Today I Saw a Teardrop

Today I saw a teardrop 
Just resting on my sleeve
He said his name was "Heartache"
And he came to watch me grieve

He showed me many horrible things
This drop of liquid pain
I tried to wipe this tear away
But it turned into a stain

The stain said, "Look a little closer,
And tell me what you see"
The more I looked the more I tried
To rid this stain from me

Another tear ran down my face
And was sitting on my cheek
My sleeve again wiped it away
Then he started to speak

He said his name was "Past Regrets"
"And the things you see are true"
But as I peered inside this tear
All I could see was You
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Taylor Avatar
June 13, 2011 at 9:09 PM
First class piece, my friend. Outstanding. Enjoyed. Great job. Best to you and yours. Ralph
Mantle Avatar
June 13, 2011 at 10:12 AM
I love this piece Larry. Such a great take on a teardrop. Great expression used, i think this has to go on my favorites list. Best wishes Em :)
Gorelick Avatar
June 13, 2011 at 9:42 AM
A beauty Larry...love it. Made me teary...BG
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