Tag: regret

Let’s not regret

Let’s not regret the things that were
Or things that might have been,
But take the present hour and share
Its joy and hope and win.

Let’s not regret the things that died,
Or tears that we have shed,
But let us smile and banish pride,
And live the best we can.

Let’s not regret the things that seem
To have gone out of reach,
But let us hope and trust and dream
Of better things to come.

Let’s not regret the past, but take
The present as it is,
And make the best of all our days
And live them to the brim.

Let’s not regret the things we’ve done
That we might have left undone,
But let us try to make amends
And live more nobly still.

Let’s not regret the things we’ve said
That we might have left unsaid,
But let us speak the truth instead
And make our words our friends.

Let’s not regret the things we’ve lost
That we might have held so dear,
But let us find new joys and zest
And make our lives more sweet.

Let’s not regret the things we are
That we might have been,
But let us strive to be the best
That we can be today.

17 Sep 2023

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Empty shells

Empty shells on the shore
Remind me of the days before
When we were young and free
And filled with joy and glee

Empty shells in my hand
Remind me of the times we planned
To travel the world and see
All the wonders that could be

Empty shells in my heart
Remind me of how we fell apart
When we grew old and cold
And lost our dreams and goals

Empty shells in my mind
Remind me of what I left behind
When I chose to walk away
And face a lonely day

13 Sep 2023

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Like fading rays

Like fading rays of the setting sun
You left me in the dark, alone and undone
You were the light of my life, the warmth of my soul
But you slipped away from me, leaving a gaping hole

I still remember the days we spent together
Laughing and loving, promising forever
But now those memories are all that remain
A bitter reminder of what I can’t regain

I wonder if you ever think of me
Or if you have moved on, happy and free
I wish I could see you one more time
To tell you how much I miss you, how much you were mine

But I know that’s just a hopeless dream
A fantasy that can never be
So I’ll just keep you in my heart
Like fading rays that never part

11 Sep 2023

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Don’t Just Let Your Past

Don’t just let your past define you,
Don’t let it hold you back.
Learn from it, grow from it,
But don’t let it control you.

Your past is a part of you,
But it’s not all of you.
You are more than your mistakes,
You are more than your regrets.

You are a work in progress,
You are still becoming.
So don’t let your past define you,
Let it make you stronger.

Let it teach you what you don’t want,
Let it show you what you do want.
And then use that knowledge
To create the future you want.

Don’t just let your past define you,
Let it be the foundation
For a better you,
A brighter you,
A stronger you.

So go out there and live your life,
Don’t let your past hold you back.
Be the best version of yourself,
And don’t ever look back.

30 Aug 2023

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Today is broken, so I will cry

Today is broken, so I will cry,
A solitary tear, a river wide,
A sorrow’s depth, a sky’s height,
A fragile soul, a world’s weight.

The morning dawned, a false promise made,
A lie that mocked, a truth betrayed,
The sun rose high, a fiery blade,
That cut through dreams, a night’s disguise.

Yesterday’s memories, a faded hue,
A past that taunts, a present Blue,
Regrets and what-ifs, they crowd the mind,
A chorus chanting, a melody unkind.

Tomorrow looms, an uncertain guest,
A shadow dancing, a future unblessed,
The wind howls warnings, a storm’s portent,
A darkness gathering, a tempest’s consent.

Today is broken, so I will cry,
A lonely figure, against the sky,
A single drop, a deluge vast,
A sorrow’s ocean, forever fast.

The stars above, a distant throng,
A celestial choir, a heavenly song,
They sing of hope, a gentle breeze,
That whispers secrets, a symphony of ease.

But here on earth, a different tune,
A discordant beat, a funeral march boon,
The trees stand still, their leaves rustle sighs,
As nature mourns, a requiem replies.

Today is broken, so I will cry,
A fragile vessel, a sea of sighs,
A shattered dream, a world awry,
A solo voice, a universe denied.

Yet in the midst, a glimmer shines,
A ray of light, a beacon divine,
A chance to mend, a second chance,
A new beginning, a life to enhance.

Today is broken, but tomorrow waits,
A clean slate, a canvas unfurls,
A brush of hope, a palette bright,
A masterpiece, a new day’s delight.

So let the tears fall, let the heart weep,
For in the sorrow, a lesson keep,
That life’s a journey, twists and turns,
But strength and courage, our spirits learn.

