Hard learned lessons rarely come from reading books
No, my love, life has other plans
In a moment my whole world was shook
A thief of time, and mine was what he took
Amused by all my self appointed plans
Hard learned lessons rarely come from reading books
The danger was so obvious, but I refused to look
I had to prove I didn’t need a man
In a moment my whole world was shook
I took something easy and made it too much work
He only wanted me to understand
Hard learned lessons rarely come from reading books
His desire to share his knowledge, my prideful heart mistook
I assumed he was making his demands
In a moment my whole world was shook
I lost my chance and now he’s gone for good
I only wish I had another chance
Hard lessons rarely come from reading books
In a moment my whole world was shook
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Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
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Comments (9)
I really liked how you shared the lesson about pride and how life sometimes teaches us things that books just can't. It is very brave to be so open about your feelings and the "what ifs" we all face sometimes. Congratulations on getting Top Story!
how did you know what i am feeling?
Congratulations on your top story, Kelli! This was heartbreakingly beautiful.🌹
Very well-done my friend!
Kelly, this is sooooo good. Beautiful in many ways, You are really good at this, I am glad I read and re-read you villanelle. I was learning from the best. Nicely done!
Bewdiful poetics 😍😍😍
Aw Kelli sorry this didn't make the deadline. This was beautiful and had a hard truth to it. Queen of rhyme shines. Congrats on Top Story
We all learn in a variety of ways other than books. Good job in making us think.
I love the refrain "hard lessons rarely come from reading books." That sums up life so well. Beautifully written.