Near or Far

Heavy sigh....

Your footprints in the frost delicately placed

Observance and understanding, just two of many things

That hold me dear and tight to your chest

I can see you just as clearly when you are away

 

And when the wind whispers your name sweetly

Across my face which is soft and without worry

I know that I have found in you, that safest place

Where I stand firmly in who I have become

 

The sound of a door closing plays all sides

A future, a homecoming, filter out the world, private performances

Focusing on my time with your spirit whole

And creating imagery that transcends physical boundary

 

And when the hummingbird brings hint of your breath

And tickles my nose with a scent uniquely yours

I will carry your thoughts and answer your questions thoughtfully

Mixing prayers for one more touch before evening falls

 

Near or far, you can feel my hand on your shoulder

The lightest embrace sustaining a longing and love

That will not grey with time and atrophy

But will shine with new penny brilliance upon your every return

Reviews

[Diane]

Beautiful, brilliant and romantic. It was a very smooth read and very much enjoyed it.

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Such pristine words Crowley. I am in love with the love in them. One would be so lucky to have a relationship like this that withstands all the comings and goings of life. Eloquent language and lovely, balanced verses bursting with vivid natural imagery. So many brilliant and memorable lines. Yay for romance!

[Crowley]

I love romance...I think its what we are built for, as long as we can keep our eye on what's important and realize impermanence. Thanks Annette!!

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

ps. I am one of those "clamoring girlies" Margie's talking about...aren't I ? Sorry Cee, just can't help it...your a magnet! lol

[Gypsy Warrior Queen]

Its gonna take ions to see and feel all the things you got rolled up in that mind of yours...I, of course, am always a day late...I have so much catching up to do...who are you man!? This is eloquently mystical!

[Crowley]

Listen, my mind is so shallow you wade through it and your shoes wouldn't even get wet!! And I hope you are...actually I just love all the peeps around here girl and boy alike. And I have so much reading to catch up on...Q...you rock my world!!!

[barleygirl]

Hate to be picky, but I wonder if your title is meant to be "or"? This is one of the most romantic things I've read, in a good way (I'm usually not into romance!) I love the celebration of being in a solid comfortable relationship so it doesn't matter if parted, just another way to enjoy savoring each other thru time. Reminds me of a lady I worked with -- her hubby was on a nuclear submarine, 6 months docked, 6 months out to sea -- these two loved it, becuz it kept their marriage fresh & full of anticipation & gratitude! *smile* Fondly, Margie

[Crowley]

Gack!!!! you are right...lol. thanks for the read Girly Q!!! I am a hopless romantic, but I do it better on paper than in real life I think!

[barleygirl]

I bet you do it real good in person, you tease! *smile*

[Crowley]

How about a picnic?

[barleygirl]

Please! I'm trying not to be one of these clamoring girlies that plague your generous spirit! *wink! wink!* Let my beating heart calm down!

[Crowley]

Lol...you make me laugh every single time. It is so fun to have you around this place!