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September 1, 2013
By CrazySissi GOLD, Newman Lake, Washington
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CrazySissi GOLD, Newman Lake, Washington
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My only love sprung from my only hate. Too early seen unknown and known too late.

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They tell you it's okay
They tell you that it's fine
Deep inside you know it's not
In your mind it's a crime
But the heart can change the mind
Now you're battered and scared
And you feel as if you might break
But you can't take back that one mistake

© Alissa H., Double Oak, TX

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Netnel GOLD said...
on Sep. 26 2013 at 9:27 pm
Netnel GOLD, Fair Lawn, New Jersey
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It's a really nice poem with a very nice flow and rhythm to it.
graywolf SILVER said...
on Sep. 17 2013 at 7:49 pm
graywolf SILVER, Blair, Wisconsin
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I really like the style of your poem, it's got a great rythm to it!!
elycavill SILVER said...
on Sep. 16 2013 at 1:32 pm
elycavill SILVER, Samobor, Other
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U've got good short poems! 
MissExploration BRONZE said...
on Sep. 16 2013 at 10:24 am
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You convey a great message with this poem. 
SpringRayyn PLATINUM said...
on Sep. 15 2013 at 10:23 pm
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Wow, this is incredably relatable! It's so true how one mistake, no matter how small, can make you beat yourself up so much. Very good, I don't have anything bad to say about it!