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Dear John

a nonet

By Randy BakerPublished about a year ago 1 min read
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Dear John, it’s hard to write this letter,

to tell you that this is over.

I tried to wait, but I can’t.

It’s too much here alone.

Follow your own path.

I think that’s best

for us both.

Goodbye,

John

heartbreaksad poetry

About the Creator

Randy Baker

Poet, author, essayist.

My Vocal "Top Stories":

* The Breakers Motel * 7 * Holding On * Til Death Do Us Part * The Fisherman

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  • Lamar Wigginsabout a year ago

    Although sincere, it was a punch to the gut. Nice entry!!!

  • Brynne Nelsonabout a year ago

    This is well-done.

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