Solitaire by Molassis at All poetry

She's played the game

and mastered it

she gambled with her life...

Confessions off

determined tongue

of future relationships

when kids are grown

and gone...

She made the choice:

kids were her reason

to live and love and

reconcile

to staying alone.

Future finds her with a house

that's filled with memories

yet holds unbearable

emptiness

that chills to very soul.

And so she drowns self in her work

for hours,

hours on end

denying that she's now alone

life's gamble that was lost.

Author notes

The picture... my goodness... what can I say? For me it was the chilling realization that I am now alone. I've chosen to not date for the past 7 years... in order to raise my children to the best of my ability. I've always said that when the last one is gone... I'd have a life... yet I find that now I spend it literally at work... just to keep from dealing with the fact that I'm alone now...

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Cynthia Gaines
May 21, 2008

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Outstanding...
I thought this looked very familiar, and it is; I see now I've already clapped & commented on it... anyway, I'll be around to read your other work here. Thank you for sharing your story with us. Peace, Cyn
Theater Of Dreams
May 26, 2007

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Dear Melissa
Just one question?
Who told you that you were alone? You are never alone.
The greatest, that is God- is always with you- and even the least...myself, am forever your friend.

Did you think because I left here I would forget you? Write me if you like...YOU ARE NEVER ALONE.

Peace and love...
Cynthia Gaines
May 13, 2007
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Hauntingly beautiful, yet very sad...
Clovis...Curious
May 10, 2007

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Excellant
Very well written indeed. I can apprecitate the thoughts expressed, however, am glad that you found someone. Again well done.
going...going
May 2, 2007

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Yes...
For nearly a decade I had not dated...and fully expected to leave this world alone. It didn't bother me so much...I took Paul's perspective that I could be more devoted to God alone--only I wasn't living up to that.

Now, in a blessing that was out of the blue and could only have come from His hand, I have love in my life. It hasn't been easy for two withered souls to come to life again in each other's arms. Fears of past failures and hurts drag their dead weight with determination, but the lessons learned even through the occasional agonies have rekindled my spiritual walk...I can feel life coursing through me again. I gratefully accept everything that comes to me, good and bad, as a result of this unexpected yet glorious experience. God hears our cries and our yearnings, and He does bless in His time.

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Matt Holck
April 28, 2007
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*goes off to play solitaire*
Cynthia Gaines
April 24, 2007
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How sad...
I was very touched by this poem, and felt sad for the lonely subject in this piece. I feel life has so much more to offer a person. Now I really must get back to work, since I've nothing else to do - my kids are all grown and gone! (lol, just kidding!!) Great job, Melissa!!!
Samplette
April 20, 2007

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Oh my sweet Melissa, this is such a heartfelt piece. It is so honest and from a loving mothers heart. It is also from the heart of a woman. A beautiful woman with a brilliant mind and bless-ed gift for writting. I think that you have so much yet to come that you don't even know about. God is all knowing and will be there for you, and bless you my sweet.

Sorry I didn't get back to you and missed your call...was in the ER for Five hours, but praise God all is well. I am getting ready now to go see my doctor. Will talk to you soon.
Love ya..
Sam
Frogzter
April 15, 2007

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Sister, you are never alone... in heart and spirit, you have many friends who look up to the wonderful human being you are! I have been trying to get a hold of you.... Let's go do something soon! Huggles,
Sis
apoeticinjustice
April 14, 2007

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a very deep and personal look inside...but truth is you're not alone when you are able to touch so many by your writes and through your work. Very well written.
Rory
masterblaster
April 14, 2007

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Hi, yes there is that feel in the pic, good write, my life too is work work work, you and I must do something about it,lol, very nice write enjoyed it a lot, all the best in the comp,hugs Di
heismysong
April 13, 2007

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WOW...
I think you did an EXCELLENT job in finding the depth in that picture. I was very impressed with the lonely feeling you described.

I'm not good at free style writes, so when I read what I think is a good one, I have to say something.

Nicely done!
gullionmar
April 12, 2007

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wow missy this is so very true for many moms and dads alike we get the empty nest syndrome sooner or later
Clovis...Curious
April 12, 2007
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Either through reentering the date scene, or by finding yourself meaningful hobbies, writing, volunteer work or whatever else suits you, I think you will find new meaning to life. This poem was very well written in all aspects. Best wishes, for a long and prosperous (in all ways) future.
debilynn
April 12, 2007

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sweetie, this is a sad sad tune that i have heard from many many people...let the babies fly and what's left? but hindsight is better than none! you are still young enough dear to go get what you want from life. why, i know of a couple nice guys interested now...but it takes effort from both parties. it's not HS any longer so as my kids would tell me...get with the program! easier said than done i know!
M0ofi3
April 12, 2007

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By The Way, Sissy-Bones...
...I often play a similar version of solitaire. So I know from where you speak.
Puppydog
April 12, 2007

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TOUCHING! SINCERE!
I too felt so alone over the last seven years of being alone but I have found ways to ease the alone feeling, being on AP is one way, never turning away from people who want to stop and talk is another. There are so many ways to not be alone but be by myself.
Chindi Yaz
April 12, 2007

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oh wow, this is a sort of haunting piece. such loneliness and yet for a noble reason. i admire you for that, and i hope you find your way back out there. much love.
--Rianna
going nowhere
April 12, 2007

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This left me with an anxiety that thoughts of lonelines can bring. Wow...you are an incredible person with choices in front of you...and making the decisions you did. You will be blessed, and already are. Sending many, many hugs to you, my strong and courageous friend.
M0ofi3
April 12, 2007
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To Me...
...you show such tremendous, respect-inducing courage, just in being yourself. This write emulates that to the finest end.

While it may appear to not be the best for you to live like this, there may be a purpose for it all. One that no one can understand but our God.

You have an undaunted heart, expressed so well through these words. You will always have my love and respect, sis. You teach me things about that.

I'm sure that's one reason why I like you.
Frozentearz
April 12, 2007

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I think we all find ourself wakig up one day and saying wow.. As my nest gets ready to fly, I am filled with thoughts of what the hell will I do with my time,
though I am not alone, I still get fright from the thought of will we get bored of each other, sigh..
you have made me think with this one,
May your time come now to find the love you so deserve.
Love and Light
Frozentearz