Until My Last Tears

Since as far back
As I can remember
I have sacrificed for you.
Everything I’ve done
Was for your benefit.
I was denied my childhood;
I had lost my innocence;
I had forfeited a life,
Because I was robbed of a chance.
I have given up many-a-thing
So you could have it all.
I have lost my dignity
So you could keep your pride.
I’ve done everything I could
To keep you happy
No matter the pain and heartache
It has caused me.
Sacrificing is what I do
And what I will continue to do
Until my last tears fall…
Copyright©JosieWentzel03April2008
 

Reviews

[Carrie Montgomery]

wow, Josie...this is a very over-whelming and powerful poem filled with sadness and anger.
"I've done everything I could
To keep you happy
No matter the pain and heartache
It has caused me.
Sacrificing is what I do
And what I will continue to do
Until my last tears fall�" such a strong ending, here. There are many of us who sacrifice all in the name of love and don't get anything in return. It is a terrible and empty cycle and a sometimes cold world in which to live. You have a wonderful talent and were successful in expressing feeling in a way the reader can easily relate to.

[An owl on the moon]

Absolutely brilliant. So deeply emotional, showing the true character of love (not the self-centered pattern we see so much of today). I believe your deep love, giving until your last tears fall reveal the beauty and grace of your heart and soul.

incredible my friend,

Craig

[James K. Blaylock]

This one is very powerful and heartfelt. Love truly can make us do crazy things.

jkb