I Need

I need step-ladder to reach even not-so-tall places.
I need a cup of coffee to wake up my thoughts from inert mind.
I need his warm furry face kissing mine to tell me of his love.
I need your arm across my heart to comfort me if I weep in my sleep.
I need you to hold my hand to stop me from a stumble if I lose my step
for I am lost in thought.
I need structure to my life, to fill in the void.
So I won't be searching for those I lost in the past.
I need your assurance that you will be there till the end of our journey,
for alone I will drown in sorrow of your absence.
I need no flowers to mark special occasions, for they wilt and
Indicate the sweet moment has already gone past.
I need no pep talk to boost my confidence, your smile does that in an instance,
I need a friend who doesn't demand or discard my affections.
I need to know that you need me as much as I need you.

Reviews

[Riddhi]

I loved this poem..Everyone cannot express themselves so clearly like you express yourself..I loved every line of it..The way you compared it with a cup of coffee , then a furry face , every single bit was worth appreciating..Actually this poem can be even sang as a beautiful song ...
Keep on writing..

[Mrudula Rani]

What a wonderful review, thank you dear Riddhi.

[Neville]

I am so glad you are able to articulate your needs in such a graphic and meaningful way..Not everyone can express themselves so clearly.. furthermore, I sense you make a clear distinction between needs and wants which is so important for a healthy and well balanced existence.......oh' and for what it's worth, it seems we share more than just a love of words......... N

[Mrudula Rani]

"Birds of a feather flock together" holds so much truth isn't it? The Like minded have a way of meeting even on the writing site is possible I believe... but I find you wonderfully wise and admire you a lot my dear friend.

[Neville]

I am blushing again & tis indeed true, birds of a feather do flock together.........All the Very Best of Good Things, N

[barleygirl]

I’m amazed at how many ways your words express my own preferences in a lifelong friend . . . for example: “cup of coffee” . . . “warm furry (dog) face” . . . “structure” . . . “no flowers” . . . “no pep talk” . . . and MOST OF ALL: “friend who doesn’t demand or discard” . . . all these perfect lines make me wish I’d thought of such a perfect way to express myself this clearly! Sometimes we don’t get what we want becuz we don’t really KNOW what we want. In this case, I believe you may have gotten what you want becuz you can express yourself about it so well (whereas I have not!) I always love the way your details reveal so many of the warm aspects of your sweet yet assertive personality (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Mrudula Rani]

Margie Querida, você é uma linda moça com uma grande coração.
One of the best things about writing on WC is your wonderful reviews. You bring the best out of us writers. Thank you very much. Uma grande beijo.

[KCthelastboyscout]

Feels like an aching in your heart.Reading this I can relate yearning to be acknowledged by the person you love most.Its all you need and it means everything

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank you KC for your lovely thoughts on my writing.

[Coyote Poetry]

A very needy poem. Some folks need too much. I liked the flow of thoughts shared in your words. Nice ending to the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank for your amazing review Johnnie. I Appreciate your comments.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my friend.

[Paul Bell]

Love the analogy of the flowers. After a time they wilt.
Unlike a solid friendship, which should go from strengh to strengh.
Plus, good friends never judge you. They just laugh with you.

[Mrudula Rani]

Good friends are a treasure. Thank you for your wonderful thoughts.

[Wild Rose]

I am with you all the way with this Emma

[Wild Rose]

I am with you all the way with this Emma

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank you .

[emmajoy]

'I need step-ladder to reach even not-so-tall places. ~ I need a cup of coffee to wake up my thoughts from inert mind. ~ I need his warm furry face kissing mine to tell me of his love. '

At some time in life, most of us stand waiting for fingers to stretch towards our minds and hearts, whispering, 'I'm here, hold on.' Or maybe that's what we each need do or try to do, without apology, without pause.. ..

Your poem is beautiful, gently requesting, needful, tentative yet quietly confident. No sin in that, more a display of sweet desire and need to share

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank you minha Doce amiga( my sweet friend) for your delicate and wonderful thoughts. I love Your visits and reviews.

[emmajoy]

.. and, I love your writing! This post touches heart and mind. Also, your words ,'Minha doce amiga'. add a certain something extra!

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank you, doce querida (sweet dear).

[Chris Shaw]

We are all needy in life, but I think it is also good to be needed. It is really rewarding to know that others are willing to reciprocate what you give to them. It's a two way street. Then it works. Your poem is a delightful read M. Thank you

Chris

[Mrudula Rani]

Thank you Chris, An elegant poet's review is very appreciated.