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.

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/27/2022 4:58:00 PM

Your poem is magnificent Thompson! Congratulations on your deserving first place win. Blessings xxoo

Thompson Emate
Date: 8/27/2022 8:08:00 PM

Thank you, Connie. It's an honour,

Eve Roper

Date: 8/27/2022 4:19:00 PM

Great stanzas of what love is all very important. Congratulations on your win.

Thompson Emate
Date: 8/27/2022 8:06:00 PM

Thank yuo, Eve. I'm honoured.

Susan Woodrow

Date: 8/27/2022 8:50:00 AM

Beautiful win! You have highlighted all that love is and why all should wish to fetch from its boundless stream :)

Thompson Emate
Date: 8/27/2022 10:53:00 AM

Thank you, Susan. It's an honour.

Brian Sambourne

Date: 8/27/2022 8:05:00 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

Thompson Emate
Date: 8/27/2022 10:52:00 AM

Thank you, Brian. I appreciate your lovely comments.