Toads

                   I have six
                   But they let down
                   After all the new tricks
                   They are still the same old noun

Rakkaus.      So cumbersome in its thingness
L'amour.      It dies on my tongue
愛.              Then drops out mean and heartless
Kärlek.        From its meaning far-flung

Amor.          How can a word this ancient
Love.           For something this strong
                   Be so cold and complacent
                   That it ruins every song:

                   What is kindness
                   We've never asked
                   Could this be sadness
                   Never questioned when sad
                  
                   So must we first define loveness
                   To recognise love

                  

Author's Note

Rakkaus - Finnish
L'amour - French
愛 - Japanese
Kärlek - Swedish
Amor - Latin

Reviews

[MAD ENGLISHMAN]

Love is timeless. In many cultures love has different meanings.
A nice little poem.
Well done.

[Brianna Brie]

One word could never suffice to describe something as powerful and awesome as love. It is a pleasure to read yet another thought concerning love poetry. Kudos!

[Iika]

Thank you very much, I really appreciate your kind words!

[MAD ENGLISHMAN]

Hi Lika,
Thank you for this entry in my little contest.
I'm sure you'll understand that I cannot comment now as this would be unfair to other entries.
I shall return after the contest ends.
Very best regards.
Clive.