Hearts do not lie

A poem about love that went bad.

At first it was sweeter, 

but soon it turned bitter.

At first it was good, 

but it became bad,

and changed my mood, 

to one very sad. 

First there was light, 

but then darkness came, 

and faded the fight, 

for my own true name. 

First we had power, 

but soon changed the hour, 

and sweet delights, 

all turned sour. 

First it was day, 

but soon came the night, 

and what can one say, 

for his own plight. 

First we had life, 

but then it came death. 

A ghost is no wife, 

we are parted yet. 

First there was joy, 

but my heart was a toy, 

and I was a poor boy, 

that none would employ. 

Once I was happy, 

but then unhappy, 

and everything so pretty, 

turned to be so ugly. 

First there was hope, 

but she said nope, 

so it was goodbye, 

hearts do not lie. 

Author's Note

All reviews are appreciated.
Thank you for taking the time to read my work.
Take good care.

Reviews

[Amy R]

This poem highlights the fragility of happiness and the inevitability of change.
The language is simple yet poignant, reflecting the emotional weight of the transitions described.
Written very well, language and imagery on point.
Thanks for sharing.

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you Amy, for such a great review.
Yes, I was thinking about a love from the past.
Many years have gone by, but memory remains.
Life doesn't always have a happy ending.
I am so glad you enjoyed this poem.
Take good care friend.
🌹

[Amy R]

That's very true, I totally understand what u are saying.
You're welcome.

[Marie]

A very poignant write, dear A. R... Time can change so much, things that we never thought would or could change, but people change over time and we see their true colours emerge. You captured the different scene through the relationship superbly. The final stanza is heartbreaking, no second chance was given to make things right again. A wondrous play with words throughout the poem! Though a sad write, I enjoyed reading this poem because it is so finely crafted in an uncomplicated way which makes it easy to understand. Lovely work, dear A. R... Thank you so very much for sharing. Wishing you a very nice day to enjoy and sending Blessings your way too...

[The_Ancient_Rock]

Thank you so much for your visit and your awesome review. Your words are deeply appreciated.
Yes, no second chance was given. I guess that is true.
Take good care friend.
Blessings Marie.

[Marie]

You are most welcome always, dear A. R...
I am so very sorry no second chance was given.
read moreYou are most welcome always, dear A. R...
I am so very sorry no second chance was given.
Take very good care of you too, dear friend.
Beautiful Blessings to you, dear A. R...