Time to Move On

How do you know when something is at it's end

When let down by one who you thought was a friend?

How do you sit still when tears roll down your face

And try to stop the feeling of running out of the place?

How do you feel when you are shamed then ignored?

Then you wonder why you continue to give more.

I am a person who loves others so I give and give

I am always the first to reach out, to hug and forgive.

I waited but then I knew I just couldn't take more

Quietly I got up and went out the front doors,

Rather than continue to sit and cry in my chair

I just couldn't stop so I left to get fresh air.

It's rare I cry many tears as I keep them hid.

I was taught not to cry whatever they did.

Maybe I'm too ill to contribute much more

Maybe the time I put in is over for sure.

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Gorgeous Gabby, a Gather Geeky Gal, and The Giz Jun 14, 2007, 12:58am EDT

Y'know, if a friend makes you cry like that then what kind of friend are they really?

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Heather C. Jun 14, 2007, 1:03am EDT

Very true Debi, very true!

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Sherryl L. Jun 14, 2007, 1:34am EDT

wow, very well written, and unfortunately I've gone through these same feelings lately.

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Mae w. Jun 14, 2007, 1:57am EDT

Good one Heather and so true to form .. seems its always hard to say bye to any relationship be it friendship or partner issues.

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RBW C. Jun 14, 2007, 2:03am EDT

Well no worries Heather.. no need to have hard feeling on them. At least knw who they are... and who you can trust! In life everything is road to learning. So be strong!

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Barbara L. Jun 14, 2007, 2:37am EDT

finally letting go of a draining relationship can be a relief. you feel guilty, sad, hurt, and then there's a freedom. you don't have to worry and be careful of what you say.
it's okay to let go. i think i am writing that for me also. good poem.

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Pamela Ann Cruthis Holyfield Jun 14, 2007, 2:51am EDT

Since I moved away from my home town, I think I am seeing who is my real friend. The sad part is, the ones you thought were your friends, you see them in a different light. They still tell me, I shouldn't be thinking this way. But sometimes, you can't help feeling in still in your heart and mind.
So, yes I can relate to your inquirey. Thanks for bring this subject up to the rest of us here.

writerlover

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Shelbia C. Jun 14, 2007, 4:34am EDT

I can relat to this. It is hard feeling betrayed by a friend. It is harder still knowing you put yourself out there and entruseted your emotions and/or heart to someone who was not a friend at all.

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Spencer T. Jun 14, 2007, 9:16am EDT

I can sympathize with your emotions. Tough but a learning experience. Hugs

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Heather C. Jun 14, 2007, 11:28am EDT

Thanks Sherryl, Mae, Regina, Barbara, Pamela, Shelbia, and Spencer! Thank you for all your supportive and caring comments! Hugs to all of you!

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dana h. Jun 14, 2007, 6:29pm EDT

that was like you were speaking for me. every line was so true to my heart.
wow! how powerful words can be. hope all is well with you. amazing how we all have felt this way at one time.

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Heather C. Jun 14, 2007, 9:47pm EDT

Thanks Dana! All is actually pretty good with me today, my husband got a job offer!!
He was laid off May 31st, so this is very good news!

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Kathline Gore Jun 15, 2007, 1:36am EDT

This is wonderful

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Elsie Duggan Jun 15, 2007, 1:45am EDT

A wonderful poem Heather, and I am so happy your husband got a job offer, hope it works out well, life is tough sometimes, been through all that, but came out swinging, You will too.

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Heather C. Jun 15, 2007, 3:11am EDT

Thanks Kathline, I had a better day today!

Thanks Elsie, I'm so relieved because it means we won't have to move! That is one of the hardest things to face and I hope you won't ever have to move either!

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