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i say the word out loud its sound dead weight falling lost in a vortex the echo muffled i say the word of what I have become i am no longer whole the part of me gone i will never recover i say the word to somehow befriend it be less afraid of the gaping hole i know will never heal AP: Honorable Mention 2021 Submitted on April 27, 2021 for contest ALL YOURS (APR 28) sponsored by BRIAN STRAND - RANKED 1ST and April 25, 2021 for contest YOUR BEST FREE VERSE FOR THIS YEAR sponsored by JOHN HAMILTON Posted on November 24, 2020

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Suzanne Delaney

Date: 5/5/2021 4:38:00 PM

What a heart rending poem. A great and well deserved first placing. Hugs, SuZ

Line Gauthier
Date: 5/5/2021 6:07:00 PM

Thank you very much, Suzanne ~

Jcb Brul

Date: 4/28/2021 10:47:00 PM

So sad Line! But life is like that sometimes healing is forever! But every wound heals. Congratulations on your win!

Line Gauthier
Date: 4/29/2021 11:12:00 AM

Thanks, JCB ~ most appreciated

Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 12/7/2020 7:28:00 AM

To say the word is in its self a first step forward. The comfort I've drawn from in losing loved ones is a scriptural truth. They are in God's memory, at the resurrection He will call and they will answer from the death-like sleep, Christ mentions. Hope I have not offended you with my Bible hope,

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/7/2020 5:38:00 PM

I don't think you could ever offend me, Barbara ~ thank you

Fj Thomas

Date: 12/1/2020 11:33:00 AM

Line I have been gone a while; unaware of your great loss. May your beautiful words that give witness to the strength of your heart help you keep going. Very Sincerely, ~Flo

Line Gauthier
Date: 12/1/2020 11:42:00 AM

Thank you so much, Flo. Most appreciated ~

John Watt

Date: 11/25/2020 7:44:00 PM

Line, your poetry and transparency is a ministry to those who have (or will) face the loss of a beloved. To share your journey with us is a lovely act of selflessness. ~ John

John Watt
Date: 11/25/2020 11:39:00 PM

I'm glad that writing and sharing is therapeutic to you.

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/25/2020 8:39:00 PM

Thanks for your lovely message, John. It feels good to share and the feedback is heartwarming ~

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 11/25/2020 4:02:00 PM

Hello Lin, the second verse speaks out to me. Because that is how I feel to. Bye for now . Darlene Hugs.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 11/26/2020 3:59:00 PM

Hello Lin, Yes Lin we do have a lot in common. Bye for now. Darlene

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/25/2020 6:28:00 PM

Thanks, Darlene. We have a lot in common ~

Ann Gilmour

Date: 11/25/2020 1:15:00 PM

you have described the word so well dear Line, for it is a word I could never embrace. Keep strong my friend, with love and hugs Ann xx

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/25/2020 6:28:00 PM

Thanks, Ann, for your most appreciated visit and comment ~

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 11/25/2020 1:18:00 AM

All the words lose meaning and effectiveness when a state of life surges up within a human soul and you find no real understanding of such a feeling and endurance.. But I do feel a real compassion and a great belief in the power of your Love and insight to get through your time of bereavement.. Dear Line, May you find great solace in the depth and beauty of your poetry.. My deepest regards and blessings.

Line Gauthier
Date: 11/25/2020 9:20:00 AM

Thanks for your lovely comment, Besma. Your kindness is so comforting and appreciated ~