Ma Hal Khe Te

At the time, I had every intention -- but then we all say things don't we in the heat of the moment....

Ma Hal Khe Te

After so much closeness

All that loving

The distance now between us

Seems such a waste of time

My dear

Ma hal khe te

Je reviens one day

Author's Note

I never did return

Sorry,

N

Reviews

[Elly_Green]

May I ask what "Ma hal khe te" means?

Despite my ignorance in this area, I do actually like this poem quite a bit. p.s. I do understand the French at the end. Also, having experienced my fair share of disappoint in life and love, this poem speaks strongly to me. I am sorry you never returned to whatever or whoever you left or left you, but alas, the poem alone is worth the loss.

[Neville]

Hiya Elly_Green, once again, many thanks are in order... It means I love you she was French Filipino & my, that was such a long time ago. N

[Elly_Green]

Thank you. I, myself, have a passing knowledge of some random Malawese words picked up ages ago.

[Neville]

Good to hear from someone who is not entirely infatuated with themselves. I will be in touch. N

[Lyn Anderson]

Sometimes, we intend to do something and end up hurting someone without meaning to. Time passes, and an apology becomes inappropriate somehow ... This is a thoughtful, truthful, wonderful introspective write. I have so missed your unique brand of writing.

[Neville]

Well I find it hard to express my gratitude for your truly encouraging words... They are as always most encouraging and welcome... I had a rough time in West Africa & am glad to be back home in time for my daughters graduation in May... I am currently planning a return trip to The Gambia next year but by road with a wagon full of medicines and other much needed supplies. All I need now are sponsors.... Oh and that is not a plea but rather just a statement of fact. I think I might have found a little more of myself whilst living in that tin shed just off the Senni Gambia Highway... All Good Things my good friend, N