never doubt it

artwork by anna razumovskaya "what lies ahead"

i know you

every inch of you

like i know every word to my favorite oldies song

in pockets of night

and in the vastness of day

our bodies sing a silent tune

also known as our melody of love

even as the sun swallows what is left of the night

i realize the sheet music 
is gloriously engraved in my psyche

so never doubt it

      no matter what lies ahead

toujours mon amour

 

Reviews

[R.E. Ray]

Lydia, a tender and sincere poem. I read this one several times, and though it certainly applies to a lifelong or longtime love, so many verses can also apply to self. I reflected on times when I talked myself through a scary or troubled time, and I came out on the other side. So comforting when we know others know us so well. Enjoyable read, as always.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Robert. Those who can love themselves like this are very fortunate folks.
read moreThank you very much, Robert. Those who can love themselves like this are very fortunate folks.
I liked your interpretation. Lydi**

[Yousra Alsubaihi]

Amazing ! I love your words , they're amazing! , well done (:

[Gee]

Man that is beautiful, romantic, heart warming.
Congratulations, 43 years wed, hopefully I too will reach that mark.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Gee. I hope you and your wife do make it to 43...and beyond. Lydi**

[CD Campbell]

I love the line about the favorite oldies song. If people knew their partners as well as old lyrics, this world would be an awesome place. Ok its already an awesome place. You know what i mean. Great poem. CD

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, CD. Today is my hubby and my 43rd wedding anniversary....yea, it's an awesome place. :) Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

A beautiful love poem Lydi**. Wonderful expression and I particularly like the use of the French language in the last line. So ..........romantic.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Merci beaucoup, mon ami! :) I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

Sweet and wonderful use of words dear friend.
"i know you
every inch of you
like i know every word to my favorite oldies song
in pockets of night"
I do like the above lines. They are what love should be. Song and memory. Thank you Lydia for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

Your poetry so often mentions music and dance...it is the stuff of romance. Thank you, my friend. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Lydia. I enjoyed the poem.

[Lyn Anderson]

Soft and sweet, a gentle ode of love -- a really nice write as always.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Lyn. Lydi**

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

“Our bodies sing a silent tune...” and the lovers here are so attuned to each other. Tender, musical, golden, glorious words of love sung heart to heart. “In pockets of night..and in the vastness of day..” - gorgeous imagery and lyrical expression. I hear the musicality of this as a song- would love to hear it orchestrated. Absolutely beautiful poem Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Annette. Way back when...in college...some of my words were put to music by a local band. Those were the days! :) LydI**

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Aaah, I recognized a fellow songwriter! Hope you have a great and tuneful day.:))

[Lydia Shutter]

Very same to you, Annette!

[Patricia Wedel]

I meant this comment for this poem, "Never doubt it". Reminds me a bit of Silver threads and Golden needles... We can mend our lovers heart, because we know the other so well. A soft and melodic poem that caresses the heart. truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

I had a feeling you meant it for this one, but didn't want to say anything! :) Thank you once again, sweet Pat. Lydi**

[Patricia Wedel]

You are so gracious... dear friend. Pat

[Healing Star]

I love the ending - Never Doubt It, No matter what lies Ahead.
It's funny how all Doubts are created by our Own Minds - yet we believe them to be True, right?
I've always wanted to know how to embed a picture the way you did, and not just have it be that little ICON in front of the Title - Would you share with me how you did that? Be nice if the Cafe had HELP. Lovely Lydia, I'm glad you're Here, and always Remember - To BE HERE NOW, as much as we Can - Be Here Now.

[Lydia Shutter]

I'll be happy to tell you how to embed the photo. Save the photo on your computer first. Then when you are posting your poem, you will see a little green square at the top of the area where you type the copy of the poem. Click on that. A box will open up and you upload the photo from your computer that way. I appreciate your review very much. If you need further assistance, let me know. Lydi**

[Healing Star]

Thanks again, LUV Blessings

[Neville]

How could one ever harbour any doubts at all when you put it like this.....beautiful words indeed...... N

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Neville. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[Ms Paragon]

Lovely imagery of music to refer to love!Great idea, well executed!Nice work!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Ms. Paragon. Lydi*