~Nothing Else Matters~

“What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us.”

Henry David Thoreau

 

No matter what we’ve been through

you’ve given me hope for something new

trying to dry all the tears that I’ve cried

dying to feel alive… again… inside.

 

Accepting the way I feel for you

has opened my eyes to a different view

no longer trapped in cracked mirrors

seeing facts a whole lot clearer.

 

A world apart stands a simple man

holding my heart within his hands

spilling the sand, we watch it scatter

love expand s--so nothing else matters.

 

When the madness of sadness starts to creep in

I’m stronger-no longer- do I have to pretend

fear fades with each breath that I take

shaking charades made by mistake.

 

Trust I feel and I share with you

kinship of friendship accrued and grew

we’ll get through each path we choose to pursue

these three words don't always spell disaster

I’ll be loving you and nothing... else... matters.

 

Author's Note

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Reviews

[Rene Salinas]

Oh , my Romanticism . Haven't seen this for a while. In fact is not very common around here (The cafe). The use of intense emotion as an authentic source of aesthetic experience, placing new emphasis on such emotions as apprehension, horror and terror, and awe. In this writing we find all of them. In fact this is probably the "darkest " writing I have ever read from you. I can only assume the reasons are clearly described in the writing so there is no need to put them on show. I really relate to the gesture of the writing. You standing at the top of the castle, bruised and battered emotionally , a storm coming, winds , grey skies falling upon you , your black cloak and the image of the sun at the distance in its reflection that person that will still be there for you until the bitter end.

Nothing else would matter.

Thankyou

[AprilRN1210]

you are always so insightful, it is scary sometimes Rene.. you find a way to see into not only the emotion, the meaning, but the imagery and layers.. thank you for this awesome review.. and I agree with you wholeheartedly.. nothing else matters:)

[Confuser]

It is quite beautiful. Would like to know if you like Evanescence? Amy Lee's Immortal is so beautiful - if you don't know their work - Read only the lyrics first then the music. The second would be Bring her back (think that's it). You'll see on the views on Youtube. Just love them, that's all. What a talent you are - she is the most beautiful girl/her voice angelic. Anyway....Something in your writing reminded me of Immortal, soft sweet - the next one will blow you away.

[AprilRN1210]

I do know and love Evanescence.. she has a hauntingly beautiful voice that speaks to me, I am tickled that this made you think of her.. Thank you so much.. you are kind.. I am glad you enjoyed..

[Confuser]

You are a beautiful girl as well. And let's face it - that mold was broken with her and you. Don't worry, I'm not creepy - I'm a married Mother. I'm DaleSpringsMitchum on facebook, although, I'm not there often. I love music - began writing yesterday, but didn't want to use any of her words; but the video of my immortal was inspiring. Thank you A;

[AprilRN1210]

that thought never crossed my mind.. don't use facebook.. not really into all that.. my friends wanna keep up with me, they can call me, visit, or text.. thank you again.. I appreciate it..

[Confuser]

Gotcha, only did it about a yr ago, at my friends urging; really, you're not missing anything.

[Onyia-Ali, Kingsley Chu..]

I love the tone and mood of your poem. The poem disguises itself yet I credit it as a love poem. The personer anticipating to go on with the lover inspite of all or what people may say. There is lots of alliteration that I appreciate. This poem is good. I also appreciate how you started it in the first stanze. It seem that the love is weak, but there are lot of things that made the persona stick to the lover. Her teard was dried, smiles follows it. Well done indeed.

[AprilRN1210]

oh wow.. Thank you so much for this insightful review.. It is nice to meet you!.. I am tickled that you saw layers and enjoyed.. I would love to return the favor.. Is there a specific piece you would like me to read?..

[BL]

Your words are a strong medical potion and they stir and invigorate me. Your lines carry an insightful message that is not too profound or overbearing and as usual there is an overall feeling of lightness and kindness to them. I really like this new write of yours that covers an array of complex emotions, including the greatest of them all; love and the beating heart.

