Notes About The Poem

The gap between love and true love

When love is good,
it's really great.

Unfortunately for most
when the sparkle fades,
they don't know how to fix it.

Seems easier for many
to clear the slate and 
go for instant gratification
of finding someone new.

They're addicted to 
easy pickings and
the high of novelty.

The other side of that coin
is they are cursed to never
experience the depth
of true and lasting love.


AP: 3rd place 2026, Honorable Mention 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Fleming Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 12:33 AM
You are so right, Line. People want instant fixes these days. Best regards! :) john
Gauthier Avatar
August 3, 2025 at 4:52 AM
The real thing is worth the effort ~
Etgen-Baker Avatar
August 2, 2025 at 4:12 AM
truth in your words. The cycle of shallow, disposal relationships is destructive. I feel for folks like that. Succinct poetry.
Gauthier Avatar
August 2, 2025 at 5:32 AM
absolutely ~ thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Sara
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