Connie Marcum Wong Poet Free verse

Always You

When you gaze at me with your face
full of flavor....creases left by time
etched deep near those dark
mesmerizing eyes that still manage
to undress me....I feel the heat.

White stubble peeking from your strong 
chin counts the years
matching the white wings in your hair 
still rich with thickness.

How kind the years have been to you.
Your deep voice still captivating anyone
within earshot; a voice I Iove best
when you speak softly.

You wrap me in your worldly knowledge,
yet my desire for sweet nothings
seduces my senses.

I still see the tower of the man I married
so long ago, the man who swept 
me off my feet with one glance
and I drown in that romance.

Connie Marcum Wong
6-16-16
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Kurt Ravidas May 16, 2019 at 2:59 PM In Nabokov's novel "Ada" there is an episode where lovers exchange encrypted messages. In their language, "the tower" meant happiness. It's great, Connie)

Carol Eastman July 19, 2016 at 10:01 AM Beautifully written love poem... Very touching.

Paul Schneiter July 13, 2016 at 7:31 AM This is a love poem so sweet and so tender it brought tears to my eyes. It's beautiful, and it's inspiring. I love it. Thank you for composing it, straight from your heart. Connie Marcum Wong July 14, 2016 at 1:17 PM You are so kind and have inspired me with your encouraging words Paul. Thank you so much! : )

CayCay Godwin July 1, 2016 at 9:46 PM I love this so much I have to FAV it. It's true, when in love age fails to diminish how beautiful a man is to the woman who loves him. This is deeply flattering, as only a fluttering heart that truly knows their subject, can speak. Love the love, love the sentiment in each stanza ... CayCay Connie Marcum Wong July 14, 2016 at 1:15 PM You don't know how much it means to me that you faved this CayCay. Thank you so much for your kind words that inspire me to keep writing. Bless you...Connie : )

Matthew Anish June 23, 2016 at 11:26 PM Very nice tale of love! Peace & Love Matthew Anish Connie Marcum Wong July 14, 2016 at 1:18 PM Thank you Matthew. Peace and love to you too! : )

Jesse Day June 20, 2016 at 9:58 AM Love the romance and the passion in your words. Nicely written - Jesse

Arthur Vaso June 18, 2016 at 7:45 PM A very romantic tribute you your husband! True love is hard to find, but you have expressed the devotion of love so well, thank you! :) Connie Marcum Wong June 18, 2016 at 8:27 PM Thank you Arthur. Marriage is an on going commitment from both parties. Both have to be willing to put the other first. That happens with us even though we are polar opposites. : )

Old Man Emu June 18, 2016 at 6:20 PM Great poem Connie, uplifting read for me this morning. I'm in for the long haul, love is not a feeling its an act of the will. Thank you for sharing. Kind regards, Craig Connie Marcum Wong June 19, 2016 at 10:31 PM I so agree Craig. Both have to put the other first. Thank you. ; )

Daver Austin June 18, 2016 at 12:07 PM You got de man and that's for sure. Love, Dave Connie Marcum Wong June 20, 2016 at 12:24 AM Thank you Daver. ; )

Carrie Richards June 17, 2016 at 8:25 PM What a beautiful poem of love. And lasting love at that !! You are one of the lucky ones......but love like this, takes time, work, patience, understanding and commitment. I applaud you and the man who deserved this poem !! :) Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 11:10 PM Thank you Carrie. It is true, everything you mention. If both try you can make it a life long commitment. Thank you for your thoughtful comment. ; )

Jan Allison June 17, 2016 at 7:54 AM what a wonderful tribute to your hubby Connie - i especially love the line about 'the white wings in your hair' - oh I do love men who are greying lol:-) hugs Jan xx Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 5:27 PM It is not just my opinion that age has enhanced his appearance... old ladies are still trying to pick him up in Costco. Lol! Thanks so much Jan. ; )

Andrea Dietrich June 17, 2016 at 7:39 AM Such beautiful memories you have of him, Connie. your love story is wonderful Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 5:28 PM Thank you Andrea. We appreciate each other even tho' we are such opposites. ; )

Joanna Daniel June 17, 2016 at 1:14 AM A beautiful romantic write:) Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:36 AM Thank you very much Jo. ; )

John Lawless June 16, 2016 at 10:54 PM YUP....we never loose those strip tease eyes Connie....nice write you husband is a LUCKY, LUCKY man Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:42 AM Awww thank you John. I finally bit the bullet and entered a contest you sponsored. Cheers, Connie ; )

Kim Merryman June 16, 2016 at 10:15 PM Connie, this is a wonderful tribute to your husband. Sweet, loving and sincere! Great write! Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:43 AM Thank you Kim. He bought me some red roses, so I think he liked my poem. ; )

Laura Leiser June 16, 2016 at 10:01 PM You capture the romance of mature love be so beautifully in your poem, Connie! Great write:) Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:45 AM Thank you Laura. My husband told me two older ladies were trying to get him to join them as he was eating at Costco. One is never too old for romance. ; )

Tim Smith June 16, 2016 at 8:58 PM A lovely dedication of your love for your husband. Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:46 AM Thank you much Tim. He is very good to me. ; )

Janis Medders Tobechi June 16, 2016 at 5:21 PM This is beautiful Connie, I can feel the love..... Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:47 AM Thank you Janis. It is comforting growing old with the love of your life. ; )

Harry Horsman June 16, 2016 at 5:07 PM Oh this is a gem,,a wonderful poem, Connie, such sincerity love it.. Connie Marcum Wong June 17, 2016 at 1:50 AM Thank you Harry. He gave me a bunch of red roses tonight so I think he appreciated my poem tho' he doesn't say much. He does say actions speak louder than words. ; )