If Only

If only I could soar across the multifarious stars,
Dream of love and romance,
And maybe plant a seed on each and every-one.

If only I could walk the boundless ocean,
A breathless pull and richly pleased of its bestowment,
And maybe savor each briny tear

If only I could be beneath the lapis sky, 
Hear the cry of every newborn baby's first breath,
And maybe I might share the love of each.

If only I could embrace the world under fervent heaven, 
Grace it with a garden paradise brimming with life,
And maybe spend hours abreast it's paternal growth.

If only I could soar across the multifarious stars,
Walk the boundless ocean,
Be beneath the lapis sky,
Embrace the world under fervent heaven, 

Or

Sometimes just be myself

8/1/2020


If Only, Maybe, Sometimes Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Silent One
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Kauffman Avatar
August 9, 2020 at 10:11 AM
Ah, the "if only's" of a life that longs to reach out and change the world with love - something you have done just by being you with your wonderful poem! Congratulations on your win! hugs and blessings to you dear friend!
Mishra Avatar
August 8, 2020 at 2:19 AM
This is so soothing and delicately penned Eve. Congratulations on your win. Much love :)
Mumo Avatar
August 6, 2020 at 9:29 PM
A powerfully theme-condensing closing stanza. Well, I'd say it's a lot better to be your true, unadulterated self...though the idyllic lapis azure's heights and the deep's briny fathoms do honestly sound like far temptingly kinkier treats, too!
Deepa Avatar
August 6, 2020 at 8:41 AM
Such delicate wishes dear Eve mam.:-) Loved your wonderful Muse.Congratulations on your win.:-)Keep inspiring.Take care.Much love:-)
Andresen Avatar
August 5, 2020 at 11:29 AM
- No matter how you turn it around, well done is much better than well said, dear Eve :) - A lovely poem :) - Congratulations on your win - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
One Avatar
August 5, 2020 at 8:06 AM
If only life was so simple, how beautiful it would be.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Dietrich Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 2:39 PM
you took that theme and SOARED with it. Wait till you see what I did with it. OH boy!! I bet yours will skyrocket to a top placement.
Michael Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 9:05 AM
If only...If only...I am stuck right here...All the best Eve
Hinshaw Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 6:55 AM
Splendid write, Eve! Well-deserving of a top win in the contest. Best of luck - Bob
Mcintosh Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 6:14 AM
Yes..if only I could be myself, who I do hope I can be. I love your words dear friend. Many prayers and blessings, Gina
Trifiatis Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 3:14 AM
An extraordinary poem that lifts one's soul to heaven dearest, Eve! Hugs xxx
Krutsinger Avatar
August 1, 2020 at 10:15 PM
To “share the love of each newborn” - what a fantastic thought Eve. The entire poem is beautiful.
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