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If Only You Knew

If only, if only, if only you knew The measure of affection felt for you. Your potential great, so much more to do, Then you concluded your time was through. If only you knew how much time you spent In hearts and minds; Oh how much you meant! Your value is here! And it never went! No hate you harboured, no hint of resent. If only you knew that your light Was a comfort to others in their darkest night, Was a ray of hope when they had to fight - Your outlook seemed to all so bright. If only you knew what is felt for you now. If only you could be told somehow... The void can't be filled left behind by you! If only, if only, if only you knew.

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Deb M

Date: 5/23/2024 12:17:00 PM

Just lovely Natasha….Belated POTD Congratulations! Debx

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 5/20/2024 6:11:00 PM

A poignant poem that wants to be heard… If only, if only, if only you knew… If only you knew that your light Was a comfort to others in their darkest night…Congratulations on POTD!

Natasha L Scragg
Date: 5/21/2024 8:54:00 AM

Thank you :-D Kim. Always good when poetry resonates with it's readers. Warm wishes.

Randy Freie

Date: 5/20/2024 3:15:00 AM

Hi Natasha, this is a wonderful poem. It's the first one I've read, but won't be the last. Or will it be your last POTD. Congrats!

Natasha L Scragg
Date: 5/21/2024 8:56:00 AM

Thanks Randy. Glad you enjoyed the poem. Thank you for the encouraging feedback:-D all the best.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/19/2024 12:45:00 PM

Back with Congratulations on your New win. I enjoyed reading your powerful/wonderful write again. Enjoy your day, enjoy your win..................

Natasha L Scragg
Date: 5/21/2024 8:56:00 AM

Thanks Paula ... All the best :-D

Silent One

Date: 5/19/2024 11:03:00 AM

If only... deep poetry.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..

Natasha L Scragg
Date: 5/19/2024 11:05:00 AM

Thank you. It was a good contest. Congrats to all your entrants placements :-)

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 5/16/2024 1:46:00 AM

That’s so lovely Natasha, an eloquently worded beautiful tribute to someone dearly loved and lost. Congratulations on having received poem of the day… Beryl

Brandy Nicole

Date: 5/15/2024 5:51:00 PM

Dear Natasha, this is tender, beautiful and emotional, all at the same time. Always tell those you care about, how much they mean to you. Your thoughts caress gently around me and my heart. Congratulations my dear friend, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

Natasha L Scragg

Date: 5/15/2024 11:29:00 AM

Thank you everyone for your very kind and insightful comments. Wow POTD, that's such an incredible honour!! Have a wonderful day fellow super Soupers :-D <3 <3 <3

Bill Baker

Date: 5/15/2024 9:24:00 AM

Nice entry for the contest, Natasha. Congratulations on your POTD! Enjoy your special day of recognition. Bill

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 5/15/2024 9:13:00 AM

I have a friend like that too. Thanks for the share. And congrats on being Poet of the Day!

Tania Kitchin

Date: 5/15/2024 9:01:00 AM

Natasha, well penned, congratulations on POTD.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/15/2024 8:39:00 AM

Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your powerful/wonderful write again. Have A Wonderful/Blessed Day With Your Win.............

Joseph May

Date: 5/15/2024 5:58:00 AM

A poignant verse, Congrats on POTD

Nancy Kaufman

Date: 5/15/2024 5:03:00 AM

Dear Natasha, Congratulations on this heartfelt POTD. Enjoy the honor..

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 5/15/2024 4:50:00 AM

Dear Natasha, Wow, your poem unveils the profound impact one soul can have on others. The raw emotion you've poured into this piece is a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by the subject of your tribute. Congratulations on being recognized as the Poem of the Day. This honor underscores the power of your words to connect with readers, leaving an indelible mark on our hearts and minds. Your talent for crafting poignant narratives that evoke profound emotions is truly remarkable. Blessings, my dear friend, Daniel

Mike Gentile

Date: 5/15/2024 4:09:00 AM

Your beautiful lines emphasize how important it is to let people know what they mean you while you can! Such a lovely and heartfelt write, congratulations on your POTD honors xxoo

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 5/15/2024 4:03:00 AM

I do know that this is lovely.poem deserving of POTD. It's sadness is haunting.

Christina Bowring

Date: 5/15/2024 3:28:00 AM

Such a beautiful, tender and emotive write dear Natasha. Many congratulations for POTD! I love the repeating,’ If only you knew’ the essence of the poem. Makes it so poignant to read and heartfelt too. It’s also so sad filled with a longing to express feelings of gratitude, love, to that special person whose absence is greatly missed. So, so many of us find ourselves in that heartbreaking situation. A very reflective read of which I loved. Thank you for sharing. Enjoy your celebratory day. :):)

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/15/2024 3:25:00 AM

enjoyed the fluidity of your poem and your take on the current contest. Congrats on POTD!

Jeanette Brewin

Date: 5/15/2024 3:18:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD. So beautiful. Well written.

Karen Jones

Date: 5/15/2024 3:13:00 AM

Enjoyed reading your heartfelt potd! Congratulations!

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 5/15/2024 2:57:00 AM

Beautiful take on the contest, Natasha and well deserved POTD, congratulations!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/15/2024 12:33:00 AM

Quite an emotional write Natasha, congratulations to you on today's POTD honour. Tom

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 5/13/2024 10:49:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your powerful/wonderful write. So True/a great ending. "Good Luck" I Fav it... We both did this one. Have A Blessed Day Writing Away.........

Natasha L Scragg
Date: 5/13/2024 1:43:00 PM

Thanks Paula. Have a lovely day :-D