Silent One Poet Rhyme

Notes About The Poem

Sometimes We Don'T Get a Chance To Say Goodbye

sometimes
we don't get a chance
to say goodbye

you sit there
tears in your eyes
wondering why

and

it don't make sense
to be strong
because it stings

you can't explain
the pain each
memory brings

and

the guilt
of stupidity
leads to regret

images
in your mind
mean you can't forget

sadly

stubborn to reach out
means feelings 
are not heard

spite leads to
unanswered questions
no last word

and

its not them
knocking at the door
they can't call

there is no point
saying sorry
to the wall

because

sometimes
we don't get a chance
to say goodbye

you sit there
tears in your eyes
wondering why

Simple Musings
Silent One
18 September 2017

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

1 2

Clifford Villalon November 26, 2023 at 11:44 PM It's my pleasure reading one of your many poems. :) You mentioned in your comeback poem that you were here on this site before and has been writing for quite sometime. I acknowledge your presence here, Silent One. I also acknowledge everyone's participation, only that I don't know everybody here. :) I'm just new on poetrysoup when I wrote my first poem sometime in September of last year. I'm honored to meet you today! You don't have to reply, if you don't find it necessary. Hi to Everyone! :) Silent One November 27, 2023 at 1:19 AM Thank you and welcome.. What is bizarre is I was just reading this poem yesterday. You seem very proficient with your poetry.

Juli Freda November 29, 2020 at 4:40 AM I have regrets about not being able to say goodbye, well written, well said.

Regina Mcintosh October 6, 2019 at 8:52 PM This is another gem and rings true. Sometimes we don't get the chance to say goodbye and that's just a part of life. A sad part. There won't be any "goodbyes" in heaven you know! Love and prayers for you, Gina

Juliet Minayo February 28, 2018 at 3:46 AM Wow it really touch me. I this made me remember the friend i never said nor he didn't say sorry/goodbye too. And still wishing and hoping that we can meet say our last words. Nice writing i loved it

Suzanne C. Goudreau November 19, 2017 at 11:43 PM Wow such a moving read. It doesn't make sense to be strong because it stings...touched by true emotions. Stubborn to reach out...ah so very true. A very brilliant and inspiring read. I' ve lived these moments...sorry to the wall. You deliver cleverly and the emotions pour down the page. Gripping!

Judith S November 2, 2017 at 11:06 AM God this is beautiful!!!

Red Fiery October 22, 2017 at 1:47 PM I have lived in these moments where I never said goodbye or I just walked out without telling the person that I won't return ...I guess , we are strangers at times . Your words are very loud and clear even though your name is' silent one '..and I am glad that you're here ..hugs ~red

Hannah Borke October 18, 2017 at 3:18 PM So that it doesn't happen, it's good to always view the people around you with the awareness of how fragile their existences are.

Marilyn Williams September 28, 2017 at 12:42 AM As usual you come up with the best for the POTW, Congrats.

Janis Medders Tobechi September 27, 2017 at 8:17 PM I really enjoy reading this SO. It is so true, you can't talk to the wall so you need to say it while you can. Very excellent write. Congratulations.

Carole Duet September 25, 2017 at 7:13 PM Back to say congrats on POTW for this fine poem.

Robert Lindley September 25, 2017 at 6:44 PM Just now found this exceptional beauty my friend. Such a great description. One can feel the depths of sorrow and the harsh reality.. A fav my friend.. Congrats on POTW..

Old Buck September 25, 2017 at 9:41 AM Silent One: This is another of your works that will affect any that enter in. I just can't seem to add that depth to what I do. I'm so pleased to read those that can. Thanks for sharing with all of us on the soup. oldbuck

Maria Williams September 25, 2017 at 2:13 AM Congrats on POTW Si, so well deserved on a brilliant write....Maria

John Fleming September 24, 2017 at 6:04 PM Congrats on POTW, Silent One...much truth to be gleaned here. My very best regards! :) john

Chris Hagy September 24, 2017 at 2:22 PM Great Write Silent.I guess in some way I feel like I never said goodbye to my dad...I was only 3 when he was killed in a car accident, so I don't really remember it, or him. It's all good though, I know I will see him again :) Have good week :)

Sunlite Wanter September 24, 2017 at 9:50 AM This one hits home, SO. Congratulations!

Carole Duet September 21, 2017 at 4:10 PM This poem is so emotional and really tugs my heart-strings. I never got to say good=bye to someone too. But, I know their spirit lives and knows how much I loved him and I'm sure it's true for you too. Hugsss.........

Tahira Parveen September 21, 2017 at 3:14 PM Sad but true, many left only wondering if only". Good write, silent one:)

Anne-Lise Andresen September 20, 2017 at 12:31 PM - You are completely right in these lines, S.O. - many who are left with a bad conscience - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Michael Tor September 20, 2017 at 10:04 AM So true and real. Heartfelt when reading, thinking of my own personal experiences with this subject. Wonderfully written Silent One.

Anisha Dutta September 20, 2017 at 7:34 AM Why does separation come? So hard do bear. Even if you say Good Bye, grief is no less. Best Wishes to you always

Matthew Anish September 19, 2017 at 8:43 PM Yes, we wonder why people leave our lives. I have lost touch with people I didn't want to lose touch with. Tears may be the result of such losses - as you point out in this work. Best Matthew Anish

Pete Yuhas September 19, 2017 at 6:43 PM I think that has happened to a lot of people Silent One, a good write for many reasons. Thanks for sharing.

Maurice Rigoler September 19, 2017 at 4:43 PM Much truth to your poem, Silent One. Is it based on personal experience? As for my poem, what bars do men (or women) go to for meditative purposes? I know of none. What I like about humorous verse is that it doesn't have to be true to life to get a laugh. Best to you. / M Silent One September 19, 2017 at 4:44 PM It is not a personal poem.. I believe there are bars in Amsterdam, or cafes, should I say that people go to for such things..

1 2