the company we crave

I suppose this is sort of an extention of "the company we keep"... with the focus on a romantic partner.

To find someone who cannot only hear

-but understand-

the beating of my heart.

Who will start to smile when I laugh

and be happy

for all the gifts I have.

 

A person with honesty (and just enough tact)

who isn't afraid of change.

A person who is strange enough to tint the world

a different shade

and strong enough to take words back.

 

A man with a soul as grounded as the earth

and a mind as open as the sea.

A man naive enough to believe in beauty

and the depth of his dreams

yet disillusioned (just enough)

to set him free.

 

To find someone with curiosity,

who wishes to discover

secret truths.

And a laugh that could shiver the streams.

A man with the seams of his heart prepared to burst

and the quiet confidence of one at peace.

 

A man with an aura of gentleness and grace

and the sturdy strength of a forest green.

Someone who will lean into the curves

of my embrace

and lace crimson whispers in my ear.

 

To find someone...

oh, to find someone.

 

To find him and keep him here.

 

 

 

Author's Note

Chad Wesley Allbrett is part of a group that "remixes" other people's work, based off an idea of Burroughs. He remixed this poem of mine, and here is his own original, and wonderful, piece:

"Mixed into springtime blossoms"

http://www.writerscafe.org/writing/bearallbrett/243966/

Reviews

[Forest Green]

I am stunned at your capacity for precision...expressing thoughts, longings, wants from multiple vantage points, yet always penetrating the heart of the issue with pinpoint accuracy.

Incredible...'lean into the curves of my embrace...' TS Eliot move over...!
Every line is a new, crystal clear revelation...even 'the forest green...' ;)

My brand new favorite...

Thank for your wonderful work!

Daniel

[SweetPeachesAlways]

I do believe that is everyone's secret desire, isn't it? Oh, and hey, is this another mysterious Forest Green sighting? A-ha-ha! That Forest has a way, don't you, Forest? Good write, though, for real! Great job!

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Your words speak volumes here as to the kind of person you are by seeing the kind of man you desire... your beautiful descriptions captivate my senses and make me think deeply bout the kind of man I am and the kind of man I want to be... Amazing work!!!

[Mr. Lopez]

I've read alot of writing on this site and can honestly say that you are by far one of the best. We can only strive to capture in words the emotion that flows at will from you. I am very impressed by your talent. Excellent poem.

[Collette]

A man with a soul as grounded as the earth

and a mind as open as the sea.

A man naive enough to believe in beauty

and the depth of his dreams

yet disillusioned (just enough)

to set him free.

Wow lady, you've done something beautiful here. Simple language, yet, the idea is strong, impassioned. I loved reading this piece for so many reasons. It made me think, see, feel. I am reminded of my boyfriend when I read it, and it brought back so many memories of why I love him like I do. Thank you for sharing this, because it truly made me appreciate what I have. Your talent is, as always, obvious! Keep writing, because you're unknowingly inspiring others along the way. (me!)

As far as revisions go, I wouldn't change a thing. To add or take away would just distract from the flow and idea behind this piece. It works well as it is.

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YES! I love this! Your word selection and rhyme scheme are out of this world. Your message is what many people seek in their "other". My heart understands each line. I am in awe, this early morning, of your skill.
"and the depth of his dreams/yet disillusioned (just enough)/to set him free" I enjoyed these lines because I thoroughly believe that one does not possess the capacity to dream at all unless they are "free" and in this world it takes one to be, I'll use your word, "disillusioned". In this world it is hard to be free. Free from limiting expectations and to find a partner who can envision a big, seemingly impossible dreams is/would be amazing. I enjoyed this work immensely. :)

[Lucinda Bogart]

What a beautiful illustration of love and longing. There are so many wonderful lines that I can't pick one as my favorite...so hear are a few...

And a laugh that could shiver the streams.

and lace crimson whispers in my ear.

To find him and keep him here.

I like them all... the "crimson whispers" is the most provacatively captivating, but "To find him and keep him here" is truly compelling.

[Richard K]

Brilliant. :) I could write about this for some time but I feel like saving you the pain.

You connect to that part of my soul which completely feels each word you put on the page. You will always be one of my most cherished writers. ;)

[BlakeL79]

Ah, the theme of honesty again. Your second stanza was powerful and twisted well at the end. I agree that there is strength in bending, in flexibility, and in acceptance. The mightiest oak breaks while the willow embraces the wind.

Your words feel good to read.

[Tara Jean Olson]

this is my favorite of all time, emily. your poetry conveys an idealistic notion that many can relate to.

[Not Afraid of Bruises]

This, was beautiful. Every bit of it. I was wondering if you would like to be a Guest Writer on my website - www.caseyomalley.com/guestwriter. Check it out first, to be sure. No one has been up yet, and I would be honored it you would accept. :) This poem was wonderful, original, emotional - but not cliched - thank you for sharing.