Today is broken, so I will cry,
But with each tear, a wisdom nigh,
That though the world may shatter and fade,
Our inner strength, a rainbow’s shade.

©vishaldutia.in

4 Aug 2023

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Melancholic Melodies

Melancholic tunes resound through the night,
Lost love, once soaring, now out of sight.
Sombre refrains of a bygone amour,
Drowning in pain, past its prime, obscure.

Each note, a reminder of what has passed,
Of a symphony of love that couldn’t last.
Melodies dance, filled with despair and yearning,
As our love dissolves, leaving hearts burning.

Keys on the piano weep with regret,
As we mourn what we couldn’t forget.
Harmony shattered, rhythm disrupted,
Love once thriving, now left corrupted.

We listen to the tunes, hoping to find peace,
But dwindling love now only haunts our hearts with ease.

5 Jul 2023

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A Deeper Pain Penalized

The pain of loss is deep,
But there is a deeper pain,
A pain that comes from knowing,
That you could have prevented it.

The pain of regret is like a cancer,
It eats away at your soul,
And it never goes away,
No matter how hard you try to forget.

So if you are ever faced with a choice,
Choose the path that will cause you the least pain,
Because the pain of regret is a deeper pain,
And it is a pain that is never penalized.

3 Jun 2023

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The Weight of Yesterday

My heart is heavy, burdened by my past,
Regrets and mistakes, they seem to last.
A weight on my shoulders, hard to bear,
I wish I could go back and repair.

But time moves on, and so must I,
Though memories haunt me, I can’t deny.
I’ll carry the weight, as best I can,
And hope that someday, I’ll understand.

7 May 2023

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The Burden of a Deed Undone

A deed undone, a weight to bear,
A burden heavy, hard to share,
Regret and guilt, a constant scare,
A haunting past, that’s always there.

The chance was missed, the moment gone,
The consequence, forever on,
A life now lived with what went wrong,
A melody without its song.

The deed undone, a lesson learned,
A heart now wiser, bridges burned,
A future bright, yet still concerned,
A path ahead, yet unreturned.

6 May 2023

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The Power of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is such a simple term,
Yet its power can make hearts affirm.
It takes strength to let go of the pain,
But in doing so, we have so much to gain.

When someone wrongs us, it’s hard to forget,
But holding onto anger will only bring regret.
Forgiving doesn’t mean we condone the deed,
It means we choose to move forward and succeed.

The weight of resentment can be so heavy,
But forgiveness can make our burdens less hefty.
We free ourselves from the chains of hate,
And open our hearts to a brighter fate.

Letting go of grudges may not be easy,
But it’s worth it to live life more breezy.
Forgiveness is a gift that we give ourselves,
A way to heal our wounds and improve our health.

4 May 2023

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The Power of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is such a simple term,
Yet its power can make hearts affirm.
It takes strength to let go of the pain,
But in doing so, we have so much to gain.

When someone wrongs us, it’s hard to forget,
But holding onto anger will only bring regret.
Forgiving doesn’t mean we condone the deed,
It means we choose to move forward and succeed.

The weight of resentment can be so heavy,
But forgiveness can make our burdens less hefty.
We free ourselves from the chains of hate,
And open our hearts to a brighter fate.

Letting go of grudges may not be easy,
But it’s worth it to live life more breezy.
Forgiveness is a gift that we give ourselves,
A way to heal our wounds and improve our health.

4 May 2023

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Words Unsaid

The things I said, I can’t take back,
Words that cut deep, leaving a painful track,
Regret fills my heart, as I realize the impact,
Of the hurtful words, that I can’t retract.

I yearn for forgiveness, and a chance to make amends,
To mend the bridges, that I broke with my words, and make them blend,
But the damage is done, and the hurt runs deep,
And I don’t know how to communicate, or how to seek.

The things I said, haunt me every day,
A constant reminder, to watch what I say,
To choose my words carefully, and think before I convey,
The thoughts in my head, and the things I display.

But there is hope, in the power of apology and redemption,
To seek forgiveness, and make amends, without exemption,
To communicate openly, and bridge the divide,
And heal the hurt with the things unsaid, and the words that abide.

4 May 2023

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The Burden of Bad Karma

Bad karma, a burden to bear,
A consequence we cannot repair.
The choices we make, the deeds we do,
Come back to haunt us, through and through.

Justice served, in due time,
The universe balances, in its prime.
What we sow, we shall reap,
A cycle of karma, we cannot cheat.

