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Crescendo

I will tell you how
I thought of you today -

as if a thousand wild horses
approached from an unknown distance

storming their way closer,
thrusting onward and into my mind.

I closed my eyes,
the ground trembled at my feet,

and there was your earthen
essence, settling on my waiting lips.

The universe exploded,
I completely let go,

suddenly,

as if I'd never
exhale again.

About This Poem

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Intensity: I want the raw truth, feel free to knock me on my back

Editing Stage: Editing - rough draft

About the Author

Country/Region: United States

Favorite Poets: I tend to read Ted Kooser, Jim Harrison, Billy Collins, Paul Simon, Robert Frost. I like minimalist poetry, and poems reflecting on nature and Mother Earth.

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Ruby Lord

Ruby Lord

2 years ago

Wow, sorry I missed this one.

Wow, sorry I missed this one. I wish I'd seen it sooner.

I loved the imagery you used to create the trembling feeling in my body you wrote about. It was very well done, bringing together elements of love with nature. Excellent Ruby :) xx

Lavender

Lavender

2 years ago

Hello, Ruby!

I'm glad you enjoyed this. I remember feeling this way when my late husband and I started dating - the thought that someone could have this effect on another.
Thank you for reading!
Lx

L

leoferaco

1 year 11 months ago

lovely

every time I read your work I'm moved, I really hope you become a published writer one day. You have the talent and more should discover it.

Lavender

Lavender

1 year 11 months ago

Hello, Leo,

You are incredibly kind. Sometimes certain poems just write themselves. I appreciate you reading and commenting so generously!
L

RoseBlack

RoseBlack

1 year 11 months ago

Hi L

Another touching poem! Some of the best thoughts I have had of someone I love have felt so real. Your poems are always so deep, no matter how long or short they are. Always a pleasure to read! Well done!

Lavender

Lavender

1 year 11 months ago

Hello, Carrie,

I find it amazing that thoughts of another can be so deep and life changing.
Thank you for reading. You are always positive and supportive!
L