–If I knew
If I knew.
A Poem by Coyote Poetry
We learn too late to be quiet. Anger and violence leads only to more pain and sadness.
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If I knew
If I knew.
I would of loved more and said less.
Sweet memories slip into my mind of us.
Two people loving and holding tight like it was our last moment.
I remember walking hand in hand with you.
On lonely beaches.
Never more happy.
The sweet times are rare now.
Eyes of youth had faded away with life burdens and losses.
I look into the mirror and see a tire man.
I wish to go back and feel again.
To hunger for sweet kisses and love til the morning light.
Walk down the naked beaches of Monterey coast.
In a mist of silence with a gentle hand in mine.
I didn’t know laughter and dreams would fade away.
If I knew I would of try to stop time.
Hold you like you were my last breath.
John Castellenas
Coyote
I think that might be the perfect combination. Lovely.
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Thank you for reading and the comment. If we are lucky. We learn to lead with kindness and concern.
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I think sometimes it takes a bit for this to sink in. You are right though, if we are lucky we eventually do learn.
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I learn the hard way. Two brothers to suicide. I learn to listen and hold concern. Not demands, too late.
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I am so sorry. So many lost. I weep.
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Made me a bit sad. How old age weighs down the eternal love we once boasted of 😔
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In a way it can and old age teaches us to appreciate the true things. Family near, alot of laughter and find time to enjoy your life. Thank you for reading and the comment.
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Poignant, John!
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Thank you Rita. I appreciate the comment.
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