Simple Yearnings

Simple yearnings are the only ones I’ve ever known
                   Gentle as the sparrow’s wing forever having flown
Easy as the summer sun that rises in the sky
                 Just to be loved and to love for dreamers such as I
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De Beaulieu Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 11:18 AM
Hello Mike, I like this poem. yearning for love. yes many of us do yearn for love. My fav. Enjoy your Friday& Weekend. Happy Friday. /Darlene/
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May 10, 2024 at 12:09 PM
Hello Mike, thank you Mike. I will . Wishing youa gferewatr weekend. xxxxoo/Darlene/
Gentile Avatar
May 10, 2024 at 11:51 AM
Happy Friday Darlene and a great weekend to you xxoo
Miller Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 9:27 AM
Oh I do like this!
Gentile Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 9:48 AM
Thank you Terry!!
Buhagiar Avatar
April 3, 2024 at 1:02 AM
Such a tender poem, so well written. Great imagery.
Gentile Avatar
April 3, 2024 at 4:09 AM
Thank you so much Victor!!
One Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 8:43 AM
Your poem is a poignant reflection on the timeless desire for love and connection, expressed with simplicity and elegance. It reminds us to cherish the simple pleasures of life and to embrace the beauty of love in all its forms.
Gentile Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 5:54 PM
Thank you Silent One!!
Allison Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 4:08 AM
aww ever the romantic Mike, this is so beautiful:-) hugs Jan xx
Gentile Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 5:44 AM
Thank you Jan xxoo
Cunningham Avatar
March 31, 2024 at 11:47 PM
I think you speak for us all Mike, that's all we want, to love and be loved. Tom
Gentile Avatar
April 1, 2024 at 5:44 AM
That does seem to be true, doesn't itTom!! Thanks
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