Together We Are Strong

Yes, life is tough! 

I know there are struggles in life that we all go through. 
Sometimes we secretly hide them away, 
some for fear and others just because 
they have no one who cares for them. 

But you my dear, 
I know you do not ask for much,
but I see sadness in your beautiful eyes. 
I can feel your heartache 
and those tears leaving trails down your cheeks. 
You may not realise it, 
but your pain becomes mine... 
I ache for you too! 

I'm here for you always. 
Let me hold you awhile! 
I want to wipe your tears away,
place the brightest star in your heart. 

If pain can be transferred, 
I would gladly take them from you, 
carry the burden for you. 

You are so dear to me, 
I love you with all my heart. 
You know I'll do anything for you, 
I'll drive many miles to get you -
~ anytime ~ anywhere. 

So head up baby! 
Quit sitting still and letting sadness seep 
its way deep into your heart and soul. 

Come rest your head on my shoulder, 
I will hold you close, 
promise to never let go. 
Dry those tears and let's start a new day. 

Together we are strong

For contest: Togetger we are strong 
Sponsor: Silent One

 3-14-18

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018



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Date: 11/15/2020 12:23:00 AM
"your pain becomes mine... " This is so appropriately penned! Bravo!
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Date: 11/14/2020 4:09:00 AM
Wonderful. we all need someone to be there for is. sadly I have no one, but I love the feel and content of this one. a classic. Hope you won.
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Date: 11/12/2020 7:36:00 PM
A beautiful poem, Akkina. Your love is strong :)
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Date: 11/6/2020 7:30:00 PM
I am seeing this one has made "best poem" on your list of poetry, Akkina. It's a lovely one for the title of your best.
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Date: 5/28/2018 8:36:00 AM
Reread this....still amazing and heartfelt. Encouraging and uplifting wow
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Date: 5/17/2018 10:27:00 PM
My, what a wonderful write Akkina, with someone who cares so much I would no longer have a reason to be sad (it would ruin my poems, though ; ).
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Date: 4/10/2018 7:41:00 PM
Uplifting, inspiring poem, Akkina.
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/11/2018 8:04:00 AM
Awe, thank you so much for this lovely visit Agnes... Hugs :)
Date: 4/9/2018 9:19:00 AM
Wondrously beautiful and inspiring poem my friend. Love, passion ,bonding and unity is strength. Your verses sing golden and are a blessing to the reader! A fav..
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/9/2018 1:55:00 PM
Rob, thank you so much! Hugs :)
Date: 4/5/2018 9:28:00 AM
Hugs back and thanks for your morning visit.
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Date: 4/4/2018 1:51:00 PM
Such strength in this couple. A beautiful collab Kina!
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/4/2018 5:48:00 PM
Thank you so much my dear friend... Hugs :)
Date: 4/4/2018 9:28:00 AM
You said it well! Thanks for these words.
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/4/2018 5:48:00 PM
Hey Richard, thank you for this lovely visit and comment... hugs :)
Date: 4/3/2018 2:43:00 AM
This is beautiful.... now I know why everybody are congratulating you for the win....
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/3/2018 5:16:00 PM
Thank you so much Pashang... Hugs :)
Date: 4/2/2018 4:54:00 PM
Congratulations for number 2 on the best new poems list Akkina :)
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/2/2018 10:16:00 PM
Awe thank you so much... it's such an honor! Hugs :)
Date: 4/2/2018 10:14:00 AM
Lovely poem Akkina!!! Very uplifting!!! Love, Happy Jack XOX
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Akkina Downing
Date: 4/2/2018 10:16:00 PM
Thank you Jack! Hugs :)
Date: 3/30/2018 8:28:00 AM
I was able to feel the emotion. It was as if I was walking this road with you. Thank you for sharing.
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Date: 3/30/2018 12:47:00 PM
Thank you so much Cassandra... hugs :)
Date: 3/29/2018 1:39:00 PM
- Congratulations on your 3rd place on the "Best New Poems" list, Akkina :) - Enjoy Easter :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 3/29/2018 2:08:00 PM
Thank soooo much Anne... hugs :)
Date: 3/29/2018 3:09:00 AM
Great heart Akkina;-)
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Akkina Downing
Date: 3/29/2018 1:40:00 PM
Thank you Keith... Hugs :)
Date: 3/28/2018 11:57:00 PM
Beautiful poem. This was uplifting and empathetic. This cheered me up and touched my heart. Thanks for sharing!! ^_^-JWE
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Date: 3/29/2018 2:08:00 PM
Thank you so much, JW... Hugs :)
Date: 3/28/2018 6:51:00 AM
Tears ;) so beautiful <3
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Date: 3/28/2018 6:54:00 PM
Thank you so much, Yazmin... hugs :)
Date: 3/28/2018 1:01:00 AM
I was going to say this is a first place winner, then I read the other comments, and it is one indeed. It's marvelous Akkina. Your pain becomes mine, and I'll place the brightest star in your heart express love so amazingly well! Kudos!
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Date: 3/28/2018 6:49:00 PM
Thank you so much, Caren... hugs :)
Date: 3/27/2018 5:05:00 PM
Awesome write , congratulations on your win, Akkina, enjoyed reading .. Have a nice Easter weekend :) Hugs eve
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Date: 3/27/2018 6:44:00 PM
Thank you so much Eve, and happy Easter to you too... Hugs :)
Date: 3/26/2018 8:52:00 PM
Congratulations on your first place win Akkina; a beautiful heartwarming write!~Che :)
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Date: 3/27/2018 6:43:00 PM
Thank you so much Cherl.. hugs :)
Date: 3/26/2018 7:10:00 AM
Beautiful and uplifting poem my friend, Akkina, It deserves all honors!
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Date: 3/26/2018 1:56:00 PM
Thank you so much Demetrios... Hugs :)
Date: 3/26/2018 2:01:00 AM
Excellent verses my friend. Pleasure to read it. Very well deserved POTD
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Date: 3/26/2018 1:55:00 PM
Thank you so much Ravi...hugs :)
Date: 3/25/2018 6:46:00 AM
Congrats Akkina for reaching #3 spot on best new poem list..soon to reach the top spot! Delighted to see you up there!!
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Akkina Downing
Date: 3/25/2018 8:15:00 AM
Oh how sweet! I didn't even know but thank you so much for letting me know... Hugs :)
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