Line Gauthier Poet Free verse

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You Were My Hardest Goodbye

over time before my adoring eyes
much like a rose past its prime
i saw you wither away

i didn’t think that love could
but it grew day by day
and how sweet its perfume

you gave me the gift of intimacy
opening your heart to the nth degree
your vulnerability most endearing

a closeness i’d always in awe treasure
you were the love of my life
i never thought i'd ever have to say goodbye



AP: 2nd place 2025, 2nd place 2021, 3rd place 2025

Submitted on August 11, 2020 for contest STRAND COMPLETELY NEW (21) sponsored by BRIAN STRAND  -  RANKED 1ST

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Timothy Mcguire May 14, 2021 at 12:04 AM My heart breaks for you. There is no doubt in my mind you will see that lost love one again.

John Hamilton September 4, 2020 at 6:03 AM This is a very personal and touching poem, thanks for letting us in. Congrats on a top win, if it's your reality I feel for you. Excellent work Line one of your best! Line Gauthier September 4, 2020 at 6:36 AM Thanks for your insightful and touching compliment, John. Most appreciated ~

Paula Goldsmith August 14, 2020 at 10:07 AM Congratulations on your win. It is always very hard to say goodbye but now it is extra hard. A wonderful write. Enjoy your win and day..................... Line Gauthier August 14, 2020 at 2:39 PM Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Paula.

Kim Rodrigues August 14, 2020 at 9:58 AM Great title! So many impactful lines such as much like a rose past its prime Line Gauthier August 14, 2020 at 2:39 PM Thank you, Kim. Most appreciated.

Ann Gilmour August 14, 2020 at 9:33 AM Bless you dear Line for the deep love and emotion you have shared; I can truly feel it... congrats on your win. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Line Gauthier August 14, 2020 at 2:38 PM Thanks, Ann. Most appreciated.

John Watt August 13, 2020 at 11:32 AM So eloquent. "You gave me the gift of intimacy" - what a treasure. Congrats on your deserved win ~ John Line Gauthier August 13, 2020 at 2:09 PM Yes, thank you so much, John ~

Jennifer Proxenos August 13, 2020 at 10:56 AM It must be the hardest possible emotion, something never forgotten, losing a loved one and saying goodbye - makes me think of the patients afflicted by the corona virus who were not allowed to say goodbye. Excellent write Line, Blessings, Jennifer. Line Gauthier August 13, 2020 at 2:07 PM Always difficult but this is indeed a most trying time for final goodbyes ~

Jenish Somadas August 12, 2020 at 3:00 AM A poignant write.. wonderful sentiments though it is sad.. Good luck Line.. Line Gauthier August 12, 2020 at 7:05 AM Thanks, Jenish. Much appreciated.

Timothy Mcguire August 11, 2020 at 9:30 PM Wonderful! Touching, I like it a LOT! Line Gauthier August 11, 2020 at 10:39 PM Thank you very much. Most appreciated ~

Evelyn Judy Buehler August 11, 2020 at 8:09 PM This tender tale of the loss of a true love, is beautifully written and moving. Blessings. Line Gauthier August 11, 2020 at 10:39 PM Thank you very much, Evelyn ~

Quoth Theraven August 11, 2020 at 7:44 PM Line, I agree with Gershon. So eloquent and heartfelt this poem. The sentimental good-byes that never let us close the door. Always leave it open, just a little, just in case. Line Gauthier August 11, 2020 at 10:40 PM Thank you, Richard ~ most appreciated

Gershon Wolf August 11, 2020 at 6:52 PM This one tears at my heartstrings. It seems so real (although I sure hope it's not). Take care, Line. Best wishes, Gershon Line Gauthier August 11, 2020 at 10:41 PM Thank you, Gershon. Most appreciated~