Her Eyes

Her eyes were as beautiful as they could be
A puppy dog’s frown looking back at me

As they smiled they truly danced with life
Those big brown eyes of my beautiful wife

I sat behind glass as they filled with tears
Scared and alone her eyes danced with fear

The depth of her eyes expressed all of the pain
Dancing all around me I could feel their shame

But when they met mine these words are true
Beauty of their love broke me completely into

I gazed into her eyes into the depths of her soul
Lost up inside those eyes I had found my goal

It totally broke my spirit as I realized her pain
The thought of it drove me completely insane

Over sixty months later when mine got set free
Can you guess what eyes were waiting for me?

Two beautiful eyes that were so deep and brown
Now had a beautiful sparkling puppy dog frown

They also had a sternness I had never seen
Saying the only way to us is by staying clean

All these years later, eyes still as deep as a well
I am still lost in their beauty, bound to their spell

Telling me good morning as we start another day 
Her eyes shine with so much love in a beautiful way

Sometimes in life we try to be all that we can be
I didn’t pick her eyes because her eyes picked me

I am lost in the treasure of her beauty and grace
I reckon beautiful eyes deserve a beautiful face

Expanding on her beautiful eyes that mirror her soul
Is no less than my life’s honor and a beautiful goal

Written for Sami's contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Devonshire Avatar
April 26, 2009 at 7:32 PM
How awesome it must be to have such a love, MJ! She is your inspiration and this beautiful poem "mirrors her soul." Love, Carolyn
Shango Avatar
April 24, 2009 at 8:07 AM
Truly spoken from a heart of love, a fine tribute and I wish it well in the contest ... what a masteful tribute, I love it!
Reynolds Avatar
April 23, 2009 at 11:26 AM
P.S-I just noticed you were n't on my fave poets list! you are now. :) XO
Reynolds Avatar
April 23, 2009 at 11:25 AM
My goodness, Michael, how blessed she is to have such a man. Honestly, do you know how amazing you are? i hope so. This poem shows your heart and soul. And thank you beyond words for gracing ym poem with your comment today; i know you know. Overcoming and choosing light over dark is a blessing beyond measure. you know, and i love that you know. :) It makes us kindred spirits indeed. many blessings always, love, Kristin
Chamma Avatar
April 23, 2009 at 5:37 AM
A great write Micheal..Beautiful discription...Beautiful sensation... =) Sami is a very good friend of mine...He and I are in the same school...He has a great mind and a wonderful heart =) anyways...Take good care Mike... Always, Farah
Anderson Avatar
April 23, 2009 at 5:37 AM
micheal, i pray that i can find what this beautiful poem conveys. you, my friend, are a supreme talent.
Mckenzie Avatar
April 20, 2009 at 3:49 PM
Wow Michael sheer joy to read You have humbled yourself to her eyes!I can feel the deep devotion you two share for one another! How lovely keep it forever that way! Love Laura :)
Richards Avatar
April 20, 2009 at 12:45 PM
The love for your dear wife with each poem , is so touching, so filled with devotion....it is so heart warming to know that love like this exists in this troubled world, Michael. To honor her this way shows you have both been given something so special, it must be destiny...a gift from God. A lovely entry for Sami's contest. .....Love, Carrie
Winter Avatar
April 20, 2009 at 11:54 AM
It is so easy to see the love you portray is undeniable in its truth and beauty. Another amazing tribute to your beautiful wife and the rare and special love you will share forever. Want to repeat a comment I wrote on Christie's poem, that fairy tales do come true, and right here, and every time you write a poem about the love you share, is proof positive. Good luck in the contest Michael. Love, Shar YF4L xoxo
Frazier Avatar
April 20, 2009 at 9:42 AM
excellent flow. beautiful description of love that is truly shared. i was quickly caught up in this piece and remember the eyes are the window to the soul. this is really a great read. best wishes always!!!!!
Higgins Avatar
April 20, 2009 at 9:09 AM
I love theis piece..i just kept on seeing those eyes as I read. You brought me into this poem very well. Good work and best wishes.
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