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She says that he has changed…
But can’t really define how…
Says he is so very different…
From what he was, to now…
Still with the same face…
And carrying the same name…
But something is now missing…
It no longer feels the same…
Says she feels the difference…
From the man she used to speak to…
And the smile when he sees her…
Is now easy to see through…
As she searchs for hidden meanings…
In his words and his actions…
Which leaves him feeling defensive…
And looking for other distractions…
So she’s now closed her eyes…
As it all feels so painful, so cold…
And closing up her ears…
Refusing to believe, whatever she’s told…
Instead choosing to attack…
Through anger and frustration…
And though time and space surrounds…
There’s little hope of salvation…
As no matter what he says…
Or how he tries to defend…
She doesn’t hear him like before…
And it looks like it’s the end…
So he quietly walked away…
With a bruised and confused head…
Never quite understanding…
Or agreeing with what’s said…
Just retreating to the shadows…
Back where he belongs…
Between the light and the dark…
Dodging the right and the wrong…
As she has really changed him…
But he could never define how…
He just feels so very different…
From what he was, to now…
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Eye Will Not Cry 
this strikes a chord….how eloquently put.
Really appreciate your kind words – thanks for stopping by to comment – Cheers J
Oh boy…this…have been there…have come through the other side…swear to God J you have either stolen my diary or have tapped into my head lol.
Hugs
Sal xx
Oh, am just in your head Sal – hidden in the shadows 😉 – Cheers J
Haha that’s not creepy at all! Now I’m worried about the filth you must be seeing lol 😉
Hugs
Sal xx
lol – 😉 – Cheers J
Don’t retreat, J! LOL!
I think anyone that has experienced love truly does knows it.The question ALWAYS IS….are we willing to take the leap of faith? In the world today we seem to get so confused as to what TRUE LOVE is. Love of an UNCONDITIONAL kind is what I feel is the purest.And those that we have had the privilege of experiencing such love with, I guess have challenged us, to either change (for the good) or not…with compromises.
I definitely have had my share.But there is always that one person that you know…for certain….that has changed your life forever, for the good…and made you better…:-)
Now this was a bit longer of a response than I expected…sorry about that! Cheers, J….to another soul bearing and soul searching piece of art.
Thank you for such a considered and insightful response – Interesting viewpoint and no apologies required ! Cheers J
Lovely poem 🙂
Thank you for your lovely words Heta! Cheers J
Reblogged this on New Author -Carole Parkes and commented:
This poem really spoke to me. It captures the difficulty couples find in communicating perfectly. I love it.
Hi Carole, thank you for your kind words and also the re:blog – It is very much appreciated – Cheers J
You’re welcome. I’m always willing to promote talent.
I can feel their pain…. So beautifully written!
Thank you! Cheers J