A Lady In Red

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Yesterdays love
Buries me in memories
I long for times
When a kiss was truly an exotic marvel
I hug the sorrows of treasured losses
I, a man weep, silently and alone
If only you, the lady in red knew
The feelings stirred inside this hardened man
I toss the guns aside, fighting a fool’s game
There is no true fame for a dead hero
I knelt too often at the graves of my comrades
My sword defends not even honor, no more
I am, but a simple man
As I gaze into my childhood
I long for a world
Where a child is never a soldier
Where no heart goes unheard
All roads lead to happiness
No more highways to evil deeds
No more Isis 
No more hate
No more bombs from the skies
I gaze upon a park bench
There she is below the raven
My lady in red
No where to go
No legs to carry her dreams away

She leaves in her wake
A trail of blackness
The darkness of horrors
The darkness of infinite pain
Yet there she sits
Elegant and beautiful
Staring 
Facing down the terror
Nightmares that attack ones essence

An inspiration overtakes me
On impulse
I pick her up
She has a curious look upon her
What prey tell are you doing?
I look her in the eyes
I whisper to her
I am saving my heart, not you
I am redeeming my soul

She has but a worried look upon her face
I say fear not, I see inside of you
It shall be you who saves me
Your elegance
My kiss
Entwined
As we encounter loves journey

As they say

It’s a walk in the park

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015



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Date: 8/28/2016 11:02:00 PM
Hello again Arthur...back to read this again and congratulate you on having this amazing poem featured! ; )
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Date: 2/22/2015 11:40:00 AM
A beautiful poem, Arthur! I loved its light touch on the last line. Hugs, Alicia, xx
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 2/22/2015 10:09:00 PM
Thanks Alicia, I really appreciate the kind words!
Date: 2/3/2015 11:03:00 AM
Arthur, please accept my huge congratulations on penning this outstanding piece! WOW! This masterpiece deserves a solid 7 from me! I love it! Pandita.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 2/22/2015 10:08:00 PM
Thank you so much Pandita!!!
Date: 2/1/2015 9:08:00 PM
This is a magnificent poem my friend. So very much to absorb when reading each line. Your walk in the park is very deep inspiration my friend. Super 7 and adding this one to my fav list!
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 2/22/2015 10:08:00 PM
As usual Robert you are so kind!
Date: 1/29/2015 3:41:00 AM
This poem is simply brilliant Arthur! The picture but a bit of extra icing on the cake. I loved your poem! 7
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Connie Marcum Wong
Date: 2/1/2015 4:54:00 PM
Sorry, it was probably my impatience with my kindle taking too much time...cheers
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:22:00 PM
Thank you again, this wine I am having must be good! I am seeing double!!
Date: 1/29/2015 3:40:00 AM
This poem is simply brilliant Arthur! The picture but a bit of extra icing on the cake. I loved your poem! 7
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:22:00 PM
Thank you Connie! Much appreciated.
Date: 1/28/2015 8:52:00 AM
Arthur, what an amazing poem you have created to accompany that incredible picture, I was enthralled from the first word, well done and thanks for visiting my poetry ~~
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:20:00 PM
Thank you Broken Wings, for such kind words!
Date: 1/27/2015 7:46:00 PM
Arthur,wow! The picture is incredible. It ties in well with your poem! Since you have been sharing images you have been doing amazing writes! Hey you must read my newest poems! Take care friend. Meg
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Meg Anderson
Date: 1/30/2015 9:08:00 PM
Awe you flatter me. You are a true gentleman.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:19:00 PM
Thanks Meg! One day I may even find an image as beautiful you!
Date: 1/26/2015 9:22:00 AM
Just a walk in the park...if it's that simple why is it so hard.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:17:00 PM
You got me there, maybe I will chop of my legs, and see if that helps me any....
Date: 1/26/2015 9:08:00 AM
Blooming expressions that enchant and beautify the soul! Marvelous poem, dear Arthur! No Lady in red or any other color could ever overlook such a poetic writing!
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:17:00 PM
Thank you Demetrios!
Date: 1/26/2015 1:40:00 AM
OH...how sweet is this write of yours, Arthur. Loved the pic....loved the story behind the pic. All sweet...All good.
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Arthur Vaso
Date: 1/30/2015 8:15:00 PM
Thank you Eileen, your story of your mother made me think of this one!
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