Words
they say words cut deeper
than any blade.
i didn’t believe them
until i hear you say.
“i’m sorry we didn’t work out”
damn that killed me.
For Sadje’s WDYS
Words
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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Heartbreaking poem Mich. Thanks a lot for joining in with this beautiful poem
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Thank you so much too for the photo prompt..
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Always my pleasure
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The knife of Words is able to cut anything Mich
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indeed, thank you Shiva..
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Words are just a medium. It is the intent and interpretation that kills.
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i so agree Reena.. thank you so much
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True words can kill or rectify. Nice poem, Mich.
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truly, kamal.. thank you so much
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Welcome dear Mich 💞
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Words…yes, they are powerful…they can heal or destroy. Great poem, SweetMich…pairs perfectly with that heart-touching photo.
(((HUGS)))
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Thank you so.much Carolyn…and i miss your words too…waiting eagerly for your post.
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You’re welcome and thank you for missing my words!
I wanted to let you know I finally put up a post! 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️
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yay.. on to your site now
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That does cut like a knife! Great poem, Mich.
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aw, indeed Chris..thank you..
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Words can be lethal and they just cut through the heart. Very nice take Mich!
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thank you so much Radhika..
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Cuts like a knife!!! Great take Mich
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Thank you so much..🙏💕
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💔😔
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Thank you💕
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Words do hurt deep! Nice poem 💕
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Thank you so much..🙏💕
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Nice poem, Mich , words can either make or break, this is why words must be weighed carefully before spoken or written. 💔
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I so agree Anita, we need to be extra careful about how we use words…thank you💕😊
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Augh. Words straight to the heart!
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Indeed Val…thank you..😊
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sharper than knives the mind and words. well done Mich! 💖
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I agree…thank you so much Cindy..💕🙏
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aways Mich!! 💖💖
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Damn, what an emotional response to the prompt! I love it. Touched my heart ❤
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Thank you so much..💔🙏
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You’re most welcome, dear. ❤
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The emotion in this is rocking and beautiful! ❤
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Thank you so much i am so glad you like this..
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Everything said without saying anything.. Awesome.. ❤💕…
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Thank you so much..💕🙏
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Cutting words.indeed Michelle.🤍
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Hey Jude..happy to see yOu ..thank you so much..
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Such a pleasure.
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Oh, so sad!
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Oh, indeed Punam..thank you❤
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Oh truly deep and beautiful!
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Thank you Pragalbha..❤🙏
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