I want fireworks I don't want what is expected I want to laugh uncontrollably At inside jokes I don't want to fear the fire But become it I want to be held close And throw caution to the wind I don't care who sees I want to run wild Scream at the top of my … Continue reading I do
Romantic Poetry
Being a hopeful romantic never leaves me hopeless.
Swiping Right
Turning together on cue Like windshield wipers Chasing each other in dreams Moved by the intermittent hum of Being in love. ~Just L (May 6, 2017)
There Is A Woman Who Lights Up The Whole Earth
You, statuesque beauty, graced the door – took my breath away. You lit up the whole room. What is your secret? I found it futile to divide myself between the beat of the drum and my heart. What is your secret? Positive energy crackling in the air; Enamored by the mystery that draws two souls … Continue reading There Is A Woman Who Lights Up The Whole Earth
Alliteral Life of Loveliness
All the world is our wild playground A love song in every little sound Embracing shades of gray Awash in sunshine everyday Anywhere we wander is not wrong Co-crafting our narrative in song An adventure need make no sense Creating a life on three continents Behold an extraordinary belonging Lovely is the sweetness of our … Continue reading Alliteral Life of Loveliness
Long Distance Relationship Recipe
Don't let too much time pass without planning a face to face... Building intimacy is more important than who lives in the best place. Be sure to liberally stir in magic and grace. Plan a special date once a month whether near or far... Play a game together or wish upon the same star. Fold … Continue reading Long Distance Relationship Recipe
He Speaks Four Languages. We Share One.
How can I articulate Our affection? No known words explain Our sparkly soul connection. As if the Universe ordained We were ready to collide. In a single moment, We boarded a borderless ride. Showing the world love One deep, magical blur. A kitten and a lion Hearts pure. Bold in our quietness, And vulnerable. Our … Continue reading He Speaks Four Languages. We Share One.
Good Morning From Mexico
In Mexico working and mating sound the same. Manual laborers swinging hammers. Headboards of lovers bang against the wall. The trolley carrying laundry to the rooftop hums off and on. And the bird who gathers in the courtyard each morning is the loudest of them all! ~Just L (March 27, 2017) Author's Note: Sounds from … Continue reading Good Morning From Mexico
This Much I Know
Sweet words are not sure promises; Neither are soft kisses. But this much I know for certain; Being spoiled with consistency never misses. ~Just L (March 26, 2017)
I Married Him Yesterday
Two hearts united, in one dance Of exquisite diversions life is full I married him yesterday With two syllables Proclaiming love to the heavens Feet firmly planted in history A lifetime together entwined Souls depth a glorious mystery. ~Just L (Written March 22, 2017) Published in the April 2017 Blender of Love Digest.
It Is As I Imagined
Our first and last encounter fleeting. I had an idea in my head of our next meeting. I would be carefree and stylish in a black sundress, bedhead hair. He would be casual in jeans and Nike Air. Delicate gold jewelry glistening on my skin. He would ring the bell twice so I would know … Continue reading It Is As I Imagined
Just L Poetry 