Dear John–part 13 of 15

"Among humans it is always self-interest which rules."

CHAPTER 37They say timing is everything. Well, I guess that’s so. But, the timing can be either good or not good. It was real bad in the Hindu Kush, and, depending on one’s perspective, my latest foray into the matter...

You kept my tears as souvenirs.Played upon my darkest fears.Held my heart in contempt.Used me till I was totally spent.Yet I continued to come back for more.No matter how many times you slammed the door.I only wanted to be held...

Rainbow Teardrops

"True love of kismet across the ocean waves, descends into a broken heart and loneliness for one."

I thought it was kismetTwo souls finding one anotherAcross the ocean wavesA connection of true loveWe laughed and talkedEnjoyed one another's companySharing a bondA feeling unlike any otherBut I was not aloneOthers sought your comfortTo be bound in your armsWrapped...

In Hope!

"A poem about betrayal, sacrifice, deep pain and hope of forgiveness one day from a stupid mistake."

Like a wounded animalLimping through the dense forestI search for somewhere to fall downTo rest my weary soul, and painful heartThis once proud Lion that roaredBecomes a gentle animal that whimpersSuffering in silenceFrom pain I brought upon youWatching the suffering...

The Last Flight Chapter 9

"Karen receives a shock"

Very quickly but with great care, the two nurses lifted me gently into the wheel chair, guiding my leg and ensuring it was properly supported. “What is it?” I demanded, “Is she... has she...?” They didn't answered but busied themselves...

Overwhelmed, our vulnerable hearts fill up, fragile from the weight of emotion,yet there is no collapse or implosion,only the soundless falling of a single tear.A drop in the ocean without noise or ceremony,I can feel it reverberating somewherein the voice...