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Set Things Right

Betrayal devastates your heart; yet he swears he is not at fault. And when the truth refutes his lies, all future plans grind to a halt. Anger and sadness sever love; cutting bonds that trust created. And replaced with indifference; Hope dies, leaving you frustrated. His lies are peppered with half-truths; compounding the depth of your hurt. And he swears he's done nothing wrong, for it was an innocent flirt. Treating you like a simpleton, he switches on his boyish charm. And refuses to admit fault, swearing he'd never cause you harm. Denying what your friends tell you, he always has an alibi. And you cry inside, for you know it's time for you to say goodbye. As you abandon hopes and dreams, fantasies no longer take flight. And tending to your broken heart, you count on time to set things right.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 5/23/2018 1:49:00 PM
A heartbreaking time to let go. Well done, Emile.
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Date: 5/24/2018 7:02:00 AM
Thanks Line, I appreciate your comments and support my friend, Emile.
Date: 4/5/2017 12:06:00 PM
Hi Emile, I could definitely relate to these words at one point in my life. You expressed this type of situation very well. Good quatrain-Alexis
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Date: 4/5/2017 4:28:00 PM
Thank you Alexis, for taking the time and care to give me this truly wonderful review, Emile.
Date: 4/4/2017 10:42:00 PM
A bitter truth... But you beautifully described it... Lovely quatrain... Thanks for sharing....A big 7...
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Date: 4/5/2017 4:30:00 PM
Thank you very much Supraja, your kind words are very appreciated. Emile
Date: 4/4/2017 10:12:00 AM
Must be really sad to be facing such a situation, well written, Emile:)
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Date: 4/5/2017 4:31:00 PM
Thanks Joe, your comments are appreciated. Emile.
Date: 4/4/2017 8:59:00 AM
Truth be told betrayal by a mate is probably one of the most difficult things a person may have to go through in life, well said Emile, I always enjoy your thoughtful verses.
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Date: 4/5/2017 4:26:00 PM
Thanks John, you know how to create a smile, Emile.
Date: 4/4/2017 8:13:00 AM
This is a sad tale experience by many. Well told my friend.
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Emile Pinet
Date: 4/4/2017 8:25:00 AM
Thanks Richard, your support is appreciated, Emile.

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