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Just - A Word
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The power of a simple four-letter word...


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“Let us be friends!”
A noble declaration
A wonderful suggestion
An open invitation
But when she added
“Just” between “us” and “be”
I distinctly heard several doors
Slam shut
The sun sank into the sea
It took the moon and the stars with it
Leaving a lightless void
Reverberating
With the implied echoes
Of goodbye...




Copyright 2004 by Regis J. Auffray
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 Reviews of "Just - A Word"
Reviewed by lois christensen
Reviewed on August 21, 2014
I had a friend just last year - acted exactly like this, was it really a friendship, now I ask myself?

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings
Reviewed on November 25, 2010
Excellent and powerfully written Regis!
I felt every word...What a beautiful
gift God has blessed you with! Thank you
for sharing and for caring! Be encouraged
and may the Lord strengthen you each day!


Much Love,
Margaret

Reviewed by Jms Bell
Reviewed on June 4, 2010
'WOW' ...THIS IS A KEEPER! A MOST IMPRESSIVE SHARING. DONE VERY WELL AND ENJOYED. THANK AND GOD BLESS, LOVE, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver
Reviewed on August 22, 2009
Regis,
Very emotional poem just the way I like them, that is why you are one of my favorite author on AD. Manifique mon cher ami.
Nicole

Reviewed on December 1, 2008
Hello Regis,

In just a word - brilliant!!


Best regards,

Lance

Reviewed by Sheila Roy
Reviewed on February 8, 2008
Regis,
I love this one! You have put a new spin on the 'kiss of death' line. Excellent imagery to demonstrate that sinking feeling. Love and Hugs.
Sheila

Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very (Reader)
Reviewed on March 24, 2005
Powerful.
Really hit that awful gut feeling that is felt.
Excellent. I heard those doors slamming as you spoke there.
Thank You
Tracey

Reviewed by Fr. Kurt Messick
Reviewed on February 13, 2004
strongly written

Reviewed by Marie Wadsworth
Reviewed on January 24, 2004
I liked how you turned this. Words mean so many things to different people. Succint work.

Reviewed by Denise Edwards
Reviewed on January 17, 2004
So true, the power of a word! You have expressed rejection so very well. A very touching write!

Reviewed by David Mohd
Reviewed on January 13, 2004
So touching and painful.A lot of doors are slammed against us in this single life,ha?But I hope,there would be someone who never leave us...
with love
David

Reviewed on January 10, 2004
"Just" really slams all the way Regis. I always say some things stand in the center of your chest this piece is one of them.

Reviewed on January 6, 2004

Regis this is a marvellous piece of work. May the sun rise again from the bottom of the ocean with all the lumnous bodies it had sunk with.

Reviewed by jude forese
Reviewed on January 6, 2004
my mother always use to say,"be careful what friends you make."

i like how you don't mince words in this write, poetic economics at its best!

Reviewed by Lynn Barry
Reviewed on January 6, 2004
Sunk, is right...that is always the kiss of death when one wants more than friendship...in fact it sucks!
I love your style...

Reviewed by Sandra Corona
Reviewed on January 6, 2004
Wow! Impressive write and art!
:)Sandy

Reviewed by Claywoman (Reader)
Reviewed on January 6, 2004
But other doors opened for you at the same time! Never look at slammed doors as a negative, but always as a new beginning...

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Gem of a write...short but deep....Loved this excellent write of urs ....BHUWAN

Reviewed by Evelyn Simon
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Excellent write, Regis. :)

Reviewed by SilverCeltic Moon
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Very good write here. It expresses the depths of depression that comes from a deceptively simple phrase. ;) Silver

Reviewed by Linda Hill
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
~Excellent write, my dear friend.
Your writing is awesome!

