I can't tell you this...
We never met, but I saw you from a
d i s t a n c e.
Our eyes locked.
and that first time, I just knew.
You don't choose love
it just happens to you.
I looked into your eyes
and saw every dream I ever had
every hope I ever felt
every longing and ache,
my whole past, present and future
embodied in y o u.
No, we never met, but I knew
you were my soulmate.
Perhaps I have had the pleasure of you
in a past life,
but in this one
we will always be apart
fate is l o c k e d between us
I will always love you
The kind of person you are
is so obvious.
Your chosen direction,
your success,
and the way you interact with others
speak of arrogance and wisdom,
caring, and kindness.
While others got dis
tract
ed
and un nce
bala
d,
you stuck to
the straight and narrow
(though y ou are anything but straight or narrow)
and accomplished all your goals.
No, we have never met.
But I saw all this in your eyes
and others have confirmed
it
is not just an illusion.
Without realizing it
you inspire many.
I will never have your noble character
Most of us are fools
and can only express stupidly
what we mean,
floundering
and
s
t
u
m
b
l
i
n
g
around
with words and our actions
And no... I will never know you,
and I would never tell you
but I love you, and always will.
Author notes
Love sucks cause it's usually unrequited.
In a list
A contest entry
- One thing that means Everything. by pliantexcuses.
300 points, ended March 9, 2005, 7 entries
Bronze trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - ~These Are My Confessions~ by Midnight-x-Rose.
450 points, ended June 29, 2007, 12 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
Comments
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This is such a great poem. You have done this so well and I love how it has been structured. Congratulations for the trophies.
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Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed it. And thanks for bringing it back to my memory. Duana
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Beautiful... Just beautiful and yes love is often unrequinted. But unfortunately, when someone is inlove with you you tend to not love them back and doesn't it hurt breaking them as well? I know how you feel, I'd give anything to have a love true and noble right now. This reminds me a little of that James Blunt song Your Beautiful... A love from afar. Sorry you had to fall this way and trust me I know when it's a fall deep and this to me shows a deep fall indeed. Best of luck.
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I liek this poem its good good job and good luck in mycontest
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Wow, very awesomely done. I'm not sure how to explain the emotions I feel after reading this one.. except that it filled me with confidence in myself and my feelings for others somehow.. I know that's not exactly what you wanted to invoke, but that's what it brought out in me. Definitely rewarding of a better prize. Great job, and keep it up.
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Why thank you. *bows to Duana* You are honest and that is always rewardable. 
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hm...what color lol
I'm kidding!!!!!! Geeshe!
Coming from someone as humorous and genius as you, I'd bow, and say, 'why thank you. I'll take it'. -
My cohorts say you deserve a tropy. What say you to that?
Edited on Mar 08, 8:22 p.m. because 'I put an s instead of an a. I wonder if I keep writing here and it's longer than my actually thing if it'll post all or cut off...anyone try that before? Leave their comment here...lol I think it's funny....'. -
oh well, can't please everyone. But thanks for reading it. If you read my author page you will know that simplicity is usually my hallmark in almost every poem I write. But thanks for your feedback.
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As I continue to read and reread your poem I can't help but feel there's not enough passion behind your words. Granted, it's an amazing write but for such a strong emotion you have simple words describing it? Doesn't seem to fit in my head...*shrugs*
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Well all I have to say is that I love this style. It was really good for this poem! Keep up the awesome job. YOu did a wonderful job. Keep writing.
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Thank you
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Oh God! You're writing this poem about my life aren't you?
THANK YOU! FOR THIS!! I've used up all my applause for today but I will be back tomorrow to give you one!
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Your comment made me laugh and smile. Thanks!
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Very beautiful.The words flow so beautifully and the way you put it together really adds to that.It makes me want to go out and fall in love with the first man I see.....My husband outside washing the car.
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This is a very beautiful peice...just the way you wrote it all out...i really loved the part with what you did with stumbling..keep up the amazing work!
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This is absolutely beautiful and the crazy letters actually work well in this poem...you might end that rule with this poem. Passion ran through this piece to the last word, you did a great job expressing the depths of emotion inspired by a single moment.
