Love Is

Love is sacrificial, 
It gives all without holding back,
It stands to defend,
Putting itself on the line.

Love is a traveller,
It goes on miles to seek the desired,
It journeys with the beloved,
Distance is not a barrier.

Love bears every circumstance,
Thorns and thistles fraught,
Briers and nettles abound,
It stays close through thick and thin.

Love is a comforter,
It heals deep cuts and wounds,
It’s a solace for the bereaved,
It’s a prop for the troubled.

Love is an upholder,
It lifts from the basest level,
It carries on eagle's wings,
It channels positive energies.

Love is a boundless stream,
 Unpolluted and undefiled,
Sufficient for all who want to fetch,
Available in a serene flow.





August 20, 2022.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Marcum Wong Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 4:58 PM
Your poem is magnificent Thompson! Congratulations on your deserving first place win. Blessings xxoo
Emate Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 8:08 PM
Thank you, Connie. It's an honour,
Roper Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 4:19 PM
Great stanzas of what love is all very important. Congratulations on your win.
Emate Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 8:06 PM
Thank yuo, Eve. I'm honoured.
Woodrow Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 8:50 AM
Beautiful win! You have highlighted all that love is and why all should wish to fetch from its boundless stream :)
Emate Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 10:53 AM
Thank you, Susan. It's an honour.
Sambourne Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 8:05 AM
Superb metaphors that capture the varied nuances + features of love. Congratulations on posting such an excellent poem that invites reader reflection. Best wishes, Brian
Emate Avatar
August 27, 2022 at 10:52 AM
Thank you, Brian. I appreciate your lovely comments.
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