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Tears On the Wind

The wind, it blew the thought of you, And it's blowing farther yet-- The love we knew, was sadly through, But I needed to forget. Tears on the wind, like wintertime, Did beat upon my door-- But cleansed the grief and brought relief Till my troubles were no more. For years I cried; sometimes inside With depression as a friend-- No dignity; no sense of pride, Till my crying reached an end. Then finally the weather changed As the wind swept swiftly by-- And so my life was rearranged, And since I rarely cry. For the wind blew as the springtime, A most welcome sight to see-- My poems found again their rhyme Just as I serenity. Since then I've found my precious smile, And the view's no longer bleak-- For our tears are prayers to heaven... When we're just too sad, to speak! Tears On The Wind Contest Sponsor: Gail Angel Doyle 05/20/14 Mel

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Julie Clark

Date: 6/30/2014 9:10:00 AM

very true we cannot tell what way things will go all we can do is learn by the bad ones and rejoice in the good ones

Mel Merrill
Date: 7/3/2014 12:34:00 AM

Hey, it just hit me. That was rather poetic reply...maybe a poem will emerge, the Muse willing :)

Mel Merrill
Date: 7/3/2014 12:29:00 AM

I guess so. I still have my sad days--don't we all, but through the veil of clouds, I recall there is a sun!

Julie Clark

Date: 6/29/2014 12:49:00 AM

wow so beautiful love the rhyming glad it had a happy ending though

Mel Merrill
Date: 6/29/2014 3:01:00 AM

Thank you Julie. Good to hear from you. This one did have a happy ending, but others don't. Guess it depends on the day, or theme. Poets! What can you do lol

Lena Emp

Date: 5/31/2014 1:12:00 AM

This is sad and melodious at the same time. I love how everything turns fine at the end. As the wind blows away our sadness, bring a refreshing feeling, a new hope, a new horizon. Lovely poem. Great Pen.

Mel Merrill
Date: 5/31/2014 3:55:00 AM

Hi Iena, and thank you for reading this and for commenting on it. Your input means a lot. I'm pleased it spoke to you, and that you liked it. I hope you'll visit again soon...Hugs...Mel :)

Casarah Nance

Date: 5/26/2014 6:50:00 AM

Refreshingly sad and healing. Good to see a man who is okay with crying :-P it soothes the soul, I loved this poem, as always, I love your style. I hope the judge does too because this is a winner. xxx

Mel Merrill
Date: 5/31/2014 3:58:00 AM

Kind of you as always. Who knows how it will be judged, but if one person likes it, then I guess the write was worthwhile. Cute avatar...glad you changed it--she's adorable :)

Ana Espinola Collins

Date: 5/25/2014 7:05:00 PM

That was so beautifully written...I loved it! :)Ana

Mel Merrill
Date: 5/26/2014 12:15:00 AM

Hi Ana. I'll bet you say that to all the guys lol I really do appreciate your visit and comment :) :)...xxx...Mel :)

Mustapha Mohammed

Date: 5/25/2014 7:01:00 PM

Hi Mel, I just thought I would stop by to peruse your work today. Loved the energy, imagery and impeccable flow I felt in this one. I don't mind the melancholic emotions that exudes from your pen because I have written quite a number of them well. A lilting air of romance, well crafted! Regards..

Mel Merrill
Date: 5/26/2014 12:18:00 AM

Thank you, Mustapha. Guess I'll always be trying to capture the lilting air of romance...it's in my blood. Thanks for the visit and critique...Peace...Mel :)

Jan Allison

Date: 5/24/2014 12:19:00 PM

beautifully sad poem Mel this will do really well. Hope there are some rays of sunshine in your life now Mel. Hugs as ever my dear friend. Your Iron Woman xxx

Jan Allison
Date: 5/26/2014 12:24:00 AM

Mel I so need a hug atm will mail you my friend. Hugs Jan xxx

Mel Merrill
Date: 5/26/2014 12:22:00 AM

I'm not as sad as I make out, but I do have my moments. I wish I had someone I could put my arms around :) One of these days, perhaps. Good to hear from you, Jan, and I'll be dropping by your page tonight or tomorrow. Luv...xxx...Mel :)