Friends That Might Have Been

Reilley on Apr 7, 2009

Tags: acquaintance, facebook, friends, lovers, meet, miss, poem, Poetry, reilley, relationship, sponge

I gave up Facebook for Lent, and I miss it.

We do not share our journey with just anyone
We pick and choose who we spend time with,
This one is too sharp edged, to negative
That one has no spine, lacks color, or taste.
We pick who, and how, and when.

Of course, they pick us as well.
How else can you account for feeling so at home
So close to someone you just met
A face in the crowd, or a face in the book?
Our pockets are full of friends.

Contemplating the sun that may have been
Or the moonrise that we just missed
Makes of our heart sea sponges in fresh water
Surrounded by what we think we might need
Gasping for breath nonetheless.

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OhSugar on Apr 7, 2009
This is very nicely done. I am sure you will be communicating with your friends soon.
Evelyn Moore on Apr 7, 2009
Never thought of giving this up for Lent – maybe next year
Debra Mann on Apr 7, 2009
I couldn’t agree with you more, Reilley. Friends are definitely a treasure to hold.
Adam Henry Sears on Apr 7, 2009
I really, really like the focus of this free verse, it has all the trappings of good friendships written all over it… Great job! Take care and have a good day.
Ruby Hawk on Apr 7, 2009
I have to agree with your message and your style. You have the voice and the words my friend.
Mz.Diva on Apr 7, 2009
Real friends are a good thing to have in your corner that is if you can distinguish friends from associates.If you ever get a chance check out my page for true stories.
CutestPrincess on Apr 11, 2009
some friends make you smile, some friends make you cry!

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