every drop of the rain is every bit of my pain
You held my hand tight
As you bid goodbye
It was hard
It was insane…
You kissed me softly
with a wimping cry
It froze my mind
It broke my heart…
You strained me in your embrace
clasped me in your arms
It pricked me
It stung me…
Then it rained on a summer afternoon
P.S.
This is an old poem i wrote years ago in memory of my beloved papa who passed away that summer.
I am reposting it for this week’s World of Words prompt: বৃষ্টি, which is a Bengali word that means “rain”.
Every week, Rosemarie (of A Reading Writer), Maria (of Doodle Scribbles), and Jade of https://jademwong.wordpress.com/2020/03/30/poetry-wash-away/ will post a word from a different country in the world.
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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.
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Excellent response for the prompt. A touching poem for someone special in.your life.
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Thank you Drew…how are you in there? Getting better?
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very sad, you obviously totally adored your father … fits the prompt perfectly 🙂
And most people’s mournful attitude … take care ❤
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Thank you Kate…He is the best….no amount of words is enough to say how i miss him🤗
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you said it so often Mich, that’s true love ❤
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❤❤❤ i know he is smiling somewhere..
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Stronger everyday. Thanks for asking. ⚘
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This is so heartfelt and poignant.
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Oh thank you Sadje😊
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You’re welcome Mich.
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Love your dedication poem , Mich. you are a wonderful beautiful writer.
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Oh thank you dear Yassy…🌻🌻🌻
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A truly heartfelt poem Mich…. I felt your emotions…xx
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Thank you Ivor..
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Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
MEMORIES OF DAD—AND A NEW CHALLENGE—!
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Thank you😊
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THANK YOU!
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Aw, this poem brought tears. 😦
I know you miss your Papa, SweetMich.
I believe he is still with you in spirit and in heart. And he wants the best for you.
(((HUGS))) and ❤
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I do miss him Carolyn..its been really so long since he passed away but i guess no amount of years or months could erase his memory especially because everytime i write i am reminded of him..he was my first and greatest fan..😇🤗🤗
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I understand. I miss my Papa, too. He died from cancer in 1993. April 10th was/is his birthday.
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Ohhhh may they both be happy in heaven
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🙂 Yes! 🙂
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Heartfelt Mich and clear to see the precious gift you both had. I believe you only have to be still and observant to know he has not left you. He is in each raindrop, in each hug you receive or smile from one of your children.
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Awww thank you Marie..that is so true..in fact in every word i write he comes alive..he was my mentor and my greatest fan.
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Delighted to hear that Mich! Savour his subtle messages. Xx
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🤗🤗🤗
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this is so touching!! full of so much emotions. beautiful, Mich! And thank you for joining again!
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I am having with your prompts..😊😊😊
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awww. ❤
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Ah, Mich! So much emotion and for sure, you have a proud man up there smiling wide. Excited to know you’re joining! 🙂
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Been joining your prompt ..and i am having fun.
Keep safe dear..
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oh my heart breaks with this one Mich, that last embrace, the last kiss, tears and emotions running wild. you make your papa so very proud with all you do, but most of all for the wonderful human you are.
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Thank you Gina your words are humbling and i know my papa is smiling wherever he is right now..and oh, maybe alongside your dad chatting…☺☺☺
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we hold fast to this promise, and yes they would have met by now!
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Sorry for your loss. My dad has been gone 16 years this summer. There are days I feel the pain as fresh as if it was yesterday. Most days though I can think of the good times and be okay.
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He passed away many years ago but the pain of losing a beloved love one will always be there. And yes like you, it was as if like yesterday.
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Yes
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Thanks so much for reposting this!! It is really great!! We so appreciate it!
xoxo
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😊😊😊
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Aww, thank you for sharing such a beautiful tribute to someone so special, Mich.
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Thank you too Jade..
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Thank you for sharing your inner most thoughts at such a painful time. Your word express the loss of a love one with so much emotion.
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Thank you so much💓💓💓
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