Regret fills our hearts, with each misdeed,
A burden we carry, with every bad seed.
But redemption waits, for those who try,
To make amends, before they die.

The weight of bad karma, heavy and true,
A reminder to be kind, in all we do.
For every action, has a consequence,
A lesson we learn, in life’s hard lessons.

Bad karma, a warning to heed,
A path to redemption, we can still lead.
The burden we carry, is ours to bear,
But with each good deed, we can repair.

3 May 2023

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Fateful Rewrite

I wish I could rewrite my fate,
Regret consumes me, it’s not too late,
Redemption sought in each new day,
Reflection guides me on my way.

My past mistakes, a heavy weight,
But I won’t let them seal my fate,
I’ll chart a course, a brand-new slate,
And find the joy that I create.

28 Apr 2023

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One life

One life. One life only, it’s all we’ve got,
Time and opportunity, they’re worth a lot.
Purpose and meaning, they’re what we seek,
Legacy and choices, they’re what we’ll leave.

Regret and fulfillment, they’re two sides of a coin,
Happiness and gratitude, they’re what we’ll join.
Reflection and contemplation, they’re what we’ll do,
As we ponder the preciousness, of life so true.

So make the most of it, while you still can,
For life is fleeting, like a grain of sand.
Chase your dreams, and follow your heart,
For that’s where true fulfillment, will always start.

24 Apr 2023

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28 Lines of Regret

28 Lines of Regret

I recall memories of a time so vague, When life was promising, love was in its first stage. Now I sit alone, with nothing left to give, But regrets that haunt me, for as long as I live.

I regret words unspoken, and chances not taken, For now my heart aches, and my soul is forsaken. I regret the friendships that slowly faded, And the memories I lost, the moments now jaded.

Regrets for paths not pursued, dreams left behind, For the sake of practicality, for the sake of my mind. I regret the tears that I held back, For the love that was lost, the love that I lack.

Regret for the times I failed to be kind, For the moments of anger that clouded my mind. I regret the opportunities that I have missed, For the chance to be happy, the chance that I wished.

I regret the moments that I let go to waste, For the memories that are now only a trace. For the times when I chose to walk away, Leaving love behind, with nothing to say.

Regrets for the bridges that I’ve burned, For the lessons that were never learned. For the times that I chose to be silent, For the love that I lost, for its beauty so vibrant.

Regrets for the secrets that I kept, For the chances that I never leapt. For the love that I let go to waste, For the future that is now misplaced.

23 Apr 2023

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Tomorrow Never Came

Tomorrow Never Came

Tomorrow never came, it slipped away,
Leaving behind the regrets of yesterday.
Dreams were shattered, hopes were lost,
As the future paid the ultimate cost.

22 Apr 2023

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Memories of My Unkept Promises

Memories of my unkept promises,
Haunt me like a ghostly apparition.
Regret and melancholy, my constant companions,
As I ponder my broken trust and failed ambition.

Time has passed, and the house stands abandoned,
A symbol of the promises I made but never kept.
The weeds and vines now crawling up the walls,
A testament to the neglect that I’ve wept.

But in this desolate emptiness, I find redemption,
And the hope of forgiveness begins to grow.
For even though my promises were left unkept,
The seeds of change were planted long ago.

So I’ll tear down the boards and let in the light,
And tend to the weeds and vines with care.
For in this brokenness, I’ll find the strength,
To keep my promises and start anew, if only to repair.

22 Apr 2023

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Running back to the past

Running, back to the past, with a heart full of regret,
Reminiscing on the memories, that they’ll never forget,
Reflections of mistakes made, and chances missed,
But a chance to return, to rekindle what’s dismissed.

Recollections of times gone by, and moments that passed,
A chance at redemption, to renew what’s lost at last,
Running down that old street, with a heart full of hope,
A chance to make things right, and a chance to cope.

21 Apr 2023

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Tears into My Eyes

Tears into My Eyes

Tears into my eyes, with gin in my hand,
A world of emotion, that’s hard to withstand,
The memories, they flood, with each passing sip,
A world of regret, that’s hard to outstrip.

The juniper, it burns, with each swallow down,
A world of pain, that’s hard to drown,
The gin, it flows, like a river so wide,
A world of numbness, that’s hard to confide.

But even in the darkness, there’s a glimmer of light,
A reminder of hope, that’s forever in sight.

