by Robert - just a simple man - B.
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April 12, 2007

SAVE MY LIFE

October 23, 2009 07:41 AM EDT (Updated: October 23, 2009 07:49 AM EDT)
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SAVE MY LIFE

©2009 Robert C Burnham

 

Will someone come along to save my life

Is it all so wrong for me to search for a wife

I see the candles glow in the home across the street

I see the shades pulled low as Romeo & Juliet meet

 

I wonder how my time got arranged in being alone

I’m almost out of rhyme and my heart is almost stone

But I still believe in you and I still find hope in your eyes

I still believe that love is true and falseness lies in my cries

 

I need you to fly to me, you to save my life tonight

I need my heart to be put free before I tire of the fight

I’ve watched you walk a thousand miles, pacing through my mind

Please come and stop a little while just to see what you will find

 

You must be out there, others say, walking this lonely road

My heart is ready to obey, to ease your heart’s own load

But the roads crisscross and parallel, it seems it’s left to chance

For you to come and save me from hell – to offer me your dance

 

Won’t you come along tonight - won’t you save my life

To return my strength and make it right by saying you’ll my wife

Samson and Delilah they lost their chance you know

But my beating heart isn’t a liar I promise it loves you so

 

I still wonder where you are and why you’re oh so late

Maybe heaven dropped my star and I walk a loveless fate

But yet I still believe in you and I still so feel your soul

My gray skies could all turn blue if you’d just walk down my road

 

You have to be out there somewhere even as I write these words

It’s your light that shines so bare and it’s your whisper that I’ve heard

I watch you every night in my dreams thinking I might see you today

Hope is eternal or so it seems – I wonder if God hears me pray

 

Won’t you come along - to save my life

I’ll sing to you this song and make you my wife

As Paris stole sweet Helen away please let me steal your heart

I promise to you, in all I say – we will never be apart

 

 

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Comments: 69

Korak 257 Oct 23, 2009, 8:26am EDT
Robert ,
I am in a fasting period..BOY AM I HUNGRY right now. I woke up thinking of my x-wife....to find this work first . Well, I did brush my teeth first. Sometimes GOD does answer prayers for reasons in not answering them . One is that their is one perfect for you waiting in some heart filled place like you right now . When problems surround one's life we tend to move our thoughts in a direction of more destruction . We think if things were different I would not be in this fix with my life for hers is doing well .She is happy going about her life with a fine job. You will have no job finding it hard to even find work being broke most the time. Your bills will climb with Streaker being hurt finding help in places you would never seek . A time will come that even a homeless man you may be.....BUT GOD loves you. I say this with with my heart. I do not want my personal name to be known only for the helll that may come my way in my write...i will say things that could make a car drive up not for friendship...lol. If you.ROBERT find times hard , I own a three bedroom home living in the smallest one.I tend to punish myself in life... a master bedroom with a full bath is there for you.

I say this being in GOD's FLOW. Let your X be...someone is out there waiting for the man who writes with a heart so pure. Do not get me wrong for we all have our bad habits..lol

I say let GOD take charge....LET EVERYTHING LOOSE..don't fight it and let the flow lead you in the right path.

There is many wasted moments dwelling in thought of her...wasted time bringing on depression. Renee' has a very,super poem on that...DEPRESSION ! Go find it and read.

I wrote your name and Renee' s in a poem........GATHER around ? .......KORAK
I like the title ....lol.
let go my friend !
robert w. Oct 23, 2009, 8:27am EDT
An absolutely beautiful poem. I could feel the emotion and passion.
Kushal Poddar Oct 23, 2009, 8:28am EDT
Brother,there are many. I know. I know help is coming.... must be.... there are good men/women all around.
Stunning poetry.

This and that of them and us
Korak 257 Oct 23, 2009, 8:29am EDT
Robert,
You are asking the wrong one to save your life...ASK GOD!
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 10:58am EDT
Yet a loving partner may be just the method God will choose to effect that miracle.
Sandi S. Oct 29, 2009, 9:00pm EDT
Good point, Korak!

And Rory!
Korak 257 Oct 29, 2009, 9:02pm EDT
point well taken...I have been served .
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 29, 2009, 10:19pm EDT
I do ask God; I am just one of those "Lord please give me patience, Right Now"
Korak 257 Oct 29, 2009, 10:22pm EDT
just love him...he'll give you what you need !
Franklin Newman Oct 23, 2009, 8:33am EDT
That was beautiful. Ignore the God squad. What know they of love? But I understand you. I walk in loneliness, too.
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 10:58am EDT
It is perhaps the most common affliction of our age. We live in a sea of humanity and yet far too many are alone in it.
Dianna Doles-Petry Oct 23, 2009, 8:36am EDT
Love happens most unexpectedly,
For a city boy or a country maid,
Always listening to a love song,
Both waiting and both afraid.

Both dancing all alone each night,
Withering like grapes on a vine,
Both longing, both unaware,
Souls yearning for a come-on sign.

