If I Should Leave You (poem) by Joy L. Hale on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on November 8, 2013

Forbidden by that day that you would have to leave He who loves you deeply would be forlorn to no end and I, myself, could see why For to be loved that completely and lose that love, here in present day earth, would be devastating You know that he appreciates every line and knows of the boundless love you possess...I know this because I also know that your love has no real end...it can extend omnidirectionally as the rays of the sun to others who know of your kind and loving nature...they too, enjoy the love that you are bestowed with by our loving Creator because he is the definition of love and you, the image
Amor

Reviewed by George Dominguez

Reviewed on October 7, 2012

Love it Joy! Very sensitive and how in the world did I miss this one. Anyway. Very beautifully penned and unto your husband from the heart. Have a good day. George AKA THE WISE OLD OWL

Reviewed by Clarence Prince

Reviewed on December 3, 2011

Here we can see in this poem great love with godly consideration, and a true display of real faith, in Christ Jesus. Surely there are blessings for you, Joy. Just keep the faith!

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on November 19, 2011

Thank you for sharing this testimonial of true and lasting love, Joy. Love and best wishes to you,

Regis

Reviewed by J Howard

Reviewed on November 19, 2011

my husband just now recovers from a stroke...this piece means something special to every individual that reads it...as it does to me. thanks so much for sharing the beauty to remember

Reviewed by Poetess of The Soul Sheila G

Reviewed on November 15, 2011

I know these feelings too well Joy! I'm glad to see someone else has this undying love and knows it to be true, that when the time comes, their love will be found again! I do believe with all my heart and soul this will happen, once something so dear and sacred is shared so deeply and without any effort, it is undying! As PARADISE will again be waiting! We are lucky and blessed! Blissful Blessings, Soulful_Passionate_SHEE WRITE ON! Enjoy all your Holidays in Love, Joy and Happiness of health!

Reviewed by Darryn Murphy

Reviewed on November 8, 2011

this is beautiful very touching

Reviewed by Betty Cochran (Reader)

Reviewed on November 5, 2011

This is one of the most touching poems I have ever read. I had to cry; it touched my heart so.

Reviewed by David Clure

Reviewed on November 5, 2011

This is one of those poems that touches one's heart so deeply that you feel it long after you've finished reading it. Love triumphs over physical separation, and this beautiful, sensitive poetic jewel is testimony to that eternal truth!
Superb, Joy.

with love in Christ,
your brother Zach

Reviewed by James Johnston

Reviewed on November 3, 2011

Dear friend Joy; first of all, welcome back to AD! And what a way to return! From all you have been through I can sense that you are truly playing the "what if?" game in your heart and mind. And what a tribute to your soul-mate Ed! Having known both of you for many years, the fruition of your beautiful relationship shines through in your words. I hope to chat with you on the phone soon. For now,
Blessings on you both.
In His Love,
Just (EAGER TO SEE YOU) Jim

Reviewed by RWE SAYS BYE (Reader)

Reviewed on November 2, 2011

tenderness does not describe... a gift, a true gift.

Reviewed by Christine Alwin

Reviewed on November 2, 2011

Joy, This touches me deeply, it is powerful in faith, love and beauty, written from a warm heart~
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by Andy Turner

Reviewed on November 2, 2011

Delicate as a butterfly on the breeze.
And so true, any moment could, and somewhen will be our adieu.

Reviewed by Liana Margiva

Reviewed on November 2, 2011

VERY BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Reviewed by Annabel Sheila

Reviewed on October 31, 2011

Beautiful sonnet to love, Joy!!! There's something magical about a love so powerful it can carry one into eternity.....Thanks for sharing this wonderful poem!

Anna

Reviewed by Joy Hale

Reviewed on October 31, 2011

For Mark Lichterman, Richard King and Joyce Bell:

Thank you for your thoughtful reviews. I must tell you that this poem is strictly a "what if" offering and a way to present a mini tribute to my wonderful husband, Ed. Thank you for your sensitivity. I plan to be here on AD for many, many years to come. Love, Joy

Joy L. Hale

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg

Reviewed on October 31, 2011

A sensitively wrought earnest expression that (not only) yearns for the wholeness of paradise, but also expresses the thankfulness for that which has touched the writers life truly, and deeply, on the corporeal plane. Lovely, honest, and sincere work. Peace, blessings, and continued inspiration ... richard

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Reviewed on October 30, 2011

Absolutly beautiful Joy.

Newfie hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Connie Faust

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

Beautiful thoughts of your shared love. So nice to stop and meditate on the wonderful things about your spouse.

Connie

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

BEAUTIFULLY TOUCHING...SO WELL DONE AND ENJOYED. THANKS FOR SHARING. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Vivian Dawson

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

The Purest of Love for one's final hours
but, well lived in this life...As you have
revealed it So Very Special for us to share!!
~Lady Joy~
So Very warm and tender are your hearts to bind!!!

Lady Vivian

Reviewed by Richard King

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

Joy, This is very touching and heartfelt. Hopefully you're talking about a far distant "IF" but these are definitely bittersweet sentiments, remorsefully shared.

Thanks Dick

Reviewed by Laura Fall

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

So beautifully written and heartfelt Laura

Reviewed by Christine Tsen

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

So beautiful, Joy!
Blessings,
Christine

Reviewed by Felix Perry

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

Joy to find and live life with this kind of love in one's heart is a true gift that is to be treasured each and every day we walk on this earth and carried on with us into the next...beautiful.
fee

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

Truly heartfelt, and true love truly is precious.

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on October 29, 2011

At once, tender and knowing,
bittersweet and insightful
and with eternal hope, too.
Fine work, Joy.

John

Reviewed by Mark Lichterman

Reviewed on October 28, 2011

Beautifully stated and beautifully sad, my friend. The words that we that write are so often taken to be a true part of our lives or our true feelings, but this poem I do hope is from your imagination and not from your real life because, I for one would truly miss you.
Mark