15 Apr 2023

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Deadman’s Hand

Deadman’s Hand

Aces and eights, the Deadman’s Hand,
A tale of tragedy, that’s hard to withstand,
The gambler’s fate, sealed with a card,
A world of regret, that’s forever scarred.

The chips, they fall, with a clatter and clang,
A world of greed, that’s hard to outbang,
The whiskey, it flows, with a dangerous thirst,
A world of temptation, that’s hard to submerse.

But even in the darkness, there’s a glimmer of light,
A reminder of hope, that’s forever in sight.

14 Apr 2023

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Life was never fair

Life was never fair

I was born in a poor and broken family
I never had a chance to go to school or play
I had to work hard every day to survive
I never knew what happiness or love was

I saw the rich and the powerful enjoy their lives
I saw them have everything they wanted and more
I saw them laugh and smile and have fun
I never understood why they had it all and I had nothing

I tried to change my fate and make something of myself
But I faced many obstacles and challenges along the way
I was discriminated, exploited, and betrayed by many
I never got the recognition or reward I deserved

I grew old and bitter and full of regrets
I had no friends or family to care for me
I had no dreams or hopes or goals to pursue
I never felt that life was fair or just

4 Apr 2023

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Poem about the Darker Side of Romeo and Juliet

Poem about the Darker Side of Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet, the world’s most famous lovers,
Their tale of passion and tragedy, forever hovers.
But beneath the surface of their love so fair,
Lies a darker side, of despair and despair.

Their love was born of a bitter feud,
A family feud, that left them subdued.
Their passion consumed them, like a burning flame,
A love that was destined to end in shame.

For Romeo was rash, and Juliet naive,
Their love was a poison, that they couldn’t leave.
Their families despised them, and their love,
A curse that they couldn’t rise above.

The darker side of Romeo and Juliet,
Is a tale of love that led to regret.
Of pain and suffering, and a tragic end,
A story that never ceases to offend.

For their love was a folly, a mistake,
That left them broken, and their hearts ache.
Their families learned the hard way,
That love cannot be forced, it must find its own way.

31 Mar 2023

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Visceral Discomfort

Visceral Discomfort

I feel a knot in my stomach
As I face the unpleasant truth
The reality is harsh and bitter
And I can’t swallow it smooth

I feel a pain in my chest
As I deal with the heavy guilt
The consequences are dire and lasting
And I can’t mend what I’ve spilt

I feel a throb in my head
As I cope with the constant stress
The pressure is overwhelming and crushing
And I can’t find any rest

I feel a visceral discomfort
As I live with the dark regret
The past is haunting and taunting
And I can’t ever forget

30 Mar 2023

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Sadness and Sorrow

Sadness and Sorrow

Sadness and sorrow, they walk hand in hand,
A world of emotion, that’s hard to understand,
The heart heavy, with a weight hard to bear,
A world of darkness, that’s hard to repair.

The tears, they fall, with a silent pain,
A world of grief, that’s hard to explain,
The memories, they haunt, with a relentless force,
A world of regret, that’s hard to endorse.

But even in the darkness, there’s a glimmer of light,
A reminder of hope, that’s forever in sight.

28 Mar 2023

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A Drunken Mouth

A drunken mouth speaks words untold
With reckless abandon, so bold
It spills out secrets, and stories too
And reveals the soul, that’s hidden from view

A drunken mouth, with slurred speech
Is a window to the heart, that’s hard to breach
It says what’s on the mind, without a filter
And leaves the speaker, feeling like a winner

But a drunken mouth can also bring strife
And cause pain to loved ones, in its rife
It can lead to regret, and sorrow too
And leave the speaker, feeling so blue

So let us learn, to hold our tongue
And not let liquor, be our song
For a drunken mouth, can lead us astray
And cause us to regret, what we say

Instead, let us speak with grace
And choose our words, with care and pace
For a sober mouth, is a sign of strength
And leads us to a life, of true content.

23 Mar 2023

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My World Once Revolved Around You

My World Once Revolved Around You

My world once revolved around you,
Round and round, like a ferris wheel hue.
Revolting and ridiculous, I look back with glee,
Realizing now, that I was too blind to see.

Ridiculed and rejected, I was the fool,
Raging and ranting, like a stubborn mule.
Reeling and retching, I couldn’t let go,
Ravaging my heart, like a relentless foe.

Ripe with regret and remorse, I move on,
Rising above, like the break of dawn.
Rekindling my passions, and finding my way,
Reclaiming my life, with each passing day.

