My Sweetie

A poem based on experience of unrequited love. Inspired by Anne Sexton's poem: 'For My Lover, Returning to His Wife'

My Sweetie, I am besotted by your gentle beauty

Whilst you waltz in 

And have all the girls stare

Of course, I am one of those girls

Brunette locks, with lipstick on

 

Yet, my Sweetie, my naivety predicates a selfish stupidity

Rather almost taboo

Falling for a taken man 

My years approaching

As yours become an indefinite epilogue 

 

My Sweetie, I'm still kindling an idealised passion

Even upon your oblivious gaze 

My most painful punishment 

Which is an incurable agony

But, my Sweetie, I surrender to your pain

Author's Note

Please let me know what you think. This is my first attempt at writing poetry.

Reviews

[William Liston]

This is a very good poem, regardless of if it's your first attempt or not. I loved your vocabulary and imagery. I hope to read more from you soon. Great job.