Love Letter Sent To Heaven

That first moment I looked up from my desk
   To see you entering the office door
How my heart stood still; it was in arrest
   I knew I’d not be alone anymore

Piercing steel blue eyes were not stern, but warm
   Your distinguished beard framed by high cheekbones
In a daze, my work I could not perform
   You said, “Hello,” in your deep, sexy tones

Did you notice?  My eyes never left you
   From the second I saw your handsome face
Until I finally had to say, “Adieu”
   I was enchanted by your style, your grace

You were my partner, my soul mate, my love
We had what others can only dream of


*Written for my late husband.  Entry for Audrey’s 
Sentimental Love Letters contest.
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Watt Avatar
October 20, 2020 at 3:36 PM
Some beautiful sonnet writing, Carolyn. There is sadness in the loss of love, but the memories help to console us. This is a lovely account of that moment you first knew this would be the one. Hugs ~ John
Poet Avatar
May 30, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Very touching write Carolyn...THIS one also goes to my Favs......KASH
Anderson Avatar
December 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Hey Sis, sorry this is late..congrats on your Ist Place win in the contest! Very nice! How are you? Hugs, JA
Knop Avatar
November 11, 2010 at 4:38 AM
What a lovely entry and warm hearted tribute to your late husband, Carolyn! This must have been a winner in Audrey's contest! Thank you for sharing this great Sonnet with us on Soup!..Love, Gert
Shango Avatar
November 10, 2010 at 11:23 AM
So Shakespearian in rhyme, so Brownian in dramatic effect, so you in loveliness.
Dietrich Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 8:37 PM
and this one too, a sure fire winner!
Vittozzi Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 7:21 PM
Good poem. Keep writing. Check out my poems. Thanks
Nandy Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 9:22 AM
Many congratulations for this win. I am sorry for your loss. Seems like you wanted to add more after the 3rd stanza, it is painful to reminisce and your courage to go through the tunnels of love is evident in this write. Regards..Rinki
Mannan Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 4:57 AM
Wow Carolyn, this is super. Many congratulations for this win.
Crisci Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 12:28 AM
Best wishes on your win Carolyn in Audrey's contest, " Sentimental love letters." It's so hard to say goodbye to the one who was charming and warm. I am so sorry for your loss. Your tender words still ring with longing and sadness, but reminiscing these memories can be very painful. All we have is the hope for resurrection... I can imagine your joy! Thanks for your heartfelt comments. Enjoy your day. Love, Andrew.
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November 7, 2010 at 2:51 PM
just and awesome beautiful poem, Carolyn.....and thank you
Brown Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 2:08 PM
Congratulations on your win Carolyn in Audrey's contest. Wishing you the best with your writing and winning in contests. Love, Carol
K. Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 8:46 AM
coming back here Carolyn to say super congrats! this was such a deeply moving poem,& so beautifully written,no wonder it got 1st place! hugs- nikko :)
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November 7, 2010 at 6:51 AM
i'm crying, or just a few tears because you asked me to enter my piece into a contest. we won. we won because our feelings in our poetry are true feeling about real people that we really cared about. i know that sometimes you tear up i do too. thats why our friendship means so much. so this is not just a congradulations. but also a loving embrace holding you tightly. 3 seconds if that rings a bell. thank you for helping me get through my greif. my poem is an indication that i am. i love you john
Guzzi Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 6:49 AM
Perfect form for a perfect love letter! Congrad's Light & Love
Kendrick Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 6:24 AM
The contest is over and you won..Sara
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November 7, 2010 at 6:03 AM
Congrats my dear friend with this wll deserved honor. luv Michael
Neels Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 9:51 PM
Carolyn, congratulations on your win with this gem ;) really enjoyed reading your memories again~~ love Wilma
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November 6, 2010 at 9:08 PM
touching peace here Carolyn thank you for sharing Duncan
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November 6, 2010 at 8:43 PM
best wishes for the award, carolyn... well deserved! warmest, nette
Bailey Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 7:34 PM
A beautifully written and sentimental poem. Sorry for your loss.
Johnson Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 6:15 PM
But at least you had your sweet true love, It is sad but so loving. Congrtaulations on your win and thank you for your always kind comments on mine. I have been gone for three days. Just got home. Love, Joyce
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November 6, 2010 at 5:45 PM
Carolyn, I am sorry you lost your "soul mate", I dread the very thought of that happening to me. I can only imagine the despair one is thrown in when something so devastating happens. My heart goes out to you. Don't know how long ago that happens, but this letter you dedicated to him speaks volumes of your love. Be blessed in the Lord and take comfort in him always. Congrats on your 1st place win with such a beauty of a poem. Love always, Joy (Jew)
Richards Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 4:45 PM
A letter that brings tears and emotion to my eyes, Carolyn. Such lovely words of love...heartfelt, and sad. Congratulations on your win, and so honored to share this place with you. Love, Carrie
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November 6, 2010 at 3:22 PM
Dear Carolyn, Reading this made me cry. We have to be grateful for every little piece of memory of our loved ones as this life is so short..however, love is eternal. Thank you for supporting my contest. Love, Audrey
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