Love

What is it with Love
That makes me
then breaks me? 

When in love
Do I truly love? 

Is it really love
Or do I think that I love? 

Maybe I just love being in love
Or love the idea of being in love? 

I spent my whole life chasing love.
In the end the one thing I truly love 
Could just be the meir pursuit of love.

Author's Note: ‘meir’ in hebrew (m’r) means 'that which burns brightly, that which illuminates'. 
This poem was Inspired by the viewing of Satoshi Kon's ‘Millenium Actress’
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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December 21, 2011 at 6:46 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry this morning Ellissa. Wishing you a New Year filled with inspiration and the best to you in your writing endeavors whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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