If Only...

daydreaming whimsy

If only, 

 petals of poppies should really dance on zephyrs glances

         and peonies twirl polka dot dresses on high

butterflies sing lullaby's of purple essence song

     waterfalls would spray bliss while humming in tune

     secret gardens would hold the power of the universe in tiny buds

spilling forth the wonders of the world in wee dew drops from above

     if only the starlight in your eyes of the dance of romantic 

          whimsy were real horizons & the dream I dream of you could come true

I could die if only to live my life in this kismet

if only...*sigh*

Author's Note

Reviews

[Jack...]

If only, well who's to say they can't...those dreams, those fantasies, those heart shaped wishes can't come true. I for one say they can, if we just do not give up, keep pulling that lasso in a little bit closer each day. I am a believer that "if only" means "it will", if it is something I really want. Frieda, your charm and your heart always show through in the beauty of your words. This was gorgeous, as is the poet. Very nice my friend.

[Frieda P]

Thanks my sweet friend, and to that I have to say 'if only'. :-)

[shallimarRose]

If only....?

[Travis Gibson (poetic h..]

Well done, Frieda. Although, I do try to avoid my "if only" moments... they tend to make me feel a bit weak. lol

[Frieda P]

Oh geez, you're allowed to be weak on my poem hahaha ;-)

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

haha been that on a few of your pieces. Had to punch something to buck up. lol

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Very blissful thoughts... it is the hope that these things can one day exist that helps us strive on in this crazy world.

[Frieda P]

Crazy it is my friend, thanks so much Dale.

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Yes, b ut crazy helps keep us somewhat sane.

[annie lee]

"If only" can sometimes be the best friend a writer has. This is a lovely waltz around your fanciful ethereal wonderland; but behind (or between) the lines I think I hear that there are many other versions of "if only." And the other versions may not be quite so whimsical or romantic. But recognizing the "if only" and putting it into the proper context is the sign of a healthy spirit. I am what is known as a "difficult" or "high maintenance" woman. I do a lot of "if only"s, and occasionally make the leap to hardcore "do over"s. "If only"s are exquisite music, like the pipes the Incas play in the Andes, whereas my "do over" is the theme from "Jaws" and me tapping my foot at the pearly gates, armed with my trusty sledge hammer. I love that visualization. But your visualization of your "if only" is much lovelier, more intimate and more poignant than mine. Brava.

[Frieda P]

Ha, I'm laughing here, you'd be correct, the lines between are what most people don't want to see, Jaws theme and tapping of the foot are quite the visual, and been there! Was trying to do the more optimistic approach, but it usually doesn't last long, thanks for the smile here, I don't feel so alone....I hear the shark approaching. duuuunnnn duun.........

[Brandon S. Whitten]

If only we listened to our hearts. Always a splendid read and write from you.

[Frieda P]

Thanks Brandon, always a lovely review from you.

[Zeverin Kpai]

I have a feeling that there are 2 parts to this tale. One that ends with wishful thinking while the other finds something it has never expected

[Frieda P]

Wow, I hope you're right Zeverin, nice of you to visit, thanks for the review.

[Marie]

If only we had what we wanted...

It might not be what we wanted after all...

[Frieda P]

Perhaps, but I'm willing to take that chance, I'm sure you would too with g.h. :-)

[Marie]

Well, yes...

[Archangel Gabriel]

Wow! Very deep and yearning Freida. Hope you let him know? Well written as always.

[Frieda P]

Didn't you know it was about you my angel? ;-) Thanks Gabriel.....

[PP]

Love the transportation in this poem, its beautiful Frieda..:)x

[Frieda P]

Grazie Mille Tink ;-) x

[PP]

Since when have you become Italian? x

[Frieda P]

I was always Italiano cara, I don't speak it, some dialect is all, but once in a while it comes out. ;-)

[PP]

O wow ! I did not know that... :) awesome

[Frieda P]

I can cook too! Lol ;-)

[PP]

Pastas and Pizzas! Just like Mamma used to make...hahaha I'll have to crash at yours if ever I come to America!

[Frieda P]

Don't make homemade pasta, but the pizza is to die for as they say, and you're welcome for sure!

[PP]

wow, if only I had the provision I would jump in but I got to wait to gather few more pounds and pennies to be able to make it :)

[John Alexander McFadyen]

A very whimsical write Frieda but as always sublime in its dancing ethereal metaphors. Have you listened to Anita Harris Sing 'Dream a little Dream'?

[Frieda P]

Yes, something about the way Mama Cass sings it though, always wins me over, thanks John.

[Mark]

Flowers and waterfalls... secret gardens holding the Universe's power.... A lovely dream. if only... reminds me of that line from "Willie Wonka" 'We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams.' :)

[Frieda P]

Ah now that's a different dream of chocolate ;-)