Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Mary. So glad you connected with the lyrics my friend. You wouldn’t be the first that felt that way, my own mother wanted to slap him upside the head a couple of times. lol. Appreciate you.

Damian

Superb work.

Reminds me of a poem I wrote around the whole invasion of iraq. The poem is lost to me, but I remember some of the lines were.

“you can go ahead and die for your country
I value my life over everything
and if I’m gonna die
it’s not gonna be me wasted away
for a bunch of fucking creeps”

This poem has fire and I love that.

I’m gonna say I would love to throw a shoe at Joey G. If Adira doesn’t get him with her boot first. Ironically, I know a lot of musicians. All young & vibrant…& all in Nebraska. It would be amazing to see your words given the credit & voice they deserve. My partner wanted me to do songwriting for musicians but I shut it down because I “only write poetry.” 🤦‍♀️ I would write with you any day though. And I’m keeping my fingers crossed that your words are properly heard, my friend

That is beautiful. I do not see where you can improve on that.

Ohhh, Adira,
You’ve taken a second bite’a my apple this morning 🍎
First, S i m p a t i c o … now, this!

Welcome back, Dear Poetess À Moi 🌺
With such effulgent sentiments, it’s no wonder the bouquet of your utterances have left a hopeful bard yearning the gentle touch of your satin caress.

Ahhh, that “she” were more truth than fiction, what succulently delightful splendor such a blessing would be.

Thank you, Lady Adira, ever-so warmly, for sharing your lovely presence and encouraging accolades!
Mornin’ hugs to Thee! ⁓ Rascal🖌

I’ve yet to see someone of your caliber when it comes to poetry, Richard. Your professionalism stands out.
A great offering my friend. 🙂

Greetings, Adira 🥀

Thank you for your time taken to read and review this rather poignant piece in homage to a failed romance.
The verse you’ve selected to highlight (I think) is the core of this work … good eye and insight in understanding it’s significance.

Your praise inspires me, too … hugs! ⁓ Richard🖌

This is sweet. You capture innocence seen on a young girl from a males pov. Enjoyed this