I Write

 

Artwork by Marie Laurencin

courtesy of Artodyssey

 

 

 

 

Positioning my heart just perfectly

so that emotions pour into my well of ink

for only you….I write

 

My emotions splattered

on the once naked page are meant for you

 

Will you caress my words tonight

holding them in places I will never dwell?

 

Read the words

Let them dance upon your tongue

As they rest in the curls upon your chest

Quench your thirsts with them

 

Listen to my private whispers

Allow my warm breath to enter your soul

and simmer there as double entendres

do dirty deeds upon the page

 

Yes, my darling

you need not question

tis for you…I write

 

 

Author's Note

We all write for different reasons, but most of us hope that special someone will read our words. I wrote this poem in 2002 and it was featured in my book in 2005.

Reviews

[Karen]

I've often wondered why I write or for whom do I write. I've come to terms that there are many reasons I write, including emotional release, mental therapy, and raw need. But I've rarely written for a particular person though I've written with certain people in mind. While I do not have a set person that inspires me to write, I do have set experiences with people that inspire me to write. Regardless, Nature is my true Muse, and to Her I devote my oeuvre. Beautiful poem, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

We all write for different reasons, but one thing is certain...we all NEED to write. Thank you very much, Karen. I appreciate the in depth review. Lydi**

[Angi]

My husband looks at me like I have three eyes sometimes. He just doesn't get poetry, he says. I write for him anyway. I love this, Lydi. Angi~

[Lydia Shutter]

EXACTLY! Thank you for understanding, Angi. Even if they don't "get" it, we write for them. Lydi**

[Angi]

This made me have an aha moment, Lydi. I love it when that happens.

[Lydia Shutter]

ME TOO! :)

[Anand Sehgal]

My emotions splattered
on the once naked page are meant for you.

touched the soul. your warmth in poem always stand out. :)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Anand. I appreciate your comments. Lydi**

[mags]

Dear Lydi, this is so beautiful. Your poetry is always exceptional with the wonderful way you use words. Lovely. Margaret

[Lydia Shutter]

Margaret, you are so kind. Always a pleasure to see your smiling face here. Lydi**

[Revery]

This is just beautiful. It draws the reader in and make them want to pretend, if only for a moment to be the muse. Thank you for sharing.

[Lydia Shutter]

What a wonderful comment! Thank you. Lydi**

[Revery]

Your welcome. :)

[Joyce S. Greene]

Your poems are always from your heart, Lydi, and they are beautiful, in large part, because of that. I admire the sincerity and quiet strength of your words. A very good poem for a Sunday morning. Hope your day is a fine one.

[Lydia Shutter]

And yours as well, Joyce. Thank you so much for your comments. Lydi**

[Rita L. Sev]

For a writer, it is an intimate act, baring our soul on the page. Lovely piece, Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

I think all of us bare our souls to a certain degree...even if it is between the lines. Thank you for your comments, Rita. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Lydi**

[HLDXyQ3uGx]

I find this poem very gentle and sweet. As always, you have a way with words, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Mindy. Enjoy the rest of the weekend. Lydi**

[Kelly Scheppers]

"Read the words
Let them dance upon your tongue
As they rest in the curls upon your chest"

Oh yes, those definitive little curls that engage my fingertips! So lovely, Lydi! Beautiful art, as well!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Kelly. Hope you are enjoying the weekend. Lydi**

[jacob erin-cilberto]

the most private parts of ourselves come flow from the end of the pen...we really let it out..

and especially when it is for a certain someone...the confessions of love can be endless.

beautiful write, lydi...as usual...

[Lydia Shutter]

I am pleased you expect high quality in my work and even more pleased I can deliver that! Thank you so much for the wonderful comments, Jacob. Lydi**

[David Scott]

I have a few writes I do not publish because they are private and meant for one soul...
Those writes are the most treasured!
I loved how you share this private thought in a public way.
It shows courage and inclusive love.
Very well done.

[Lydia Shutter]