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Something You Earn

You're there
Right there
But somehow you're not there at all

Looking now
Even now
Your eyes stare like a barren wall

Always leaving so I can't see you
Forever going and leaving me behind
What's the logic of your actions?
If only I could read your mind

Take time
Anytime
To set this impossible mess straight

Always late
Too late
Sorry, but I feel as if I I shouldn't wait

Now it's my turn to leave
Never again will I return
Maybe now you'll realize
Respect is something you earn

Copyright © James Leslie | Year Posted 2012


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Date: 9/19/2026 5:59:00 AM

I've really been enjoying your poem and the emotions and imagery were so vivid that i could easily picture them as beautiful illustration. I'm a commission-based manga/webtoon artist, and I'd love to help bring your story to life if you're ever interested. Feel free to reach out at gm@il : akiracomicart2@ or on inst@ akiraa_artly
Date: 5/15/2024 6:36:00 AM

Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Date: 2/12/2016 9:35:00 PM

JAMES, Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing and sharing your poetry. LOVE LINDA
Date: 9/14/2012 2:30:00 AM

Nicely said James! Lovely delivery!
Date: 9/11/2012 7:24:00 PM

Agreed! Respect is earned not owed..welcome ..enjoyed your poem Pat
Date: 9/10/2012 6:14:00 AM

A warm welcome to PoetrySoup I offer to you today James. I wish for you the best in your writing endeavors whatever they may be. Hoping you find even more inspiration by reading some of the poetry written here by other poets. May the sun shine on you that you might find great joy in your life. Thank you for sharing your writing with us. Love, Carol
Date: 9/9/2012 7:59:00 AM

Welcome my fellow countryman! "Respect is something you earn" so so true! Enjoy your stay... cheers, Jack

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