Tarnished Reflections

If there were room in your heart for me,
Would things be moved around to see
Exactly where my place might be?

Would there be a rearrangement,
A test of sorts or period of commitment?
Could I replace your deep resentment?

There once was room in your heart for me,
Reflections of all the love you would need,
Tarnished reflections you now want freed.


March 30, 2018
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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B. Avatar
May 5, 2018 at 11:56 AM
Such an excellent poem, Susan.. Was a pleasure to read.. Your poem has really touched me, Susan.. All the best to you!!
Gentry Avatar
May 5, 2018 at 3:22 PM
Thank you, Robertina. Same to you.
Sands Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 7:04 AM
This fits the contest well and is well expressed. Great rhyming too :)
Gentry Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 5:22 PM
Thanks Heidi!
Dietrich Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 5:03 PM
I enjoyed seeing your interpretation of the theme, Susan. Your poem reflects the sad feelings of someone rejected.
Gentry Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 5:22 PM
Thanks for reading and commenting. I'm glad you enjoyed!
Lindley Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 1:31 PM
Love this truly poetic gem of romantic sorrows my friend. YOU HAVE CAPTURED THE DEPTHS AND SORROW SO WELL IN NINE VERSES THAT OBVIOUSLY COME FROM A TRUE POET'S HEART.. A fav..
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 4:41 PM
Why thank you, Robert! Such a nice comment. Very much appreciated.
Horsman Avatar
March 31, 2018 at 3:35 PM
this is so sad, yet captivating reading
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:26 AM
Thanks for reading and commenting.
Horne Avatar
March 31, 2018 at 2:37 PM
heartfelt write
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:25 AM
Thanks for reading and commenting!
Canerdy Avatar
March 31, 2018 at 12:50 PM
Oh, yes, hearts can change. Very moving, Susan! Janice
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:24 AM
Thanks Janice. Sweet of you to read and comment.
Gauthier Avatar
March 31, 2018 at 9:01 AM
Sweet poem, Susan. Touching.
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:24 AM
Thank you! I appreciate you took time to read and comment.
One Avatar
March 31, 2018 at 7:41 AM
An excellent entry for the contest which bleeds tarnished emotions...
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:22 AM
Thank you!
Turner Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 11:41 PM
Susan, IMO in order for a person to write a good poem on any subject first and foremost they must know something about it. I believe this poem comes from experience because it reads as if it has come from your heart. Great writing!
Gentry Avatar
April 1, 2018 at 11:22 AM
Ahhh thank you! I know we all experience emotional pain, some seem to 'handle' it better than others. Writing sure helps and knowing someone 'gets it' definitely helps too.
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