I saw you alone with her in silence,
gaping…there’s not much more I can handle.
You were the one I’d go to for guidance,
but for now I’ll just blow out the candle.
A blaze we shared under constellations,
flames of romance; be still my beating fears.
So intense we died in consummation,
but the breeze came along and brought me tears.
I needed you…like the air in my lungs,
you needed freedom from my restless heart.
Our hot flare left leaving ashes that stung,
but the wind blustered, our torch did depart.
Wax melted before we got to dandle,
so for now I’ll just blow out the candle.
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Idiom: "Blow Out The Candle"
To me this means the loss of romance; a fire of love burned out
Date Written: July 21, 2016
its fall
come all
that time
have sales in mind
get on line
snow or hail
and more to go
we got
SHOPPER HOLIDAY
BLOW OUT SALE
its that time again
sale begain
get in
blend
be apart of the wails
for the
HOLIDAY BLOWOUT SALE
I've been stalking down the wrong path.
I'm not alone, but behind you and her.
I've been here ready to catch you.
This just isn't right though.
I love you, but if you don't love me too,
In my opinion, I'd better turn around.
My love, can we just be friends?
I'm sure we'd make the best.
I've been your test of loyalty.
Congrats. You've passed. I'm through.
I'm turning around back to my life.
you've held me hostage long enough.
Let me go. I'm leaving now.
We'll still be friends. I'm always here.
I can't love you anymore.
Time to walk back through the memories.
Dang! It's like stalking backwards on a clock.
I'll always remember the times we had.
Time to live them with a new flame.
I think it's time I've blown you out.
Today is your Birthday mom
You just turned fifty-five
Yet you don’t look a day over forty
Still so beautifully vibrant and alive
Preparations we’re all making
For the woman who gave us life
To help celebrate her special day
Our mom, grandmother and wife
What do you buy for someone?
Who already owns what they wish
A families love, health and closeness
Instead of jewelry, roses or even exotic fish
So close your eyes and make a new wish mom
Blow out those fifty-five candles now
Make a wish entirely for you
For selfishness today is undeniably allowed
© Stacy Lynn Stiles
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