[AprilRN1210]

you are always so kind and encouraging Blue, thank you for this lovely, thoughtful review. I appreciate it and you.. :)

[BL]

And I you and your Words of encouragement, it is so important

[AprilRN1210]

((hugs)) to you sir!.. indeed it is.. :)

[Jamsheed Shafi]

great poem .
really enjoyed reading it.

[AprilRN1210]

Thank you for reading, I am glad you enjoyed. .

[SmittyJas]

When it come to affairs of the heart dear Lady nothing else matters. Love this write.

[AprilRN1210]

Thank you so much.. I am glad you enjoyed... your visits are such a pleasant surprise.. nice to see you:)

[Inda]

A fantastically sweet write that is not too sweet to enjoy. Sometimes these can be cheesy, but you found a gmbalance and it paid off! Love it!

[AprilRN1210]

Hey you!!!.. I was just reviewing you!.. ha!.. funny how that works.. how are you?... yea.. not big on "cheesy".. yuck!.. I am tickled you enjoyed.. thank you:)
always a pleasure to see you India..

[Inda]

Yeah I did enjoy it. Name's Inda* hehe.

[AprilRN1210]

omg!!... sorry... just saw this.. oops.. and I KNEW that.. grrrr...

[Troy Henson]

First my dear, April...the song. Metallica are a favourite band of mine and this song in particular always pulls at the heart strings for me for many different reasons. It's one of those songs that can be attuned to so much. Nicely chosen and I do love how you have woven the lines from the song into a few parts. Excellent! and fitting.

Now this piece...wow! You have hit this one out of the park. The emotion that entwines itself with true and deep feelings is remarkable. Life has so many twists and turns in it then their is love which just seems to complicate matters more but love is the one thing that we always seem to go back for. Finding that person is special and the pieces along the way we have collected that have enabled such deep and honest feelings provide us with one feelings of.....Nothing Else Matters.

Loved this April.

Troy

[AprilRN1210]

Hey Troy.. It is one of my favorites as well.. Was singing this in my heart while writing, so felt fitting to add it.. I agree with you wholeheartedly.. thank you so much for this awesome review my sweet friend. .It is always such a pleasure when you visit.. I love hearing your thoughts on my work.. I appreciate your time, opinion, and friendship!..((hugs))

[Troy Henson]

Always a pleasure April x

[Eleanor]

I really loved this. It had different emotions and you were able to express them really wonderfully.
Great flow and writing.
Explains how much you are in love with a simple man and that "nothing else matters" to you. How much you love everything about him.
Great job :D Maybe one day I would be able to write like you. Though I know I never can.

[AprilRN1210]

you are so sweet girl.. thank you so much.. I am glad you enjoyed this.. and I WISH I was able to write as well as you do at your age.. the sky is the limit with your talent.. you write beautifully.. :)

[Eleanor]

Thank you so much :D Your words really inspire me a lot ^_^

[AprilRN1210]

you're quite welcome my sweet friend.. :)

[Sanjh]

That's so romantic April, It flows beautifully, from sadness to love and hope, wonderful...:)
I specially liked the lines:

"Accepting the way I feel for you
has opened my eyes to a different view
no longer trapped in cracked mirrors
seeing facts a whole lot clearer."

Thank you for sharing...:)

[AprilRN1210]

That is very sweet of you, thank you so much. I am glad that you enjoyed this piece.. I appreciate it..

[Sanjh]

You are welcome...:)

[FOih;]

I loved the 'hook' in this poem, "nothing else matters"

The Bible teaches us to sacrifice ourselves to our partner in marriage, over and over again such that 'nothing else matters.' I get that vibe from this. Even though it may not be based on the Bible, the message is the same to me. Well written!

[AprilRN1210]

thank you for sharing your lovely insights to this piece.. I am glad you enjoyed.. it means a lot coming from a talented writer such as yourself.. I appreciate it :)