Risk Love

When one loves
one risks love lost
The risk with hope
disappointment
The risk of trying 
finding failure
If one risks nothing
where is the love
If one risks nothing
where is the hope
If one risks nothing
where is the success
If one risks nothing
where are the lessons

Edward J. Ebbs - October 27, 2018
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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December 22, 2018 at 10:37 AM
This is beautiful with the exhibition of the zenith of poetic craft.I love the passion, expressions and beautiful lines... Merry christmas and a wonderful 2019.
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