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Love isn't always a blessing

Once Lovers Now Strangers Of The Heart

Have you ever loved someone so deeply 
And so completely
That you forget about yourself
Your world revolves around them
And can't think of anything else 
Do you think they're the only one
Who understands you like no one ever could
Have a  special kind of love that only you know
In your heart, soul body and in your blood
Did you ever give so much
But feel it was still not good enough
And when things get bad you lose that loving touch
Why does love hurt so bad when it shouldn't hurt at all 
Suddenly you find yourself aboard  a sinking ship
And feel pushed to the edge, and about to fall
When your love was built by faith trust and friendship
Is now meaningless and you wonder if they lied
It's such a bitter pill to take
When you realise you were never loved at all although you tried
Communication breakdown pushes you both further away
Becoming strangers of the heart
And the home you built together
Is now an empty place and rips your heart apart.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Bowring Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 1:33 PM
This is a well written and reflective read Pete. It will resonate with many. The line, ‘ Why does love hurt so bad when it shouldn’t hurt at all’ especially stood out to me. A poignant verse. Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you for better health.
Dome Avatar
March 22, 2024 at 1:53 PM
Bless you, Christina. Hope you are well so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much. Heartfelt best wishes. Take care. Pete. P. S. Loved your poem about time. Excellent
Puddifoot Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 3:40 PM
yes, so difficult when this happens, i've experienced similar, as i know you have too..you're on a writing roll at the mo!
Dome Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 6:31 PM
I'm so sorry it happened to you too. I lived with someone for a while years ago. I'm not saying I'm anything special But I had a girlfriend who was besotted with me. But I wasn't with her. We travelled to some great places and had some really good times. But she lied to me too many times.when drunk. It was hard to let go.but what was the point?. Strange, I didn't love her so, much.as she did me, but I still care for her, like all my girlfriends. I worry she's not still around, and have been thinking lately is she alright. Thank you.Take care Pete. :
Dome Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 11:26 AM
So true my friend. It takes two, like the song. Terrible when kids are involved, or money problems get in the way. To me, having a strong friendship as a foundation is a Very oood place to start, like another song. Thank you so much, take care, Pete.
Fowler Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 8:16 AM
Hmmm. Breakups are often difficult. The "what ifs", "if onlys", and shoulda-coulda-wouldas, are not helpful. If you gave your best, you did good. :)
Dome Avatar
March 12, 2024 at 2:41 PM
So true. I've had many. Thank you so much. Take care, Pete.
Kaufman Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 8:15 AM
Hi Peter, Enjoyed this poem of love lost. Yes, I personally have experienced similar deep betrayals of the heart and at the same time betrayal of systems designed to protect. It's a lot to overcome and I hope you seek out counseling if this is based on an actual current experience for you.
Dome Avatar
March 11, 2024 at 11:31 AM
Hi Nancy. You're so sweet. I have been through similar things, but I have bigger problems now with my health. It does take two for a relationship to work and really mean it. Forgiveness,give and take mostly take. Sorry to hear of your experience thank you so much. Take care, and thanks for the advice.Pete.
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