In need of a break,
from all his past crimes.
Made many mistakes,
then served his full time.
Swallows inner fears,
gives life a new try,
hopes no one could hear,
deeply hidden cries.
Another door slams,
in front of his face,
obstructing all plans,
slowing down his pace.
His head in his hands,
broken and disgraced,
tries hard to withstand,
scars meant to be traced.
Arms up in the air,
forgive and forget.
Knows life is not fair,
heart beats with regret.
Attempts at repair,
by paying his debts,
suspicious eyes stare,
see him as a threat.
He gathers his will,
and strength to believe,
climbing steeper hills,
for those he made grieve.
Forgives his own spills,
sensing great relief.
Finds lights that fulfill,
goals he will achieve.
– Grace Y. Estevez – Reddy
Written for Melissa Lemay’s Fandango’s Flash Fiction Challenge #250
A profound and uplifting poem, Grace! ❣️
I agree!
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David
Thank you, David 💕🙏💕
Thanks so much, Deepthy.💕
An uplifting poem Grace
Thanks so much, dear Sadje 💕
You’re most welcome
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You selected something certainly important to write about. I can imagine someone in this situation reading your poem for inspiration. I can imagine others reading your work in order to understand and accept the human difficulty in trying, ostensibly for everyone, to start life again. Well done!
Thank you so very much. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed it. Truly appreciated.💕
You truly have a feel of voice harmony.
Thanks so much. Truly appreciated.💕
What a profound approach to this prompt Grace. Sweet! 😍💖😘
Thanks so much, Kym. Truly appreciate you, my friend.💕
Oh you are so very welcome Grace. It is always my pleasure! 🥰🥂😘💖😊
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We never know where a door will take us, until we have the courage to walk through. Thanks for joining, Grace.❤️🙏🏻
Absolutely. Truly my pleasure.💕
That is a deep and beautiful poem Grace. Very powerful that is showing that we can all make mistakes as well as find a way towards some kind of redemption. Starting again is brave. And we shall always remember to give people a second chance when we see them trying hard to overcome their own disgrace.
Absolutely, my friend. Truly appreciated.💕🙏💕
Wonderful writing Grace 💕💕
Profound and inspiring !
Thanks so much, my friend.💕
You are so welcome Grace 💟
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This is very inspiring Grace and such a great subject for that door 🙌
Thank you so much, Angela. Glad you enjoyed.💕
This is beautiful Grace & brought tears to my eyes. Each line leading to hope while describing my son’s current journey. I can’t wait to share this with him. Have a great day!
That’s so nice to hear, Tammy. I am so glad to know that you enjoyed it, my friend. Truly appreciated.💕🙏💕
An amazing take on the prompt Grace. Really soul deep and poignant point of view. Awesome!!
Thank you so much, Suzette. Happy you enjoyed it, my friend.💕🙏💕
Always a delight! Cheers.
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A wonderful write, Grace!
Thanks so much, my friend.💕
My pleasure
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It’s always a pleasure to read from you, Grace. Thank you for sharing your poetic messages.
Blessings.
Truly my pleasure. Blessings, my friend.💕
A beautiful write, Grace! So poignant and uplifting 💐💖
Thanks so much, my friend.💕
Truly my pleasure 💕
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A profound and uplifting poem. Beautifully written, Grace.
Thanks so much, Eugenia. Glad you enjoyed 💕
You’re welcome, Grace.
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Woahh so beautifully done 👍👍👍
Thanks so much.💕
Do visit just believe
good for him. I believe in second chances. Great poem rooted in persistence and optimism, Grace❣️
Thanks so much, Cindy. I do too. Glad you enjoyed, my friend.💕
beautifully inspiring, Grace 🙏
Thanks so much, Destiny 💕
most welcome 🤍
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This amazingly touching and beautiful
Thanks so much 💕
This is so beautiful Grace!
Thank you so much 💕
You’re welcome!
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A new start takes a lot of courage and strength, and you showcase it hear so beautifully 💞💞💞
It sure does. Thank you so very much, Dawn. 💕