Yf, *Linda*

Reviewed by Floria Kelderhouse (Reader)
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Hi Regis, tis a sad story that most of us have experienced. But I would much rather comment on your writing..My goodness man...You are getting GOOD...this touched and gripped at my heart in just a few words. I mean..I had tears...Keep writing those deep feelings from the soul. They are the ones that produce the best writing..Clap Clap for this one....floria

Reviewed by Dale Clark
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Great write! Yes I've heard
the doors slam. ;)

Reviewed by No Longer Member (Reader)
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Always tough being on the edge or the outs....it's something that most of us understand

Reviewed by Ted Sheridan (Reader)
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Hey, take her out and get her drunk, that's what the NBA does.

Reviewed by Carmen Ruggero
Reviewed on January 5, 2004
Deborah is right. The problem is, most people pretend we can't read between the lines. And it just turns me inside out. They want you to get the point, then turn around and tell you you're wrong. Go figure! Good work, Regis.

Carmen

Reviewed by Debashish Haar (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
GREAT writing, Regis!

Reviewed by Crystal-Rain Love
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
I must admit I've said those words a few times before. This poem kinda makes me feel bad now... I still like it though!

Reviewed by Regina Pounds
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
The good thing: the sun always rises again and the moon will go through its phases to shine beautifully in full glory again.

May 2004 hold renewals for you, Regis.

Gina

Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
An awesome portrayal of loss, Regis...
you have succinctly hit the core, here.

Reviewed by Marilyn Seray
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
oh this depicts heartache so eloquently.
I especially liked "The sun sank into the sea
It took the moon and the stars with it" fantastic line
so sorry... :(

Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
A Word To Te Wise Is Sufficient_

To the Unwise Damnation!

In Looking For Girl Of Your Dream's,i.e. You Will Never Find Her Simply Because She Lives In Your Dream's!PS: Your Dreams Are REAL!

Your Rewards Are Not Of In This Physical World!

TRASK

Reviewed by anne cunningham
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
don't you hate it when the sun goes down and take the moon and the stars with it! ;) -a

Reviewed by S H (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Hm, well I think it would be good to be friends. We should have started out that way and I would like us to be Regis. It's not so negative, but since I see you have no interest. I won't try.Your choice-not mine. Nice poem by the way. Love, Stephanie

Reviewed by Zenith Elliott
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Powerful write, Regis! ~Z~

Reviewed by E T Waldron
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
uh oh...not good...well Regis life is a never ending happening so we have hope;-)I wish you all the best!

Reviewed on January 4, 2004
so sad, regis; but very well done! excellent! (see? i got your message; sorry if i haven't been by! forgive me????)

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx, karen lynn. :( >tears <


Reviewed by Nicole Davis Vergara (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Ohhhhh Regis this is so sad and touching, but if it stems from a real experience be happy she spoke the direct truth!
Excellant emotive writing!
Happy New Year
((((Hugs))))
~Nikki~

Reviewed by Tami Ryan
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
I heard the stone hit the bottom of the empty well on this one. (I personally prefer the word "always" inserted there, my friend.)

I wish you peace within your heart,
Tami

Reviewed on January 4, 2004
(((regis)))

a beautiful, sad write--BRAVA, dear friend

thank you for your reviews and kindnesses extended toward me

(((HUGS))) and love,

karla. :(

Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
That is definitely another powerful 4-letter word! Powerful write, Regis.

Reviewed by Kate Clifford (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Its amazing what one word can do. Great write!

Reviewed by John Bidwell
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
OUCH!
A sharp pen you have.
Awesome work.
OUCH!
John

Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Sometimes honesty is the best policy, even if it hurts. I know what you mean about this. I can relate to this too.

Sandie Angel a.k.a. May Lu :o)

Reviewed by Jim Dunlap
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Interesting. Now let's concentrate on searching those online romance things until you find one who fits you like a glove.

Reviewed by Simon Thurlow (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Hard hitting and abrupt. And of course you are right !!

Reviewed by Helga Ross
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
If anyone knows the power of words and the difference one little one can make it's the Poet and Lover (would be)!

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
This one hits you like a 14lb hammer!!

Right between the eyes....Wham!!

Hope You Okay Regis....hope we can stay friends......right?

Love Tinka

Reviewed by George Carroll
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
Right on Regis

Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on January 4, 2004
I hate those words, so meaningless wish they say, F*** off out of my life..


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