Idle Love
When Love Stand Still........
Even with eyes wide open,
You cannot see the unique beauty that is me.
A priceless, rare jewel that many near and far seek.
In my heart, I sense our love is at the point of destiny.
However, how can I compete
With your loyalty to others that runs so deep?
To reach for me is an arm’s length of space.
Yet the intimacy of your touch
Seems a thousand distant miles away.
I can hear it in your voice,
Fear, the words your mouth cannot say.
With every beat of my heart,
I feel love slipping away.
Each day, the wound deepens into hollow space.
And from a distance,
I see clearly the love you keep at bay.
Love can be difficult for you to embrace,
Doubt and uncertainty often get in your way.
Unjust cause to hesitate,
Closing ears to what your heart has to say.
You choose loneliness as the chance at love
Slips away into idle head-space.
Poem By: Qbenja
Photo provided by: EiE Expressions
"The capability of real love requires depth in and out of season."
WHERE Did LOVE GO?
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This roller coaster ride was thrilling and sometimes to no end,
but not the joy ride I envision for our vows to end.
You have the power to bring me the most joy and pain.
I can no longer differentiate between the two.
Loving you has left my mind jumbled and confused.
Is it wrong that I willingly endure the pain loving you brings?
Is it worth enduring such shame to proudly bear your name?
Is it wrong to lay humbly at your feet, to be throttled?
All so that our children can rightfully call you father.
Why should I even bother?
I've attempted to move on, declaring "No more!"
Yet, my frail heart betrays me, refusing to let go.
Why do I keep punishing myself this way?
Can I dare to hope to escape the bitterness I taste?
I've been told to stand tall and stay strong,
but I challenge for how long.
How can I muster the courage to triumph in this battle
with a heart that's broken and shattered?
So Where Did Love Go? ……. I looked deep within.
Through the spiraling pain I experienced,
I found solace in a higher power, which led me to discover
the promise of a fulfilling life and a brighter tomorrow.
I will take this new path with or without you; it doesn't matter.
I now know I don't deserve to be mentally or physically battered.
I deserve to be loved, even if it is solely from God above.
Selfish, I am not, so I encourage you to take this walk alongside me.
No longer shall I follow blind steps in front of me.
My pathway must remain clear of all debris.
To fulfill my calling fated by God, my Creator and King.
So Where Did Love Go? …I found it within.
I learned that self-love starts with me.
I now take ownership of my destiny.
Love never left me. I discovered it was I that confused love hierarchy.
After searching deep within, I found love and set it free.......
Poem by: Qbenja
"A peaceful and contented heart knows the Lord God and finds its way." -Qeb-
Love Out-of-Control
Defenseless and out of control,
on wings of passion, we soar.
As two become one, passion takes control.
Love is a thrilling and daring experience.
That is both compelling and bold.
As two souls unite, a new story unfolds.
The memories of the here and now
will forever be told.
Your love has captivated my heart.
Not even Father-time can keep us apart.
The opinions of others
about our love hold no weight.
Even I cannot fully grasp
the intensity of its burning state.
Our love blazes like a wildfire,
with flames unconstrained.
Fierce, wild, and raging out of control.
Untamed love inconsistently remains the same.
The heat burns inside as a moth to a flame.
Your name, I've uttered openly.
Aloud without shame.
Poem by: QBenja
"The unleashed freedom to love is a beautiful thing".
Medieval Love
I slayed my heartbreak today.
I am a conqueror.
I am no one's captured prey.
I killed it with my spear against my shield
and laid it to rest on the battlefield.
Forgiving you doesn't mean forgetting what you've done.
You took away my sun for a moment's run,
the clouds above went dark as you obliterated my heart.
But that's okay because tomorrow is a new day.
The sun will shine bright again,
and my heart will resume to mend.
As time equals a full day, the heavens will make a way.
So I raise my goblet to the open sky
and proclaim victory underneath heaven's midnight stars.
The tears I've shed will flow no more.
Thus, I mourn this ancient love and settle the score.
Poem by: Qbenja
Fantasy Moon
I stood underneath the moonlit sky
To ease the loneliness I felt inside.
The beauty of the moon's light
Fought against the stillness of the night.
The fullness of reminiscing of my heavy heart.
How can we be so close yet unbearably too far apart?
The stars were a stunning sight.
They complimented the brightness of the moonlight.
But, no matter how hard I tried,
My lips refused to turn up a smile.
Instead, I fought off tears of loneliness that I cried.
I felt rooted to the wooden planks beneath my bare feet
And could only stare into the distance
As the gentle wind blew kisses.
The sweet caress of its touch only reminded me of
The love we shared and miss so much.
All alone in a contemplative state
I can't help but wonder why
My love couldn't be here with me on this lover's day.
I love you no less;
I only wish to hear the music of your heart
Beating against your chest.
If this were a test of strength and resilience,
Then I have failed miserably.
I know for sure that I wish you were here with me.
Poem by: EM Erahsi
MY HEART SPEAKS
If my heart is happy, will you hear the rhythm of its clapping?
If my heart is breaking, will you hear the words desperately saying?
I am sorry for today, tomorrow, and yesterday.
For it is me my heart does speak.
If unforgiveness causes my heart to withdraw and retreat,
Does forgiveness then set me free?
If my heart is at a restful peace with thee,
Should I offer my love to you unconditionally?
And if I choose to give you my heart wholeheartedly,
Will you stay loyal, play for keeps, or abandon me?
Will you protect my heart?
Treat it with the kindness and tenderness it deserves.
Will you keep it healthy and happy with fulfilled love?
Will you pay the asking price of my heart’s freedom willingly?
Or will you, of your own free will, enslave me?
For it is me my heart does speak.
Can you guide my heart?
With strength through the challenges of time and adversity.
Can I trust you not to break my heart or take advantage of its vulnerability?
Will you promise to keep my heart safe and locked away?
In a treasure box where only you hold the key.
Will you pledge to always listen to my heart as it speaks freely?
For it is me my heart does speak.
Poem by: EM Erahsi
Image by Gabriele M. Reinhardt from Pixabay
READY FOR LOVE
Girl, you are tight, and that dress fits you just right.
Like a hand in a glove, you, my Lady,
Are ready for admiration and love.
Go on with your bad self.
Don't you know stealing a man's heart is committing a theft?
Sashaying confidently across the room, commanding all attention
on you, but not to be fooled, you have been taught well and
familiar with all the rules.
You're the host of this soiree.
permit yourself permission to size up your prey in preparation
for the slaying and victory of a successful day.
Be confident in yourself, and Know Who You Are.
You, my Lady, are Special and Unique by far.
Trust in your abilities and celebrate your individuality.
Be not apologetic about the words that you say.
Be not ashamed of the thoughts they convey.
Be encouraged by who you are and who you were born to be.
Be a person of wisdom, strength, and the awareness that you are free.
Be free to speak your mind, to walk your walk, and to talk your talk.
Know that there are no failures or defeats,
just, a simple acknowledgment that some things aren't meant to be.
So, head held high, gather your dignity, and readjust your strategy.
Realign your pieces and Conquer thy King.
Your Majesty, The Queen.
Poem by: Qbenja
"Being confident in who you are showcases the greater part of your heart."QBenja Image by Unknown