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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Krutsinger Avatar
November 15, 2020 at 12:23 AM
"your pain becomes mine... " This is so appropriately penned! Bravo!
Dome Avatar
November 14, 2020 at 4:09 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.
Crabtree Avatar
November 12, 2020 at 7:36 PM
A beautiful poem, Akkina. Your love is strong :)
Dietrich Avatar
November 6, 2020 at 7:30 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.
Breidenthal Avatar
May 28, 2018 at 8:36 AM
Reread this....still amazing and heartfelt. Encouraging and uplifting wow
Inman Avatar
May 17, 2018 at 10:27 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 ; ).
Krampe Avatar
April 10, 2018 at 7:41 PM
Uplifting, inspiring poem, Akkina.
Downing  Avatar
April 11, 2018 at 8:04 AM
Awe, thank you so much for this lovely visit Agnes... Hugs :)
Lindley Avatar
April 9, 2018 at 9:19 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..
Downing  Avatar
April 9, 2018 at 1:55 PM
Rob, thank you so much! Hugs :)
Lamoureux Avatar
April 5, 2018 at 9:28 AM
Hugs back and thanks for your morning visit.
Thomas Avatar
April 4, 2018 at 1:51 PM
Such strength in this couple. A beautiful collab Kina!
Downing  Avatar
April 4, 2018 at 5:48 PM
Thank you so much my dear friend... Hugs :)
Lamoureux Avatar
April 4, 2018 at 9:28 AM
You said it well! Thanks for these words.
Downing  Avatar
April 4, 2018 at 5:48 PM
Hey Richard, thank you for this lovely visit and comment... hugs :)
Salehi Avatar
April 3, 2018 at 2:43 AM
This is beautiful.... now I know why everybody are congratulating you for the win....
Downing  Avatar
April 3, 2018 at 5:16 PM
Thank you so much Pashang... Hugs :)
Sands Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 4:54 PM
Congratulations for number 2 on the best new poems list Akkina :)
Downing  Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 10:16 PM
Awe thank you so much... it's such an honor! Hugs :)
Ellison Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 10:14 AM
Lovely poem Akkina!!! Very uplifting!!! Love, Happy Jack XOX
Downing  Avatar
April 2, 2018 at 10:16 PM
Thank you Jack! Hugs :)
Justice Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 8:28 AM
I was able to feel the emotion. It was as if I was walking this road with you. Thank you for sharing.
Downing  Avatar
March 30, 2018 at 12:47 PM
Thank you so much Cassandra... hugs :)
Andresen Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 1:39 PM
- Congratulations on your 3rd place on the "Best New Poems" list, Akkina :) - Enjoy Easter :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Downing  Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 2:08 PM
Thank soooo much Anne... hugs :)
O.J. Hunt Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 3:09 AM
Great heart Akkina;-)
Downing  Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 1:40 PM
Thank you Keith... Hugs :)
Breidenthal Avatar
March 28, 2018 at 11:57 PM
Beautiful poem. This was uplifting and empathetic. This cheered me up and touched my heart. Thanks for sharing!! ^_^-JWE
Downing  Avatar
March 29, 2018 at 2:08 PM
Thank you so much, JW... Hugs :)
Malik Avatar
March 28, 2018 at 6:51 AM
Tears ;) so beautiful <3
Downing  Avatar
March 28, 2018 at 6:54 PM
Thank you so much, Yazmin... hugs :)
Krutsinger Avatar
March 28, 2018 at 1:01 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!
Downing  Avatar
March 28, 2018 at 6:49 PM
Thank you so much, Caren... hugs :)
Roper Avatar
March 27, 2018 at 5:05 PM
Awesome write , congratulations on your win, Akkina, enjoyed reading .. Have a nice Easter weekend :) Hugs eve
Downing  Avatar
March 27, 2018 at 6:44 PM
Thank you so much Eve, and happy Easter to you too... Hugs :)
Hoffman Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 8:52 PM
Congratulations on your first place win Akkina; a beautiful heartwarming write!~Che :)
Downing  Avatar
March 27, 2018 at 6:43 PM
Thank you so much Cherl.. hugs :)
Trifiatis Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 7:10 AM
Beautiful and uplifting poem my friend, Akkina, It deserves all honors!
Downing  Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 1:56 PM
Thank you so much Demetrios... Hugs :)
Sathasivam Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 2:01 AM
Excellent verses my friend. Pleasure to read it. Very well deserved POTD
Downing  Avatar
March 26, 2018 at 1:55 PM
Thank you so much Ravi...hugs :)
Pandit Avatar
March 25, 2018 at 6:46 AM
Congrats Akkina for reaching #3 spot on best new poem list..soon to reach the top spot! Delighted to see you up there!!
Downing  Avatar
March 25, 2018 at 8:15 AM
Oh how sweet! I didn't even know but thank you so much for letting me know... Hugs :)
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