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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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Terry Miller

Date: 4/13/2024 9:27:00 AM

Oh I do like this!

Mike Gentile
Date: 4/13/2024 9:48:00 AM

Thank you Terry!!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/3/2024 1:02:00 AM

Such a tender poem, so well written. Great imagery.

Mike Gentile
Date: 4/3/2024 4:09:00 AM

Thank you so much Victor!!

Silent One

Date: 4/1/2024 8:43:00 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.

Mike Gentile
Date: 4/1/2024 5:54:00 PM

Thank you Silent One!!

Jan Allison

Date: 4/1/2024 4:08:00 AM

aww ever the romantic Mike, this is so beautiful:-) hugs Jan xx

Mike Gentile
Date: 4/1/2024 5:44:00 AM

Thank you Jan xxoo

Tom Cunningham

Date: 3/31/2024 11:47:00 PM

I think you speak for us all Mike, that's all we want, to love and be loved. Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 4/1/2024 5:44:00 AM

That does seem to be true, doesn't itTom!! Thanks

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/31/2024 4:48:00 PM

magnificence in the simplicity of your words. I felt those yearnings 'to be loved and to love' is probably all most of us need when we stop and reflect. Such wisdom in your touching poem. A fave. Enjoy your evening, Sara

Mike Gentile
Date: 3/31/2024 5:35:00 PM

Thank you Sara, I hope that you had a wonderful day xxoo