Alone (poem) by Regis Auffray on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on March 26, 2025

SOME HOW, SOME WAY...'HE'...ALWAYS LET'S US KNOW JUST HOW MUCH HE LOVES US, AMEN. THIS AWARENESS IS ALWAYS SO RELEVANT AND NEVER GROWS OLD. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...HIS+INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Lena Kovadlo

Reviewed on October 9, 2012

"With its garbage
Cans, junk, and
Garbage"

After reading the first stanza it seemed to be as if you had mistakenly used the word garbage twice. Upon reading the stanza again I realized that the first 'garbage' refers to garbage cans. Why then not have 'cans' on the same line as the first 'garbage'?

An emotional write as usual. You tell a moving story and make us feel every word. And you leave us with hope at the end of the piece. You also leave our minds wondering/wandering. Brilliant!

Reviewed by Asa Seeley

Reviewed on May 23, 2012

it is good to know that we are never alone. thanks

asa

Reviewed by Laura Fall

Reviewed on November 26, 2010

There is always Hope of a brighter tomorrow Regis!

Reviewed by The Poetess

Reviewed on March 24, 2010

Really nice. I too have groped alone to and in the emptiness of humanity. . .received hope from God.

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings

Reviewed on November 2, 2009

Man Regis you made me cry! These words have such depth and profound meaning, yet written with excellence heartfelt!
"In the darkness
of daily existence
shines a light,
A God given hope."
What a good read Regis!

Much Love,
Always!!

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo

Reviewed on September 24, 2009

There is a deep sadness here, but a beautiful awakening in your concluding lines, as well. Very visual and emotive piece, Regis. ~Hugs, Elizabeth

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver

Reviewed on July 12, 2009

Regis,
I love the ending, you know me I love happy endings.
Nicole

Reviewed by A Serviceable Villain

Reviewed on October 26, 2008

Regis,

The photo and the poem are beautiful . . . superb!!

Best regards,

Lance

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on October 8, 2008

This feels like a quiet moment of realization. Nicely penned, Regis!
Sheila

Reviewed by Lois Christensen

Reviewed on June 15, 2008

Such shocking and colorful photos, as they pop up first I am delighted and then reading your poetry is soothing to the soul and so helpful to me.

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on April 26, 2008

I love that ending. You know well the balance of what to say and what to leave unsaid.

Reviewed by Victoria's Poetry & Voices of Muse

Reviewed on October 7, 2007

Hope is the everlasting strenght of Love's Light indeed
Many Blessings & Love
Vickie

Reviewed by Staci Gansky-Wagner

Reviewed on September 14, 2007

Incredible poem well written

Reviewed by Michael Guy

Reviewed on August 26, 2007

I really do like this "solitary I'ness" type of view both agonizing in it's emotional simplicity and perplexing in who the hidden subjects are of your thoughts. Already, I see you are superb with the "one word title genre" as I call it. I didn't check you site to see if you have a book, but when you do, it's going to be brilliantly poignant (sp?) But we'll need the photos.

Reviewed by Pam Uher

Reviewed on August 25, 2007

Well said...enjoyed this one!
Pam

Reviewed by Sandy Shepard

Reviewed on August 24, 2007

Very sad until the end and then it's beautiful. I enjoyed it.

Reviewed by Theresa curnow (Reader)

Reviewed on May 24, 2007

Very beautiful indeed. You have a gift for expressing emotion Reg. Well done, regards, Theresa.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on December 31, 2006

' Lonely souls in a world running away from them,' very talented, beautiful! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Gwendolyn Thomas Gath

Reviewed on September 2, 2006

"Alone"

A heartfelt write Regis.
Finely tuned, thought provoking, and
a bittersweet combination!

Sincerely,
Gwendolyn

Reviewed by Judith Pleasant

Reviewed on January 31, 2004

Beautiful poem.
You might be alone in your heart but you definitely are not alone in reality. You have your words to keep you company. You also have lots of people who care about you. All you have to do is read your reviews and you know this with certainty.
Blessings,
Judith

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on January 24, 2004

WOW, cool pic...excellent ending to 2003, sorry I seemed to miss all of your wonderful poems of late...thought I had you tracked, but...
Peace, and a belated Happy New Year, Ed, Rene' & Rufuz

Reviewed by Fr. Kurt Messick

Reviewed on January 20, 2004

lovely

Reviewed by Poetry Deborah

Reviewed on January 15, 2004

Very beautiful. I was touched by this because I can totally relate...especially the last verse ...
"Love with its warmth
Gives strength,
And you
Are my love."

Beautiful!

Reviewed by Denise Edwards

Reviewed on January 14, 2004

A great one! It speaks loud and clear, of love's ability to shine
in the darkest moments.

Reviewed by Robert Blackwell (Reader)

Reviewed on December 21, 2003

Even in sadness, there is hope. Even while hopeful, one must cope with sadness. The two are often inextricably linked.

Thank you for speaking to my soul once more.

