navwin » Archives » Open Poetry #26 » Middle of the Bed
Open Poetry #26
Post A Reply Post New Topic Middle of the Bed Go to Previous / Newer Topic Back to Topic List Go to Next / Older Topic
jwesley
Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563
Spring, Texas

0 posted 2003-05-28 09:27 PM



Middle of the Bed

I lay in the middle of the bed,
in the very spot where we shared so many nights,
where we whispered so many words,
did all the things lovers do –
where I loved you and you loved me
until we could hardly breathe anymore –
and I wonder if a thousand miles away
you’re thinking of me, as I of you,
if your blood runs hot, your heart beats fast,
and if you’re filled with the kind of love
I know . . .
I close my eyes and picture you,
kiss the thought, whisper goodnight –
tomorrow . . . tomorrow, at last.

w. james beard, jr.
(c) may 2003


© Copyright 2003 Wesley James Beard, Jr. - All Rights Reserved
Magnus
Deputy Moderator 1 TourDeputy Moderator 1 Tour
Member Laureate
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135
South Carolina, USA
1 posted 2003-05-28 09:30 PM


JW,  Jimmy...you can write bluesy passion as
well as anyone I know...  Thanx!

Nightshade
Deputy Moderator 5 ToursDeputy Moderator 1 TourDeputy Moderator 1 TourDeputy Moderator 1 Tour
Member Patricius
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962
just out of reach
2 posted 2003-05-28 09:34 PM


I love the way you write.
hugs, Chris ~

"Hope" is the thing with feathers-
that perches in the soul....
                  
                       -Emily Dickinson

Temptress
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-06-15
Posts 7136
Mobile, AL
3 posted 2003-05-28 09:51 PM


*sighing here*
nothing else I can do

You could hurt me with your bare hands. You could hurt me using the sharp edge of what you say. JEWEL

ThisDiamond
Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353
Michigan, USA
4 posted 2003-05-28 09:54 PM


Sounds like a big welcome home is in order...Wonderful presentation...TD
JilGirl
Member
since 2003-05-24
Posts 364
Washington
5 posted 2003-05-28 09:58 PM


Warm and touching! A GREAT, heartfelt write!

Blessings!
Shirl

Till oceans cease to flow and deserts lose their sands, may beauty surround you every day and wealth be in your hands.

Mistletoe Angel
Deputy Moderator 10 ToursDeputy Moderator 10 ToursDeputy Moderator 5 Tours
Member Empyrean
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816
Portland, Oregon
6 posted 2003-05-28 10:03 PM




(sigh) Oh James, this is beautiful, sweet friend, I know with all my heart she'll remember you and again love shall grace your beating heart! (sigh) Keep holding the dreams close, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet James, thank you for sharing!



May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

Underneath your clothes, there's an endless story

***Shakira***

garysgirl
Deputy Moderator 10 ToursDeputy Moderator 5 ToursDeputy Moderator 1 Tour
Member Laureate
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237
Florida, USA
7 posted 2003-05-28 10:10 PM


This is so beautiful, James. And, I am so
glad that I know that my Honey-Love also
feels  this, just as I do......

and I wonder if a thousand miles away
you’re thinking of me, as I of you,
if your blood runs hot, your heart beats fast,
and if you’re filled with the kind of love
I know . . .


Hugs to you, friend,
Ethel

1slick_lady
Member Ascendant
since 2000-12-22
Posts 6088
standing on a shadow's lace
8 posted 2003-05-28 10:21 PM


ahhhhhhhhhhh to be loved like that !!!
Saunni
Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777
West Virginia
9 posted 2003-05-28 11:18 PM


An awesome poem with an awesome title!

Sauni:)The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain. L.S

WhiteRose
Member Elite
since 2002-07-23
Posts 3208
somebody's dungeon
10 posted 2003-05-28 11:23 PM


Ah yes, one can't help but sigh when thinking about the middle of the bed. Anyone who has ever shared this space with another would know of this. I can almost hear the blues guitar in the background.
icebox
Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 4383
in the shadows
11 posted 2003-05-28 11:24 PM


Great work; I hope you have a great time.
lost_star
Member
since 2003-03-15
Posts 114
NY, U.S.A
12 posted 2003-05-29 01:08 AM


Great piece, very emotional.
Midnitesun
Deputy Moderator 1 Tour
Member Empyrean
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647
Gaia
13 posted 2003-05-29 01:11 AM


*sigh* so good to hear that news from you.

Cherish each moment, and enjoy.

passing shadows
Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577
displaced
14 posted 2003-05-29 02:34 AM



ethome
Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858
New Brunswick Canada
15 posted 2003-05-29 04:15 AM


Nicely presented....great images.
snowpants
Member Elite
since 2000-09-16
Posts 2061
KS
16 posted 2003-05-29 08:08 PM


"where I loved you and you loved me
until we could hardly breathe anymore –
and I wonder if a thousand miles away
you’re thinking of me, as I of you,
if your blood runs hot, your heart beats fast,"

I love the soul and images in your words...great write

sp

just a hang-up call and the quiet breathing of our persian we call cajun on a wednesday...

Post A Reply Post New Topic ⇧ top of page ⇧ Go to Previous / Newer Topic Back to Topic List Go to Next / Older Topic
All times are ET (US). All dates are in Year-Month-Day format.
navwin » Archives » Open Poetry #26 » Middle of the Bed

Passions in Poetry | pipTalk Home Page | Main Poetry Forums | 100 Best Poems

How to Join | Member's Area / Help | Private Library | Search | Contact Us | Login
Discussion | Tech Talk | Archives | Sanctuary