My man does not know I study his hands more often than I survey his face. His, strong and freckled, which cover my own, fragile and tanned. I compare and contrast our fingers entwined. His hands are substantially larger, and I welcome the heat of his palm warming mine. Closing my eyes I discover the … Continue reading Palm Reader
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Personal Life, Politics, and Pinot Blanc – I Would Die 4 U
I have been pondering my personal life, politics, and Pinot Blanc… After all, aren’t they the same thing? ~ Just L (March 9, 2012) “I believe that every single event in life that happens is an opportunity to choose love over fear.” ~Oprah Winfrey It was one of those days when I was reminded how precious life is. Prince … Continue reading Personal Life, Politics, and Pinot Blanc – I Would Die 4 U
Traveling Light
The road I travel will always be bright, because it is and forever completely mine-- Your inability to see me for the beauty and light that I am does not dull my shine-- It simply makes your path darker. ~Just L (April 16, 2016)
Personal Life, Politics, and Pinot Blanc – “Yes” I say!
I have been pondering my personal life, politics, and Pinot Blanc… After all, aren’t they the same thing? ~ Just L (March 9, 2012) “I believe that every single event in life that happens is an opportunity to choose love over fear.” ~Oprah Winfrey On January 1, 2015, I prayed, "May there only be things brought to me … Continue reading Personal Life, Politics, and Pinot Blanc – “Yes” I say!
Alaculia
Counted on a celebration of 500 happy days total I have suffered 40 days with this ailment My heart is more porous than normal But it's hard to tell if I am leaky or absorbent When brains don't count ~Just L (March 24, 2016)
Confessions – A Comfortable Place
I want our relationship to be a comfortable place for us when we are weary. ~Just L (About him, March 5, 2016) Author's Note: I believe in being the keeper of the solitude for our intimate partner, and that a successful relationship is one where we can be naked and unafraid, and loved -- not … Continue reading Confessions – A Comfortable Place
Unbounded
May I e'er live within my means and love beyond them. ~ Just L (March 20, 2016) #GoddessWisdom Read other Quotes by Just L.
Vorfreude
I stare at you and ponder how incredibly sweet that I have found you in this state. After all the life we have lived there is something inexplicable about falling deeply in love years beyond our youth. I would have never guessed the depths of my delight. Once envious of those who have had many … Continue reading Vorfreude
Never Keep a Box of Hate
Never keep a little box of hate. It will grow. Let it go. ~Just L (July 17, 2015)
Witness
I want to be married for a lifetime - a witness to another's life is the most sacred calling, and one who will witness mine, my deepest longing. Alas perhaps in my own life, my children are that witness, as they are indeed the keeper of all my treasures. ~Just L (originally penned in 2008)
Just L Poetry 