by Dianna Doles-Petry
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July 29, 2009

Thursday Writing Essentials 11/05/09 : Sometimes

November 05, 2009 01:59 PM EST
views: 57 | comments: 26
The prompt is to use todays forum to commemorate someone
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sometimes
  
Sometimes I lie awake,
Pretending that you're here,
Sure that I hear you whispering,
Sweet nothings in my ear.
 
Sometimes I allow myself to dream,
Of moments I long to share,
I can almost hear you breathing,
Feel your fingers in my hair.
 
Sometimes I almost cry,
When I think of what we've missed,
The time we've spent apart,
The nights we should have kissed.
 
Sometimes I question destiny,
Is there really some big plan?
Why is it so hard to touch you,
As only a lover really can?
 
Sometimes I think I'm crazy,
To look for love at this late date,
But if you  reach for me tonight,
I promise not to hesitate.
 
Sometimes I lie awake,
In the wee hours of the night,
Sure that you're coming soon,
To make the whole world right.
 
©Dianna Doles Petry
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Comments: 26

Anca D. Nov 5, 2009, 6:55pm EST
Beautiful words, Dianna! But then, your poetry always touches my soul :)
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 5, 2009, 7:38pm EST
Thank you, Ankhs! You always touch my soul!
Ruthi C. Nov 5, 2009, 9:08pm EST
This fella you're commemorating had darned well better show up tonight, gheesh! :-)
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 5, 2009, 10:53pm EST
Not likely, Ruthi, he passed away in 2000. I still think about him a lot. The best way to keep someone's spirit alive is to remember them.
Kushal Poddar Nov 5, 2009, 9:19pm EST
Ruthi is right. What a warm poetry!
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Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 5, 2009, 10:53pm EST
Thank you, Kushal. I appreciate your comment, as always. I'll check out your new writing too!
8 8 Nov 6, 2009, 3:19am EST
very pretty poem Dianna and writing the poem, not only will you remeber him but look at all of the people you have just touched that will think of him too, what a wonderful tribute :) thanks for the read :)
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 6, 2009, 11:28pm EST
Thank you for the comment, Christy. I always feel better when I know people enjoy my writing. I hope my late friend is never forgotten.
8 8 Nov 7, 2009, 2:08am EST
you just made him remembered by everyone here! :)
d d. Nov 6, 2009, 8:33am EST
Diana, your words flow with ease. Words that hit our hearts and soul. I will save this as it is very sweet, tender and touching. thank you for your gifts. ps. sorry for your loss, he is smiling down on you.
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 6, 2009, 11:30pm EST
Thank you, d d. It is my honor to have any piece of my work saved. I thank you for your kind words as well. I'm sure he is smiling down on me. He always told me I should publish my writing and I finally got that done.
Elizabeth R. Nov 6, 2009, 5:29pm EST
This is beautiful and heartfelt. You reach out and touch my heart. This so describes the loss I feel for my late husband. Thank you, Dianna.
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 6, 2009, 11:31pm EST
Thank you, Elizabeth. I think that is the mark of a good writer, to touch hearts and relate to the reader. I feel like a success every time I read a comment like yours.
Elizabeth R. Nov 7, 2009, 3:07am EST
You are more than welcome, Dianna. You are a good writer and your poems are all heartfelt.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Nov 8, 2009, 9:23am EST
I love this for its warmth.
I love this for its gentleness.
I love this for its language.
I love this for its nuance of remembrance.
I love this for its hope.
But mostly,
I love this for its love.

Job very well done.
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 8, 2009, 8:50pm EST
Thank you, Robert, for stopping by to comment and for making me feel more proud of my work. You are much appreciated.
DIANE D. Nov 11, 2009, 3:23am EST
So full of meaning~
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 11, 2009, 9:23am EST
Thank you, Diane!
Love from Darlene! Nov 13, 2009, 3:37pm EST
I love how you have the confidence to share your emotions in poetry with the world. I love reading your poems.
Robert - just a simple man - B. Nov 18, 2009, 11:06pm EST
Been here but I came back for another read! Still love it.
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 18, 2009, 11:11pm EST
Thank you, I'm glad I didn't change anything since your last visit.
Kat Ballew Nov 18, 2009, 11:30pm EST
Wow, I can relate to this. It is beautiful, flowing. Love it, really!
Robert - just a simple man - B. Nov 18, 2009, 11:41pm EST
Definitely pretty Kat, Dianna nailed this one.
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 18, 2009, 11:50pm EST
Thank you, Kat and Robert...I'm off to dreamland now. I do believe Robert's poem this evening will carry me there.....
Beth G. Nov 18, 2009, 11:51pm EST
This was a very beautiful poem!
Dianna Doles-Petry Nov 19, 2009, 11:20am EST
Thank you, Beth. I'm glad you enjoyed the reading.

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