Carolyn Devonshire Poet Quatrain

The Day She Left

He's staring again, standing by his balcony door
The way he did each morning, even when I was there
Writhing in pain after my heart from my chest he tore
And as I walk away, my heart on my sleeve I wear

The emotional abuse was unconscionable
Yet for years I clung to hope he'd appreciate me
But his anger just grew, attacks became physical
Till I'd had enough and desired only to be free

My clothing, my perfume, many things remain behind
I'm standing now an I'm finally walking away
Wondering why for far too long I chose to stay blind
Proud I had the strength to leave, I greet a new spring day

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Dr Hitendra Mehta March 1, 2011 at 10:48 PM Many congrats Carolyn in Drakes contest with this maginative write my friend. Luv & best wishes - Hitendra Mehta

Nette Onclaud March 1, 2011 at 6:22 AM an empowering write that hisses, carols! best cheers for a stunning win! :) huggs, nette

Dr.Ram Mehta February 28, 2011 at 12:46 PM Congratulations on the HM win in the contest of Drake, Carolyn

John Freeman February 28, 2011 at 12:27 PM Beautiful job Carolyn. Good to see you honored again. Congratulations on your worthy poem's honored success in Drake's inspiring contest. Agape, Moses

Carol Sunshine Brown February 28, 2011 at 12:13 PM Congratulations on your win in Drake's contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

Roger Page June 6, 2010 at 10:15 PM I hope this is in your imagination and not a life experince, You write best when you write of love. Love it, Love Roger x

Jimmy Anderson May 12, 2010 at 4:23 PM Hey Carolyn, nice write...I'm always a fan...hugs, Jimmy

Carol Sunshine Brown May 3, 2010 at 11:30 AM Congratulations on your win in Iolanda's "Untold Secrets" contest Carolyn. Love, Carol

James Fraser May 2, 2010 at 6:37 AM This poem will relate to so many out there, powerful write to be free. Another wonderful piece by you Carolyn >> James

Andrea Dietrich May 1, 2010 at 11:18 PM Congratulations, I really did enjoy this one alot. Yes, Chrystal is the one I want to win on Idol too, followed by the one guy, geez, I don't even remember his name now, the one that is most popular with the judges. Russel is funny , you have to admit. Just like happned last time, if he gets to the end, nobody will vote for him becuase people cantt forgive such crap. haha LUv, andrea ps then watch him cry like a baby on tv like he did last time too! can you belive his flirting and he's married?

Barbara Gorelick May 1, 2010 at 7:18 PM I know..you know I know. Congrats my dear. LOve you. LNC

Joyce Johnson May 1, 2010 at 5:39 PM Congratulations Carolyn. This is an interesting change from the other poems in the story concept. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce

Linda-Marie Sweetheart May 1, 2010 at 5:04 PM Congrats Carolyn on your HM in Iolanda's contest with this lovely Quatrain .. a perfect piece for the photo...enjoy your special victory ..luv.. from the "Sweetheart"

John Trusty May 1, 2010 at 4:23 AM Carolyn, I forgot to tell you I used your/this title in a Narrative called "NARRATIVE from POEM TITLES" Thanks for your kind comment on my Haiku. JT

John Trusty April 30, 2010 at 12:21 PM Carolyn, you knocked this one out of the park. I LOv'd it. JT

Andrea Dietrich April 30, 2010 at 8:51 AM Gosh, this is really good. I recall wanting to do this picture and when I went to see it one day, it was taken down!! You sure did great and I know it's gotta be in the winner circle.LUv, andrea

Constance La France April 30, 2010 at 12:53 AM Great interpretation of the painting and of real life... it takes great strength to walk away.. into the unknown.. best of luck in the contest.. love constnace

Edward Orozco April 29, 2010 at 3:05 PM wow powerful piece good write! i just saw ur pic on ur blog, you look good just like i imagined you hehehe =) edward

Lynette Chachere April 29, 2010 at 2:36 PM Scary for you, that stare you speak of.you word it so well i can see it.things like this, it's always so sad, and can be very deep.you're such a strong woman, one day you just knew you would have to leave, no matter what he may have tried to do, and finally. .you did.some women aren't aware that the trouble will grow in time if they don't leave soon enough, because it gets harder to leave. it can be so dangerous. .i think i have to favorite this one. -Always&Forever Lynette

James Peranteau April 29, 2010 at 10:18 AM Great take on the painting Carolyn....I just love your take on it ! james

Kabuteng P.Ink K. April 29, 2010 at 8:41 AM Hi Carolyn :) Your take on the challenge is indeed very inspiring especially for those who've been abused--I wish you the best in the contest :)

Gert W. Knop April 29, 2010 at 5:07 AM Dear Carolyn, well done and keep your spirit high! Danke für die Kommentare. Have a nice time ahead...Love, Gert

Charmaine Chircop April 28, 2010 at 10:32 PM going to my favs..Charma

Charmaine Chircop April 28, 2010 at 10:31 PM If all Women had that courage to leave from a situation like this dear Carolyn,Many Women can pass from this kind of abuse,if not pysically mentally,and some do leave all behind,just to hug their freedom,I guess its worth it in the end,,moving poem,touching indeed,and Carolyn,be here,you are one of my friends and fav poets,dont let us miss you:)..Charma

Joe Flach April 28, 2010 at 8:17 AM WOW! Interesting how the same picture can result in a variety of points of view on the possible story it tells. Very good. Aren't imaginations wonderful things?

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