And when I thought
I knew you…
And when your words
used to heal;
all wounds
seal.
And when you
listens to my
stories…
Then you said
“shut up”
I froze.
The end of my storytelling.
The End (part 11)
Published by michnavs
Michelle Ayon Navajas (born June 23, 1976) is a Filipino poet, writer, and educator. She is a Best-Selling international Poet known for her books reaching the #1 spot within days of their release. Her 8th poetry book, “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark,” went straight to the top of both the best-sellers list and new releases on Amazon on short notice. Her 7th poetry book, “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” went straight to the best-sellers list on Amazon in less than 24 hours of release by pre-orders alone and eventually became the number Poetry Book on Amazon India on its actual release day, soon after the book rose to the best- sellers list as well in all other Amazon Markets worldwide. Currently, Michelle holds the title of having 4 books published in a row to have made it to Amazon’s Best-Sellers List ("I Will Love You Forever, Too,” “After Rain Skies, 2nd Edition,” “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” and “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark”) and 3 books on Amazon’s #1Hot New Releases/New Releases ("I Will Love You Forever, Too,” “It Ain’t Winning If Without You,” and “I Am In Itself Poetry In The Dark”.) Her poetry appeared in several international literary magazines and anthologies such as Spillwords NYC, MasticadoresUsa, and MasticadoresIndia. Her poems “Holding Hands” was voted as Spillwords Publication of the Month for November 2021 and “Love Happens” was voted as Spillwords Publication of the Month for December 2022. She is also part of the award-winning ensemble of authors in two Poetry Anthologies, that are both Amazon Best-Sellers: Hidden In Childhood and Wounds I Healed. Graduated with a Master of Education majoring in English in the Philippines (University of San Agustin, Iloilo City). Michelle was a former college professor, teaching literature, speech & oral communication, creative writing, drama, and theatre arts. She is also a graduate of Mass Communications major in Journalism (Centro Escolar University, Manila). Michelle is active in her writing profession and works as a freelance creative writer. Follow her online: www.michnavs.wordpress.com IG @poetrybymich FB Poetry by Mich You Tube Poetry by Mich Amazon Author Central Goodreads View all posts by michnavs
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oh did that really happen? my heart skipped a beat.
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Yeah…kinda…lol..
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oh no sweetie! I so feel your hurt. In my past relationship the person I thought was going to be our the strength in our family – once turned up the volume in the car as I started to speak, I sank so deep into myself it has taken me a decade to resurface. It’s not you, it’s him / her, they are insecure narcissists! Don’t stop your story telling, we all have stories that needs telling and someone more worthy to listen.
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Thanks Gina….i appreciate your wisdom
Thank you😇😇😇
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Never stop telling your stories, Mich. You touch many people’s hearts; including me. Remember Dr. Seuss wise quote:
“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter, and those who matter, don’t mind.” xo
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Ohhh thanks Rose..
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Hello Michnavs,
A very heartfelt post.
Thank you for sharing it with us 💐
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Thanks Di…its a joy to see you here..
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You are so lovely, Michnavs. Thank you. As it is a joy to see you in my posts too…
All the best,
Di 💕🌹💕
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😇😇😇
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This was so incredibly heartfelt – you write beautifully, you made real emotion flow through a screen.
Abby – https://seafoaming.com
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Thanks Abby…will go check on your site now.
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Mich, I felt that stab of pain, go right through me.. So sad if you experienced this, Words can be cruel and stab deeper than a knife and leave unhealed scars..
Do not let anyone tell you, that you can not write, or that you do not tell good stories, or write wonderful poetry.. Because dearest Mich, you write from your heart,, A true spirit, with love and compassion..
Sending Huge Hugs your way .. ❤ Sue xxx
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Oohhh Sue..it warms my heart..
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💕💖
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Aww, Mich! Don’t listen to those voices. They don’t know what they are saying. I love what you write. You speak from the heart and your words are full of love, it touches my soul. So please, dear Mich, never ever stop❤️❤️
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Thanks Nj…☺☺☺
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Mich, never stop telling your story. Scream it from the highest mountain.
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I wont Davy..thank you..
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I like the form of the poem, it serves the content well.
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Thanks Robert…
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Never let anyone saying that stop you from writing xx
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Yeah..Christy..
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Find someone else to tell your stories to, however, I know that the rejection you wrote about can hurt.
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Indeed Frank..😑
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Beautifully haunting words that really reflect what we all experience once or twice in our lives; guess it’s our life’s trial of finding that one person who’ll REALLY listen to our stories. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks for your thoughts here…thank you..
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That’s kind of mean for a reaction….
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☺☺☺i know right..
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Sorry this happened to you. But please never stop telling your story! The world would be a less rich place.
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Oooh thank you for that..
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Oh my! This one reached up and grabbed me by my collar! So profound! This is exactly how a creative mind is completely trashed by those who can’t see the value.
Masterful!
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Thanks so much..i know and it is difficult..
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Absolutely wonderful. Never stop your story telling.
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Thanks Jacque..
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Life’s ups and downs make us feel frozen and we tend to abruptly stop.
So, Mich stories do not abruptly stop and we cannot make an end of it suddenly. 🙂
All the very Best Shower on You.
Shiva
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This is heartbreaking.
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Ohh..i know…
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Obviously I’ve come upon the frosting here – I will read the first ten if they exist. A poignant piece.
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Thanks so much..
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Never stop your words
There will always people
Who don’t get it
This happen to me today
The person cut me off at the
Knees,it’s like a tetanus shot
It hurts for a while
Then it goes away
Big hugs Mich
As Sheldon Always
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Thank you Sheldon…its always a joy to read your beautiful verses here…
Be well…
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You to
We got to stick together
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😊😊
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Oh. so harsh when those words are spoken and the illusion shatters. Powerful.
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