Love hasn’t gone
Just set aside
For a while
A failure to recognize
The adjoining
Rhythm of strings
And skins, wind
Tapping at the cusp
Of forgiveness
And the opportunity
To make amends
Begrudgingly, in the face
Of pride, a remedy
Those simple words
To acknowledge
And finally say
I’m sorry
The Stories In Between 
One wonders what you did, River…
BTW, got your book in the mail, Monday. They accidentally sent two copies… I’m thinking of leaving one on the subway…
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I think that’s a great idea!
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Good question. I suppose that would depend on who you ask.
Leaving one on the subway sounds like a great idea. I would appreciate that.
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Excellent and beautiful full of emotions thanks for sharing
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Thank you for reading.
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Love this one River
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Thank you!
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I’ve been dealing with this lately. Sorry seems to be the hardest word.
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Even harder when you mean it.
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Ha.
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So nice…
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Thank you, Luisa.
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Reflecting upon the long party of my existence, there are many to whom I owe an apology. I must forgive myself first…
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You’re right. I think that may be the first step that many of us fail to take.
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absolutely brilliant River.
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Thank you!
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So true. A great piece that speaks volumes.
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Thank you very much.
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break the dam
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Thanks for reading, Mark.
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As Bojana said, an apology is one of the hardest things to offer.
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True. And sometimes just as hard to accept.
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That’s true as well.
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I love this!! Absolutely.
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Thank you, Rita.
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You’re most welcome!
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Yes, we all make mistakes, and sometimes it’s hard to realize that and admit you’re sorry, thanks for the beautiful words
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And thank you for reading.
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the first and last line bring the thoughts full circle, beautifully penned
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Thank you very much, Gina.
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Poignant and hauntingly true. Beautiful River.
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Thank you!
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River, this is incredibly beautiful. Each word is perfect and necessary and impactful. This may be my favorite poem of yours yet, which is saying something. You inspire me!
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Thank you, Susan. That means a lot coming from you.
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Thank you for the reblog.
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Sometimes it can be really hard to say I’m sorry. I loved the lines about the rhythm of strings and skins – fantastic imagery.
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Thank you very much for reading.
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Sorry – so often said, so seldom heard – guess it’s in the words. Thought provoking, River.
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Thank you very much, Eric.
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I really love this. I agree that every word is impactful and perfect, I love your economy with words. Beautiful.
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Thank you so much.
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This. Stunning.
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Thank you!
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I love this ❤
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Thanks, Wammy.
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No
Thank you ❤
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Can I use this next time I screw up and owe an apology?
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Sure. Let me know if it works.
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lol! If it doesn’t, I may have to hold you accountable.
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You’ll need to sign a waiver first.
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Sometimes, the hardest words to say – I’m sorry.
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True. Thank you for reading.
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My pleasure!
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This is beautifully pinned. It is a sincere expression from the heart.
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Thank you so much.
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Certainly, you are welcome.!
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Forgiveness is difficult. Once it starts, it’s like a dam bursting.
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True. Once you open yourself to forgiveness, you open yourself to so much more.
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“Tapping at the cusp
Of forgiveness” ~brilliant!
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Thank you so much.
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THIS. Says so much more than it appears to say. Multi-layers. I think that is one of the nuances of your writing I have come to appreciate time and again. Masterful.
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Thank you so much. It’s nice to see you around.
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I feel badly I’m not more often as I hate to miss your writing you are phenomenal
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No need to feel badly. I am glad to see you because I thought you were taking a break from here.
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I was. (That lasted a long time didn’t it?!). But decided I needed to stay in the game for the sake of SMITTEN and other things. Thank you for caring. Coming from one such as you that’s everything.
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Well, I’m glad you’re back. I know sometimes it’s overwhelming and thankless, but it’s worth it.
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Well said and I could not agree more with you my talented friend
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Amen! Well penned! ❤
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Thank you, Deborah.
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River, it was so good, and just what I’m feeling now, I resposted you with credit if thats ok https://dawnlhamo.com/poetry/repost-to-those-owed-by-river-dixon/
I moved out of the wordpress.com community and onto a self hosted site, I’m not sure if you are still with me?
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Thank you, I appreciate the reblog. I must have missed your switching sites, I’ll be sure to check it out.
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