23 Mar 2023

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Leave Everything Behind #Poetry

Leave Everything Behind

Leave everything behind, oh how freeing,
Foolishly abandoning, with no sense of being.
Fleeing from problems, like a coward in flight,
Forsaking responsibility, with all their might.

Foolish and frantic, they run from the truth,
Faking a new life, like an elaborate sleuth.
Faltering and floundering, they’ll soon regret,
Forgetting what was lost, with no way to get.

Feeling lost and alone, they’ll soon see,
Forsaking everything, wasn’t the way to be.
Fighting for what’s right, and facing the truth,
Finding a new way, with all their youth.

22 Mar 2023

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A Warning

A warning

A warning, oh how ominous,
Offering up advice so preposterous.
Observe with delight, as I ignore with glee,
Only to later regret, the foolishness in me.

Obnoxious and overbearing, the warning’s sound,
Offering up tales of woe, that I’ll surely drown.
Oftentimes I find, that the warning’s a bore,
Only to later discover, that I should’ve listened more.

Obtuse and outdated, the warning may seem,
Only to later realize, that it was a dream.
Oh how I wish, I had listened with care,
For now I’m left, with nothing but despair.

20 Mar 2023

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Betrayal and Regret

Betrayal and Regret

Betrayal stings, it cuts like a knife,
Leaving us lost in a sea of strife,
Regret sets in, we wish we knew,
What we could’ve done to be true.

Memories haunt us, like a ghost,
We hold on tight, but it’s all lost,
Betrayal and regret, a bitter pill,
That we swallow deep, against our will.

20 Mar 2023

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A Love That Could Not Be

A Love That Could Not Be

In a village by the sea,
Lived a maid so fair and free,
And a young man brave and bold,
Whose love for her could not be told.

He would watch her from afar,
Wondering if she knew his heart,
For she was courted by another,
A wealthy man, a suitor.

Despite his wealth and lavish gifts,
She could not return his love,
For her heart belonged to the one,
Whose love for her was pure and strong.

But alas, fate was unkind,
And the young man had to leave,
To seek his fortune far and wide,
And make a life that he could abide.

Years went by and he returned,
To find his love still yearned,
But she was now a married woman,
With children and a life so solemn.

He could not bear to see her pain,
And so he left once again,
Knowing that his love for her,
Could never be fulfilled for sure.

So he roamed the world alone,
Thinking of her as his own,
A love that could not be,
A wound that would never heal, you see.

15 Mar 2023

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As I was saying

As I was saying

As I was saying, the world spins ’round,
And time marches on with nary a sound,
Words spoken and thoughts left unsaid,
Regrets that linger long after we’re dead.

But life moves forward, and so must we,
Embracing the future, setting our sights on what could be,
For though the past may hold us tight,
It’s the present that makes our future bright.

13 Mar 2023

Communication, future, life, poem, poems, Poetry, present, reflection, regret, saying, Time
Burning Bridges

Burning Bridges

Burning bridges, a destructive act,
That leaves no way back from the impact,
It’s a finality that’s hard to ignore,
As all that’s left is an open door.

It severs ties and breaks all bonds,
Leaving only regret and broken beyond,
A choice that’s made with a heavy heart,
And a price that’s paid right from the start.

9 Mar 2023

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Longing for Lost Love

Longing for Lost Love

Version 1

Longing for lost love, my heart doth ache, For memories of you, I cannot shake, Your smile, your touch, your gentle ways, Haunt me still, through endless days.

I miss your voice, your tender embrace, The warmth of your love, your sweet embrace, Your laughter, your tears, your every breath, The joy and pain of our love, till death.

Oh, how I long to hold you near, To whisper words of love in your ear, To kiss your lips, and feel your heart, And never, ever be apart.

But fate has dealt a cruel blow, And now, alone, I must go, Through life without your love to guide, My heart forever torn inside.

Yet still, I cling to memories past, And cherish every moment that did last, For in my heart, you’ll always be, The one who set my spirit free.

So I’ll keep longing for lost love, And pray to the heavens above, That someday, somehow, we’ll meet again, And our love will blossom once more, amen.

Version 2

Longing for lost love, a heavy burden to bear, Memories of happier times, still so vivid and clear, Heartache that never fades, a pain that lingers on, The hurt and sorrow of a love that’s come and gone.

The mind replays every moment, every kiss and embrace, Wondering where it all went wrong, what led to this painful place, Questions without answers, regrets that never cease, A love that was once so strong, now just a distant peace.

