The “what ifs,” the “could have beens”
cloud my thoughts and actions.
Forevermore.
They’d come back, I was told
to haunt me.
Regrets.
I go back in time
I choose differently this time.
Another chance.
I live in the past
The present drifts away.
Another mistake.
Now I am thinking
about “what was but will never again be”
Torment.
To have something
only to lose it.
Tragic.
My heart’s greatest desire
Became ghosts in the shadows.
Irony.
what hurts more
“what ifs” or “what weres”
Another question.
The past is a deadly place to live in
I wish I could tell my younger self.
A warning.
Lessons I learn, consequences I face
Forward, I hope I move.
Forevermore.
Whimsical Wordsmith 
66 replies on “Forevermore”
Rishika, the emotions in this! Well done, I felt every one 👏
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Hey, oh you are so kind! I am so pleased that you enjoyed reading this and thought so. So glad you could relate to it on some level. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. Have a wonderful day! 🌹
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So well presented!
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Hi Nawazish, I am so happy you enjoyed reading this. I love hearing from you! Thank you for taking the time to read and leave this supportive comment. I hope you have a blessed day. 🌺
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Pleasure is all mine!❤❤
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Wow! This is really good Rishika.
Lessons I learn, consequences I face
Forward, I hope I move. ❤️❤️
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Hey Radhika, ahh those last two lines were what I had in the beginning. That was the idea, the rest of it came later. I am so delighted you thought so! I love hearing your views on my writings. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. Have a beautiful day. 🌼
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I love the way you wrote this, it’s amazing. Beautiful! 🙌❤
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Heyy, I am so happy that you liked it. This is a new style I tried! Your encouragement means so much to me. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment! I hope you have a lovely day. 🌹
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You’re welcome, and you too! 🙂
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Very thoughtful post. “what hurts more “what ifs” or “what weres”. I guess they both can hurt equally so. But perhaps I’d prefer the what were cause then I had a chance to experience it in some way more than just a dream.
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Hi Benjamin, that question has been floating around for some time now. I completely agree with that. I’d choose to at least have the luck of experiencing it once. There’s pain on both ends of that question. Probably wise to choose the one that at least let’s us have our heart’s desire, even if momentarily. I am pleased that you had a good read. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment! Have a blessed day. 🌺
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Exactly as you say. That’s how I feel. But sometimes the heartbreak it worth it. The moments are things that you can replace or get back. Best not to take them for granted. A good memory always get to stay a good memory. You have a great day!
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I was really a pleasure reading your post. Keep sharing like this. Best wishes ❤ 😊😊
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Hey Dulcy, aw you are so supportive. Thank you! I am happy that you enjoyed reading it. Yes, I plan to, hopefully! Thank you for taking the time to read and leave this kind comment here. Have a beautiful day. 🌼
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Excellent writing Rishika. Loved the wordplay. A life tale told in just few words. Well done. 😇
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Hi Harsh, so happy that you thought of this as a good read. I tried this new style of writing, this time! Wasn’t sure it would come out well. Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment! Hope you have a great day. 🌹
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It was great. You should always experiment new styles. That’s the way you’ll learn more than ever. All the best. 😇
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Wow!! Nicely written
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Hi, thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I am so happy that you thought so. You are so sweet! I hope you have a wonderful day. 🌺
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wonderful poem, wonderful post. Thank you. Dr Bob
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Hey Doc, I am so happy that you thought so! Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I really appreciate your encouragement. Hope you have a lovely day. 🌼
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I go back in time
I choose differently this time., Amazing! 🙂
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Hey Reshmi, ahh what won’t we all do for a second chance! I realized while writing this, how important it is to just let go. Thank you for taking the time to read and leave this sweet comment here! I appreciate it. Have a great day. 🌹
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Yes! Move forward. 🚘 Love this post!
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Hi Tamara, yes! We must let go of everything that is holding us back. Hard to do most of the times but still important. I am so happy that you thought so and enjoyed reading it. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment! Hope you have a beautiful day. 🌺
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Well said
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Hey, thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I am so happy that you thought so. I think of this as a life lesson! Hope you have a great day. 🌹
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I had a great one Rishika..thanks for educating me.
