Confession (poem) by Sue Hess on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on May 8, 2005

Regret...How we all hate that word! Its a lesson learn the hard way... you are not alone with this thought.

Reviewed on May 7, 2005

Powerful write Sue, we are always accountable for our actions, good or bad, but we all make mistakes, part of being human, you're certainly not alone...best wishes Andrea

Reviewed by SHERRY HEIM

Reviewed on May 7, 2005

It is amazing how quickly we can ruin what has taken such a long time to build. Some words cut too deeply for the scar a ever form; they bleed on forever. Try though we may, we can never take back those cruel words spoken in haste or in a moment of heated argument. Very good write with a strong message.
Take care,
Sherry

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on May 7, 2005

Words are very powerful depending on who utters them and the intent behind them. You express this well in this poem, Sue. Thank you. Love and peace to you. Regis

Reviewed by Robin Labenberg

Reviewed on May 7, 2005

wow..powerful and emotive..sticks and stones may break our bones but words will surely kill...your honesty was appreciated although I know as a writer sometimes it can be difficult to put all of yourself out "THERE"...many hugs to you!

Reviewed by Nordette Adams

Reviewed on May 6, 2005

Sometimes it's just that fast, Sue, but never just that simple. I'm quick draw McGraw when it comes to a tongue-lashing, but I wish I'd drawn my sword sooner in marriage or at least not sheathed it so often. I would've been out of misery a lot sooner. LOL. However, my mouth didn't do me in on that one, probably lack of mouth. Still, I know what you mean. Smart to put on the disclaimer about the timing. People have assumed my recent poem "You Are Now A Poem" is about someone in particular. Uh, why do they think I have a love life? Imagination is key for a writer. Hehehe.

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on May 6, 2005

I am sure you speak for us all here, Sue... what is "out there" can never be taken back - forgiven, yes, perhaps, but forgotten?! Noooooooo! I am so sorry for your pain - and his, but, in his turn, he has probably, like the rest of us, done the same, or similar. We've got to let it go and resolve to learn, I guess. TY... reminds me to zipper up a bit... nigh on impossible, perhaps, but I should resolve to try. LOL Kate xx

Reviewed by John Bidwell

Reviewed on May 6, 2005

Awesome power in this.
For some reason, perhaps the pending Mother's Day- I keep quoting my mother.
For this poem-my mother used to say, "You just missed a good opportunity to keep your mouth shut."
John

Reviewed by Roger Ochs

Reviewed on May 6, 2005

We've all done that. But you reflect upon it with artistry.

Reviewed by Joseph* OneLight*� (Reader)

Reviewed on May 6, 2005

You are right Sue ... we should all think more before we speak.

Peace,
Joseph

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

words have a powerful effect which few realize until they've done their damage ...

raw and real!

Reviewed by Judy Lloyd (Reader)

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

You are probably not the only one guilty of this. A splendid write Sue.

Reviewed by Brian Pellerino

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

"Words like violence, break the silence" - Depeche Mode

So true. We are all wordsmiths in our own rights. The very tool we use to comfort, console, search, sing, and ponder can also be used for ill. And can injure a thousand times dearer than a fist.

B

Reviewed by Larry Rochelle

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Been there, done almost that. Good emotion here.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Strong comparison here but no one can truly kill a love, if meant to me it would have survived as well as the memories.
Felix

Reviewed by Dale Clark

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

This is powerful yet this happens
and you do need to just forgive
yourself. Regret does no good
and sometimes the truth hurts.
But as Linda says our emotions
do distort the truth.

Reviewed by L. Figgins

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Fine write, Sue. I think that our emotions distort the truth. I second Eileen's observation. Such a lack of forgiveness on his part must have been used as an "out". What was the depth of love for words to have bruised so murderously?

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Oh boy does this hit home with a hammer!!

No matter what he does it will never be okay again!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Lori Moore

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

This touches on a universal truth. We so often condemn ourselves to a life of regret. Well done.

Reviewed by Dawn Richerson

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Sue... so interesting to read this as I just last night wrote an essayish journal piece entitled "Confession" and dealing with precisely what you've written about. I agree with Eileen - we are better for the acknowledgement of our wrongs but with such I believe we must find grace and forgiveness from a higher source and cut the strings of guilt. Not that I succeed with that so well... Thanks for this, Dawn

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Deeply felt, excellent write! Sue I know this scene, and often have wondered just why it should be that words said in anger, can have such a devastating effect so as to even change our whole lives.
In my case, I think there was more to it, that the person who felt injured and walked away, must have found the out he was looking for.
I stopped feeling guilty!

Alrisha

Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

sad write, sue; but admitting your mistakes makes you a better person. it shows you have feelings, and it shows that you are courageous. i too have done and said things i wish i could take back, but can't. but i must learn to learn from past mistakes and move on and not let the past rule me. good write!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your tx. friend, karen lynn. :(

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

Many people will be able to relate to this sad write which you have woven perfectly.

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Reviewed on May 5, 2005

O, Sue--

Many will identify with this heartfelt, honest, painful letter--I have said things I definately regret. :( Powerfully expressed--

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :( *tears* you've made me cry--