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Poem 87 – Is It Any Wonder I’m Out On Me Feet?

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Michael

At sparra fart, I’m out walking the dogs, A quick jog in the park and then home. Into the shower, before the morning rush Hubby and kids descending en masse.  Mess.   Is it any wonder I’m out on me … Continue reading →

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Poem 86

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Michael

I watch you open your eyes You smile Move closer. Your arm encircles me, A kiss so tender To melt my heart. Your fingers stroke my hair. There is no reason for words We speak an unspoken language Of lovers, … Continue reading →

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Prompt 38 Tender Love

Posted on January 12, 2014 by Michael

It was the moment on the bus that I remember most. I’d seen you so many times, hurrying to get to the bus stop, your hand out to signal the driver, that look in your eyes, of ‘Oh this is … Continue reading →

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Poem 82

Posted on January 10, 2014 by Michael

Before you on my bended knees I await your command. But there is none, You take me into your arms Comfort me, your warmth, Shelters me from winter storms.   I shed real tears My heart bleeds You enfold me … Continue reading →

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D’verse – Looking Back – Looking Forward

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Michael

My chosen style is  – Getting Tight in there – 55 word poem my journey was long moments of hesitation doubt it would be my pleasure you said your door, welcoming I knocked deep breath relax face to face smile … Continue reading →

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Poem 81

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Michael

Come to me? I call. My cries you ignore. My bed, a wasteland. I wonder where you are, To which port, into whose arms? I loved the thrill The expectation Your words soothed me, My anxieties you calmed, My fears … Continue reading →

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Poem 80

Posted on January 8, 2014 by Michael

Early morning, Silence, Save for the bird’s chorus And your soft breathing beside me. My refection time The coming day, the day before. I smile recalling last night Your call ‘Come to Bed.’ I enter our darkened room Music playing, … Continue reading →

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D’verse – 127

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Michael

You must have felt naked Standing there Having exposed your soul to me.   What was left that you might hide? Every sinew of you was broken Only your shell was recognisable.   No amount of reaching out No amount … Continue reading →

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Prompt 37 Unavoidable Pain

Posted on January 5, 2014 by Michael

I awoke to your message My attention, you called for, You needed my ear, my shoulder. I watched and listened as you recounted Your tale of woe, betrayal, deception Words of desolation flowing from you. I saw your pain, your … Continue reading →

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Poem 75 – June

Posted on January 2, 2014 by Michael

When he first said he loved you You laughed, as if he uttered Schoolyard fantasy. You thought him cute, but I remember you saying He is ok, but not my type. Oh how times change, That boy you laughed at … Continue reading →

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