In my life, 39 has been a reoccurring theme I divorced two men the year they turned 39 One seven years and the other 12 years younger (than me) And, after each break up, I was genuinely just fine I’ve only had one love in my life that was older And sadly he truly broke … Continue reading 39
Attraction
Confessions – Holding Love
I hope he, too, felt we made love whenever we held hands. ~Just L (May 11, 2016) Author's Note: I remember the spark the first time I pressed my hand into his. Standing tall, beside him in the back of the crowded room, hiding smiles, sharing silent dreams. See also: Wait For Him #abouthim
You Can Do Better
“You can do better.” I’m always confused by this Who are you to say what’s right for me Even if it’s wrong ~Just L (June 19, 2016) Author’s Note: I don’t need socially ideal to prove my worth. I define what’s best for me by how much we love one another, not a ranking of … Continue reading You Can Do Better
SweeTARTS, His Flavorite
She did not taste as delightfully sweet, or as delicately tart But, oh how he wanted to give her his heart Yet, as he bit in he realized he had left it with another This was not the mouthwatering maze of texture and taste that had him go crazy So why bother? ~Just L (June … Continue reading SweeTARTS, His Flavorite
Confessions – Quiet Storm
Do not underestimate the intensity of my quietness. My passion for you is perfectly comfortable inside my own skin. But oh how I love to feel yours. ~Just L (About him, March 22, 2015) See Contents for other Confessions.
Confessions – #LoveHack
Of all the hacks, you are by far my favorite, sweetheart. #LJB<3ADM ~Just L (About him, March 10, 2015) See Contents for other Confessions. #abouthim
I See Into You
I see into you Those eyes so kind Your thoughtful mind Turning with the tide Searching for a guide Projecting you’ve not a care The lens reflects a steely stare Alas you cannot hide Your turmoil inside I see into you ~Just L (June 9, 2016) Author's Note: For your consideration: Crinkly eyes = Genuine … Continue reading I See Into You
Three Falling
A Short Story L: How far is it between falling in love and fallen? A: A short step. ~ Just L (found poem, Christmas Day Conversation, 2014) The Equation of Falling How fast something falls is known as the acceleration of gravity. (This is just the way gravity works - it accelerates everything at exactly … Continue reading Three Falling
“Do not contact me”
I cannot stand to feel you Or the love that you inspire I must avoid emotions at all cost I cannot afford desires Especially of the heart Do not dare reach out to me For I fear kindling tenderness You may not impress me with your lips Or cast a spell with your skin’s scent … Continue reading “Do not contact me”
Knocking on the Dawn Anew
I have been in love before; After all at my age, who hasn’t? Some have entered like a storm, or had a particular appeal Still others ran their course, and that was the end of that I wasn’t prepared for the way my feelings for you Literally snuck up on me building an appreciable wall … Continue reading Knocking on the Dawn Anew
Just L Poetry 