This Little Word (Original)

Just musings...

This little word so ardently adored
Through poets’ lavish dedications
And lovers’ heartfelt declarations
This little word that lonely hearts implore
Use with caution for meaning to endure

Mai L. Nissen, 2013

Author's Note

Art by Ditte Løfgren,
Ditteloefgren.com

Criticism and suggestions are well received...
To compare you can look at another version.

Reviews

[James O'Rourke]

I like this little poem Mai! I did read the second version as well, but I prefer this version.

I enjoy how succinct the poem is along with the simple, yet meaningful warning at the end. I will admit that the second version has much more imagery, but I feel the images in this version are much stronger. I believe this is due to the very lack of images. It allows the reader the space in their own mind to envision each image on their own and create a little vignette of their own. The longer version kind of creates the vision and emotion for them. This one leaves that up to the reader (in my opinion, the fun stuff!)

Another fun piece from you, and it's even shorter than the usual ones! Seems like your catching on to the shorter writings you've been trying to tame. Good luck with your future stuff. I'll be reading!

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I also like the fact that it is not too elaborate - it sort of underscores the little word that contains so much... The second version, is because I can't help myself :) Thank you for giving an opinion on which one is better... :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

as the Beatles sang..."say the word, and you'll be free; say the word, and be like me; say the word i'm thinking of; have you heard, the word is love?"

i like how you leave it up to the reader, with only a hint as to the word.

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for taking the time to read and comment, Jacob. I appreciate it!

[J. K. Beach]

You'd think we, collective humanity, would have worn the little word quite out by now... but it is a word mad of stone, but light as air. You are right... it is often overused, or rather used for the wrong purposes, but nothing beats having it whispered between "I" and "you" in your ear. Very fine musings, Mai!

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts :)

[Coyote Poetry]

I enjoyed the poem. Gave value to words. Words do have value. We must be careful what we write and say. I liked your thoughts leaving the reader with something to ponder. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Coyote. I appreciate it :)

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome.

[~]

Ahhh, a beautiful tribute to the world LOVE!!! Not that many letters long, but sturdy and able to withstand everything.

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for reading and sharing your thoughts :)

[nazia]

Crafty indeed.. I like the Five line manner of it with rhyming of the four lines.. The last two lines are especially very well etched out. Great job :)

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you for your kind review, Nazia. Much appreciated :)

[stansg]

This little word that lonely hearts implore
Use with caution for meaning to endure
Lovely words, we should really be careful while using this precious four letter word or else it will lose its sanctity.

[Mai L Nissen]

Hi stansg. Thank you for your insights! I appreciate it. I will get around to reading your other story sometime sunday :)

[stansg]

No worries, take your time. There's another story coming up soon :)

[Nene]

I loved the poem....
Just curious to know
what the little 'word' is

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you, Nene. The little word is 'love' :)

[Nene]

wow amazingg.....!!!!!!!! You are so amazing... this was beautifully writter

[Mai L Nissen]

Thank you :)