because

Sometimes things happen for no paticular reason, just 'because'

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She was staring into space
focusing on nothing at all

I asked her why
She said because

Her eyes were filled with tears
Which trickled down her cheeks

I asked her why
She said because

Her brow was heavy with sadness
Her face etched with sorrow

 

I asked her why
She said because

 

She knew that I was leaving

She knew it broke my heart

 

She asked me why
I said because

Reviews

A very neat and succint poem; I think everyone can relate to the answer of "because" =). As such, it's very powerful to combine such sad imagery with the simple reason "because"; the word is so charged with extra meaning that everyone can draw further interpretations out of it. And the conclusion links that concept back to create a very neat, thoughtful ending to the piece. It's probably a little simple (in terms of structure and wordplay, not depth or thoughtfulness) for my personal taste, but that is also its' strength as well =).

[Melissa]

What a poignant moment this would be for two people. Words left unsaid, empty space between two hearts, both sorrow over the leaving, yet neither taking the steps to bridge the gap. I love this piece Keith.

[Jadey]

I like this piece cause it is very simple yet says so much.

[Heavenly Scent]

I love this poem's simplicity - it's that simplicity that makes it such a powerful piece I think? I love it...because :)

[Morning Song]

Wonderful. I love this glimpse of what happens when communication breaks down. You captured it succinctly. I loved every word of this. Why? Because!!! BRAVO.

Hugs...
Jeri

[Sarah]

I liked this a lot! XD Definitely an interesting idea, twisting someone's words on them. ;) It can get rather annoying, never getting a straight answer from someone, and also doing something without really knowing why. Great job, loved the repetition! (: