Joseph May Poet Free verse

She Was Gone

He had planned to marry her,
 to consecrate his vows in holy matrimony
 But those delicate sentiments had been shattered
 by his own actions,  his awakening came too late,
 There was nothing left to mediate..

 He was in delirium after she departed,
  She laughed at his obtuse explanation 
 for why he cheated, slamming the door as she left
 it was over, finished, done!

 The wealth of blissful emotions that love provided
 Had been replaced with the indigent emotions of a broken heart
 His egregious actions left him saddened, 
 Hours later he stumbled out of a bar 
 Having drowned his sorrows in the abyss of his pain.

 8-20-19
 Eight Word Challenge 9 Contest
 Sponsor: John Hamilton

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John Hamilton September 12, 2019 at 10:42 AM Congrats Joseph on placing in my hard to judge contest. Enjoyed your write Joseph May September 13, 2019 at 9:07 AM Thank you for my placement John..

Lin Lane September 12, 2019 at 5:02 AM Such deep sorrow in your lines, Joseph. I appreciated every word. I hope my visit finds you well and happy.

Brenda Chiri September 12, 2019 at 1:04 AM Beautiful with a sadness! Congrats on your placement in the contest Joseph a well deserved win!;)

Ann Foster September 8, 2019 at 1:39 PM there is no saloon built deep enough beneath the waves of regret, to ever drown out her echo... Loved your poem. Ann

Gry Christensen August 30, 2019 at 10:23 PM I can relate to this. It really hits home. But it was good to read, like my own emotions are set free somehow. Beautifully penned.

Joseph May August 26, 2019 at 8:27 PM Thanks to all who have or will comment on this poem...I appreciate your support..

Mystic Rose Rose August 26, 2019 at 4:53 PM So many marriages come to an end after a disloyal affair, sometimes the heart just can't mend, well done dear poet, winning wishes are being sent your way Joseph, gl, and God bless.

CayCay Godwin August 26, 2019 at 1:36 AM Sounds like your main character was clueless about infidelity vs commitment! I see a future full of bars should he fail to learn. I don't know the words demanded for the contest but you told a complete story, painted an entire scene in my mind. Good luck in the contest and all else. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Ralph Sergi August 25, 2019 at 4:57 PM Hi Joseph: I entered this contest as well and especially loved the way you conjured up a sad story in poetry. I'm also a little envious.

Andrea Dietrich August 21, 2019 at 2:46 PM I find it very difficult to fathom how to do free verse out of words like this. Anyway, I love the concise way you used the eight words to tell this story.

Nette Onclaud August 21, 2019 at 12:51 PM ohh, darkly beautiful, joseph...i hardly noticed the words needed to churn this poem!... huggs

Richard Lamoureux August 21, 2019 at 10:01 AM You used your eight words well. Sadly there is no cure for stupid. He got what he deserved.

Heidi Sands August 21, 2019 at 7:21 AM You came up with a sad, realistic story with the words for the contest. Well done Joseph :)

Silent One August 21, 2019 at 2:12 AM A very different take on the contest, nice use of the words... nothing like a broken heart..

Brandy Nicole August 20, 2019 at 10:36 PM Many moments and emotions tangle around your words. The sad truth is, this happens more than it should- in reality. I wish it weren't so. This is so beautifully written and presented. ~ Brandy

Brenda Chiri August 20, 2019 at 6:19 PM So sad yet you write it in such beauty!;)

Vijay Pandit August 20, 2019 at 3:05 PM Realities of life when things go wrong..you captured the heartbreak of love lost well..many can relate to your poem. Words blended well to form a cohesive story..well done, Joseph..best for a win.

Jennifer Proxenos August 20, 2019 at 1:35 PM In retrospect or in hindsight we all would have done differently in certain situations in life, but whatever is said or done can never be retracted. Great write Joseph - best of luck. Hugs, Jennifer.