Manel Gunatillake Poet Free verse

He Is a Rock In the Ocean of Life

15th March , Can you remember this day 
“What?” he asked “why today?”
 Our wedding anniversary,
He has forgotten as usual, I laughed. 

Heard these questions thirty six times in the past

Like a peacock he never danced in the rain
No love songs sung no poems delivered
No chocolates or flowers for any birthdays 
Candle light dinners? I cannot remember any dates 

He is a Rock in the ocean of life

He never wipes my tears or cuddles me when I am in fear
But taught me how to hold them back and to be brave instead
Lift me from my fall and kept on an elevator
Paved my path not with gold but with fine sand

Showed me how to cast off the thorns in my path

He is a man of principals, and a walking encyclopedia
Romance is not in his blood, pettiness is his enemy
Gave me everything I need in this material world plus
Security, strength and wisdom a woman to sustain

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Timothy Hicks May 20, 2013 at 5:25 PM To answer your question about Haiku 30... you are technically correct. Haiku is supposed to be about nature and seasons... when the poem refers to modern day stuff like computers, radios, human issues etc... it should be called "senryu"... though for reasons unknown I always just label them Haiku even if they are leaning more towards Senryu... I'm stuck in my OCD ways, at times... hahaha...

Richard Lamoureux May 18, 2013 at 8:07 AM Not what young girls dream of but I feel your love none the less. There is an odd beauty to these words, I will ponder them. Thanks for sharing. Your poetic soul has probably touched him in ways that are beyond his ability to express. It sounds like his love language is acts of service and by providing for you and your family he is expressing that love. It is great that you recognize that and love him all the more. Manel Gunatillake May 18, 2013 at 10:28 AM Thank you for your encouraging words. Yes I love him and his soul. Thank you Richard

Timothy Hicks May 17, 2013 at 11:54 PM I really enjoyed this unorthodox love poem. Romance is a spark to some, but many just aren't built that way. I know my dad has never once remembered a specific holiday (he forgets everyone's birthdays including his own). Your husband seems to have things in pretty good condition though... we all have different ways of showing our affection. Heartfelt write! Manel Gunatillake May 18, 2013 at 12:58 AM Thank you Timothy,

Demetrios Trifiatis May 15, 2013 at 11:43 AM It is a sad truth that although a romantic heart may elevate our spirits, an empty stomach can throw us in despair! Beautiful writing with a strong message! Manel Gunatillake May 15, 2013 at 8:27 PM yes my Demetrios friend It can apply vice versa too. Thank you for your inspiring comment. love manel

Ravi Sathasivam May 14, 2013 at 9:00 PM "Lift me from my fall and kept on an elevator Paved my path not with gold but with fine sand..." Very deep and thoughtful write. You are a beautiful writer Manel. Enjoyed your poem. Excellent. Tfs Manel Gunatillake May 15, 2013 at 12:18 AM Thank you Ravi

Poet Destroyer A May 14, 2013 at 4:14 PM and in this world we turn to security, a man who is in such tact with his principles tends to not know how to express such romance but I'm sure it's there and a surprise he will give you, enjoyed your write p.d. Manel Gunatillake May 15, 2013 at 12:21 AM Thank you PD. Probably. Love and hugs