I Wait

Shadows of yesterday eclipse reality,
but in hope lies my dreams;
mired in doubt and frustration, I'm left waiting.
Waiting for love's elusive touch, indulging in pleasures
that are never enough; always wanting more,
and as fledgling feelings flex
impatient wings; I wait.

When desire suddenly morphs into lust,
and love is consigned to dreams;
it means the lies have won
and I'm left waiting
for a better tomorrow; so close,
and yet, still, I wait.

Failure deflates inflated egos,
allowing time for thoughts to gestate.
Happiness can't thrive chained to tears,
and trust is essential to make love real;
so, I wait.

It doesn't help to cry when steeped in hurt,
for this too, will pass,
and I'll do what I've always done;
wipe away my tears, and wait.

My whole life is spent waiting;
waiting for that perfect someone, the right moment,
the time, the inclination,
and the willpower to do something;
anything; other than wait!

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Line Gauthier

Date: 5/26/2018 8:39:00 PM

Lovely moment of introspection, Emile.

Emile Pinet
Date: 5/27/2018 7:42:00 AM

Thanks Line, I appreciate your support my friend, Emile.

Rhonda Johnson-Saunders

Date: 2/15/2017 9:38:00 PM

So sad, Emile. I hope there's a silver lining. It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words, but not in this case. Your words are so much more powerful and expressive...Congrats on another win with this deep verse...hugs, Rhonda

Emile Pinet
Date: 2/16/2017 7:50:00 AM

Thanks Rhonda, it is always a pleasure to hear from you my friend, Emile.

Beautiful Scars

Date: 2/15/2017 9:34:00 AM

loved this poem Emile--sometimes waiting is the hardest thing, especially when all we want is someone to touch and hold...thank you and congrats :)-luloo

Emile Pinet
Date: 2/15/2017 9:51:00 AM

Thanks Laura, for the placement in your contest...it was my pleasure to participate with so many talented poets, Emile.

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/3/2016 10:07:00 PM

again, thank you for the reply

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 2/3/2016 3:29:00 AM

Emile, Congratulations, on your awesome win. LOVE LINDA

Emile Pinet
Date: 2/3/2016 9:32:00 AM

Thanks so much LINDA, your comments are always appreciated. Emile.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 1/29/2016 2:29:00 AM

Lovely poem n win Emile.. big congrats!

Emile Pinet
Date: 1/29/2016 8:14:00 AM

Thanks Upma, I appreciate your unwavering support. Emile.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/28/2016 11:23:00 PM

such a fine write deserving a win, emile.. congrats and huggs

Emile Pinet
Date: 1/29/2016 8:14:00 AM

Thanks Nette, I appreciate your support. Emile.

Beautiful Scars

Date: 1/28/2016 1:21:00 PM

Emile.."It doesn't help to cry, though my heart's steeped in hurt, I’ll do what I’ve always done... wipe away my tears and wait, for this heartache too will pass, in time." I love this verse..well done congrats on your placement :) *smiles*

Emile Pinet
Date: 1/28/2016 2:57:00 PM

Thanks so much Laura, I truly appreciate your support. Emile.