Days turn into weeks, and weeks into years, The heart still aching, shedding countless tears, Missing that familiar touch, the warmth of loving arms, A love that seemed unbreakable, now lost and gone.

Longing for lost love, a lonely and bitter plight, Wishing to turn back time, to make things right, But time marches on, and the love we once knew, Is but a distant memory, a dream that never came true.

So we hold onto the memories, the love that once was, And hope that someday, somehow, we’ll find love again because, Though lost love may cause pain, it also teaches us to grow, To cherish the love we have, and to let our hearts know.

That though we may long for lost love, it’s the love we have now, That brings joy to our hearts, and to our lives it will endow.

© VishalDutia

23 Feb 2023

embrace, for, growth, heartache, hope, joy, life, longing, loss, lost, love, memories, pain, poem, Poetry, regret, sorrow, Time, warmth
First Regret of a lifetime

First Regret of a lifetime

Version 1

The first regret of a lifetime, a weight so heavy, A memory that haunts, a pain so heady, A missed opportunity, a path not taken, A choice that led to heartbreak, a heart forsaken.

The regret lingers on, a lesson hard-learned, A scar that remains, a wound that’s burned, But in the pain, there’s also growth, And a chance to heal, and find new hope.

Version 2

The first regret of a lifetime, so sharp and clear, A memory that lingers, year after year, A decision made, a path not taken, A heart that’s heavy, a spirit shaken.

But in regret, there is a lesson learned, A chance to grow, to take a different turn, For even in the darkest night, The first regret can lead to a brighter light.

© VishalDutia

22 Feb 2023

choices, decision-making, first, growth, learning, lifetime, poem, poems, Poetry, reflection, regret, Resilience, self-improvement
The Road Taken #Story

The Road Taken

Mark had always been a practical person. He had a stable job, a comfortable home, and a reliable routine. But one day, he found himself standing at a crossroads. He had been offered a job opportunity in another city, but it would mean leaving everything he had ever known behind.

Mark thought long and hard about his decision. On one hand, the job would offer him new challenges and opportunities for growth. On the other hand, it meant leaving behind his family and friends, and the familiar comfort of his current life.

In the end, Mark decided to take the road not taken. He took the job offer and moved to a new city, starting a new chapter in his life. It was scary and challenging, but also exhilarating and rewarding.

Years later, Mark looked back on his decision with no regrets. He realized that sometimes, taking a risk and stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to unexpected and wonderful things.

15 Feb 2023

change, comfort-zone, Decisions, growth, New Beginnings, regret, Risk, road, Short Story, Stories, Story, taken, the
Aching Heart

The pain of losing you

Memories haunt me of what was once ours,
My heart forever longing for the happy hours.
The pain of losing you piercing through my soul,
The broken pieces of my heart too heavy to hold.
© VishalDutia

15 Feb 2023

heartbreak, loss, memories, poem, poems, Poetry, regret, sadness
Love Lost and Broken Heart

Love Lost and Broken Heart

The tears that fall remind me of our love,
That I still cherish and think of as enough.
Yet my heart is scarred and torn apart,
Fragments of our love remain in my broken heart.
© VishalDutia

15 Feb 2023

heartbreak, longing, poem, poems, Poetry, regret, sadness, shattered
Counting

It’s been four years
since we’ve talked
hugged
laughed
I think of you
now more than ever
and regret that I couldn’t before
suppose it was just too hard
but with each passing year
its harder to distract myself, ignore
I wonder how different life would be
if you were still here
I wonder what will happen
in another four

©VishalDutia

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30 Aug 2022

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I Wanted #Poetry
I wanted to write books
But the words wouldn’t come
So I put down my pen to sleep

I wanted to say something
But whatever I said
Had been said long before me

I wanted life to be fun
But I lost track of time
As money became the key

I wanted to find love
I thought that I would
But that hasn’t worked out for me.

(Some truths I regret)
- VishalDutia
1 Jun 2022

life, poem, poems, Poetry, regret, truth
Its Simple

Without pain
Love couldn’t exist
Without hurt
Love wouldn’t persist
Without regret
Love can’t resist

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4 Apr 2020

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Our dying skies

Inevitable frost patterns
encircle our moments

Infinitely falling mirrors
that quietly sparkle

Send icy messages of
wind and eternal regret

11 Mar 2020

loss, love, poem, poems, Poetry, regret

Tag: regret

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