The Mistress of Word Play

If Once You Look Back

If once you turn and see the tears,
or look back upon those younger years,
perhaps there's hope and some love left.

If once you turn in the sunlight shining,
and recall the souls of two lovers entwining,
maybe you will not feel the theft.

If once you forget the pain you felt,
think instead of the high cards you were dealt,
tomorrow might be far easier to bear.

If once you open up that sheltered heart,
take one last chance, though love's come apart,
you might find that you still care.

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