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Without you I am empty,

like an unused envelope

in an over crowded mail room

kicked to the side

by a christmas card

spreading good cheer

 

Footprints address my face

and postage due receipts

pass me by

in postmarked fashions

seeking a stamp of approval

on this silent night

 

But I keep reminding myself, 

come rain or sleet or dark of night

tomorrow will deliver a new day

when you will return to sender

and fill me with love,

sealing it with a kiss

 

 

 

Reviews

[TL Boehm]

always that bit of lift, that bit of hope to sustain. Well penned

[The Black Warrior]

Awww, I love the two last line....LOVE IT!! so good Will :D As expected

[willweb]

Thanks so much my friend. I am happy you liked this one.

[The Black Warrior]

Always...anytime Will! ;)

[therisa]

Interesting usage of metaphors, Will, especially the first stanza. Now, is this a self-address envelope, you're using or one marked, return to sender. If the latter, my heart goes out, to you. Thanks for sharing this inventive take, on a "return to sender letter" poem.

[willweb]

Well I kind of was trying to convey she would be coming back to me soon...but I guess you never know. Thank you Therisa.

[therisa]

Your welcome, Will. Have hope, she will.

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

Another perfect write from you!
You are a roll here with your well written poems and sweet messages that everyone desires to get and read--cherish in the heart!

[willweb]

Thank you so very much Josie for these extra kind words you have left for me. I am happy you enjoyed this one.

[Josie E. Cook M. A.]

You are welcome always! :)

[s y e]

Loved the metaphor here, Will. You blow me away each time I read you (which for me, is not often enough and I apologise for that) Truly fantastical!

[willweb]

No apology needed Noodlebumble. I am thrilled you liked this one.

[MsJewel]

Great imagery and use of metaphor. You have so much talent my friend. Your poem is outstanding!

:) Julie

[willweb]

Thank you so much Julie for these nice words.

[Rudi J.P. Lejaeghere]

Beautiful poem, the personification of an envelope, I liked it. Also 'return to sender' made me think about Elvis, one of my favourite singers. And closing with 'sealing with a kiss,' also a beautiful song, this poem is complete. Well done. :)

Rudi

[willweb]

Thanks so much Rudi for these nice comments. Elvis huh? Maybe I should have said, "Thank you, thank you very much". :)

[Rudi J.P. Lejaeghere]

You're very welcome. :)

Rudi

[Ma'at]

this is an interesting view on love...although very sad, it is very nicely written, as always x

[willweb]

Thank you so very much for your nice review. I am thrilled you liked it.

[Sami Khalil]

A wonderful write and depiction. I really enjoyed it and the sentiments...:).....

[willweb]

Thank you so much Sami for commenting on my poem. When a fantastic poet like yourself visits my page it is a thrill.

[Sami Khalil]

Thank you kindly. You are most welcome...:)....

[KWP]

or perhaps you will get put through the shredder ... hahaha - sorry - naughty me xx

[willweb]

Often it does feel that way. Thanks so much for stopping by KWP.