Eileen Manassian Poet Free verse

Hold Back

Hold back, Little Heart,                             
Hold back the deluge of love
That threatens to gush out
From your portals
Hold back!
 
The object of your affection
May only require sprinkles
Tiny showers
Droplets of those emotions
That you keep in store
Hold Back!
 
The flood of your feelings
That could drench him to the core
Could also drown him
If he is not strong enough to swim
In your boundless sea
Hold back!
 
Though overwhelmed, Little Heart
Hold Back!
Know that you will not perish
With the weight of the love you bear
Keep it in check
Till one who is worthy
Gently knocks on your door
Who having tasted the droplets,
Comes thirsty for more.
 
Then let the floodgates go, Little Heart
Don’t hold back...one tiny drop
Set the pent up torrents free
And in that flood of passion
You will find your release!

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Lynn Marie April 10, 2017 at 9:45 PM So uplifting with a fantastic message. I love the passion of your words, almost feels like a plea, learned sadly from hindsight and you are sharing your wisdom with others to just please...wait ...it is worth it. The "Little Heart" is endearing. I am so glad this is on the feature page, I know you are a wonderful talent and from your comments on poets I too read, I know you have a lovely spirit and beautiful heart. I look forward to reading more of your poetry. You are inspiring..thank you xxx

Laura Breidenthal March 15, 2015 at 12:27 AM I LOVE this one! Favorited! That third stanza is great! The whole thing is great rally. I think this poem speaks of endurance and patience when it comes to love. Beautiful work! Very cleverly written. I really admire your work; it draws me in with ease. The passion is irresistible. Always, Laura