I love the math component in this. Some things don’t always add up but we must figure out the equation:))

Force of attraction formula in physics.
F = G * (m1 * m2) / r².

Force of attraction formula in humans
L= G * (m1 * m2) / r².

Where L is Love
G is Gentleman
M1 is number of times he messed up
M2 is number of times she messed up
R is number of failed make up attempts.

Cleverly penned, Tim. Amazing wordplay, love the whole equation vibe. Nicely done. Appreciate you.

Damian

Tim I absolutely loved this. This is a brilliant use of the math metaphor for relationships with women. Truly an enjoyable and amazing read for me tonight.

John

Damn. This is next level. Mixing poetry AND math. Brilliant!!!

Much respect

Naaj

This is gentle and clever the way you turn numbers into feeling it lands with a quiet ache. I always can expect something fresh every time I go to the back of the book if you will…

There are so many great lines in this one. I think the one that sticks the strongest with me is:

“Complacency is a recipe for disaster”

Not paying enough attention to the gravity of a situation is so dangerous. All it takes is a single grain to tip the scales. Gotta watch the build-up. Your mind never ceases to amaze me, my friend

tREMENDOUS WORK.

Coming to a dark truth is scary after a long search isn’t it?
Favorite line: Distractions occupy the symbol minded

Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Mary. So glad you connected with the write my friend. I loved that line as well. There were quite a few I loved in here. Appreciate you.

Damian

G’mornin’, Damian 🌤
The enjoyment of your fine writes goes well with this hot wake up mug-a lapsang souchong.

Such a beautifully rendered, smoothly flowing set of unmetered Quatrains (in a-b-a-b spot-on rhymes) sing a sad song, indeed.
They say, “We must play the cards we’re dealt!” But, I, as You, have obviously been dealt some tragically sorry hands.
The one worst aspect of romantic relationships your keenly-writ lines bring to mind, is the painful reality of unrequited feelings and emotions.

“Understand I’m living the fucking song
And your loyalty lies in remaining numb”

Brilliant work, Syr Poet … thank you for sharing! ⁓ Rascal🖌

I think about the consequences of opening my mouth & weigh them against the burden of saying nothing. If it has the potential to hurt someone, I keep it locked in the Nope folder. There’s a lot of insight in this one. That cautionary note…think before you speak…is never out of date, my friend

No you can not stay naive. Especially when you already was a part of it.

hello dearest Damian you are very deep… I’ve picked up on a lot of wisdom in you… the air can help but be heavy with the words… truth is just like that 💕well done…

Learning to “read the room” is such a great line, and your last is filled with wisdom. We live and we learn as we go learning from our past mistakes and learning from others.

Great poem.