Gone

A new Free Verse poem. I wrote this from a males perspective ... seems my Muse was moving me in that direction ... once again. Love can be so very painful.

Gone

Waiting for you …

I watch as 

dusk forms 

shadows across our lawn.

Waiting for you …

I gaze out the window;

stars appear as

darkness approaches.

Waiting for you …

I see smeared outlines

 of red lipstick,

along the edge 

of your crystal wine glass.

Waiting for you …

I smell your

lingering perfume

and, begin to cry.

Waiting for you …

 Night has taken over,

you are gone

and, I am alone.  

Author's Note

If you happen to pass by and read my Free Verse poem I would appreciate a review.
I always review whatever I read.
Thank you,
Lisa

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lisa... collecting teardrops in an empty Wine Goblet... is a lonely time that we all want to avoid. We do cherish the Moments and Days we spend together. As we age, we realize how lonely we would be without the One that makes our Life complete. gently, Pat

[Lisasview]

Good morning dearest Patricia,
What a wonderful review to receive at around 7am here in Spain.It really means so much to me that you are going back into my work and reviewing posts that are not recent.
I had a pretty bad 2023. Two falls and then two weeks ago I had a new knee replacement.
So I have not been writing no reviewing like I did in the past.
Each day right now is a challenge with the pain and how tired I feel.My energy level which is normally so high is so low.
Of course I know that all this will pass.
I will be 76 this Feb. and I am in excellent health, weight, etc. so this is really a surprise to me.
Just wanted to let you know why I ave not been reviewing and writing.
I hope all is well with you and your family,
Lisa

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Lisa… it is about one pm during the night in Virginia 🇺🇸 USA. My husband has been to the Emergency Room often the last year. He has a weak 💜 heart and I worry a lot ; however I am a Believer in being Cheerful. My right knee is painful half the Time. It may be Arthritis… I am so busy with Roger in dialysis and he is on Oxygen most of the Time. We really try to enjoy Life. We have had some Snow; but not a Lot. We are looking forward to Spring… seems so far away.. as it is Cold everywhere in the 🇺🇸 USA. Glad you are feeling better in 🇪🇸 Spain… our Flags look similar or is that an illusion. My children and grands are very Well and enjoying Life. softly, Pat

[Patricia Wedel]

Lisa… I meant also to say .. I realize that your Knee replacement must take Time to heal. You will be in my Prayers and thoughts. Always, Pat

[Lisasview]

Thank you💕💕

[Chris Shaw]

You paint a picture of loneliness here Lisa and of longing. Someone is missing and the hurt comes through. Memories can make that even more painful. The repetition works so well here. Love can be cruel. Good to see a post from you.

Chris

[Lisasview]

I ofen wish we were next door neighbors' and best friends so we could chat about our work..
Thank you for you very wonderful and thoughtful review of my most recent post.
Lisa, having a glass of great red wine after a long day selling my art at a fair.
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Sounds like a tiring day. It would be lovely to have you as a neighbour Lisa. I also have a glass of red by my side at the moment, so will raise my glass to you. Cheers.

[Lisasview]

Now that gave me chills... I am toasting you now!!!
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

Lol, had to depart to the kitchen. Hope you enjoyed that glass of red:)

[Lisasview]

Now with a cappuccino by my side I am back n the computer.
Actually getting cooler here...read moreNow with a cappuccino by my side I am back n the computer.
Actually getting cooler here...
Lisa

[Chris Shaw]

On driving duties this morning. Family chauffeur lol. Have a good day Lisa

[Lisasview]

Oh gosh... not that much fun for sure...
Those days are gone for me, thank goodness...and actually living in Spain I never drive... so I guess that makes my husband the chauffeur..

[Neville]

It would be both unthinkable and impossible to pass by without commenting favourably upon what is essentially such a delicate mourning song .. I had almost forgotten how some words leave such a pleasant aftertaste .. like I said before .. I am so glad you are back and safely .. Neville thinking about whether to have porridge or a full English for breakfast this fine sunday mane

[Lisasview]

You and I Neville have this wonderful on going dialog which I love...You immediately picked up on my very first one... Lisa, now living in Spain...and expanded on it... Brilliant...
Okay so.... Lisa, now back from a fair where I showed my art ... pretty tired ...so onto a fabulous glass (or two) of red wine..

[Neville]

You are most welcome ... Cheers .. Neville thinking about going to work in the rain

[Lisasview]

Oh gosh the rain.... and work... Lisa realizing that I have a lot to do but i feel stuck on my computer...

[Julie McCarthy (juliesp..]

This is beautiful
No words. Just beautiful Lisa
I hope you are well x

[Lisasview]

Doin so much better after my flu and then two falls...thank you for asking.
Delighted you like my little piece.
Lisa. having a glass of wine after an long day selling my art at a fair...

[Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)]

Oh how nice
Glad you enjoy art too

[Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)]

I checked all your pics out beautiful art and you look so stunning and happy content

[Lisasview]

What lovely things to say Julia.. I think I will be posting more art soon.
And, for you to say that I look stunning is wonderful to hear as I am almost 76 years old Yikes!!!
Lisa

[Julie McCarthy (juliespenhere)]

Oh you don’t look it !

[Soren]

A statement of feeling alone in the absense of one longed for but not forgotten. How associations with the physical brings back memories.
"Waiting for you …
I see smeared outlines
of red lipstick,
along the edge
of your crystal wine glass."
A touching poem of longing.

[Lisasview]

I just love your review... I read it several times as I felt there was so much meaning behind your words.
Lisa

[redzone]

sometimes love makes you laugh, and sometimes cry... Lisa, your poem speaks to the sadness I have felt for more than 50 years... she was someone I was unprepared for yet, needed, then lost to male stupidity... on occasion, I can still smell the Shalimar she wore... thanks for sharing, Lisa

[Lisasview]

I got goosebumps reading your insightful review...I used to always wear Shalimar... completely had forgotten that ...

[emmajoygreen]

Beautifully sad, passionate words,subtly told. How difficult separation can be.

[Lisasview]

You are right..Love can be so painful...

[emmajoygreen]

It can. yes, dear Lisa.

[Lorry]

I would never been brave enough to speak from the others perspective, but you manage it well here Lisa. Those smeared lipstick traces get me every time.

[Lisasview]

I seem to often speak from a males perspective... which comes from no where... thankyou for your kind review,
Lisa