Exceptional A picture inspired poem Poems from a Pensive Poet : The Final Farewell by BethShelby Quatrain Poetry Contest contest entry

Susan cries for the loved one she's lost, but the tears can't erase the pain. She longs to be in his arms once more and feel his caresses again. Her Buddy's gone, and he can't come back. The war's claimed another brave life. "Don't fear, sweetheart. I will return." was the promise he made to his wife. He kept the promise he made that day, but how can he let Susan know? He longs to comfort his grieving wife and to stop the tears from their flow. He needs her to know she must go on. Her heartache must come to an end. Death can't destroy the love that they shared but broken hearts someday will mend. He can't be a part of the present and she must not live in the past. The final farewell isn't easy but nothing on earth's meant to last. -o- Recognized Author Notes 9-8-9-8 count abcb rhyme scheme

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