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray

Reviewed on December 21, 2003

fantastic poem

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on December 21, 2003

excellent! enjoyed reading ...

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on December 20, 2003

An awesome write .. Regis

Happy Holidays

William

Reviewed by S H (Reader)

Reviewed on December 20, 2003

I love it, but not the sadness that causes you to create it. I can relate, but then you know that.

Reviewed by Evelyn Simon

Reviewed on December 20, 2003

Indeed. Thought provoking.
Excellent!

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

Deep thought provoking write, Regis..~Z~

Reviewed by Carolyn Red Bear (The Bear Paw)

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

You are never alone.... words I need to remember.... thank you for sharing this, Regis... stay strong...
In Spirit,
Bear

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

I walk alone
Searching the dark
For a hidden hope,
Groping in vain
For some unseen link
With certainty.

Regis...This one is exceptionally well written from the inner core of ure heart....you have penned a verse well worth remembering from the heart....especially the above lines are immortal....love n luck....BHUWAN

Reviewed by Oirdheirc Mor (Reader)

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

Hi Regis,
We are just south of Iceland, now that is lonely.
I will be glad to see dry land again, rubbish and all.
Nice one.
Mor.

Reviewed by Connie Washburn (Reader)

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

Very beautiful - sometimes alone can be a safe place too - especially if you know you are loved, even from as far away as beyond this earthly veil.

Reviewed by Erin Kelly-Moen

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

I've always walked alone, even when walking with someone... You make me feel that ache even more, Regis, wonderful piece.

Reviewed by Trixie Love

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

Oh Regis,
This is sooo beautiful...
I enjoy your work alot...

Happy Holidays

Hugs,
Trixie :)

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

This work really reaches out. You use your words with full power -- great write.

Carmen

Reviewed by OnepoetGem *the Poetic Rapper

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

this was a great read with plenty of meaning, enjoyed it Regis. take care G

Reviewed by Jim Dunlap

Reviewed on December 19, 2003

Reminds me of the Reverend Mr. Black ... right up to the end: then it becomes something else entirely. I think the last stanza should begin with something like "suddenly a light appears" or some kind of transitional phrase to lead into the last stanza.

Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

This was outstanding, I loved this, very powerful and moving,

Reindeer

Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

We all need that strength too..
I'm glad I moved away from the city 13 years ago..
Excellent write
Have Some Great Holidays Regis!

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

In Alone I Found Myself_

In Solitude I Found Peace Of Mind_

In Pain I Found (God)_

Majority Humanity Cannot Stand To Be Alone Always Looking For Something Someone That Will Never Be There_

You Walk Alone- You Tell Told Me What You See,i.e. Most Humanity Is So
Loaded On Drugs -It They Can't See Their Nose In Spite Of Their Face_

Here's Simple: Say These Words_
Dear (God) Continue To Open My Eyes,My Mind ,My Heart To Greater And, More Magneficent Thing's_ I Assure You He (God) Will_

Truly, (God) Is Your 1st Love In Knowledge,i.e. Your Just Rewards Are Not Of In This Physcial World!

TRASK

Reviewed by Leland Waldrip

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Love in the city! Excellent, Regis.
Best regards,
Leland

Reviewed by Amor Sabor

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Excellent work, Regis. Love overcomes even our surroundings.
Amor

Reviewed by Claywoman (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

this was done so well and so vividly! Great work Regis!

Reviewed by jan nunn (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

yes thank god :) very good

Reviewed by Sheila Jones (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

I very much can relate to your poetry Regis.

"I walk alone
Searching the dark
For a hidden hope,
Groping in vain
For some unseen link
With certainty.

In the darkness
Of daily existence
Shines a light,
A God-given hope."

So beautifully composed!

Sheila

Reviewed by E T Waldron

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Regis this is very moving! It's beautifully crafted and stirs all the senses.I love the hope in the last stanza!;-)

Reviewed by Crystal-Rain Love

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Another beautiful poetic masterpiece!

Reviewed by ya mama (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

another gem to add to your collection

Reviewed by Julie Donner Andersen

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Reminds me of walking the streets of NY. Great imagery and a dweet message. I loved this line:
"Groping in vain
For some unseen link
With certainty."

Julie :)

Reviewed by Monette Bebow-Reinhard (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Reminds me of a song I 'used' to like - "one look at you and I know that I could learn to live without the rest - I found the best." This is the perfect reflection of how lucky people feel in love. Good for you!
Mo

Reviewed by Sharron Tyrrell

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Nice Regis
I am fortunate enough to live in a clean
mountainous country ,, thank heavens I don't
have to deal with garbage in allies
Love gives us all strength
you showed it well here

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Great positive finish

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Magnificent Write Regis!!

Great imagery here!!

I never really walk "alone"....I always walk with "Me" and "Myself"

by my side...you must try that....it's fun fighting with yourself and

their emotions!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Esra Karatash Alpay

Reviewed on December 18, 2003

Great wite!