I know a decision must be made
as I stand here gazing outside.
I think of the words we spoke of love
I remember bitter words of pride.

We loved so deeply yet so free
I keep wondering what went wrong
For now we've become strangers
Together yet so alone.

I cannot remember how this began
Angry words I'd never believe
I couldn't accept a broken heart
or that my love could be deceived.

I remember the laughter we once shared
I remember the little things
Like a simple rose on a summer day
and the smiles that it would bring.

I remember the song on the radio
that we sang and claimed as our own
I remember the nights we spent apart
talking late on the telephone.

Now I look around and feel empty
for the decision I must make today
For love moved on-now I must be strong
and close the door to yesterday.

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Poem by Irishgrrl
Copyrighted in September of 2000
All Rights Reserved!
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NOTE:
If you've ever loved and lost-please know you are not alone!  But know also that hope and peace will return in time but you must let go of the pain and let it heal.  Grieving over lost love is normal - until it becomes depression and despair.  Life is worth so much more for you than to live in anger and bitterness.  Let love go and Love will be free to find you once again-when the time is right!!   Just remember if you must let something go and it doesn't return - it was never yours to begin with.
Do broken hearts mend?  YES.. Does it hurt...YES...

BUT...

True love returns-and if it doesn't-

somewhere out there REAL LOVE awaits you!!
*S*
Never look behind-You're not going that way!!

If you're hurting and need somene to talk to-go visit a counselor and just try to talk to them .  You are NOT alone in this about 'lost love'.  Let others know you are hurting-do NOT be afraid 
to share your pain with others!!  This is not a time to keep these painful emotions inside - but a time to heal and talking it over with others can help.  Just be SURE you talk to someone who 
can be 'objective' about the situation.  Sometimes running to a parent with a broken heart hurts you even more as they will resent the very one you loved.  That's natural -so please find a friend who will listen and knows you need them and their support.
If you still cannot feel comforted - find a good Counselor!
They will listen and can be objective -yet compassionate.

If YOU are the one who ended a relationship or felt it
wise to part ways - be honest and let the persons' heart
and life to mend.  Nobody wants to be left hanging onto 
someone that drifts constantly in and out of their lives. 
It's not fair to someone if YOU can't decide what you feel;
and a very clear sign that you aren't ready for a relationship.
Just be clear and upfront with people-you'd want the same!
It is called R-E-S-P-E-C-T for others emotions and health.

If YOU are the person hurting-allow yourself time and space.
Never be afraid of your feelings!!
Time really DOES heal all wounds but sometimes we
must do our part to help that healing process too.
Just know you're not alone!

Please feel free to pass this page along to anyone that is hurting.
It could be your daughter, your son, a parent or a friend.
That is what it is here for!
*S*

Please take care!

Irishgrrl

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