It Must Be So

Sooth this irrational rage resplendent in its affliction
See through the foolish drawls that make up my surrounding core
Understand I see each flaw of mine in light of your brilliance
Not to compare yours to my worth as wretches do thrash in vain,
But to mold along your own tapestries,
And rightfully, in threads of gold, sustain 

Oh, can it be as I request your stay,
That you are truly aware of the magic in your poetic sway
Of a life so drawn to the scaffolds of your welcoming mind
To see its dream, structure, and its whole, combined

It must be so, oh enthralling writer,
That we see through lenses reflecting all shimmers of might
Sifting and searching beneath all shades of blue
To find our reflections have touched surfaces we still yet discover
Within myself and you

And my love, it must be so,
That in your makings, your labors, your loves
I find myself not only nearer, but clearer,
As this budding rose no longer wavers in irksome winds of her doubt
Tremoring in such loathsome drawls birthed by some distant, parched earth
You, in your magic, cultivate and reward such growth
So that this rose ever rejoices her new mirth,
And with your sure, steadfast direction,
Out the very canals that gush your soul’s purpose
You seed her worth, feed her worth, and know her worth
Just as she worships yours
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Beaufort Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 8:29 AM
In art history, painters and sculptors have always made copies of others' work and made it their own. We have a very strange view of this when it comes to music and the written word. We are all in this together--part of the same weave. Your work happens to be only fantastic. A real pleasure to read for some reason. I honestly can't completely explain it. There is something magic in the expressions and images you select that draws us in. I hope you take pleasure in your own self worth.
Breidenthal Avatar
November 5, 2015 at 12:16 PM
This is a special comment, dear!! It really boosts my confidence when I get feedback like this. I am extremely glad that you enjoy reading these poems. ~Laura
Roper Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 6:33 PM
Wonderfully written poem, Laura, a 7!
Breidenthal Avatar
November 3, 2015 at 1:38 AM
Thanks Eve ^-^ ~Laura
Bordner Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 12:49 PM
There is such a soothing dignity in this poem of love Laura, I just had to feel, and see it in my mind and heart again today. "Of a life so drawn to the scaffolds of your welcoming mind, to see it's dream, structure, and whole combined..." this is invigorating love...J.A.B.
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November 2, 2015 at 5:43 PM
I just love your mind and heart, Justin...have a beautiful rest of the day. :) ~Laura
Bordner Avatar
November 1, 2015 at 7:06 PM
Love without worship is blood without warmth, from the woman I love I receive magic's breath. "That in your makings, your labors, your loves I find myself not only nearer but clearer..." this be truly love's reward. This be a masterpiece of Love! I love this poem Laura, it's spirit shimmers in my eyes...J.A.B. A FAV!!!
Breidenthal Avatar
November 1, 2015 at 8:30 PM
Knowing each other's worth and warmth in light of love reduces pain, rage and doubt, sweet Justin... Your beautiful heart is like none other, and you are magic in its most intriguing form! ~Laura
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