stand by

"visualizing painting" by marcel garbi

please stand by

you tell me to be patient

to lay my problems on the silk of clouds

i try

i really do

i even recite the alphabet backwards

distracting myself

trying to make words of the letters where they stand

or sit as the case may be

maybe they are standing by

but me?

well, i find that so difficult to do

i mean my worry stone is so smooth

people think i've put wrinkle cream on it

please stand by?

my superhero uniform is frayed

even goodwill won't accept it

and the worst part is

i know i can do nothing at all

but

just stand by

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Oh Lydi**, I read these lines several times and I have to say although beautifully written, they left me with a feeling of trepidation. Reciting the alphabet backwards, trying to make words of the letters, spoke to me. Your posted artwork is splendid. I love the colour combination. All good wishes.

Chris

[Lydia Shutter]

Indeed, Chris, it is a feeling of trepidation that inspired the words. You are very empathetic. I so appreciate the review and the fact you notice the artwork I choose to accompany my words. Thank you. Lydi**

[Chris Shaw]

You are very welcome Lydi**.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lydi... you are a brave heart... your poetry is worn on your
smile of gracious gusts of feelings that seem surreal. It seems we are
always waiting for the gift of flowers when we look for a Vase to
hold our memories... or even the reassurance that greets the dawn.
truly, Pat

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Pat. I appreciate your lovely review. Lydi**

[Alexandra G.]

Wonderful piece... thank you so much!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Alexandra! Lydi

[apennylate]

"my superhero uniform is frayed
even goodwill won't accept it"

100/10 line...

Are you secretly Eminem...?

I am not even sure I care about the rest of the poem now... Sure, it is wonderfully written and silky smooth like watching clouds pass by...

BUT THAT LINE, MATE!!!!!!!!!!

Just please hold my jaw while I pick myself off the floor

[Lydia Shutter]

WOW, that is quite the review! I wish I could be as talented as Eminem! Thank you so much. Lydi**

[apennylate]

Quite the line, mate...
I probably am going to steal it and you will never know... Except now that i have told you, you will suspect... BUT YOU WILL NEVER PROVE IT!!!! MUAHAHAHA

[Lydia Shutter]

I hope, Silente, you are just joking with me. Stealing lines...plagiarism....is not funny. Don't start doing this.

[apennylate]

Oh... I was kidding, mate... I do not steal anything...

[apennylate]

And I would hope if somebody DID steal something... They would not broadcast it to the person they are stealing from... Terrible thievery...

[apennylate]

I meant it as a joke, to signify how awesome it is... I apologize for the unwanted intention to my words : /

[Lydia Shutter]

Good. I am glad to know you were joking

[John the Baptist]

An interesting look at the situation many find themselves in. Liked the images which were both pathetic and humorous. A work that would fit in well in a literary journal.

[Lydia Shutter]

Such a lovely review, John. Thank you. Lydi**

[Sami Khalil]

We have to take action sometimes, even if it is just verbal. We have to be part of the solution and not the problem. Patience is a precious commodity and it is in short supply. You have to hang in there and wait your turn for good action. You will reap all the benefits many folds...

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you for your wise words, Sami. Lydi*

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome dear Lydi.

[Sami Khalil]

"my worry stone is so smooth
people think i've put wrinkle cream on it"

[Sami Khalil]

"be patient
to lay my problems on the silk of clouds"

[Coyote Poetry]

Oh dear Lydia. I loved the honest thoughts leading to the logical ending. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry and your thoughts. I hope you are enjoying the days of Summer.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, John. Yes, summer is good....hope you are enjoying as well. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Lydia.

[Kelly Scheppers]

"...i mean my worry stone is so smooth
people think i've put wrinkle cream on it"

Now, there's a line a girl can use! If this didn't hurt so much, it would be laughable. Top notch, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Kelly. Hope you are having a good weekend. Lydi**