Lonely hearts suckle love's fantasy,
Waiting in anticipation for loyality,
Eventually life will bring them love,
They will walk as lightly as royalty.

The rhythm of a song brings hope,
Love will happen but it takes a while,
A subtle melody to warm heart and soul,
To grace your life with passion and style.

My friend, love will find you,
When you least expect it to appear,
Until that moment you are swept away,
The love of many will always be near.

Dianna
Lewis (taking over Gather) K. Oct 23, 2009, 3:32pm EDT
What an eloquent response. Beautiful, Dianna.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:08pm EDT
D, you are the sweetest. I think I owe you a dance.
Dianna Doles-Petry Oct 24, 2009, 12:53am EDT
Thank you, Lewis! Robert, you owe me nothing. I just wrote what came to mind as I read your words.
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 10:59am EDT
Nicely done, Dianna.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 28, 2009, 12:15pm EDT
again, what Rory said.....
Vinod Sailes Oct 23, 2009, 8:58am EDT
Robert very enchanting poem - should I rename it as "love at dawn". Good flash as well.
pure heart~
Dennis Gilman Oct 23, 2009, 10:15am EDT
What Diana said (only I'd have used fewer words :-D))
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:09pm EDT
oh one or two fewer. but unlike Diane, my friend, I'm not offering you a dance. lol.
Dianna Doles-Petry Oct 24, 2009, 12:54am EDT
Hey now, maybe Dennis would enjoy a dance! Thank you, Dennis, and thank you, Robert. LOL
Rachel W. Oct 23, 2009, 11:00am EDT
Love it!!!
Deloris Wright Oct 23, 2009, 11:56am EDT
Great poem Robert. Just hang in there. I had to wait alone for twelve years. But then Mr. Wright came along.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:09pm EDT
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Kathryn E. Oct 23, 2009, 12:44pm EDT
It will happen for you...........when you least expect it..


Featured in the Triple Name Club.
Richard Lynn Livesay Oct 23, 2009, 12:53pm EDT
when the student is ready, the Master will appear. the WANTING of something only prolongs the WANTING... Knowing that it will happen(faith) will draw it to you. Thank (God) in advance and you will be blessed... so be it
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:01am EDT
In my faith we are taught to pray earnestly and humbly for the things we ask of God and then to go about our business as though the prayer has already been answered. I think this amounts to the same thing you are referring to, Richard.
Richard Lynn Livesay Oct 28, 2009, 12:58pm EDT
It is , I think, the definition of "faith"...believing in something before it manifests...as is belief in a spiritual higher being ...we have faith when we take our next step that it will be on solid ground, huh?
Barbara B. Oct 23, 2009, 1:25pm EDT
Written form your heart my dear friend Robert..I really loved it.
I tell you this, that God knows what we're in need but wants us
to come to Him in honest prayer about what it is we stand in need
of Robert. He hears all prayers and answers them in due time. I do
love you and Streaker very much. You're both in my daily prayers.
Now is the time for you to pray Robert.
Hugs N love,
Barbie
Richard B. Oct 23, 2009, 2:06pm EDT
Paris Hilton?

Say what?

I went skiing once,

for a long time I played Tennis once

twenty or so years later I played Tennis again

I also got married once

I got divorced once

I’ve lived for long times with her
Three times

I’m never getting married again

Keep ejaculating otherwise
You’ll get prostate problems
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:11pm EDT
Paris of Troy. Helen. Remember, the face that launched a thousand ships? The prince of Troy who stole Helen was 'Paris'.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:11pm EDT
and I never said there were problems finding sex. lol

the problem is finding love.
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:01am EDT
However, things went very badly for Paris and Helen. Much worse than the recent movie portrays it.
Sharon P. Oct 23, 2009, 2:55pm EDT
Somewhere, love is waiting.
True and pure.
Perhaps not in this lifetime.
She may be waiting elsewhere.
But she know you live.
She also waits for you.
For only you are her other half.
No other can take your place.
Erica Hidvegi Oct 23, 2009, 3:10pm EDT
begging gets you little . . .
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 23, 2009, 4:13pm EDT
This isn't a beg.
It's a country song....
Do you really think HW Jr drinks all them beers. Oops, bad example.
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:03am EDT
"I like to play good music and have good times
I like to see an old train roll down the line
I am in to basics and I don't like fads
and I like to have..."

