Before Leaving
Before I leave you in the morning
Lay the blue dress I once bought you
On the floor and stand before me naked
For the last time without shame or pity in your eyes
Come rest a while beside me there are things I have to say
Thank you for your smiles and tears
They meant a lot to me more even than the white hair
You once offered me and more than all our night times
And the places we have been
Try and understand me
There are things I have to do and places yet to see
But how I envy those remaining left to find you
Now that I set you free
In spite of all those absences
I still loved you from a distance although you came and went
Like some faithful truant lover just like those flowers in the garden
On that crazy afternoon last summer
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More swoons! lol.
maybe you got up too quickly.. thanks
A superb write - one of your best.
How very kind, thank you
Neville,
An excellent write which I enjoyed reading! Thank you for sharing!
~Laura~
Many thanks indeed Laura, your visit and consideration of these words is very much appreciated and true.... All Good THings, Neville
My pleasure!
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Super write Neville.
Thank you kindly Goldfinch60, how very kind of ya... Neville
A poignant hue to this read but a lesson in how to end an affair if ever I saw one - tender and loving up to the end.......... memories then always taste sweeter doncha think Nev..........so glad I caught this little gem.
My word Fay, this is an oldie indeed, but I am so glad you caught it.... Neville
My pleasure as always is reading your innovative work on diverse subjects Nev. - - oldies or not - -night now mon ami and sleep well.................... x
At least she left you with those loving memories, that helped you compose this delightful piece
a very long time ago... tis true and thank you
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