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I've been friends with this wonderful guy for almost five years now, and apart from an initial attraction for him that I felt at the beginning, but never spoke of, that's all we've ever been. Friends.

But then, totally unexpectedly, he suddenly turns around one day and asks me why we never became more than friends. My first reaction was laughter that bordered on hysteria.

I thought that he was joking, but it still made me feel a little guilty because what for him must be a joke was actually a particularly favorite fantasy of mine not more than four years earlier.

So it came as a complete shock to me when I saw his hurt look and heard the words "I meant it, Emma". I'm ashamed to say that I didn't deal well with it. I think of all the things he could have turned to me and said, that was the least expected.

Anyway, to get to the point, I messed things up pretty bad. The one guy that I ever really liked and respected, may have even loved, and I kicked him out of my apartment. Almost literally.

Now he's moved without a warning and I can't get in touch with him. It's like he just disappeared. And it hurts, a lot.

I guess I just want to say that if you're reading this, Joseph, I'm sorry.

Never Meant To Be

by Earthbound Angel

Softly as a gentle breeze,
Love crept into my heart
So softly I did not realize
Until we came to part.
'Twas then that love so suddenly
Grew claws, and without warning
Clamped around my heart and left
Me bleeding and in mourning.
So stunned was I by this attack,
I did not cry out "stay! "
And, frowning at my silence,
You turned and walked away.
I never knew, until you left,
How much you'd meant to me
And now you're gone, I guess
Our love was never meant to be.

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Shirley

Loved it. Touched my heart!

Jasmine

I love this poem, great work and love how you describe the feelings you felt when the guy told you about how he felt. Once again I just wanted to say great job!:) *Jasmine*

adriana

I LLLLOOOVVVEEE this poem

Jason

i like this poem. i have this happen to me. my best friend left for carolina. i did not know the wealth of her heart till it was no longer there. this poem described it better than i ever could.

tina

i think that this is a wonderful poem and it relates to me very well keep up the good work!

Ewelina

What a wonderful poem! It describes the sitution I'm in at the present time, kind of. This poem deserves to get a very good rating on this site, because it simply refers to situations a lot of people are in,like what do I mean to that other person in our relationship and what she means to me? Questions in that kind of relationships exist,but we don't answer them in our minds,really. The words in it are simple ,bring up meaningful questions and it is also not too short and too long. Keep up the great writing!

Ashley

I love this poem soo much it reminds me of my life and i can relate to it sooo much! keep writing! Ashley-

heather

hey that was a really awesome poem it ws kinda sad but it got straight to ht epoint. it was freaking awesome. much luv

Kelly

Great poem and so true too life some times :)

jomar

i was touched by this poem as i have read it. i'll just remember/miss the person i've love before who happened to be my bestfriend best friend. i hope you make more poem as beautiful as what i have read. God Bless!

spide

Angel, I think I know how you feel, coz it happened to me once, just like yours. Your poem touch my heart. I know I've been lying to myself so long, but couldn't stop thiz feeling, may be we find the right one someday,OK?

Colt

This poem was the first one to give me chills. Absolutely wonderful. I am in this identical situation as we speak. thank you for such a wonderful poem.

Shaun

ha! seems so true. :(

Nay-Nay

A yo I think that your that your poem was very nice. I ment to tell some one how I feel but I was afraid what he would say.

L

This poem really touched my heart because I just left a similar situation to this poem and it is all so true. I commend the poet for this one and hope you have the patience in your heart to give it time because it heals all wounds.

aimee

I loved the poem! I read it and instantly thought of my friend who just broke up with his girlfriend.

jessica

i liked the poem it brung back memories when i read it im sorry it had to be like that for you but keep up the good work it was an excellent poem!

heather

You took the feelings right out of my heart and put them in words.

Theresa

Well ive been in the same boat but the only difference is hes still around i havent told him yet and he got someone else 10x more prettier than me and shes my goodfriend life sucks thanks for wrting this poem it touched me and imight just send it to him THANKS

Aileen

i like the poem, i could feel the hurt of the author. i also have a a guy friend and we treat each other as best of all. he also ask me the same question and i just ignore it though in my heart i know he is special but i want to treasure our friendship and i think its the best thing to do.

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