I Write

A poem I wrote in 2005 for my book that was published that year. Figured it would be an appropriate repost for Poetry Month.

artwork by George Clausen

Positioning my heart

just perfectly

so that emotions

pour into

my well of ink

for only you….I write.

 

My emotions splattered

on the once naked page

are meant for you.

Will you caress

my words tonight

holding them in

private places

I will never dwell?

Read the words

let them dance

upon your tongue.

 

As they rest

in the curls

upon your chest

quench your thirsts

with them.

Listen to

my private whispers.

Allow my warm breath

to enter your soul

and simmer there

as double entendres

do dirty deeds

upon the page.

 

No, my darling,

you need not

question

t’is for you

I write.

Reviews

[ANTO]

this definitely simmers dear Lydia. Its so playful and classy not bawdy - I love the settling sincerity of the final stanza - one can imagine the speaker looking with almost tearful eyes - filled to the brim with pure love as the final lines are delivered. Simply sublime Lydia.

I love the premise of the artist capturing the artist - its mesmerising. Great picture choice.

Wunderbar ! (Haa - spellchecker asked me if I meant 'underwear' for that word lol)
:))

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you very much, Anto. Hey, it is a Friday, right? :) Wunderbar=underwear? That made me laugh. Some underwear COULD be wunderbar....if worn by the right person! LOL Have a happy Easter. Lydi**

[ANTO]

True - I never considered that - hey maybe spellchecker has a date tonight itself with that saucy wee spreadsheet program who wears the kinky stuff.
Have a great Easter Lydia
XDD

[Lydia Shutter]

Celebrating Passover here, Anto, but thanks! :)

[ANTO]

Happy Passover ?
(hug)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you! :)

[Jimmy Yetts]

A sensual proposal exquisitely written.
Clear, creative, delightful.
And, let me not forget, dear Lydi, unmistakably loving!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Frankie. Lydi**

[Lyn Anderson]

Always, the passion and romance, the love walk hand in hand in your writing. So lovely.

[Lydia Shutter]

It's part of who I am. I love life.....I guess that comes through in my words. Thank you very much, KL. Lydi**

[Adam Adams]

Liked the choice of words. "Private breath" & "Dance upon tongue".. & on & on.. such lines make very vivid imagery of love and tranquility in mind. Nice imagery. Great job!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Adams. Enjoy the weekend. Lydi*

[Cassie]

ahhhh....Thank you for writing this. Good one my friend, I always enjoy reading you

[Lydia Shutter]

You are such a sweetie. Thanks again, Cassie. Lydi**

[Ruth]

Lydi...your words astound me, I find so much beauty within them and such a pause...they grant me respite and fill my soul with light xo

[Lydia Shutter]

WOW, Poppy.....I am touched by your words. Thank you so much. May you find peace and light in every poem you read. Lydi*

[Ruth]

My pleasure love, and truth xo

[Rita L. Sev]

Lyrical romance, a wonderful combination, Lydi!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Rita. Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

I think that this one is quintessential Lydia. Wordplay and romanticism and very subtle references to sensuality ... all while being great poetry. Kudos. Yes, a great classic to honor National Poetry Month. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

I like the fact you know my poetic style.....that you recognize it is an honor. Thank you, Jim. Lydi**

[Pushkar Prabhat]

WoW!!! amazing........
beautiful.....enchanting........playful........
so full of passion and love......
i loved it Mam!!!
:)

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Pushkar. Lydi*

[Pushkar Prabhat]

you are welcome!!! :) :)

[Kelly Scheppers]

I adore this, in that you wrote it with so much heart for someone you love.

"as double entendres
do dirty deeds
upon the page."

I've never known a Good Friday to be so steamy before!! ; )

[Lydia Shutter]

That's what makes it good! :) Thanks, Kelly. Lydi**

[Fran Marie]

And tis pure magic you write such unique verse..emotions splatter, but fill the naked page with sheer poetic beauty..lovely piece here..

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks very much, Fran Marie. Lydi**