To My Friends

To My Friends

A Poem by Valeigh Starr
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honoring the friends who came into my life for just a little while (happens to be in common meter, if you'd prefer to sing it)

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To all the friends I’ve known before

My some-time confidantes:

We may not speak for years on end

But know, I’ve not forgot

 

Before my new friends came about

You stood there by my side

We talked, we laughed, we played, we danced

We whispered, worried, cried

 

We spoke of future hopes and dreams

Of which have come to pass

A few, perhaps, yet now we find

Most wishes could not last

 

Nor could our friendship, so it seems

For many nights have gone

Without your calls or playdates, friend;

I’ve often felt alone

 

But other times my new friends come

And I’m so glad they’re here

Still when they’ve gone, my thoughts return:

I wish that you were near!

 

Your name may some day slip my mind

With all this time away

Your face may blend in with a crowd

But still I have to say

 

The character you were to me

Is carved into my heart

The person you helped make of me

Is quite a work of art

© 2013 Valeigh Starr


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The character you were to me
Is carved into my heart
The person you helped make of me
Is quite a work of art

Above is amazing ending sharp, wit and smart, great write my friend

Posted 10 Years Ago


Valeigh Starr

10 Years Ago

Thank you Amos!
What a lovely friendship write this is. Lydi**

Posted 11 Years Ago


Valeigh Starr

11 Years Ago

Thank you!
Well done! This would make a great piece of spoken word art, it seemed to have a nice flow to it. Should you want to share on World Poetry Open Mic radio show Fridays at 8pm MST 303-386-3598 to listen to past shows and get up to speed check out www.worldpoetryopenmic.net I mean it you should join our poetic family!


Posted 11 Years Ago


Valeigh Starr

11 Years Ago

Wow, thank you! I've learned that I am not the person to read poetry aloud, but I love writing for o.. read more
J Todd Underhill

11 Years Ago

Ok some things to try then, aside from our show is to check out poetry on www.soundcloud.com I am th.. read more
Valeigh Starr

11 Years Ago

Me too! And I will definitely do that. School's in full swing right now and exams are starting to lo.. read more
Very lovely write reflecting the friendship,
I can relate to this.

Posted 11 Years Ago


Valeigh Starr

11 Years Ago

Thank you!
zainul

11 Years Ago

You are most welcome!
A splendid read and write...Thank you for penning...:)..........

Posted 11 Years Ago


Valeigh Starr

11 Years Ago

Thank you for reading! :)
Sami Khalil

11 Years Ago

My pleasure...:).......................

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Valeigh Starr
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You can find me laying on my back in a valley beneath the stars, dreaming a better world into reality. Hey everyone, Sorry I've been nonexistent for so long. I just rediscovered my need for poetry.. more..

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