For me, Love is action Trusting... Choosing... Falling... Being all in. Open to... Holding space for... Again and again For me. ~Just L (November 5, 2018) Author's Note: "Unrequited love can be survived in a way that once-requited love cannot." – John Green So I am choosing me!
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Nothing Left to Say
He challenged the trivial Without addressing his heart "We're all good" "Why do you say that?" "I'm just this way" Picking specific words apart When his lies were revealed He had nothing left to say. ~ Just L (November 4, 2018)
Willa
The windows rattled but I was not shook; Your strong arms, my protection. Reminded of your house's strong foundation; I settled in to the kiss of rain's affection. As the waves crashed in this Cabo Corrientes cove, We found our own native rhythm. Skin to skin we crackled; Was it the lightning or him? You … Continue reading Willa
I am a deep river
I am a deep river. I found out too late he doesn't swim. ~Just L (October 20, 2018)
Don’t Tell Him
Don’t tell him I think about him as much as I do He might get the wrong impression Don’t tell him he makes me smile Or his scent is my obsession. Don’t tell him I’m smitten It’s just a crush Don’t tell him from afar, my heart swells a little It’s too much. Don’t tell … Continue reading Don’t Tell Him
Beginner’s Mind
He said I should approach love with a “Beginner’s Mind.” The trouble is I do not have a beginner’s heart. ~Just L (found poem, November 6, 2010) Published in the December 2010 Blender of Love Digest via Beginner's Mind Author's Note: Recommitting to my yoga practice this fall. A beginner's heart is my intention.
She Released A Deep Sigh
She had said all of the things over and over. Rehearsing her award-winning speech in the mirror. Uttering the words time and again. "Is this our beginning or is this the end?" She was resolute not leaving anything to chance. As her will was oft weakened by romance. She spoke her peace and held her … Continue reading She Released A Deep Sigh
You never ever have to convince someone to do the work to be ready…
"Someone can be madly in love with you and still not be ready. They can love you in a way you have never been loved and still not join you on the bridge. And whatever their reasons you must leave. Because you never ever have to inspire anyone to meet you on the bridge. You … Continue reading You never ever have to convince someone to do the work to be ready…
Unwilling To Discount My Price
What she doesn’t seem to know Is that I broke it off with you two weeks ago A letter that begins with “Dear John” Restating my intention to take action Letting go of the deep soul place I held sacred No one to blame, the commitment faded The stars were not aligned for us to … Continue reading Unwilling To Discount My Price
Prelude to a Kiss
I glance at my phone and feel a little thrill “Hi sweetie!” I last saw him in April Ah yes, I was getting my birthday tattoo “It’d be great if we could get together" “I look forward to seeing you, too.” *** We meet at my favorite dinner spot I’m playing it cool, yet feeling … Continue reading Prelude to a Kiss
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