Walking into the bedroom
I happen to notice your picture
hanging on the wall.
Always before, when I would walk
into this room
my eyes would instantly find your picture.
With it, I would remember
each meticulous detail of your face.
The touch of your hands,
The feel of your gentle lips upon mine.
However, it seems
that as time goes on
life seems to intrude upon my memories of us.
Replacing what we once so wonderfully shared
with what I have now.
Is this the way of things?
Will I soon forget your sweet face?
Your gentle touch,
Your loving embrace.
Will I think of those times
we happily spent together less?
Will missing you then be easier
as time goes on?
Will I miss our long walks together less?
Our enjoyable chess games less,
Our passion…
less?
Is this life’s way
of helping the one who survives
Get past the hurt
And the pain
Of a loved ones passing?
However, I worry
that with each passing day
the memory of the times we shared before
will become dimmer
Until finally
All I have is a picture
On a wall.
Author notes
I walk down memory lane because I love.... don't give up
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700 points, ended August 15, 2008, 19 entries
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900 points, ended August 18, 2008, 54 entries
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Comments
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very nice this piece was full of imagery i love it keep it up...
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With it, I would remember
each meticulous detail of your face
meticulous is such a fantastic sounding word. The ending was wonderfully came to, great write.
Welcome to the group if you want something specific read put it on the reading list I check it a few times a day ^^ I also currently have a contest up just for this group.
Laura
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What Autumnsflame said... I feel Exactly the opposite! (Nothing against her... we just have differing opinions.,..)
I really, REALLY loved this poem. And I shall bookmark it when I have finished judging...
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well done!
this is a gentle sentiment. sad and mournful. a truth i understand. it is funny how we all fade to pictures and memory requires effort.
this is a strong poem and is worthy of far more than an all-poetry contest. hell, i wish i wrote that.
excellant,
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To be honest, I wasn't feeling this one. It might be because I'm not much into freeverse or that you didn't use much imagery or a metaphor. Thank you for entering my contest, but this is not exactly what I was looking for.
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A wonderful personal piece. Best wishes.
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Beautiful Sentiments, Poet!!!
Bittersweet memories may grow fonder with time, hopefully not to diminish your dreams of yesterdays. Congratulations on all your shiny awards here, and best of luck in the next contest, your muse has written another winner!!! Peace, Cyn 
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Excellent
A truly wonderful creation. So full of deep reflective thoughts. Good luck in the contest.
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very poignant introspection on dealing with loss of a loved one over time.
i lost someone i loved too. this spoke to me. - NANGALEEMA
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this is one very reflective and wonderful piece of poetry. The understanding of love between two and then the loss and worry about forgetting. Somehow after I read this I doubt that one with such tender words could ever forget.
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this is sad but still I love the ending. The last line brings everything into sharp focus. Great job! thank you for entering.
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This is a well written poem but it fits my mothers point of view more then mine or my step dad.
Your words are powerful and your care is showen so well. You did well in writing this.
Thank you for taking the time to enter this contest.
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Love is the strongest emotion one can feel. I thank you for intensifying the love I have for my one and only. ALthough I am sorry that you have to endure these memories of loss, because I know how it is to lose someone and only have a picture of how things once were. Good job and good luck.
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I wish you much luck in this contest.
I stopped by and ended up reading quite a few of your poems. I would say the same thing to all so I’m just commenting on this one. You are a wonderful articulate writer with something to say. I love your style and you made me think which I like. Thank you and keep on writing. God Bless,
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beautiful. just beautiful.
and sad... very sad!
this piece really made me think about some of the people in my life that have turned that way... i respect you for your strength. sometimes it's harder to hold on than to let go.
beautiful piece dear.
thanks for entering!
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Yes..this is really a issue to bring into the notice esapecially when you wish to live in this life and to love as well...
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I'd like this to get 1st place myself. I really liked writing this one.
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Absolutely wonderful.... i have felt this way so many times....
but please reread my rules! I would hate to dq this wonderful write! -
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okay went back and placed Don't give up on all my poems submitted. Sorry forgot to do that was all. I did read it in the instructions tho you were right.
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*exhale*
Another poem extremely heartbreaking to read. Not sure how else to put it.
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your comment on my poem MEMORIES
Thanks for your comment. I love to write emotional poems. Seems that I succeeded this time. Thanks for taking the time out and reading my work. It means a lot to me to have people read and like my work.
thanks again.
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trekkergirl
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I'm so sorry, but your poem made me cry. Your words jumped off the page, as I was thinking of my best friend,,who we buried this week. She had CLL, and all I have left is a photo of me and her at my surprise 60th birthday party. Very emotional. OUtstanding. I will send you the link to the poem I wrote for Renie after she died. She is the blonde in the photo.
Shana
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Sorry... I hate to bring it up for you...but what is CLL?
I cannot think of much sadder than losing your best friend. That has to be quite possibly one of my worst nightmares, and I'm sorry you had to deal with it... -
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CLL is a fatal form of leukemia. Most doctors who give one this diagnosis, only live for a couple of months. Renie lived for 1 year, and was not about to give up. Thank you for asking.
Linda
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not sure I bet you could look it up on the internet and see about what it is.
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Lovely poem but sooo sooo sad. I like the reference to the picture. The pain does ease but the memories last forever. Thanks for sharing
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crazymomma's comment on my poem memories
I really do have this fear. I lost my father when I was 17 years old. I am now 43 and I fear that I can't remember very much about him. Oh I see his face when I think about it. But I really can't remember a whole lot of other things unless someone says hey remember when....
I think it's just been so long... I always say that I want to go to heaven when I die so I can see my daddy again. And live all those happy memories with him all over again.
Thanks for saying it is a lovely/sad poem. I think so too.
trekkergirl
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What a questing poem... the worry, the doubts, are all too familiar and touch upon my own memories... Very lovely write!
Ken
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Thank you for the kind words. I enjoy writing and have people who enjoy reading what I write.
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Have a wonderful day
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