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Unopened Window

~ I stood at the unopened window, watching it rain from the sky Complaining inside of a future that seems to be passing me by Regrets flooding every emotion, moments no longer appear Searching for hope in the downpour, since you are no longer here Wrapped up in clouded decisions, feeling the glass wet and cold Dreaming of reasons I love you, swallowing words now untold Hoping for merely a sentence, no longer needing the sun Puddles collect in the fractures, knowing it soon will be done And as the rain drops are ending, nothing much left now to view Here at this unopened window, drenched in the days without you ~

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Gary Radice

Date: 10/18/2019 9:32:00 AM

Of the several poems I have read of yours Chris, I think this is my favourite. It's emotive, passionate and poignant. I think poems are a great way to convey emotions and this poem is a great example of hurt felt inside. I was particularly fascinated by the lines: "Complaining inside of a future that seems to be passing me by.."

Chris Green
Date: 10/18/2019 9:41:00 AM

Thanks so much Gary. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on my poem. I am thrilled you liked it.

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 10/15/2019 3:43:00 PM

Beautiful poem full of sadness and memories Chris! It must be very heartbreaking to feel the emptiness!!

Chris Green
Date: 10/15/2019 3:48:00 PM

It is Smita but that was a long time ago, though there will always be a bit of an empty feeling and that is ok. Thank you for reading and commenting on my poem.

Laura Leiser

Date: 10/10/2019 9:16:00 PM

The sadness drips from your pen, Chris, and I know many who can relate to this. Your poems have such a rhythmic element to them. They flow so beautifully! :)

Chris Green
Date: 10/15/2019 3:47:00 PM

Thank you so very much Laura. Sorry for the late reply, I don't know how I missed your kind comment

Hello There

Date: 10/10/2019 6:24:00 PM

A heart-drenching piece, Chris ~ I totally get it. I guess since the raindrops are ending, it will soon be time to open the window and take a deep, cleansing breath... gain a new perspective, my friend ~ Loved this <3

Chris Green
Date: 10/15/2019 3:46:00 PM

I have to apologize my friend, I could have sworn I replied to this comment. I am so sorry I didn't I always look forward to your kind and inspiring words. I appreciate you.

Adeleke Adeite

Date: 10/10/2019 4:25:00 PM

Every line of the piece tells a story... passionately penned piece this is. I could see myself in this piece but I am no more there. I wait for no 'me and you' moment, I create the kind of moment I want. Just kidding. Bravo Chris!

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 4:33:00 PM

Thanks so much and I am not really there anymore either, just writing from memories...sad ones. : )

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 10/10/2019 1:25:00 PM

Perhaps many of us get the feeling that life is passing us by, but I haven't seen it articulated this well previously, Chris. I love the way you describe him standing by an unopened window, yet "drenched in the days without you." Excellent writing, my friend. Hugs, Carolyn

Adeleke Adeite
Date: 10/10/2019 4:21:00 PM

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 2:39:00 PM

Thank you so very much Carolyn. I appreciate your humbling words to me. Sometimes it just feels like that, staring out really not expecting to see anything.

Brenda Chiri

Date: 10/10/2019 12:07:00 PM

Chris this is so sad! I hope your mood changes so your day is better! I know how you feel! But things get better even if we don't forget!;) loved this!;)

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 2:38:00 PM

Thank you so much Brenda. I am doing fine, it's just poetry.

Heidi Sands

Date: 10/10/2019 11:37:00 AM

Beautifully expressed Chris! This is so good :)

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 11:53:00 AM

Your constant support and kindness and friendship are a wonderful gift to me Heidi. Thank you so much.

Sandra Adams

Date: 10/10/2019 11:37:00 AM

wow...the sadness in this poem grabs at the reader's heart, it brings tears to the eyes....one can feel that longing, and emptiness through your words...you are such an amazing writer, i am so blessed to be able to read your words on ps...hugs my friend...

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 11:52:00 AM

Wow Sandy, thank you so much my friend. There is no sadness around when you stop by for a visit, only warm and happy feelings find me. I am so grateful for your kindness. Coming from one as talented as you, it means so much to me.

P.S. Awtry

Date: 10/10/2019 11:28:00 AM

Wrapped up in clouded decisions--I like that line, it fits so well in the scene. Neatly woven bluesy poem.

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 11:50:00 AM

Thank you so much P.S. I truly do appreciate all of the kindness you show me. I am thrilled you stopped by today.

John Hamilton

Date: 10/10/2019 11:24:00 AM

Wow Chris no one writes a somber mood as you do, I enjoyed every word, why, why, do I love melancholy so much?

Chris Green
Date: 10/10/2019 11:49:00 AM

Thanks so much John. I'm not sure but I like it too. Maybe because it somehow becomes something many of us can relate to. There always seems to be this weird welcoming feeling when something is melancholy. I am glad you enjoyed this one so much.