Without Conditions

I love you most for your imperfections

and even more for those major flaws.

I can hold them like a spring bouquet

that you gave to me in early May,

wilted and torn, worn from the chill of winds.

Yet I'd gladly take those blooms

regardless that their stems are bent,

regardless that they're broken

and more so as they've lost their scent

for they are but a token.

They remind me of me,

quite often in a boat at sea,

struggling to stay afloat.

Quite often perceiving simplicity

as complex,

it's the wiring of me,

the way my brain functions.

I have my flaws too,

but my doors remain open,

accessible and true.

Reviews

[lightsong]

You always amaze me with your ability to express with a powerful impact yet with simplicity of words, I find here my poem "the lyrics" gentle at times, tough at times, easy at times, complicated, cold at times, warm in another... my smile didn't leave my face from the line one until the last, the essence of love that flowed through was pure and genuine. Thank You my dearest Chris for keep sharing your "perfection" poetry with us.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear lightsong, alwats you are so very generous with your reviews. You have a huge heart and I thank you. Have a lovely day.

Chris

[AYVID N]

I relate so much to your words Chris. I being an open and giving person, always expect the same in return but expectations have often lead to disappointment and everyone is not as forthcoming with their feelings and emotions as us. We are honest and vulnerable about are flaws but not everyone else is. And it is most hurtful when we give all of us yet a significant other holds back. Beautifully expressed.

[Chris Shaw]

I am so pleased you can relate to these words DIVYA. This was my mind wandering to different events and people, no one person in particular, but yes the disappointment is there without question. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences.

Chris

[AYVID N]

The poem touched me. I loved it. You are so welcome Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

I am pleased it touched your heart DIVYA. Many thanks.

[AYVID N]

:)))) 🌸🌸🌸🌸

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

It is painful when we reach out to the fullest and yet our efforts and feelings are not reciprocated. "a boat at sea, struggling to stay afloat" is so heart-breaking. I sense the sadness in your words...

[Chris Shaw]

My mind was wandering when I wrote this Ditzy and I captured several different events and people all with one write. Conclusion, all of us have faults, no one is perfect. I am blessed today with your company:)

Chris

[Dhara_Ditzy Kat]

A message I felt strongly was of acceptance, for our loved ones and their flaws as of our own....it’s wonderful to be here with you today!

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much. You have made me smile :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

flaws are what makes all of us beautiful...imperfection is perfection...and when our expectations only include us loving no matter what or whom...that is being wired with a kind and giving spirit.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for your lovely thoughts Jacob. Many thank yous. All of us are flawed.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

You are right dear Chris.
"I have my flaws too,
but my doors remain open,
accessible and true."
The above lines. I do own also. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous Coyote for your visit. Your thoughts always appreciated.

Chris

[Coyote Poetry]

Always my pleasure and you are welcome dear Chris.

[Stella Armour]

i too am not sure about who it is , but often it is the flaws or quirky things that attract us to others.

This must be someone who you loved unconditionally , a lover or even a parent ... but the wiring for all its eccentricity still sends and receives messages so that is all that matters...

[Chris Shaw]

You are right Stella, it is often the flaws or quirks that attract us to people in the first place. I appreciate your thoughts and your visit.

Chris

[Robert Trakofler]

wow I cant figure out if this is you talking to yourself or you talking to another but i guess it doesn't matter for it is a beautiful set of thoughts... but the funny thing is it could be me talking to myself too:) I have a defective brain too... i miss the simple things quite often and when your processing is like that its hard to keep that door open for fear of the past mistakes. Very beautiful set of thoughts here Chris

[Chris Shaw]

Well thank you Bunny. It pleases me that you can relate to these words and you found them beautiful. That's enough for me.

Chris