The Map
You wanted my heart
You took it for a ride
Across the country side
You said you would take me places that I’d never been before
And you did
Places that I didn’t want to go
You showed me sites that were precious to you
They made no sense to me
You whispered to me to come closer so that I could see what you were pointing at
No matter how hard I tried to see it, I couldn’t
I didn’t see the beauty in the things you found fanciful
I didn’t stand in awe at the things that took your breath away
We travelled the country together
You showed me the terrain
You protected me from the rain
But the roads travelled
Were reminders of the many choices we are expected to make in life
Decisions
At cross roads
That I didn’t want to make with you
The way you held the map was complicated
The way you read it made no sense to me
It was upside down
It needed to be turned around
If you’d only known
To read the signs
The map might have been more helpful
In guiding us on our journey
But maybe not
Because the sites that took your breath away
Did nothing for me
Writings of a Mrs 
And we have to assume you did not continue the journey? Yes? Nicely constructed
Thank you.
Yes the relationship came to an end long ago!
Whew
Very nice! Thanks for stopping by today. I know you’re busy, so the time you invested was really appreciated. Blessings
My pleasure! how are you feeling lately?
Really ill. Sometimes I’m sure my postings reflect that. Lab said by the 8th doc should have results…so tired of waiting for answers, but still smiling. Thanks for your contribution to that. Hugs
I’m thinking of you. The waiting is the hardest part sometimes isn’t it?
It is the most difficult. Any answers, would do. Thank you for thinking of me, it means so very much. Hugs
I think this is one of my favs of yours!
Thank you. That is always nice to read! I’m glad it spoke to you.
I hate maps, but I love travel. Lol!
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The roads we travel. Check out The Map.
“I didn’t see the beauty in the things you found fanciful” I know this feeling…
I’m sure most have felt this way at some point or another. That sentence can be taken in a few different ways mind you..
Perspectives in two different ways- great use of conflicting emotions and reasoning.
Thank you so much, it is my favorite way to write.
I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Jennifer
Very good, Jennifer, I can relate to this. I tjhought ‘I didn’t stand in awe at the things that took your breath away’ was poignant and reflectively inspiring, I was momentarily in a reverie! Best wishes from Baldy 🙂
Reverie is a good place to be!
Cheers.
Sounds hauntingly familiar….good write…..
Thank you.
Very cool. The ending was a punch in the gut.
Sometimes it has to end that way…
Very profound. Many can relate.
Thank you.
Another brilliant poem from a very talented lady.
Thank you sweet pea. I need to get back to your blog! I’ve been super busy lately!
It’s okay life can be real busy and you my dear have a bigger load than most.
Wow! I love the creativity in this piece.
Your post reminds me of the popular adage that says; “one man’s meat is another man’s poison.”
To enjoy the beauty of life, we’ve got to evaluate our experiences and relationships to know what paths to avoid and those to keep taking.
“An un-examined life is not worth living” -Socrates.
Beautiful post. Quite thought-provoking! 🙂
If he had only read the signs…
Nice poem.
Hi Russell!
Well now in retrospect I’m glad he didn’t! I am happily married and he is in a long term relationship! We learn a lot from those we spend quality time of our lives with don’t we?
Thank you for taking the time to share.
Jennifer
Wow. That was a beautiful piece of poetry. I’m a fan of your poems. I’m so glad you stopped by my blog ! 🙂 I hope to write as good as you one day 🙂
“This map you talk about and places traveled far, brings back silent memories and all things left at par”. I love your work at first read!!!
Thank you Ryan such kind words.
I’m glad you enjoy reading because I really enjoy writing! Good match!
Cheers and welcome to me blog.
Jennifer
Let’s say we both enjoy the joys of writing 🙂
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My thoughts are … Thank goodness there’s someone whose writing I can connect with
best poem ever!! its full of emotions…. let me guess… the relationship ended 😛
Yes, you guessed correctly, many years ago!
Sometimes these things have to happen to lead you to where you are really meant to be!
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to comment!
Jennifer
it was a pleasure 🙂
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A re post of my poem
Powerful piece, it speaks to me in so many different ways.
Thank you I’m glad it spoke to you.
🙂
Sometimes we are the masters of our own fate.
Well said.
Hi and thanks for stopping by my blog.
I like this poem, it kinda reminded me of a similar journey of mine. But I am glad and thankful that we are now facing the same direction and travelling at the same pace.
Amazing! I love this! Been there; felt that.
Thank you so much for your kind words.
I think many of us have felt this way at one time or another!
Cheers,
Jennifer
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