Michael Tor Poet Free verse

One Last Time

He thought of all the times he held
 her.
The promises he and she broke.
 He reached in his wallet to look
one last time.
 He thought of the time he gave
her in love.
 He was poor but his heart was
bigger than the ocean.
 He had a numbness in his heart 
because he had to let go of that 
wallet picture.
 His hand was shaking because he
knew he had to look at her one
more time.
 The memories of Niagara Falls,
holding her close, the smile she
had.
 But he knew in his heart he had
to let go.
 He looked at his beloved and he
tearfully wished her well.
 His hand was trembling and his
heart was in pieces.
 He went to the dumpster and 
it was full of trash.
 He didn't want her beauty with
the garbage.
 He went inside and got an 
envelope.
 He placed the photograph in 
the envelope.
 He than asked her to forgive
him, letting go of the photograph.
 It was finalized. He turned,
loosing a tear, and walked away.


 
 
11/26/2015

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CayCay Godwin December 3, 2015 at 10:23 PM I've done this!, searched for an appropriate receptacle for sentimental memorabilia such as pictures. I love how you broke down the emotion, humanized and individualized the feelings into an entertaining and moving read. Great write ... CayCay Michael Tor December 4, 2015 at 12:53 AM Thank you CayCay. It was difficult to write.

Cherl Dunn November 28, 2015 at 6:50 PM Dear Michael Wow what emotional content here my friend, the tenderness you express is just awesome, very inspirtional piece loved it completely, glad I came by tonight to read it, you have a wonderful weekend, and if you have a chance to stop by on my site check out a letter to abagail it's my favorite work for the christmas season so far, cheri Michael Tor November 28, 2015 at 8:38 PM Thank you Cheri for your kind comments I will check out your recent write Letter to Abigail. Hope you are well.

Tim Smith November 26, 2015 at 7:19 AM Very heartfelt piece my friend. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your crew. Michael Tor November 27, 2015 at 1:22 AM Thank you Tim enjoy your Thanksgiving. Thanks for the visit my friend.

Lin Lane November 26, 2015 at 6:46 AM oh Michael...how endearing that he couldn't put her picture in the trash without protecting it from being soiled. Michael Tor November 27, 2015 at 1:24 AM Hi Lin He must have cared so much for her.