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Wow! Wow! Wow! This is just amazing!! You are so so good!
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Hi Harsh, ahh this is such a nice comment! Made me smile. Thank you so so much. I am so happy that you thought so and enjoyed reading this. I hope you have a beautiful day. 🌼
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love this Rishika!!! Really lovely visuals with such truth in your words.
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Hi Cindy, oh that is so kind of you. I do think that this is a life lesson. Let go and move on! I am so happy that you enjoyed reading this piece. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. Have a beautiful day. 🌹
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It sure is Rishika! I love your work and always happy to read what your right. You are most welcome! You do that same!!! ❤️
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A favorite of mine! I love how these almost miniature poems link together to create a whole that perfectly syncs with the image.
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Hi Jaya, this comment coming from you means the world to me! I am so so glad that you enjoyed reading this. Yes, I have never tried writing this way before. So this was an experiment with a new style! Glad that it came out well. Thank you so much for taking the time. I hope you have a great day. 🌼
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Wow beautifully written!
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Hi Pooja, that is so sweet of you! Thank you very much for taking the time to read and comment. I am happy that you liked it. Hope you have a good day. 🌺
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So beautifully written!
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Hey, I am so pleased that you thought so! Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I hope you have a beautiful day. 🌺
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Beautifully penned
Stay wealthy healthy safe and happy
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Hey, thank you for taking the time to read and comment! That is so kind of you. I am so pleased you found this a good deed. Have a beautiful day. 🌹
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Thank you 🙏
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I’m out of words!
I love this!!!!!!!!!!!!!❤️
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Hi Hemalatha, oh that is such a sweet comment!! I am so so delighted that you enjoyed reading this. So kind of you to drop this comment! Made me smile. I hope you have a wonderful day. 🌼
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Aww!😍❤️
My pleasure, Rishika!🤗
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Excellent writing 🙂
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Hello, thank you for taking the time to read and comment! I am so happy that you thought so. Your kindness and support is very much appreciated. I hope you have a wonderful day. 🌺
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All is well placed and perfectly. Nice read and very near to reality. Cheers. 💯👌🙋♂️
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Hello, thank you for taking the time to read and drop this lovely comment! I am so pleased that you enjoyed reading it. I appreciate your kind words! Hope you have a wonderful day. 🌼
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You are welcome 🍀⚘🍀
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Gosh!! This is amazing! Love each word of it. If you don’t mind me asking, how old are you? Of course you don’t have to answer that if you don’t want to.
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Hi Rishika, same pinch on the name haha. I am very delighted that you enjoyed this! Oh sure, I turned 18 a few months ago. What about you?
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Haha..same pinch! That’s nice! I am 12, but I’ll turn 13 this year.
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Ahh, okay! That’s really cool.
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I love your presence on wordpress! 🌻
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Hey Velu, oh it so good to hear that from you! This is so so kind of you. I love your writings! I’ll be looking forward to reading more. Hope you have a great day. 🌺
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That is a wonderful post🥰. Thanks for sharing it.
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Hey Olivia, thank you for taking the time to read and comment! That is so sweet of you. I am happy that you thought so and enjoyed it. Hope you have a beautiful day. 🌹
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That’s was really awesome & true 😃
Perfectly penned!!🤓💙
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Hey Pragya, you are so kind! I am delighted that you thought so and could relate with it. Thank you for taking the time to read and drop this lovely comment! Hope you have a fantastic day. 🌺
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I don’t think you’ve to bold that words, as whole your creation itself is bold enough to justify what you convey through it but really it is impressive that how you arrange it!!
Excellent work,🙂🙂
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Hey Divyang, that is so kind of you! I am very pleased that you thought so. I tried a new writing format this time. I really appreciate your support and encouragement and am very glad to receive it. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I hope you have a beautiful day. 🌼
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Rishika, So many perspectives in one place…So many ways to reflect on your life! Amazing!
All the best! Cheryl ❤
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Hi Cheryl, oh thank you so much! I always love hearing from you and really appreciate your support and encouragement. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I hope you have a wonderful day. 🌺
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Beautiful blog
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