Preferential Love

He uttered the words, “I love you”
She felt desirable 
The signs that he really loved her,
Were practically non existent

That prompted her to take a step back,
To walk away, looking back were not an option
Realizing that loving someone starts at home
Every day she loved herself more 
Admitting that love for yourself
Was never a choice, 
It’s a necessity to walk this road…

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010



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Date: 9/8/2013 3:06:00 PM
I enjoyed this one, Wilma. Had to look hard for one!!! WE have gone way back to 2010 together, same as with Nikko!!
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Date: 10/3/2010 9:13:00 PM
great poetry!
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Date: 10/3/2010 9:07:00 AM
Well done, Wilma! Sometimes it is wise not to look back! All die beste and enjoy your week!...Tc....Gert:)
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Date: 10/3/2010 7:05:00 AM
Wise person to realize that this wasn't real before it was too late..Glad that I chose this one to read this morning..Sara
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Date: 10/2/2010 8:45:00 AM
Very profound write, great message.. Its 1145am here and a nice way to start my afternoon, dinner time for you love at 545pm..Thanks for sharing your wonderful with us today..xoox Michael
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