Passing Through

Inspired by a poet who left a response on a poem of mine, telling me he had never been in love. He wasn't young either.

how starved are those who pass on by

who hold no favour for romance

who do not crave another's love

reserved, reticent they may be

who do not comprehend that they

have lost life's purpose on the way

they may have travelled here in time

but oh what moments they have missed

a door locked shut a key won't turn

they came they saw they never lived

Reviews

[Patricia]

That is sad and I can’t imagine. I am a loner by nature but not so much I wouldn’t want love. Although now if I was alone again I wouldn’t seek it. I have my soulmate so that’s it if he goes before me. This is an excellent piece

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Patricia, so sorry I am late with my response. Thank you for your lovely review and apologies for my tardy response. Hope you are well dear poet.

[W. Barrett Munn]

Oh to be an editor with such talent with which to work.

Winston

[Chris Shaw]

Winston, you are spoiling me with your praise and I thank you for it :)

[Ken Simm.]

I agree never loved, never lived. Although sometimes we would wish otherwise. This is quite beautiful.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Ken for stopping by to review this older poem out for an airing. I appreciate you.

[Soren]

So well said Chris. Although a loner I cherrish those moments of camaraderie. "They came they saw they never lived" so true.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Soren. An older poem out for an airing. Pleased you stopped by to leave your thoughts.

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Some people love their work or their hobbies or their sanity. I've often said there's worse things than being alone and being annoyed by the constant presence of another could be at the top of that list. Some people can't tolerate that. I drive my wife crazy, I'm sure. I get up at three in the morning to tap on my keyboard or play my guitar or make coffee. I lived by myself as a bachelor for 25 years. But on the upside, I can cook, clean house and do laundry and I'm not opposed to doing so. I'm a very good cook too and I wash dishes. I let her sleep late and take care of her when she's sick. She's very talkative and I'm very quiet...unless I'm typing or playing music. I read a lot. She's a TV and gameshow watcher. But I love her like nobody's business. I posted a song on her fb page by Guy Clark and Emmylou Harris, called, "I Don't Love you Much, Do I?" She said...that's so you. I'm understated. ;) She tells me all the time how blessed she is. I hope I'm included in that thought. (smile)

[Chris Shaw]

So lovely that you have found someone who really appreciates you Fabian. 25 years is quite some while to be on your own. Your wife is blessed because she has you in her life. Thank you for your share. I appreciate you stopped by to share your thoughts.,

[Betty Hermelee]

So sad indeed Chris; some people take the wrong path in life, either because it was preset for him/her or they accidentally wandered into it; either way it is a very lonely one ; there is nothing like experiencing love, romance tenderness, secrets, promises....That to me is what life is all about.....
Best, B

[Chris Shaw]

You are so right Betty. A life without love would be an unfulfilled one in my opinion. How sad that some should miss out on it altogether. Thank you so much for sharing your valued thoughts. Best always.

[Betty Hermelee]

You are so welcome dear Chris!
Best, B

[willweb]

Exactly, "they came, they saw, they never lived." Whoever said, "It is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved before" knew what they were talking about, just as your wonderful poems does Chris. Those who do not know love or do not seek to know love, are missing one of life's greatest joys. An amazing poem my friend. Totally in awe.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you will for your very kind review. I agree with everything you have said about love. So sad some miss out. I appreciate you.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

You haven't really liveduntilyou have loved. This poem expresses that wonderfully.

[Chris Shaw]

You echo my thoughts Dale. Thank you so much for your visit. All the best.

[emmajoygreen]

Love covers so many areas. each with a special magic and more than more. With each there's chance, disappointment and in so many beautiful cases, a relationship that means everything - even the acceptance of each other's flaws! Love truly is what makes the world go around! Plus, its hope and memories are paramount in a life that means more than Self. You've proved it with your thoughts, words and their content, Chis. You inspire.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear ‘Em, thank you for your visit and your very kind review. Your thoughts are appreciated and very welcome. If I can inspire anyone, then that is an added bonus.

[emmajoygreen]

Of course it is. Enjoy your weekend.. keep warm! ,

[Einstein Noodle]

well said .. read the comment too .. its probably not as rare as i would think .. those who never loved at all ... bring to mind the axiom (in my noodle) "Better to have loved and lost than have never loved at all" ... any pain, scrapes, bruising and bleeding well worth the fall says i ;) great perspective Ms. Chris! .. wish it had occurred to me to write on it ;) ... luv and hugs
E.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear Mr E. I agree with you. Better to have loved and lost rather than never loved at all. I find it hard to believe that some never find love. What a sadness. Hope you are keeping well my friend. All good wishes from across the pond.

[Einstein Noodle]

i am well .. more than deserved .. more wishes back to ya .. waking and sleeping :)

[AYVID N]

I relates to this amazingly written poem very much dear Chris. Whether in a romance or in parenthood or in any other significant relationship, love keeps us going always.

[Chris Shaw]

So true dear divya. I can’t contemplate a life without love. i appreciate you calling on this old poem, out today for an airing while my muse plays hard to get. Have a lovely day 🌹

[AYVID N]

You too dear Chris. Always such a pleasure to read a poem of yours.