When The Heart Chooses

love defies all logic

all boundaries, land and sea

it permeates through walls of rock

through doors without a key

unafraid of any borders

undeterred by darkest night

it doesn't need two wings to soar

or eyes to give it sight

love settles where the heart says

it's carried on each breath

it burns as if by magic

it can't be killed by death

in truth it's unrestricted

not caged within a home

it can float into the heavens

it can comfort when alone

its fervour undisputed

true love remains unshaken

its diamond strength enduring

its presence unmistaken

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Chris... a year later... and it seems the World is topsy Turvey. However, Love is a feeling that we choose through all sorts of Weather.
Our feathered friends still gather to sing their Songs, and I leave Seeds for them... for strength and fortitude. Be blessed... Pat

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Pat your lovely words and visit are a gift. Thank you dear friend for stopping by today.

Chris

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Chris... A Pearl of wisdom surrounded by
diamonds that sparkle like eyes that can move mountains.
"Love can unlock doors without a Key". Pray my Soul to Keep.
tenderly, Pat

[Chris Shaw]

What a beautiful and poetic response Pat. Thank you so much for gracing my page. Always good to see you.

Chris

[VelvetPotato]

Your poetry is so relaxing, and gives me a warm feeling inside. It is so true, you cannot rationalize love, I have tried to many times, and it never ends up working. Love is a feeling, an intuition. Beautiful write.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you so much Velvet for your lovely review and fir checking in. All good wishes.

Chris

[Amber Stone]

this is a beautiful poem, Chris, like an eternal pray of love, like a glorious hymn to Love that conquers All.
thank U for this delivery, from deepest of my heart. big hug. (Amber)

[Chris Shaw]

Your lovely review Amber lifts my spirit. Thank you so much.

Chris

[Vertigo Cat1111]

Such a true, breathtaking message you put in here. You wrote it so, so wonderfully. The words are so strong and fit so well and capture it all wonderfully, the feeling of love. And the rhymes are absolutely top-notch.

[Chris Shaw]

Your review has put a skip in my step. I thank you for that and send you all good wishes Colacat. Good to see you here.

Chris

[emmajoy]

What a wonderful poem, Chris = it's a magical magic lantern of how to.. Says it all, stanza to stanza and in such perfect form. The truth in the wording is as true as true could be.. a five part mantra, perhaps?

Your poetry is gently more than philosophical..

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for that lovely appreciation Em. Your visit and review most appreciated. Make the most of the lovely sunlight. It is streaming through my window as I type. Hope it is also making an appearance in your neck of the woods.

Chris

[emmajoy]

Reading this again... means that much more today, tonight. You touch heart, Chris.. truly do. x

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you for coming back. That means a great deal :)

[Betty Hermelee]

Wow, what an amazing poem about the strength and endurance of love. Every word is endearing and clever and the rhyme is totally wonderful. My fav lines
"Its diamond strength enduring....its presence unmistaken "
Simply powerful!
Best, Betty

[Chris Shaw]

That's a wonderfully encouraging review you have left me. Many thank yous Betty for the response and your visit.

Chris

[Betty Hermelee]

of course, I love visiting your part of the Cafe, and love your poetry!!!

[Gee]

Simple rhyming poetry some may say, but the words and message are so true and as lovely as true love itself :)))
Tis difficult to write this well as many of us know :))
Hope you are well Christine and are braced for the SNOW :))

[Chris Shaw]

The snow has arrived and it looks most beautiful, though sadly I think it will soon turn to slush. Thank you so much for your very encouraging words. Have fun if you build a snowman or have a snowball fight. All good wishes to you and yours in MK, Gee.

Chris

[Miss Sharon]

What a beautiful write Christine! I love these lines (it doesn't need two wings to soar
or eyes to give it sight) A beautiful definition of love. ~Sharon

[Chris Shaw]

You always leave such uplifting reviews Sharon. Thank you so much and take care, keep safe. Pleased you enjoyed my poem.

Chris

[Rick Puetter]

You write very well. This is another beauty, with a nice abcb (simple quatrain) rhyme scheme. Consistent execution and wonderful message. High marks.

[Chris Shaw]

More than pleased with your generous review Rick. Thank you so much for taking the time. All good wishes.

Chris

[MCS]

words i want to take to heart.
bravo my gifted poet friend!

[Chris Shaw]

Such a heart warming response from a generous soul. Thank you MCS. Have a great day.

Chris