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Unfriended

All along were you just a pretend friend a beginning leading to a dead end the polite one not wanting to offend I've gone over and over the things in my mind searching hoping I might find Some clues in conversations When we were more than strangers Sniffing at moments spent a bloodhound on the scent wondering what everything meant As I dig up what I thought were good times trying to glean the subtle messages that must be buried between your lines Is it my failing or yours I have no answers to the whys what's or wherefores Along your hallway all I can find are locked doors I'm trapped in knock knock prison no one to answer "who's there?" just a silent spectre who ignores going about saving the world and other more important chores So I must let go even though It feels like sorrow looking back doesn't always fix tomorrow I'm content knowing I was a true friend My feelings didn't evaporate break or bend What I gave wasn't just a pretence on lend The tide has turned it can't be stemmed Lost to currents there will be no amends I guess sadly I must accept we aren't meant to be friends!

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Eileen Manassian

Date: 7/31/2016 9:28:00 AM

I hope you never consider unfriending me...you are so so good at expressing yourself. I'll post soon, dear. Thanks for the visit today. Hugs

Becca Teagan

Date: 5/31/2016 11:30:00 AM

Very hard to let go of someone we thought of as a lifelong friend :( You've expressed the sadness and confusion well.

Funom Makama

Date: 5/2/2016 1:24:00 PM

sweet and sad at the same time. Nicely written and well enjoyed.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 5/2/2016 1:42:00 PM

Thanks Funom.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 4/24/2016 3:16:00 PM

Some friendships end because of a misunderstanding..But any friendship is worth the risk of asking for explanations of goodbyes..One might get an answer..or one might find locked doors, but any friendship is worth all effort to save.The friendship can then become stronger,or gone as if it never was.Heartwrenching indeed.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2016 10:09:00 PM

Yes I have tried, because I place high value on my friendships.

Red Fiery

Date: 4/23/2016 10:23:00 PM

I had such people in my life and I always thought that they were my true friends . They eventually revealed themselves. (Good that they did). We don't need such people around us... RICHARD , this poem has amessage for all of us... Gr8 write !!! Hugs Red

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2016 10:11:00 PM

Thanks Red, what you say is true. Hugs back.;0)

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/26/2016 10:07:00 PM

Thanks Red, what you say is true. Hugs back.;0)

Mama Bear

Date: 4/22/2016 2:38:00 PM

You always capture the reader. What you portray to them is as if it was happening to you and makes things seem so real. Your true friends always are there and the others are just window dressing. The boys are waiting for your return visit to Ontario. Can hardly wait. Well done Love Mom

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/23/2016 9:16:00 AM

Thanks mom, I'm excited to be coming out. Love Rick.

Nandita Das

Date: 4/22/2016 11:59:00 AM

Beautiful....I can feel your pain in this wonderful write. Wishing you joy and may you be blessed abundantly with true friends.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/23/2016 9:17:00 AM

I really have little to complain about, I am truly blessed in all the ways that matter. Thanks for the visit.

Eileen Manassian

Date: 4/22/2016 3:41:00 AM

I'm sorry, Richard, that you are in pain. I'm sending you hugs. I'm not on here much...but I will always follow you and what is happening with you, because you are a true and dear friend to me. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/22/2016 8:12:00 AM

Thanks Eileen, the great thing about poetry is that it allows us to process our feelings. I had a dream where It was like old times with my friend and his wife. That's what brought up the emotions. The actual break in the friendship took place about a year and a bit ago.

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 4/21/2016 11:58:00 PM

OMG... Richard, it's never that easy to let go of a pretend friend. I hold on to them, because one never knows, what they may do next. Amazing, you have the perfect words to share when telling that one friend, things can't mend that easily.... enjoyed. LINDA

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/22/2016 1:56:00 AM

Hi Linda, usually I am good at reading situations and people, this was a complete shock as we were friends for so many years.

Jerry T Curtis

Date: 4/21/2016 7:17:00 PM

I understand what you've written here Richard, but even when someone is not inevitable you're friend , you are still theirs. Love Conquer All

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 7:29:00 PM

Yes If he asked for help I would still be there for him.

Jan Allison

Date: 4/21/2016 4:36:00 PM

Very apt write especially in the cyber age Richard where you can unfriend someone at the touch of a button - but real friendships remain strong through thick and thin:-) hugs jan xx

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 7:02:00 PM

That's what I thought with this long term non cyber friend. Thanks for commenting Jan.

Tim Smith

Date: 4/21/2016 10:30:00 AM

I think many are just acquaintances with similar interests along the way. True friends might not be there everyday but are there when you need them. Excellent verse Richard.

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 4:22:00 PM

Thanks Tim. I wish this was as simple as that.

Casarah Nance

Date: 4/21/2016 10:12:00 AM

Friendships and relationships end for many reasons, and it is hard, very hard to do. hugs x

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 4:23:00 PM

So true, thanks for commenting Casarah. A big hug back to you.

James Marshall Goff

Date: 4/21/2016 9:58:00 AM

Hi Richard....been divorced 20yrs....was married for 16.....I don't mind revealing some personal info here.....have known you & others here for quite a long time.....feel safe enuf....ain't scared of anyone anyway!...if some prefer not.....I'm so happy for them....eneways......I understand your poem very much, thank you

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 4:26:00 PM

I was married for nine years to my first wife and the failure of that relationship still stirs the emotions. I am now married coming up 22 years and am happy to say I made a much better choice second time around.

Wendy Rycroft

Date: 4/21/2016 9:56:00 AM

Very good words sad well written x

Richard Lamoureux
Date: 4/21/2016 4:26:00 PM

Thanks Wendy.