done! Sometimes scavenger, sometimes victim -- all part of the heart’s ever gaming hunt.

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 10/31/2023 8:37:00 AM

A beautiful poem.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 10/31/2023 6:26:00 AM

Yesterday I saw three crows flying with a hawk! What does that mean! Interesting!

Sotto Poet

Date: 10/31/2023 6:22:00 AM

Victor, I like how you use rhymes and eloquence to weave emotions and thoughts together. Your writing is excellent. Your lyrics' rhythmic flow brings pleasure, but the ending twist hits home. I see a melancholy undertone since we always remember special times and loved ones. Your romantic and sad story captures the deep loss of love.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 10/31/2023 5:20:00 AM

You had me bouncing with your rhymes in happy rhythm--but then the turn in the ending. I hear the call of memories--we never forget our loved one.

Ink Empress

Date: 10/31/2023 5:08:00 AM

Your way with weaving emotions and thoughts with rhymes and beautiful diction is very impressive! Well written and delivered. I especially love the ruby red rose stanza! Ah that hits strong! Blessings …

Maria Williams

Date: 10/31/2023 4:43:00 AM

A bit sad, but brilliantly written as always. Nice touch bringing in the bird of prey, do they kiss? Hugs dear friend

Maria Fernandez-Garcia

Date: 10/31/2023 4:38:00 AM

Victor, I have to Fav. this one. A fantastic romantic story, as well as sad because somebody stole your love from you. I really enjoyed this jewel. Have a great day. Blessings...!

Silent One

Date: 10/31/2023 4:30:00 AM

Oh Victor, excuse the pun, but you are such an old romantic.. this is heart breaking and so emotive... there is no pain like loss and love gone prematurely... nicely written..

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/31/2023 3:13:00 AM

- Life takes turns that we don't always understand... we lose and we win... a deep poem, Victor - hugs