What You Mean

artwork courtesy of art majeur

If I were a flowering plant

I’d gladly share my topsoil with you

If I were a silken blouse

You'd be chosen as my sleeve

If I were an astronaut

I’d ask the stars to spell your name

Sparkling every night

I will be your confidante

When secrets need to be voiced

And your defender

When the world gangs up on you

 

So, mon amour, when you teeter 

on the edge of night

Let me be your safety net

because

All the evocative poetry in the universe

is truly not sufficient

To tell you what you truly mean to me

Reviews

[Amy R]

Oh my, I definitely enjoyed reading this poem..

"Let me be your safety net
because
All the evocative poetry in the universe
is truly not sufficient
To tell you what you truly mean to me"
Something about this last stanza, totally loved..

Beautiful poem.
-Amy

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you so much, Amy. I appreciate you finding this older write. Lydi**

[Amy R]

You're welcome Lydia dear!! 🤍

[Abhilash Hegde]

you have told sufficiently and so eloquently what the person truly means to you. the words inked here, the picture you weave here, all just so wonderfully dear. great expression with poetry, the writing and the style is what I like here. thanks for sharing this wonderful piece of poetry, Lydia!

[Lydia Shutter]

Abhilash, I always appreciate your reviews. Thank you. Lydi**

[Coyote Poetry]

I adored every word dear Lydia.
"So, mon amour, when you teeter
on the edge of night
Let me be your safety net"
I liked the above lines. Thank you dear friend for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Lydia Shutter]

So pleased you liked this one, John. Your romantic writes are always wonderful. Lydi**

[Cassie]

awww whoop whooop!!!! Lydia you never disappoint. I love this

[Lydia Shutter]

You are a sweetie, Cassie. thank you. Lydi**

[Zoe Richardson]

This is such a lovely tribute to your mon amour. To desire to put another before yourself, and to let them be what is most important to you, shines through in every line. Well done!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Zoe. I appreciate your review. Lydi**

[jacob erin-cilberto]

What a beautiful array of metaphor...
If I were the subject of this poem, I think I would become a metaphor as well.
j.

[Lydia Shutter]

You are the King of Metaphors, my friend! Thanks so much for the review. Lydi**

[willweb]

Sounds like a keeper to me. Beautifully written Lydi. Once again, I stop by and I am amazed

[Lydia Shutter]

Will, you are so kind. Thank you! Lydi**

[emmajoygreen]

Your words prove that somewhere in the shadows there are thoughts and dreams that actually come true.. meantime

You always write with a trusting pen, Lydia, because however you feel there is something gentle and utterly giving when you flit across cold screens. Thank you for the comfort you spread confetti-like with every letter you offer, dear, dear lady. Hugs

[Lydia Shutter]

Oh Emma....you make me feel so talented. Thank you so very much for your words. I will be smiling today for sure. Lydi**

[emmajoygreen]

You know what's said is meant! Endless smiles on their way so - landing lights needed, please!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Very romantic and told in a generously caring voice of poetic song.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, John! Lydi**

[fallon]

This is so much more than love…… it is commitment. A silken blouse sewn together with commitment. I love that imagery.
It is very romantic and pure without any doubt or fear. The ideal way to love perhaps.

[Lydia Shutter]

Fallon, thank you very much. Yes, commitment....today is my husband and my 48th wedding anniversary. Lots of love and commitment for sure. I appreciate the review. Lydi**

[fallon]

Oh my goodness!!!!! HAPPY 48th!!!!!!
I am sorry, but I have to ask, because I always ask (I have to soak up all the wisdom I can)….
What is the secret to a long marriage?!

[Lydia Shutter]

Compromise.....and a deep love that accepts the other person's faults.

[fallon]

Beautiful! Thank you