Less Than Perfect

Less than Perfect

 

 

She apologized to him

 for years that had taken their toll.

For auburn hair that had lost its luster,

and delicate features

that were less than perfect.

 

He apologized to her

for the guise of gray that clearly shown.

For hands now trembling

at the mere anticipation

of bodies merging,

of lips pressing hard.

 

After years of being denied

their passion was consummately fed

                                    

Slow and methodical,

heeding no apologies.

 

 

 

 

photography by Andrew Atroshenko

 

Reviews

[Ruth]

To come together after however long is to surrender and reflect on such...time waits for no-one ey...love is the only pause in its game xo

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, Poppy...much love, my friend!

[Traci]

You have been missed love, and this was a nice surprise ... simply one of your best, and definitely my fav. The depth of emotion resonates throughout, leaving me with a feeling of nostalgia. In imperfection lies true beauty; sort of a "Notebook" or "Longest Ride" feel to this piece. Imperfection intensifies love, understanding, 100/100

[Kelly Scheppers]

I am doing my happy dance, having you here! Who knows, maybe it will bring us some rain!! How I have missed you! x

[Richard🖌]

Some things simply defy perfection (even description), because they supersede it, as do You and this enthralling tale of passion and emotion-filled, beautiful tenderness, and affectionate sensuality that was always meant to be, and ultimately came to fruition.
It is not so much the story (for me) as it is the depth of understanding and caring with which you've so adroitly blended your colors and textures into brilliantly visual hues, that virtually envelope my poetic mind inside of yours, to grasp fully the gloriousness of its essence.
How could one even begin to imagine that such a bountiful lifetime's reaping needs an apology; yet, so preciously treasured that they humbly, sweetly, unashamedly did to one another, with complete honesty that added to the already brimming reserves of pure love.
God, Kelly, I love that picture — it speaks volumes … after absorbing the nuance of your poem.

The flower opens ⁓ eternal sweetness blooms for two ⁓ now One!

Truly, you swept me away and made me tear-up, Kelly ⁓ Richard

[Kelly Scheppers]

I wrote this some time ago...I just never posted it. I think we each have someone in our life that this applies to - a passion that needs to be consummately fed. Such a dear review, Richard...a thousand thank you's! x

[Richard🖌]

it is timeless, Kelly,
Such as this is a treasure to hold forever … you are so very welcome, and it is I who thank you equally! RJ

[Sir Harold Chesterhill of Hereford]

Whilst on an excursion to my dear friend, Magistrate Templeton's estate, we conducted a fox hunt. We had imbibed a large quantity of dry sherry, and after, we staggered off into the woods with our rifles and best men on hand. I spotted the fox near large boxwood shrub and gave chase. It ran well and on several occasions actually fought back. Finally, I took shot with my hunting rifle. Unfortunately, I mistook the fox with my best man Geoffrey blew his foot clean off.

[~]

They met and fire had already started what it does best. They found ardor in each other's arms, giving in, receiving, anticipating things missed in previous times..
This one fills my lungs with romantic longing..
love it and you :D
xo

[Kelly Scheppers]

I have missed you, my darlin girl. I am smiling bigger now...thank you! x

[~]

Me too!!! you know how it is. Summer time!! :D

[mattavelli]

This is a lovely story. It's good to be loved. :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I fervently agree, Matt...thank you so much for stopping by!

[Dean]

Without romance--we are all lost. In passion, you and I know that we truly are "comsummately fed"

[Kelly Scheppers]

We are so in sync it scares me! ...thank you, Dean!

[Dean]

pleases me! :-)

[Kelly Scheppers]

...I meant that in the best possible way! Thank you for always getting me!

[Dean]

ah....always getting you------never having you :-(

[Rudi J.P. Lejaeghere]

I guess true love is a friendship that can't be broken. It's difficult nowadays to find a soulmate. Why? Is it because we are too demanding, never happy with what we have. I don't know. I'm happy to have found mine 35 years ago, and I hope that we can still enjoy many years together. Thank you, Kelly, for sharing these romantic words. Very well done. :) Rudi

[Kelly Scheppers]

To have someone in your life that has been such an intricate part of your life for so long, is truly a gift. I believe it's the best kind of love, for you know each other inside out, and there's just a tie that keeps you tight and connected. Thirty-five years is something to celebrate. Thank you for your review, Rudi...and my best to you!

[Alfred Kukitz]

Perhaps the tenderest of moments where volumes of love speak cry in the silence of their love making.

Love you,
Al

[Kelly Scheppers]

Are you home from your vacation yet? I hope you have pictures!! ...thank you, my dear! x

[Alfred Kukitz]

Yes I'm home. I will post soon. Exhausting! Over 200 images. Some beauties but never as beautiful as you love.

[Kelly Scheppers]

....awww, there you go, making me melt again!

[MsJewel]

...as time goes on imperfections emerge and it can be those little imperfections that make the attraction stronger - the love deeper. Your words compliment Andrew Atroshenko's painting beautifully Kelly. You have penned a masterpiece.

[Kelly Scheppers]

You are so right, Julie...it does make the attraction stronger - and the love deeper. Thank you for seeing that...thank you so much!