The Other Man

I look at her in wonder.
Does she see through my disguise?
Will she ever know the depth in me...
That I'm not like other guys.

That I'm not a dime a dozen.
I'm not Tom, Dick, or Harry.
I'm the man who never hurt you,
and yet their burdens, I have to carry.

Will she ever ascertain the truth?
Whilst enfolded on the floor.
Does she know this man is weeping,
behind the bedroom door.

I have to prove it all to her.
For her, I'll endure it till the end.
I will softly hold her heart in hand,
and gently, I shall mend.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Fraser Avatar
May 9, 2010 at 6:47 AM
Amy, this is a terrific poem, The feelings in your words are tremendous. Many congratulations on your win in Nathan's fine contest >> James
Green Avatar
May 8, 2010 at 6:20 PM
This was really great and explains perfectly some of the stuff a man has to go through to be with a woman who has been hurt. Really liked this a lot.
Lusha Avatar
May 3, 2010 at 12:51 PM
Wow this is a great write, yes the baggage some of us carry from failed relationships. I guess that the next guy has to wade through to gain trust and love completely...Allie...
Mehta Avatar
May 2, 2010 at 6:52 PM
Very passionate poem on love
Budd Avatar
May 2, 2010 at 5:20 PM
Beautiful. I really like this. Love the way you told it. Painted an easily relateable story. Enjoyed. :)
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May 2, 2010 at 12:11 PM
a great side of you, shell fold for you,..p.d.
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