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The Eastern Gate Ii

He’d returned on an impulse to the city Slipped through that Eastern Gateway Consciously retraced those steps Of that years earlier leaving day. Mingled with the market crowds He felt his eyes slowly range Across each familiar feature, Noting every single change. He watched her from a distance Three children at her side; Watched her across a narrow street Just a million mile wide. He sent a stream of air kisses Each to its appointed place On the coveted beauty Of that so familiar face. A new world was calling At Galaxy’s other side And tomorrow he started That adventurous long ride. One last long loving look To imprint her in his mind Now a more mature beauty On which years had been kind . Back at the Eastern Gate, Mission fulfilled and content, One last long look at his city Then into the future he went.

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Date: 4/12/2023 7:20:00 PM
Seems awfully sad to me, Terry. Returning to find a love that has moved on.
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Terry Ireland
Date: 4/13/2023 12:32:00 AM
Unrequited love Daniel. Thanks
Date: 4/12/2023 9:07:00 AM
a very touching poem, terry! you've captured that wistful feeling so well...
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Terry Ireland
Date: 4/13/2023 12:31:00 AM
Thanks ilene

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