Let Go And Forgive. Poem by Vanessa Hughes

Let Go And Forgive.

Rating: 5.0


Rising rage overwhelms me
As I think about what they did
I try to keep away from them
I keep my feelings hid

But a fire roars within me
Towards a certain few
How they judged me wrongly
And their actions, once I knew

I feel my fury soaring
As I put words to pain
Stifled emotions evolve
Over and over again

The hurt I feel inside
Is as fresh as the day it dawned
And the love I thought was real
I've well and truly mourned

Innocence and dignity
Got me through that time
I always had a peace of mind
I didn't commit a crime

And to all the people,
Who put me through that pain
I hope you learned enough to know
You wouldn't do that again

Forgiving can be hard to do
It's now time to let go
And bear no more angry scars
I need to let love flow

Today I close the door behind
I forgive, let go and forget
And take from those tough few months
My hardest lessons yet

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Mohammad Akmal Nazir 10 April 2011

Great sentiments. I liked the way you described your feelings. Great vivid imagery and a perfect style. A very well-balanced write indeed. Excellent Thanks for sharing... If you have time, please read my new poems.

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Romeo Della Valle 17 April 2011

A very well penned and poignant write that shows the heart and talent you got! Keep it up! Thanks for sharing,10+++ Love and Peace for always! ...

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Sally Plumb Plumb 22 April 2011

I've been through the same as you.It comes back to me at times and Ican't forgive.

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Adeline Foster 21 June 2011

Ah, Vanessa: When one realizes that you can forgive and not forget, that is when one learns from those tears that must be shed on our journey to maturity. Glad you liked my poem -Brush Strokes. Try -Lies- and see if you don't get a chuckle because that was my intention. Adeline

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C.R. Clark 25 July 2011

A remarkable write, Vanessa. Until one can truly forgive those who have done them wrong, the wrongdoers retain some control over ones emotions. When forgiveness occurs, they lose all that control and one's spirit is again free. Forgiveness = Victory, but it's never an easy thing to do...A 10 indeed. Richard

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Sally Plumb Plumb 09 June 2014

I understandyour piece very well... but I find I can't shut that door.

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Lyn Paul 27 October 2012

What an inspiring poem. Thank You

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Deodatus Agricola 14 August 2012

i think your poem should be taken around the world for teachind brethrens! ! ! IT IS SO INSPIRATIONAL AND TRUE! ! !

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Atseinuo Sekhose 29 April 2012

luv this poem.somehow, it describes exactly how i feel.....the note of forgiveness is inspiring.

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wow... this is so amazing.. love rules in the end... i love this poem.. you are a gifted writer.. can i share this poem of yours to my friends and love ones? ... please...: D thank you so much...

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