...and you whispered

...and you whispered, 'speak to me of love',

   the spaces 'tween the soft rain on a summer's day

         tangerine skies that glisten over a moonlit bay

a quiver of heartstrings, the arrow that swiftly flies

    sharing the wind within a spring's hushed lullaby

   dance's rhythm as one in giving unselfishly 

        yet, movement as separate breath's unto each other

the gentle bend of olive branches, roots of a majestic oak,

   heart's inner peace planted in lush gardens of fruitful faith

courage to fear the nakedness of vulnerability's passion,

    weaknesses endearing strength in the eye of storms,

   acceptance that affection has one purpose but to be fulfilled

       small gestures, melting melodies of praise, 

a prayer of endearment's trust in the enthralling pain

     of being touched by overwhelming tenderness, 

        to dream a dream upon another soul's desire of willfulness

               in the gift that can not be denied for a lifetime

"Love one another, but make not a bond of love:
Let it rather be a moving sea between the shores of your souls." 
― Khalil Gibran, The Prophet

Author's Note

Reviews

[AprilRN1210]

what a sweet, romantic, dreamy write.. has me sighing, thinking.. I want that... such gorgeous lines in this.. dances well with the beautiful music.. I am going to call you the queen of flow, because your flow is always so exquisite and enchanting within your pieces... we all want that person that is going to be the eye in our storm, calming us when things get stormy, someone that gives us "butterflies" when we see them, think of them, or are near them... someone gives us courage, comfort, accepting us for who we are and understanding what makes us "tick"... someone that shows such tenderness and love... that knows that it is in the "little things" that are so endearing and meaningful..

Never heard this song before, but the longer I listen to it, the more I really like it...

another amazing write ma'am... this one has the hopeless romantic in me sighing with bliss.. shame on you for touching the mushy side and stimulating her to speak... jeeez.... makes me want to go write something sweet and tender.. grrr @ you!!

[Frieda P]

Enthralled with your review April, you know after all that sex, craziness and rock n' roll, you need to write something that is more down to earth. We all thrive for this kind of love, unfortunately, it's usually only found in poetry unless you're one of the really lucky ones...your sweet words always make me smile. Sorry, not really. :)

[Frieda P]

Oh and Dave Matthews does a fabulous version of this song with Santana also it's a bit more jazzy though...think you'd love that one too.

[AprilRN1210]

yes, I guess you are right... might as well come back to Earth.. if we must... guess, I haven't been one of the "lucky ones" yet... sorry not really what?.. that you bring out the mushy in me... well dang it.. you should! shame on you...... and yes, will have to go check it out.. love santana... course you know I love music in general...

[Frieda P]

Yes the mushy part...ha it's good to see that pink underbelly once in a while sassy spice. ;)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VRQbN94mhQ

[AprilRN1210]

yeah... well, not many can touch it, but you are sneaky... oooh, I do like this... love the way that man caresses and makes love with that guitar... something so dang sexy about it... wheeeew... thank you for sharing that with me... with the sensual voice and the hot guitar, temperature just increased a few notches :)

[Frieda P]

You're just an old softy at heart, you can't fool me sweetie....yep great song, couldn't decide which version to use, I love them both...

[AprilRN1210]

this one does suit this piece better... if you were trying to add more sensual seduction the other would fit better... but for the tone and message of this one, I think you choose perfectly... and hey! I admit nothing..... nope...

[Latifa]

to dream a dream upon another soul's desire of willfulness
the music in this line is beauiful and so as for the rest of this amazing heartfelt poetry.

[Troy Henson]

This was wonderful Frieda. So warm and engaging. Again the music really set this off. Loved it:)

[Glen Yumang Manese]

Hello...there...and I whispered into your ear...and then I woke up...where was I --- like the presentation...yet before you beat me to it...the font must go...and please make it a bit bigger...I have been reading longer writes as of late...need to pace back to poetry...27 chapters is bit much to give a review...and I sustained a leg injury...and the newborn baby...but I shall return to reciprocate....good day...FP...lots on my plate...

[Lauriegirl]

sigh..this was just a lovely, lovely read. I so enjoyed floating through your beautiful words

[Mayank]

So dreamy and romantic... beautiful :)

[stars are far]

That was very romantic work, im speechless, well done in that

[Einstein Noodle]

i would pray this to my lover any day .. top notch warmth .. every line is perfect .. i especially love these tho"
"sharing the wind within a spring's hushed lullaby"
and this one:
"the gentle bend of olive branches, roots of a majestic oak," .. so beautiful for this tree lover .. the combination of yielding , fluidity and strength .. absolutely brilliant says i .. going into my favorites .. you just keep getting better Frieda! bravo!
E.
ps i remember reading Kahlil waaaaaaay back when .. i actually bought "The Prophet" for myself .. unheard of for a hippie biker ;)

[Antoñyo]

Lesson for the day: Ol' romantic farts can still melt!
Such a take-me-way moment I just had reading this melodic work of art (twice),

Thanks for the share, Fri

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Now my Lady that is the mood that suits you and I personally love you in. Such flowing romantic notions in your always peach perfect metaphors!

[WILDERNESS]

that is the anthem of love for all souls.................. beautiful poem