Sinister smile behind all acts,
burns all kind hearts, she stays intact.
Back-peddled words try to retract,
but proof is real and truths are facts.
Big eyes stunned look while getting caught,
the lines she spoke, everyone bought.
Forgets all of the lessons taught,
snatch with both hands no second thought.
Confidant with loyalty lack,
carried swift blades silent attacks.
Gifts of dark will, behind the back,
ate trust and hopes as sneaky snacks.
Still thank her for the fun-filled times,
filled with laughter that felt sublime.
Facing steep paths, together climbed,
cocktails of joy lingered and chimed.
Memories drown in a shocked head,
as time moves on, pronounce them dead.
Another bond, one comes to dread,
wishing her love, hoping it spreads.
Impossible to expect light,
from someone who only knows fights.
So sorry for the pain she feels,
pray that someday her spite could heal.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
What a powerful and sad poem Grace. This is all we can do for those that cannot or don’t want to see. You imagery truly was felt. Nicely penned!
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It really is sad. Thank you so much, dear Cindy. Truly appreciate you, my friend.๐
So sad and we do our best but, well and you know wellโฆ you wrote it.
Iโm so happy to know that and I you. When I was going to NY, I thought to try to arrange a visit and then I realized your in Co.
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That would have been wonderful. Iโm originally from NY but now live in NC.๐
Excellent, but awfully sad ๐ค
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I love the way you ended this poem with “pray that someday her spite could heal.” Powerful
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Yes, prayer is the best option. Everyone is on her own journey. Try as one might, one cannot walk a mile in another’s shoes, as the saying goes.
So very true, Suzette. I couldnโt agree more. Thank you.๐๐๐
Thank you!!
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Beautifully heavy yet effortless piece, dear Grace. Well written and powerfully done, love all the topics you bring awareness to ๐ค๐ค
So glad you enjoyed it, dear Grace. Thank you so much. Truly appreciate your kind support.๐๐๐
A very kind and generous sentiment shared
this was kinda heartbreaking but gives one a powerful shift. love this, Grace.
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Happy New Year madam
Thanks so much. Happy New Year.๐
“Burns all kind hearts, she stays intact” is SO powerful. Distance and boundaries to protect yourself, and prayers that she turns her heart and actions around are all we can do. Very well described and wonderfully done, Grace! ๐๐๐
Thank you so much, Dawn. Glad you enjoyed.๐
Great write and an incredible graphic! ๐ซ
Thanks so much, Nancy. Happy you enjoyed it.๐
This poem is different with a sad tinge, but I loved the imagery…ate trust and hopes as sneaky snacks…. Well penned, Grace ๐๐
Thank you so much, KK.๐
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A powerful message of realization, and healing. Amazing poetry, Grace. ๐
Glad you enjoyed it, my friend. Thanks so much ๐
Youโre most welcome, my friend. Always. ๐
A unique & a powerful poem…highlighting the sad & a bit heavy reality…amazing ending…beautifully written, Grace โจ๐๐ซ
So happy you enjoyed, dear Navin. Thanks so much, my friend.๐
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Wow, Grace this is really deep! Well written and the image is perfect for your message in this post.
So happy you enjoyed. Thank you so much. Truly appreciate your kind response.๐
Favorite line : “Another bond, one comes to dread,”
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