~Nothing Else Matters~

~Nothing Else Matters~

A Poem by AprilRN1210
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“What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us.”

Henry David Thoreau




 






No matter what we’ve been through

you’ve given me hope for something new

trying to dry all the tears that I’ve cried

dying to feel alive… again… inside.

 

Accepting the way I feel for you

has opened my eyes to a different view

no longer trapped in cracked mirrors

seeing facts a whole lot clearer.

 

A world apart stands a simple man

holding my heart within his hands

spilling the sand, we watch it scatter

love expand s--so nothing else matters.

 

When the madness of sadness starts to creep in

I’m stronger-no longer- do I have to pretend

fear fades with each breath that I take

shaking charades made by mistake.

 

Trust I feel and I share with you

kinship of friendship accrued and grew

we’ll get through each path we choose to pursue

these three words don't always spell disaster

I’ll be loving you and nothing... else... matters.

 



© 2015 AprilRN1210


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Oh , my Romanticism . Haven't seen this for a while. In fact is not very common around here (The cafe). The use of intense emotion as an authentic source of aesthetic experience, placing new emphasis on such emotions as apprehension, horror and terror, and awe. In this writing we find all of them. In fact this is probably the "darkest " writing I have ever read from you. I can only assume the reasons are clearly described in the writing so there is no need to put them on show. I really relate to the gesture of the writing. You standing at the top of the castle, bruised and battered emotionally , a storm coming, winds , grey skies falling upon you , your black cloak and the image of the sun at the distance in its reflection that person that will still be there for you until the bitter end.

Nothing else would matter.

Thankyou

Posted 9 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

you are always so insightful, it is scary sometimes Rene.. you find a way to see into not only the e.. read more



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it is nice to see and hear a woman talking about loving a simple man....some of us wonder if that is attractive enough to a woman...

just me, just simple...

i like this poem and the subtle rhyme you have in it..it snuck up on me...in a good way.

Posted 9 Years Ago


2 of 2 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

I feel the same.. I am a simple gal... and appreciate and am attracted to the same.. although I admi.. read more
Well damn it this was heart breaking. I mean it and if I was any sort of normal human being I would have a tear. This was, well your brilliance as usual. But I do feel the hook that rips my chest.

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

I am glad I could touch you with this piece.. not everyone cries.. it was good to see you, my frien.. read more
beautifully said little April RN .. enjoyed the song as well ... nothing like diving off the cliff eh!? .. we have hope that wings will spread .. nice one .. well worth taking minutes to read each line ..
E.

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

hey E!!... glad you see you up and on... how are you?.. feeling better I hope!... I am tickled you e.. read more
Einstein Noodle

9 Years Ago

thank you dumplin' .. re-injured the knee so .. yes .. went to the doctor ... arrrrrgh! .. waiting o.. read more
April this is so beautiful, strong, romantic. Wonderfully emotional.
Please tell me that it's real and not some challenge to write to a song!
A song which is awesome by the way... :D
Love the poem!

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

well, it is good to see you back.. and thanks again.. just read your mushy.. mine doesn't compare.. .. read more
Matching Socks

9 Years Ago

Shush. Yours is totally heartfelt and romantic. It's perfect. You have a unique voice.
And i.. read more
AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

Ha!.. hardly.. but thanks.. slip up every now and then and mush escapes.. appreciate you humoring me.. read more
What a beautiful love poem this is. No, nothing else matters when you have a relationship in which trust trust and communication flourish. There are no masks worn and no one has to pretend to be anyone they are not. The rhyming in this poem is great and, as always, I like the change in fonts. Great quote to start off your presentation. Lydi**

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

Thank you so much!!.. exactly!.. trust and open, honest communication.. no masks.. that is the key.... read more
This poem is stunning, gorgeous, serene, pure, everything I want to write about. The way you built up to and delivered the phrase "nothing else matters" blew me back and incinerated today's barriers in my world. Thank you for sharing April it's great

"So close no matter how far"

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

your reviews are always so sweet, thoughtful and encouraging.. I appreciate it my friend.. thank you.. read more
Look at you getting all sappy… seriously it is so nice to see the tender hearted side of you… all it takes is the right person to bring it our of us and show us a world of beauty we never knew existed… absolutely love this poem.

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)

9 Years Ago

Blush and giggle… Woooo I am on a roll today :)
AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

well you ARE a rock-n-ROLL cowboy, are you not?.. gotta show that roll sometimes.. :P
The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)

9 Years Ago

Ain't tat the truth :))
I really like how you used Thoreau's work as a theme to expand your poetic creation around.
The music works for me as well.
The whole piece shares an authentic character, from the picture and symbolisms there, to the music and back to the lines you penned so well.
I enjoyed the experience and I am impressed with this collection of artistic expression.


Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

oh wow, David.. I don't know what to say.. I always try to create an experience with different laye.. read more
Beautiful. It needs to be sung, a metal ballad. I enjoyed the entire piece, but I think my favorite part is that final stanza, particularly the last two lines. Very glad I decided to stop by for a read.

Bonus points for the song. Perfect accompaniment to a wonderful poem.

Favorited.

-Cara


Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

oh wow.. favorited!.. thank you!.. I am glad that this touched you.. halfway through my heart was si.. read more
Caradoc

9 Years Ago

You're very welcome. And it did seem like the song was in your heart when you wrote this. Very well .. read more
AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

indeed it was... thank you again... means a lot coming from such a talented friend.. ((hugs))
That is so gorgeous ma'am.It left me speechless and you know that's no easy feat lol.Full of love and honesty .You are the best April :)

Posted 9 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Vidya Bacchus

9 Years Ago

Hahahahaha oh gosh I've missed you girl.Yes I confess I do a mean houdini.Now you see me ,now you do.. read more
AprilRN1210

9 Years Ago

awwwww.. you humble me ma'am.. thank you.. honestly.. and Houdini is right.. :P
Vidya Bacchus

9 Years Ago

Lol.you are welcome :)

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