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Is there a purpose ?

February 14, 2010
By ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] ♥

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In life there's a purpose,
A purpose of what you should be,
But in others eyes it was different,
A purpose they couldn't see.
She wanted to be something,
Something known and true,
Others looked at her and said "There's nothing great in you"
Her heart felt so empty,as if there's nothing there at all,
I know that I can do it,I can't let others watch me fall.
She prayed to God at night,
Asking him what they don't see,
God what am I missing?
Is there a purpose left for me?
I know your watching over me,and listening to my prayers,
I need your answer to my question,is my purpose really there?
I know I'm gifted in your eyes,please let me know if its worth it,
If I try with all my strength,will there really be a purpose?

© Eleanor K., Bethesda, MD

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moon8 BRONZE said...
on May. 26 2014 at 4:56 pm
moon8 BRONZE, Peaks Island, Maine
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I don't agree with the idea of the poem but the rhyming is beautifully done, goo job!
Zolenz DIAMOND said...
on Jul. 27 2013 at 4:53 pm
Zolenz DIAMOND, Musquodoboit Harbour, NS, Other
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I love this! Great work! Its beautiful and gets the point across clearly. This rythm is amazing too.
PrincessSparkleStar BRONZE said...
on Oct. 31 2012 at 3:39 pm
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I really like this! I bet many people feel the same way, and you write beautifully ;) Please would you check out my poem? TeenInk.com/poetry/ballad/article/499252/Take-a-Chance/
maryismyname BRONZE said...
on Feb. 6 2012 at 2:30 pm
maryismyname BRONZE, Waukesha, Wisconsin
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this is such a relatable poem and really reaches out to everyone in a different way. this has such an emotional voice that can seems to be lost hope. i really like your poems, keep writing!
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That was extremely great I loved it
ShenelleCrystal SILVER said...
on Aug. 1 2010 at 11:59 am
ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Favorite Quote:
Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] &hearts;

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thank you :] ♥
ShenelleCrystal SILVER said...
on Aug. 1 2010 at 11:58 am
ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] &hearts;

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ahaha thanks I will :) ♥
Hannahgee6 BRONZE said...
on Jul. 28 2010 at 2:43 pm
Hannahgee6 BRONZE, Greensburg, Kentucky
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pure talent. :) i love your poems. ypur a great writer. keep it up. plz. haha :)
ShenelleCrystal SILVER said...
on Jul. 26 2010 at 8:36 pm
ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Favorite Quote:
Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] &hearts;

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thankss =]
ShenelleCrystal SILVER said...
on Jul. 26 2010 at 8:35 pm
ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] &hearts;

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thank you :)
Chloe_ BRONZE said...
on Jul. 20 2010 at 11:00 am
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That poem was really great i'll bet a lot of people can relate to it...i know i can
WritingLoverForever PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 11 2010 at 11:16 pm
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Wow, you did a really great job on this. It flows really well and the raw emotion is so gripping. I bet a lot of people can relate to this. Awesome job!
TheChemicalKidd SILVER said...
on Jul. 10 2010 at 7:45 pm
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The dignity of a person to keep pushing on despite others is amazingly depicted in this. Great work
fearlessalways13 SILVER said...
on Jul. 8 2010 at 6:39 pm
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This is absolutely stunning! This piece shows that you have real character and potential as a writer. Keep it up!
StandardToaster PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 1 2010 at 7:43 pm
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I LOVE THIS!!!
jcampgirl PLATINUM said...
on Jul. 1 2010 at 2:24 pm
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wow i rely love this i just now posted a powem called "tight rope" idk if its up yet but if u look and its thare give it a read
LIKEwhoaa GOLD said...
on Jul. 1 2010 at 1:24 pm
LIKEwhoaa GOLD, Carrollton, Texas
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wow  :)i love the emotion in this, its really strong and its so true because i think most people feel like this sometimes.

i love it

<3

SilverDawn GOLD said...
on Jun. 30 2010 at 5:52 pm
SilverDawn GOLD, Burnaby, Other
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wow this is really really beautiful. easy to understand and connect with. the words all flow together so nicely and i really like it. great work =)
ShenelleCrystal SILVER said...
on Jun. 29 2010 at 5:55 pm
ShenelleCrystal SILVER, M, New York
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Laugh your heart out dance in the rain cherish the memories ignore the pain love + learn forget and forgive because remember you only have [one life to live] &hearts;

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thank you :)
haventy0uheard PLATINUM said...
on Jun. 29 2010 at 4:45 pm
haventy0uheard PLATINUM, Kings Park, New York
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simply beautiful! i loved the whole thing, especially the last few lines. very deep and easy to relate to, great job! :)