. . . S i m p a t i c o . . .

Linked Quatrains in 8/6/8/6 Ballad meter, abcb rhymes.

.  .  .  S i m p a t i c o  .  .  . 

It’s written, "Those who don’t care why

will never know what’s real …

nor, find compatibility,

but only to conceal."

Conceal what’s true within their hearts

that share what others might …

such peace of mind and sanity

that comes with great insight.

Insight … tho, who can know and tell

of  those they cannot see,

that live out on the razor’s edge

of mediocrity?

Mediocrity knows so well

of what it’s like to cry,

or how it feels when someone loved

suddenly says, “Goodbye.”

Goodbye to bliss that’s never been;

what happened to our plans?

We loved so well … I thought we did;

it slipped right through our hands.

Hands reaching out in cold despair,

where warmth once thrilled us so,

embracing every dream we had;

yet, ne’er simpatico.

Richard W. Jenkins

© 20 Jan 2023

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Author's Note

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Reviews

[Lisasview]

My heart aches with the thoughts that you beautifully write in your poem. I know too well the feeling that you express in your gental words....We love or so we think... we embrace those feelings from so deep and then life happens and many do not retain the feelings that were once so important to them. What is it that ignites and keeps that bond between two forever? Is that possible? If not why?
Is it true dear Richard, that bliss has never been? ......" Goodbye to bliss that’s never been;
what happened to our plans?"
Perhaps, when we are young our communication skills are not great....and, there lies the problem.
Still rereading your amazing thoughts... and still thinking about them..
Oh gosh another thought... before I sign off.... Many stay married even after the "bliss" is over...even when there is only cold between them...and, there are so many reasons why... I find this to be sad...
Lisa

[Richard🖌]

Ahhh, Lovely Lady Lisa 🍷

One thing (among many) I adore about sharing poetry and reviews with you is how you delve deeply into whatever I write to find the nuggets of emotion, thought, feeling, desire, poignant sadness, happiness, etc; you seem to have a way about you that perceives more wisely and knowingly than most, and you know how to express it … this is why I love sharing with You.
So much of life's vibrancy is lost by those who "stick it out" long after the love and magic of romance have turned cold and indifferent.

Yes, Dear Lisa,we could dwell on this for many a day (and, night) … LOL!
Thank you for sauntering by! ⁓ Richard🖌

[Lisasview]

I fell so connected to your thoughts that my reviews come easily.
Yes, it would be amazing to dwell on this…
As I have many more thoughts about this.
I might message you with my thoughts.
L

[Richard🖌]

Message away, M'Lady! : )

[Carola]

love your poems richard.
cheerio carola

[Richard🖌]

I've fallen so far behind,

After my teaching retirement, being offline for so long, and not commenting on reviews, I'm making a quick thank you with a very grateful acknowledgment to everyone for their wonderful input and feedback.

And, I love your reviews, Carola.
With big smiles 'n hugs! ⁓ Richard🖌

[slfisher89]

i love your ablity to seamlessly explore six ideas in a compact, through form: in each stanza. Each stanza link so well together

[Richard🖌]

Hello, Good Poet!

I thank you ever-so much for sharing this poignant piece with me, and for your inspiring words of recognition and praise.

May peace be your best friend, always! ⁓ Richard

[Cherrie Palmer]

There are those lost in the cadence, and never in step.
I really like the flow of this ballad. Your gifted pen magical.

[Richard🖌]

Hi, Cherrie Dear,

Yes, a magical, flowing, and dancing form I always wanted to teach you.

Love your lovely avatar! ⁓ Richard

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Richard… and then there are those who are unlucky in love, although they did their ernest best; only once did they touch upon the ultimate climax that would never survive the perils of health and vitality. Otherwise there are many Sympatico scenarios that never reach the Fireworks of true Passion. Your poetry always creates Flowers that Bloom in our 💜 Heart. tenderly, Pat

[Richard🖌]

Thank you so very much, Patricia,

Your poetic reviews always touch warmly.
Hugs to You! ⁓ Richard

[lightsong]

Another PERFECT photo, I like the man, I like how he bleeds silently while it seems the world behind is going on talking... Sorrow and pain is the same for everyone, yet it is special for each individual, who said a normal man can't be hurt and feel hurt? or someone who is strong or out going? we all feel it in our own way, and we express it differently.

it seems your ink is flowing abundantly of late... how great is that.

[Richard🖌]

Dear Ghounwah,

I thank you so very much for reading this for me and sharing your thoughts in such a beautiful way.

Warmest hugs! ⁓ Richard