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In Safe Solitude

These are my thoughts about my own self in solitude.

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Comment from ameen786
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Hello friend, first, a very happy birthday to you and you don't need anybody to be around for that as long as you have faith in yourself and God, be strong my friend and live it up; keep writing, God bless you.

 Comment Written 12-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2018
    Hello, and thank you so much for the, "very happy birthday" wish, for the kind and warm inspiring words and for the terrific review! God bless you as well!
    sue
Comment from MelB
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Hi Sueswrite, I'm so sorry for what you are going through. Sometimes, we can be with someone but never fell more alone. I understand it perfectly. I've been there many times. You hit the nail on the head in the end - it is what Satan wants, for us to be isolated and alone. He wants to keep us far from others and far from God. I've found when I feel most alone, pressing deeper into God is what brings me comfort.

 Comment Written 12-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 15-Mar-2018
    Hi, MelB.
    Thank you so very much for your very kind and understanding review, Yes, I rely on God for comfort and He has never left me.
    At times, all I do is talk to God! LOL!
    Thank you, once again!
    sue
reply by MelB on 15-Mar-2018
    You're most welcome. I think He is often the best One to talk to!
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written free verse poem. It is sad when a partners are so far away from each other that the one feel more safe in solitude. The other seems to have no interest to reach out.

 Comment Written 12-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you so much, Sandra. I appreciate the kind comments and the great rating. Enjoy your day!
Comment from Wabigoon
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Sue--
I really like this, it is very brave. #1, you should get rid of "him" here. It seems he increases your sense of solitude, meaning loneliness. Meaning, I guess, you gain a sense of "self" from him, that is not you. I do not want to overcomplicate what is a good poem. You should feel safe in your solitude. It should not, I guess, be too needy? It sounds like you are running into some of that, but have correctly diagnosed it. Act.

Thanks
Wabigoon/Jeff

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you very much for having interest to read my story and I really appreciate your kind thoughts and generous review. Writing really helps me sort out the confusion in my mind. Working on this and interaction from readers is also uplifting.
    Thanks again.
    sue
Comment from oliver818
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I found your poem very interesting. I'm the same actually, I love being alone but then I also love the good company of friends and finding the balance is very hard sometimes. Thanks for sharing this and have a great day

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you for your kind review and for your thoughts. Have a great day as well.
    sue
Comment from Sherman541
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First, I want to say, you are never truly alone, God is always with us. You only need to pray and ask for his help. I say this, because I know from my own experiences. Having said that, believing that and even knowing it, I can say also that life can be cruel at times and it does make us feel alone, worthless and so useless, even feeling like, if we died, who would notice or care.

I have been there, more than once. It is not easy, it is not fun, but you can make it to the other side. You are not alone, as in you are not the only one going through this sort of thing either. I do not know where you live, but I am certain they have a support group, if you do not have anyone to talk with.

You want to talk to someone you can trust and you can speak freely with. If you do not have a friend or family member like that, call the help line, check for support groups, but find someone male or female, that you can download on.

If you are close with your Father or Mother and trust them or a sister, brother don't be afraid to talk to them. Don't feel ashamed, every one has issues and problems from time to time and none of us is expected to do everything alone.

I don't mean that in a bad way, it is a good thing to get rid of the those words, feelings and things that have built up within you. They just keep growing and it just keeps getting worse, but like the balloon being filled water or air, it can only hold so much until it pops.

I am here often and if you wish to write to me, I will answer always, as soon as, I can. It truly does help to talk about what it happening and going on.

Your Poem is very sincere and even sad. I wish you the best in however you decide and in however your situation turns out. Sherman541

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you so very much for your kind review and for your great suggestions. I know that God, and my Angels are all around me always and for this reason, is why I am still here today.
reply by Sherman541 on 12-Mar-2018
    You are very welcome :) I am glad to hear and hope you are doing well Blessings
Comment from Sharon Haiste
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I think this is a good entry for the 'Free Verse' writing prompt.
Well written and well said. Your story of solidarity is well told and clear.
Well done and good luck to you with the competition.
Sharon

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you, Sharon.
    I truly appreciate your kind review and your well wishes. Enjoy your day.
    sue
Comment from nartoonla
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Woe, that was a little too much isolation, and hope it mixed with fiction. There nothing wrong with it but too much can destroy one mind as we humans are meant to socialize so a balance here is needed... of which I think you know how to combine the two. Having shared what I got from what you posted, care also to underline it was very well written.

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for sharing your thoughts. Writing helps me organize my thoughts. Enjoy your day, and thank you again!
    sue
Comment from PoemsOfDD
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Sueswrite, this is a poem of personal expression. You mentioned it was your birthday just recently - Happy Belated Birthday to you : -)
Enjoying ones own company and solitude is a good thing but hiding behind it is another. If you feel lonely while with someone of so many years then perhaps it is time to consider facing up to your options in order to get to a happier way of life and self appreciation. Keeping the door shut so the sunshine won't come in will soon wither your soul. I see you have a beautiful smile from your profile picture...share it with others. This is a different review but thank you for sharing your poem. ~DD

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
    Thank you so much or this very kind review and for sharing your thoughts. I truly appreciate opinions and suggestions. I hope you have a nice day. sue
reply by PoemsOfDD on 12-Mar-2018
    Have a happy day Sue. ~DD
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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Your write is profound and there is a loneliness in your words. There are times in life when we feel like this especially when our hearts break, but you will gain strength when you are alone and it always take two to make a relationship work and there is something better waiting for you in the wings, good luck with the contest, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 10-Mar-2018


reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
    Thank you, Dolly, for sharing your thoughts and for the great review. I truly appreciate it!