Those who know it can fill in the blank, those who don't... it relates to Richard B.'s parting advice above!
Lewis (taking over Gather) K. Oct 23, 2009, 3:34pm EDT
I can't add anything that wouldn't sound cliche', so... keep hanging in there, brother.
Stacey (Jesus is coming soon! ) U. Oct 23, 2009, 4:18pm EDT
Gorgeous photo goes right along with the poem.
Angela A. Oct 23, 2009, 4:38pm EDT
Sometimes love has to be in other things. A smile, a laugh, a hug..
A wonderful companion.
I do still hope for you.
Thanks for posting to my group, Anythingwriting
Randi Burnham-Brown Oct 23, 2009, 5:53pm EDT
Love the picture!
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:04am EDT
Yeah, that is amazing, isn't it?
Randi Burnham-Brown Oct 28, 2009, 9:51pm EDT
Yeah it is a great picture!
Kris P. Oct 23, 2009, 5:58pm EDT
Dear Robert, you make my heart hurt....she is out there, I know....and when you find her she will never let you go!
vivi emerson Oct 23, 2009, 6:01pm EDT
Good piece. I was drawn in with your words about looking across at candles glowing in the window. If this is a true piece, then my heart and understanding go out to you. Although it is better to be single than to wish you were, single is tough. If this is just a poem, then well done.
Georgiana S. Oct 23, 2009, 7:31pm EDT
Let it go, show you are full of life and love on your own andbyou will draw someone to you.
Jan S. Oct 24, 2009, 1:46am EDT
This is so filled with love that I envy the lady who becomes your wife and lover!
She's out there and when it's time, you'll find each other... this I know.

I'm almost speechless, this is so well-meant for a song.

Hugs,

Mar~
Patti M. Oct 24, 2009, 3:25pm EDT
The right person is out there waiting for you. Love happens when we least expect it. Open your heart to love, love yourself, and try to relax and enjoy the life you have been given at this time.

I pray for you to find her and have a happy life. Take care my friend.
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:06am EDT
Ah, the nail has been hit on the head! Loving yourself is the one true precursor to finding love anywhere else. If you don't love yourself the message you are sending out to the world is that you are unworthy of love. You cannot love another until you love yourself. If you don't love yourself and someone else does you will end up wondering what is wrong with them that they can love someone so unworthy as you. You will resent them and lose respect for them.

God loves you, and He knows everything, so you've got to be lovable, right?
Ruthi C. Oct 24, 2009, 4:14pm EDT
"...I’m almost out of rhyme and my heart is almost stone..." I don't apologize for disagreeing with you. I don't believe you're almost out of rhyme, nor do I believe your heart is almost stone. Blessings & a bit o' sunshine m'friend!
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 24, 2009, 7:38pm EDT
and yet another reason why this is mostly just a country song.
Ruthi C. Oct 24, 2009, 7:53pm EDT
:-)
Lady of Lake Merritt ... Oct 25, 2009, 1:36am EDT
If we were closer, I'd take you out for coffee, sit and chat, stare out the window of the coffehouse and share a laugh or two. I'd pet your dog and hold your hand and let you know that as alone as you sometimes feel, you've got friends out in the world
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 25, 2009, 8:07am EDT
and you are one of the sweetest friends out there. you drive me crazy with your questions somedays but you never fail to make me smile. and you're so very gorgeous; a man would be proud sitting in a coffee shop with you.
Lady of Lake Merritt ... Oct 25, 2009, 12:42pm EDT
awww thanks rob!
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 11:09am EDT
And one just has to love the advice your icon gives! ;-)
Lady of Lake Merritt ... Oct 28, 2009, 12:48pm EDT
oh rory... flattery will get youo everywhere with me
;)
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 28, 2009, 12:50pm EDT
Over my dead body. I'm not jealous of Yeti, after all you and Yeti are related. But beyond Yeti, you're mine. lol
Lady of Lake Merritt ... Oct 28, 2009, 1:06pm EDT
LOL, guess i'm taken on gather, sorry
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 28, 2009, 1:08pm EDT
That apology is to RORY right?
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 2:09pm EDT
It's okay, I'm taken anyway. Still love the advice. Yeti is a lucky guy.
Shelbia C. Oct 26, 2009, 1:53am EDT
I think it is great
Rory M. Oct 28, 2009, 10:56am EDT
The true artist takes the emotions he is familiar with and lets them loose in his art, lets them explore the full extent to which they can run. It is honest, expressive and therapeutic. It keeps one sane. It keeps those emotions from supparating inside and infecting the soul. It is what Stephen King refers to as "feeding the alligators".

You have done that here. We all know enough of your personal struggles you've shared to know that these lyrics are honestly written. But what everyone should also realize is that by expressing them in song, in verse, you help to keep the worst of them from coming true.

I can't say, don't know if love is around the next corner or not. He works in mysterious ways His wonders to achieve. If I knew His will I would be a far greater man than I am. But I know this: prayer doesn't change God, it changes us. Through your prayers you are inviting Him to work on you, to prepare you to be ready for and worthy of what you desire. Remain open to that process and you will hasten the fulfillment of His work within you.

Good work here.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Oct 28, 2009, 12:14pm EDT
One big pile of Humble thanks, my friend.
Sandi S. Oct 29, 2009, 9:00pm EDT
I hope you find her... soon.

:)

Look in a church, they have nice ones there.
Chas Andrews Nov 4, 2009, 2:47pm EST
entirely understand
Oh the pieces of wisdom that comes from your wisdom amd loving hand

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