Banter In the Bedroom

The cares of the world waft away like
the vague images of a forgotten dream  
when he climbs into bed beside me.  

And my comfort is found in the warmth 
of a slight up-curved smile relaxing across 
an unshaven face tickling me with a
hundred kisses as I squeal to his delight.  

A calloused hand urges the small of
my back gently forward as I fuss in 
mock protest of his boyish game.  

His eyes gleam indulgently making my 
heart swell with such regard I 
choke back joyful tears and throw 
my arms possessively around him.  

With a knowing sigh he draws me in, 
cradling me in his capable arms 
sworn to provide and protect.    

Then he buries his face in my copper-red 
hair breathing its henna scent, and 
holding me tight, he whispers my name,
swearing love that will never relent.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Callus Avatar
September 15, 2014 at 10:56 AM
This is beautiful and romantic...but should I be intruding! I will now tiptoe out again....// paul
A   Avatar
April 24, 2013 at 7:31 PM
Thvia, congratulations with your poem on Andrea's, favorite list. always~ Linda
Mannan Avatar
April 22, 2013 at 10:53 PM
Wow. Many congrats dear friend.
Makama Avatar
March 23, 2013 at 9:21 AM
beautiful poem, well written. In such a windy and snowy day, reading this piece just completes my relaxation. What a poem!
Horsman Avatar
February 4, 2013 at 2:23 PM
this is so moving, just love this poem...
Lamoureux Avatar
January 17, 2013 at 8:00 AM
Beautiful, I feel a bit like a voyeur. Lovely portrayal of a special moment.
Fraser Avatar
August 2, 2011 at 4:05 PM
Wonderful poetry Thvia, belated congratulations :)
Dufresne Avatar
December 4, 2010 at 4:37 PM
what a beauty, Thvia! Glad I read this little jewel. Congratulations on your big win...and I can see why!
Iyer Avatar
November 24, 2010 at 3:44 AM
Congratulations, lovely poem
Kendrick Avatar
November 22, 2010 at 4:22 PM
Congratulations on your win in this fine contest..Sara
Harris Avatar
November 13, 2010 at 3:16 PM
Very good poem, I could feel the passion. Congratulations.
Keogh Jr. Avatar
November 12, 2010 at 3:02 PM
Plaayful eros and a worthy winner. Congratulations to you! Regards, Gerard
R Avatar
November 11, 2010 at 12:09 AM
Wonderful love poem. Full of passion and very sweet, too:) Congrats on your big win!!:) Emilia:)
Dietrich Avatar
November 9, 2010 at 7:09 PM
This is a well deserved win. I really liked it! Luv, Andrea
Guzzi Avatar
November 9, 2010 at 5:15 PM
ahhhhh a real love story! Interesting 3/4/3/4 line layout! Congrad's on your GREAT win! Light 7 Love
La France Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 12:38 PM
Congratulations on first place in Frank's contest~~
Brown Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 11:02 AM
Congratulations on your winning write in Frank's Love Story Contest Thvia. Love,Carol
Richards Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 7:11 AM
Congratulations, Thvia on this wonderful poem! Hooray for your 1st place!!
Mehta Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 5:44 AM
Congratulations on this well deserved win, Thvia
Sweetheart Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 5:39 AM
Super congrats Thvia on your first place win in Frank's Love Story contest with this awesome and excellent entry my friend.. enjoy your top spot for a top notch poem..with luv..
Falotico Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 4:54 AM
A great pick fr 1st place..Excellent work and poetry!!!!! always Michael
K. Avatar
September 12, 2010 at 8:06 AM
This sure is a romantic & sweet poem, Thvia--had me smiling-- nikko :)
Johnson Avatar
September 11, 2010 at 5:08 PM
Great poem, Thvia. Make me lonesome for my late husband. Love, Joyce
Brown Avatar
September 9, 2010 at 2:43 PM
Enjoyed reading your impressive poetry today Thvia. Have not read for almost a week now. I had a wonderful vacation. Have a wonderful day. Love, Carol
Smalling Avatar
September 9, 2010 at 7:38 AM
May you enjoy the joy of his presence ever ... you write as sweetly as you feel; what can you not do with love?
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