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Yesterday Yesterday I felt that I Could soar up high Today I feel down I really want to cry Yesterday I thought the World was in my hand There is so much pain today I really don’t understand Waking up today from a Restless night of sleep Only to find that yesterday Has fallen down on me Yesterday I had peace And a warm gentle smile Today I wear a frown And nothing seems worthwhile Yesterday I thought that I could win this race Today I find that things are Thrown back in my face If I could take yesterday And switch it for today The frown I wear upon my face Would be a smile today Yesterday I visualize the Perfect life for me Today my vision is cloudy And there’s nothing left to see Why is there so much pain Traveling through this world? What part of my life Can I rely on love? I cannot bring back yesterday Because today is gone Why did it leave me, and Left me here alone? Today on my bed A lonely person lay But I will still be trying To bring back yesterday

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Sean L Sanders

Date: 1/30/2013 8:41:00 AM

Very touching excellent poem written by a very good poet. I saw that you view another poet named Margherita Russo she's only 14 and I know it would mean alot for her to have you read her newest poem if you have the time. Thank you very much.

Lillie Williams
Date: 1/30/2013 5:09:00 PM

Thanks Sean. I have read Margherita Russo poems and they are good. I love the friendship writing because it is outstanding to have a friendship with someone. I encourage her to keep writing because she is so young and really good at it.

Robert Pettit

Date: 12/4/2012 3:32:00 AM

Reading this reminded me of the lyrics to a Beatles classic tune with the same title. This is very descriptive and makes for interesting reading.

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/4/2012 5:14:00 PM

Thanks Robert. Thanks for visiting my work. You are welcome anytime, please come again.

Elizabeth Jubenville

Date: 12/3/2012 12:52:00 AM

Lillie Williams, fantastic poem, David is right, forget yesterday and look forward the future. Thank you for visiting my poetry Ellie

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/3/2012 1:43:00 PM

I enjoyed myself Elizabeth, and thanks for taking the time to visit my writing. Please come again soon.

David Williams

Date: 12/2/2012 3:45:00 AM

Lillie with writing as good as this forget yesterday and start planning for a bright future...David

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/2/2012 4:09:00 PM

Thanks David, this is awesome advice, one that I appreciate.

Jack Ellison

Date: 12/2/2012 3:29:00 AM

Always look ahead to tomorrow with hope and anticipation! With a positive attitude, nothing can stand in your way... we're the ones in control of our destiny! Here's sending you love and good wishes for a happy and bright tomorrow! Your friend, Jack

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/2/2012 4:10:00 PM

So true Jack. We are in control of our own destiny. Point well taken. Thanks so much.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/2/2012 12:18:00 AM

Oh but tomorrow will be better than yesterday and today. You will surely find your way. Excellent reflective poem, I hope you discover all the joy that God has planned for you.

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/2/2012 4:12:00 PM

Amazing advice Richard. I have learned a few things today, and it all make perfect sense. Thanks so much Richard for visiting me, please come again.

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 11/30/2012 6:55:00 PM

Yes..everyday is a new beginning..best to focus on that. Light & Love

Lillie Williams
Date: 12/1/2012 1:28:00 PM

Totally agree. Thanks Debbie. Nice to have you visit. Come again soon.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 11/30/2012 10:24:00 AM

Very expressive work..We can only press forward..When one starts to live in the past, life comes to a screeching halt..Thanks for stopping by..Your kind review of my work is uplifting..Sara

Lillie Williams
Date: 11/30/2012 12:54:00 PM

You are so welcome Sara. I really appreciate you taking the time to visit. I value your opinion. This is how we grow into success, not being afraid to hear other opinions. Thank you so much Sara, and please come again.

Toquyen Harrell

Date: 11/29/2012 10:42:00 PM

Live for today, Lillie. Don't wish for yesterday as we are only improving. You go from glory to glory. I love your write. I can feel your heart through the lines. Awesome write, dear friend. Love ya, Toquyen

Lillie Williams
Date: 11/30/2012 12:58:00 PM

Hi Toquven, this is a point very well taken. We can learn from each other. Sometimes the day before the day to come can be happy, and after that the following day can bring pain. Now that you mention it, I see your point of view and thanks for the encouraging words. I needed that! :-)

David O'Haolin Whalen

Date: 11/29/2012 7:53:00 PM

NIcely written Lillie! There's one especially good line in there that I'd like to borrow if you don't mind. To try to build a poem on myself. The line is: "if I could take yesterday and switch it for today." That's a great phrase!

Lillie Williams
Date: 11/29/2012 9:04:00 PM

Thanks David. Sure you can borrow my lines. I appreciate your kindness and support. Thanks for visiting me. Do come again. You are always welcome. ;-)

Harry Horsman

Date: 11/29/2012 3:24:00 PM

this is wonderful Lillie, the ups and downs of life, shows so well here, some folk need all sorts of drugs etc, to combat this life we have today, but i will settle for awesome poetry like this any day...

Lillie Williams
Date: 11/29/2012 6:32:00 PM

A-Men! Thanks so much for visiting my poetry. It is a pleasure to have you here. I want you to come again because you are so welcome to visit anytime.

Michael J. Falotico

Date: 11/29/2012 2:11:00 PM

Love this perspective piece... well written and thought up of.... hugs Michael

Lillie Williams
Date: 11/29/2012 6:36:00 PM

Thank you Michael. I appreciate having you visit my poetry today. I feel like I have a friend in you guys. It's the kind words you say that makes my day. Please come back anytime.