A storm rises From the raging sea; Are they aware of the crackling in the air, Or are they only aware of the electricity between them? Waves crash against the sand, But they do not drown; In water. ~Just L (March 2, 2017)
Poetry
Is this what love is made of or does this seem absurd?
Strolling along without a care in the world. Flowers dance and leaves unfurl. Sun on the face and breeze at the back. Heart full, there is no lack. It could have happened anywhere. The taste of anticipation in the air. Seduced by confident silence, and the scent of cloves. Enjoying entwined hands and toes. Eyes … Continue reading Is this what love is made of or does this seem absurd?
Jamaican Dreams
There is a place by the westward sea -- salty sweet. Reggae jazz floods the sidewalk. One Rasta man and an empress -- eyes meet. Where the darkest night met the light. And, a new day began. -Just L (February 25, 2017)
The Universe Whispered
I spent an entire year asking the Universe to let you go, and then the Universe whispered to me, "Let you go." ~Just L (February 16, 2017)
Into my heart
"if you want into my heart, make me laugh" ~Just L (February 15, 2017)
Scars
Children show scars like medals. Lovers use them as secrets to reveal. A scar is what happens when the word is made flesh. ~Leonard Cohen
Oh, I wasn’t asking…
Remember when you said you loved me? And then you didn't. ~Just L (January 28, 2017)
Poof
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and someone special asked me to make plans to go to the coast. I welcome the forethought as last Valentine’s Day was disastrous. After being exclusive with someone for 15 months I was ghosted (on Valentine's Day which I spent in urgent care). We fell madly in love with each … Continue reading Poof
A relationship is going to unfold in only one of two ways
A relationship is going to unfold in only one of two ways: it will either last forever or it will fall apart. In order to get the relationship that lasts, you have to come to terms with all the ones that didn't. ~Just L (Goddess Wisdom, January 10, 2017) Note: Often this means sorting feelings … Continue reading A relationship is going to unfold in only one of two ways
Ruinous
There was something glorious, contagious, and ruinous about it that thrilled us both. Then he ruined it. ~Just L (January 9, 2017)
Just L Poetry 