Falling Tear (lovely regret)

Free Verse Poetry

Falling Tear

~ peaceful ease ~

Last night
I dreamt ~

We strolled....
arm in arm
down lovely paths
running through
a beautiful forest,
morning's sunshine
warm upon us.

And, each step taken....
bright, lilting birdsong
echoed amongst soaring trees,
squirrels everywhere
at gleeful play.

We were happy....
at peace,
and the world
was a soft,
loving place.

In every step....
we took together,
I could smell
your womanly essence,
as it blended,
with
earthy forest aroma.

Wildflowers' faces....
all in splendor,
turned...
as we strolled by.

And, we stopped....
just to watch sunglow
on the leaves,
in treetop splendor.

Your back....
against my chest,
my arms embraced around you,
your head nestled
upon my shoulder...
we looked upon
God's wonder.

And, I turned....
my head so slightly,
kissed your cheek softly,
and whispered,

"You are the loveliest of all God's creations.
We finally made it, didn't we?"

You gently sighed....
squeezed my arms,
and whispered,
"Oh, Darling,
I would not trade the world
for this moment!"

And, I awoke....
with a gently
falling tear.

Richard W. Jenkins
©2017

Author's Note

Golden Dandelion In Flight: compliments of Wikimedia Commons.

Well-intended critique is always welcome! : )

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Beautiful poetry Richard. Strange that dreams can sometimes provide what our daily existence can't. Wonderful imagery and tender thoughts. What a pity to have to face the reality after such bliss.

Thank you for these lovely words and the superb image you have posted.

Chris

[Richard🖌]

Such a gently felt review, Chris …
The day outside is overcast, oppressing heat, not the single hint of a breeze … but inside, enjoying your sweet words of praise, understanding, and relatability, exists a softly pleasant glow radiating to an olde bard's core.
Ya know, M'Dear? For as wondrous as life may be for the most gratified amongst us, dreams, hopeful thoughts, and imaginings are where it all began, what was looked forward to before they had it all, that which compelled them.
Besides, who has a choice in what they dream … I know mine come of their own volition.

Hah! Listen to me going-on … you always inspire me!
Thank you ever-so warmly and gratefully, Lovely Lady-Poet! ⁓ Richard : )

[Chris Shaw]

You are more than welcome Richard. Humbled that I can inspire you.

Chris

[Lisasview]

This one gave me goosebumps...
Such a wonderful dream...
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

I think readers' goosies are most every bard's ambition.🍦

Thank you for yours, Dear Lisa ⁓ Richard🍹

[Lisasview]

Yes, I so agree!!

[Susan 🦋]

...still. Those gently fallen tears,reading again.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you most gratefully for the reread, Dear Susan 🌸

You've rewarded me doubly sweet! ⁓ Richard 🍃

[‘Thoughts In Time..]

Oh beautiful- I see the sunsrays shining down upon the two - comforting caressing each golden ray of light- hearts taking flight- oh what a wonderful delight-🌹re- read ...🌹

[Richard🖌]

What a lovely thing to do and let me know, Kelly.
It is a rare occurrence one of my pieces is reviewed and commented on twice, but I am more than doubly honored, my dear, warmhearted lady.

You've blessed my day with the most wistful smile … hugs to you! ⁓ Richard : D

[‘Thoughts In Time’🌹]

🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[Linda Marie Van Tassell]

"You gently sighed....
queezed my arms," ... I'm sure you meant squeezed.

I love the reverie of this moment, the breath of a dream on the cheek of day, the sweet tear of remembrance. Very nice.

[Richard🖌]

Oh course I knew it, Linda Marie,
I've been saving it for you to come tell me. ; )
I am very happy to see you, to receive such gentling warmth from the touch of your appreciatively knowing words.

How I so love to write for you … you make everything worthwhile.
Thank you, M'Lady, and welcome home! ⁓ Richard : )

[kitty]

A writer for your readers ~ making it personal to all. You certainly have a gift, sir!

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Ma'am,
It is truly gratifying to know you've related to this little piece in a personal way, Kitty, enough to gift my humble efforts praise.

What more could a bard ask … warmest hugs! ⁓ Richard : )

[marilyn 1225]

oh what a poem like many of my past dreams full of love, hope, happiness
and then the awakening i cried too

[Richard🖌]

Yes, Dear Marilyn,
Dreams can let us down, but oh what a bland world and life we'd have without them, eh?

Never give-up on your dreams … all great ideas and loves begin with a dream* ⁓ Richard ; )

[marilyn 1225]

TRUE WORDS AND A WONDERFUL POEM, RICHARD,,

[Cherrie Palmer]

You allow the moment to wash over the reader. You ask them to feel and remember.

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Cherrie,
for sweetening my day with your thoughtful and appreciated review.

Blessings! ⁓ Richard : )

[‘Thoughts In Time..]

You bring to life the lovers side by side where all hearts so wish to be- powerful emotions are stirred and you are captivated by that place in time where time no longer exists only in the depth of their kiss, stunning poem🌹

[Richard🖌]

'Tis said, Dear Kelly 🍂
"Without imagination, the creative voice would become mute."
From your words flow a melody, crescendos of emotion dancing upon the page that take a lover's hand to have and hold.

"Stunning" reviews, M'Lady … warmly felt✨ ⁓ Richard

[‘Thoughts In Time’🌹]

Within the imagination lies many truths and yearning wishes- all to be brought forth within the realisation of self...🌹

[Angelheart1]

Again your words lead readers right there with you, nicely done Sir. Its sad to see it end only as a dream. I’m glad to see you here Ive missed your touching words. Yours, Angel

[Richard🖌]

Thank you, Angel, ever-so warmly!
Nice to have you join-in along on the ride.
Well, without dreams, what we be left with, eh?

Smiles 'n happy hugs! ⁓ Richard : )