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Category Archives: Poetry
THE FIGURINE
My only remnant of the past Which we both used to know Was that ceramic figurine You gave me long ago. I held it in my hands each day And then I would recall The way you gave it and … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Reflections
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I HAD TO TAKE THE CHANCE
I saw you sitting there alone In the corner of the room. The music played loudly As the couples danced wildly To the beat of each song, And though there were many Single men wanting to dance, You still sat … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Memories
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THE PILLOW
No one knows me better than you. You’ve always been there Whenever I needed you, Unlike other so-called “friendsâ€. Anytime I needed to cry, You were there to dry my tears. You shared each of my dreams, And if there … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Meant To Be
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ONE FINAL DANCE
I miss the way you used to dance So gracefully across the floor. You used to make me wish that we Could keep dancing forevermore. Your gentle smile and subtle moves Brought envy from the others who Would sit along … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, New Beginnings
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RESTLESS LOVER
I see the silk sheets Fall away from your body As you rise up from the bed. Your soft skin glistens lightly As the firelight catches Your body in its glow. Slowly, quietly, cautiously, You cross the bedroom And glance … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, New Beginnings
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RETURN TO ME QUICKLY
I know that you must leave for now, Though only for a while. So as I watch you walk away I’ll try to force a smile. Tend to your business if you must, And then once you are done, Rush … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Enduring
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SPENDING CHRISTMAS ALONE
The gifts are wrapped under the tree. The kids are full of cheer. The logs are glowing in the fire As Christmas time is near. We’ve always spent our Christmases Together in the past, And now it seems that Christmas … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Promises
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I DROVE AWAY
I drove by your house last night Just to see if you might be home. I didn’t have much to do, And I just happened to be driving by, Or perhaps that’s just what I’d say If I found out … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Meant To Be, Songs
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WHEN MORNING COMES
Rest gently your head Upon this soft pillow. Let your mind be free From all thoughts. Sleep peacefully, here, As I watch you dreaming, And I’ll see you When morning comes. Lay back and relax As sleep overcomes you. There’s … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, Promises, Songs
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THE DREAMER AND THE FOOL
Your dreams sustain you as you Seek to improve things beyond your reach. You dream of love and happiness Which all of us hope to find. I often rush into things Without much foresight, And usually end up as a … Continue reading
Posted in 1981, New Beginnings
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