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Hey there.Enjoyed reading your poem which spoke loudly to me of a truth that not many have realised : you may well fall in love forever with a person whom destiny denies to you and sadly that profound love will dwarf the feelings you have for others in the future.I liked the way your structure reinforced your theme - "apart" separated to convey separateness for example.The God-like worsip vividly conveyed in your poem reminded me of the depth of love I felt for the person represented in my poem "Looking Back".Don't think I'll ever fully recover from that loss ! Well done. camus
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Thank you!!!
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hey, i guess i can finally applaud this piece of work now that i have some. plus all the comments you gave me i owe you way more than just one applaud. thanks so much for the comments and applauds, and again, this piece is amazing
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Please be so kind as to follow the rule. I would hate to have to disqualify you.
Edited on Feb 27, 9:53 p.m. because 'spelling.'.
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lol. thanks. I'll take that as an applause, lol.
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i like the way you layed this out, its unique and makes it fun to read. it was also an awesome write, great job. id aplaud you but im all out
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Don't forget to place in your author's comments box the poem you commented on in this contest.
(And your welcome )
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Why, thanks. I am really glad you enjoyed it
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I am blown out of the water! This piece is a master piece! I am in love with your style. It's beyond amazing. Now I am done blubbering. May my applaud speak louder than my words and thank you for entering my contest. Good luck.
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Isn't that what poetry is? To take ordinary feelings and make art out of them?
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It appears brilliant, but, to be quite honest, it wouldn't be very much at all if it weren't for the things you do with the words. You are very talented with the word art though, and i like your style. keep writing!
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I enjoyed the simpleness of this piece...it suited the broken aspects...it was all very well placed...well done
thanks for sharing
dark search -
Thanks. It really is not right exactly- especially the last line(way too big), but I am new to html, and figuring out how to use it, but you will see more and more consistency as time goes on.
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i liked the WAY u've thought of portraying your feelings not only by the content but the way u have written the words-unbalanced etc attempting to show the intensity of how u feel! its great. i too have entered this contest. best of luck, to u, me, and the rest.
kunjal.
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wow to say i love this seems to not be enough. I love it i really really love it. well done on creating something so clever and amazing
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Kind of like "I Honesty Love You." By Olivia Newton John . I get it. I just related it to my circumstances.
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Oh and one more thing- this poem is not so much about someone not retruning your love, but CAN'T return it, just as you can't give it, because of how life unfolded for both. The connection is there for both people.
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PSsince becoming an uber memeber, I have been trying to play around a bit with html- and hence the 'different form' as you call it.
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Oh I agree love is a choice to accept and then work on, but it comes to you in surprising ways- that's all I was saying. Otherwise we could marry any one and make it work. (which of course can be done, by why would we want to)
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Different kind of write for you. I could relate to some of the content being attracted to someone whom does not return the affection.
I still maintain that love is a choice. While we love may 'happen.' Sustaining it requires choice and effort.
I thought some of your font changes worked very well. They fit with the word, feeling or expression. I did not like what’s referred to as sTiCKy CaPs. To me that’s awkward.
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Hi Pierre, if you ever think of the duo, let me know. I'd be curious to look them up.
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wow, that's really a great poem! I love all the ways you make words stand out. That really adds to it! You use words here to create something wonderful. Very nice job!
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I love it! I love the format, style, flow, everything! And the background is beautiful, goes along very nicely with this. A great piece, Duana. Really great.
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This is so beautful! I love the ending I feel that way about a guy. I sometimes wonder if he knows who I am, but my days are getting better and I am so greatful for them! Just like today. So I'm sure things will get better for you. I love your poetry. It always inspires me to do something about my actions! I'm going to bookmark this! Once again I feel I should say I love your poetry! Keep writing so many of us enjoy it!
~Kayla
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excellent
I remember a song like this, from a duo from Australia that made it big on the international hits charts. The words were different, and the way they carried t, but the thought was very much like this.
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Whao that is so COOL! I loved teh way you interperated it to just a passing but finding it to be so much more. The background is way cool too! I love the way you used diffrent fonts and like bolds and stuff, it adds a great affect and stresses certian words that is just so great! Good luck in the contest!
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Outstanding
This is definitely a true rendition of what it feels like to be a soulmate. I know, I've been there and just lost mine a coouple of years ago. If ever you find your soulmate, don't hesitate and hang on for the ride of yur life. Terrific poem even with the emotional text. Take care and keep em coming.
Michael -
very good
This was really well done. Loved how you had the words show the meanings.
A pleasure to read (and figure out).
John
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