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LeeJ
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since 2003-06-19
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0 posted 2005-08-17 07:52 AM


when feminine mystique returns
to innocence, in a
woman’s peace, duping flesh
tongue yearning for the moist taste of him
and a full moon swallowing me
after day’s collapse

like morning desires, reaching out
a sensual drug, sucking softly on my neck
heart bleeding a whining craze
soft voice of him, in violin pages
where we were a beloved place,
creating
fingers moving fingers
tender...poignant

walls conversed, keeping memories
deep within the arms of ecstasy
teaching me to kiss again
to stroke
to caress,
hearing
God’s everlasting whispers

the arousal
of a changing world
hopeful and romantic

it is then...
melting razor sharp cold runs
wounded rivers deep within a soul
sprinkling embedded marrow
with his thoughtless fleeting moments

then
love argues with a parody of song
that now live far away...
far away

and they never realize the pain
where blood turns to rain and
darkness mocks a slammed door

irresponsible...
so self-impossed...
the man opportunist
that drifts in
and out of souls

when a full moon swallows me
after day’s collapse
i think of all that went wrong

i think of how he ripped my blouse
about regret & learning
it is then
love argues with any bridges that
danced with soul in joyful nature

and the miles I’ve come...

the long long road to happiness

he didn’t understand there was more to
love
then carnal pleasure, starting a song
he'd never finish

burning me like a blair witch project
destroying poignant stares
looking deep into each other’s eyes
until smiles turned those tears to night
and passing minutes, never returned

but that fairy tale flash, still haunts my mind

still haunts my mind

wandering the beauty of tuscany
a place i’d thought was only ours

and I wander among the minds of men
in their songs...of love and bliss
thinking of those that left

love affairs to them
were one night stands
in a lifetime of innocence
divorcing hearts
tearing me apart
from the scent of them

fear now walks by my side
by my side

so
when feminine mystique returns
to innocence, in a
woman’s peace, duping flesh
tongue yearning for the moist taste of him
and a full moon swallows me
after day’s collapse

I remember the other woman he chose
how he returned again and again
only
to eat my heart, never to be that desperate again
for the warmth of another's arms
Oh, how very little I accepted

and allowed him that trust
the fool of me, melting at his touch
his voice, sighing a condiscending lust
while laughing at what he'd done
smuggly asking, "did I do that?"

I'll never give love, to a man like that again

Note:

believe me, there are marvelous, sensitive kind men out there, who have been treated so senselessly the same by women...so, this poem is more to those who have been shattered by these people, more so then an anger at the violators...

Do so trust your inner voice, and remember, no one can hurt you unless you allow them to...look for the flags, and don't be so hungry, you'll compromise self....

Hugs

[This message has been edited by LeeJ (08-19-2005 02:31 PM).]

© Copyright 2005 Lee J. - All Rights Reserved
Honeybunch
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since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115
South Africa
1 posted 2005-08-17 08:27 AM


LeeJ - I want to speak but cannot for tears drown the words but such is the courage of a woman that she can overcome.  This again is tremendous writing!  Hey, I may be brave but that's all I can manage at the moment - too busy clapping with my last vestiges of strength!    
Rick
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since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903
Victoria, Australia
2 posted 2005-08-17 08:46 AM


Dear Lee, this was just so sad my friend, no one needs a love like that, I hope that now you have happiness. I loved this write and your souls exposure, thank you for sharing a secret part of you.

Sincerely
Rick

Seymour Tabin
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since 1999-07-07
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Tamarac Fla
3 posted 2005-08-17 08:46 AM


LeeJ
I'm sure it takes more than one lifetime to complete the cycle. And in order to reach the end there must be a beginning. Good morning sweet.

inkedgoddess
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since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392
Ohio
4 posted 2005-08-17 08:53 AM


i think of how he ripped my blouse
about regret and learning
it is then
love argues with any bridges that
danced with soul in joyful nature
****************************************
can feel the deep pain here, am empty echo
where love once bloomed...and the realization
that seeds do bloom again when planted
and such an outpouring of soul here makes this for an outstanding write

serenity blaze
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since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738

5 posted 2005-08-17 09:06 AM


This guy gets around, Lee.

The pain and the need is a poignant coupling, and I do believe this is my new favorite from you.

Another powerful write, but one that reveals vulnerability.

Amazing.

nakdthoughts
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since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200
Between the Lines
6 posted 2005-08-17 10:43 AM


he didn’t understand there was more to
love
I say this to myself everyday~~~ though it is a self-pep talk...

a deep meaningful write, Lee

M

miscellanea
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since 2004-06-24
Posts 4060
OH
7 posted 2005-08-17 10:52 AM


Lee,

  My favorite!  This was streamlined with passion, imagery, and intensity.  You can bet where this is going...  Yep, straight to those shelves.

     Missy

          

iliana
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since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434
USA
8 posted 2005-08-17 11:27 AM


"so
when feminine mystique returns
to innocence, in a
woman’s peace, duping flesh
tongue yearning for the moist taste of him
and a full moon swallows me
after day’s collapse

I remember the other woman he chose
how he returned again and again
only
to eat my heart, never to be that desperate again
for the warmth of another's arms
Oh, how very little I accepted

and allowed him that trust
the fool of me, melting at his touch
his voice, sighing a condiscending lust
while laughing at what he'd done
smuggly asking, "did I do that?"

I'll never give love, to a man like that again"

LeeJ....wow, what an emotional write.  You're right, it works both ways...I've seen that, too.   .....jo

garysgirl
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since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237
Florida, USA
9 posted 2005-08-17 11:30 AM


Lee, I love this poem. I think it is my favorite
of your's now. and that could be because I relate
so very much to it. I am so glad that I have a man
in my life, now, who is so patient with me and my past.  

Startime55
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since 2003-04-05
Posts 2148
Alberta, Canada
10 posted 2005-08-17 12:09 PM


Having been there myself I felt every word...the pain will always be close to the surface but thanks to a very loving man and a good friend I have been able to give my heart completely to a man who holds it tenderly...needless to say it took almost a lifetime to get to that point...I know the strength it took for you to bare you soul like this to us and I am greatful that you did....may joy and happiness fill your heart and soul...*big big hugs*

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26
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displaced
11 posted 2005-08-17 06:13 PM


inside of you...inside of your words...always a treasure
JamesMichael
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Posts 33336
Kapolei, Hawaii, USA
12 posted 2005-08-19 12:42 PM


Nice writing...James
Midnitesun
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Gaia
13 posted 2005-08-19 12:58 PM


"when a full moon swallows me
after day’s collapse
i think of all that went wrong"

oh man, and its just about that full moon time
we're all hugging you


latearrival
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since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499
Florida
14 posted 2005-08-19 01:55 AM


Dear Lee, This touched me very much. I have been fortunate to have had the love of one man for 47 years until his death....But I have also watched three sons and three daughters hurt at different times by inmature, self centered people. I have seen the tears shed because of just such things as you write. And the hurt is just as deep to feel and watch until they work it through..Thank you for this heart felt piece. You are a terrific person and I do enjoy your writing and sharing. thank you martyjo
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