Unconditional

I want to purify 
my love for you,
cleanse it
of all expectations,
of all desires,
of all that is about me,

until it runs clear 
like spring water
that I pour for you
when you are thirsty,
without asking 
anything in return,

and you can
accept it from me 
without second thoughts,
as you do not question
the spring that flows
in unconditional abundance.


From my new collection The Eden of Perhaps (Spartan Press, 2020)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Goff Avatar
March 14, 2022 at 9:04 AM
This is lovely Agnes, you are lovely...
Mcgee Avatar
May 13, 2020 at 8:05 AM
as love should be. wonderful words Agnes.
Gauthier Avatar
March 6, 2020 at 8:07 PM
A FAVE for me. Absolutely beautiful, Agnes.
Dietrich Avatar
February 12, 2020 at 3:35 PM
wow, what an excellent metaphor for unconditional love. Too much murky water in today's world.
Radhakrishna Avatar
January 29, 2020 at 5:34 AM
Simple common words to convey a beautiful thought. My favourite sort of poetry.
Chiri Avatar
January 28, 2020 at 1:32 PM
Agnes what a beautiful write! Congrats on your top win!;)
Watt Avatar
January 24, 2020 at 2:51 PM
Agnes, a wonderful write and a beautiful message. If only the world were filled with this kind of love, what a wonderful place it would be. Well done, and congrats on your placement in Brian's contest. ~ John
Krampe Avatar
January 24, 2020 at 3:23 PM
Thank you for your kind words, John.
Ibeh Avatar
January 24, 2020 at 1:09 PM
Well-done! Heartiest congratulations on your win, Agnes:-) Again, welcome back!
Krampe Avatar
January 24, 2020 at 3:07 PM
Thank you, Edward
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