I Don't Mind

In the realm of your loving arms, I find my sanctuary,
A haven where the world's din and chaos flee,
I don't care about the whispers of the crowd,
For with you, my love, my heart is proud.

As long as you love me, babe, I'm free,
Everything else is but a story, lost in the sea,
Of your tender touch, your gentle care,
All else disappears, and I'm left with you, bare.

It's not the gold that shines, nor the hue of your skin,
Nor the attire that adorns you, my love within,
It's the way you make me feel, the warmth of your heart,
That draws me in, and never lets me part.

With you, I'm home, in every sense of the word,
A place where love resides, and my soul is stirred,
I don't care what others say, or the path we may take,
As long as I'm with you, our love will never break.

Even in the lion's den, or the darkest of pits,
With you by my side, I'd brave the fiercest of hits,
Under the bridge, or in the stormy night,
With you, my love, I'd find the light.

All I want is to be your man, to stand by your side,
To hold your hand, and ride life's tide,
You're everything I've ever needed, my guiding star,
The secret I hide, the passion that's near and far.

Even if the world goes against me, I'd face the test,
Knowing you're there, my love, I'd find my best,
In your eyes, my heart finds a home,
With you, my love, I am never alone.

You're the melody that soothes my soul,
The rhythm that makes my heart whole,
You're the missing piece that makes me complete,
With you, my love, my heart skips a beat.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 14, 2025 at 3:21 AM
returning to congratulate you on your POTM designation.
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 14, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Thank you
Seeker Avatar
September 11, 2025 at 5:20 AM
Wow! What a lovely love poem. Warmest congratulations on POTW
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Thank you
Firlotte Avatar
September 9, 2025 at 9:34 AM
What a lovely and touching poem. I was brought to the edge of tears reading it. Thank you, and blessings to you.
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 9, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Thank you so much
Rodgers Avatar
September 8, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Hello Panashe, Congrats on POTD and for the love you give your wife! Your voice comes through so genuinely here, especially in how you celebrate love that goes beyond surface things. There's a warmth and authenticity that makes this feel like a real love letter to life itself, not just to one person. Excellent! Blessings, Panashe, Daniel
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 8, 2025 at 10:59 AM
Thank you so much my brother. I really love her so much .
Nicole Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 7:40 PM
That's true love, indeed. Your thoughts hold many emotions within, softly spoken from the heart. So beautiful and tender. Congratulations Panashe, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 8, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Thank you so much
Goldsmith Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Congratulations on your "I Don't Mind"  POTW win. What a loving tribute to your wife. Hope you printed this off and gave it to her. Have a wonderful day/weekend with your win..............
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Thank , I will print it and give it to her
Etgen-Baker Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 5:06 AM
a loving tribute to your wife...impressive romance poem. Congrats on a well deserved POTW designation.
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Thank you
Edmonds  Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Lovely romantic poetry Panashe, congratulations on having received the honour of poem of the week… Beryl
Chigwedere  Avatar
September 7, 2025 at 9:19 AM
Thank you so much
Davies Avatar
September 4, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Just excellent! I'm impressed. Bravo!
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