Promise Unkept

P eople hurt others with their unkept promises.
R ain of tears from the hurt.
O ver and over you say the same thing.
M e and you never again.
I have forgiven many times.
S ee it all starts again.
E nough is enough of unkept promises.
 

Date Written: 6/2/2020

3 Place  The Promise Contest Judged:6/6/2020 Sponsored by: Silent One
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Mishra Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 1:31 PM
Your words reflect truth and honesty Paula. I wish all promises were kept in life. Congratulations on your win
Goldsmith Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 2:05 PM
Thank You, for your note, kind words and congratulations. It was an honor to win. Enjoy your day.................
One Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 7:42 AM
Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Goldsmith Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 12:02 PM
Thank You, for your note. It is an honor to be a winner. Thank You, and enjoy your day...........
Johnson-Saunders Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 7:21 PM
Wise words, Paula, but some people never learn...hugs, Rhonda xx
Goldsmith Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 1:14 PM
Thanks for your note. You are so right, some people never learn. Have a wonderful day with hugs.............
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