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Unquenchable Desire

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This poem explores the relentless pull of longing and the intoxicating power of desire. Writing in the ABC format allowed me to build a steady, escalating rhythm, mirroring the intensity of emotions that grow with each line. The theme is a departure from my usual subjects, making it both a challenge and an intriguing venture into passion’s darker, more obsessive side. Love, after all, is not always gentle—it can be a fire that refuses to be extinguished.

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Anything is possible for me, so here's my take But I must warn you, it's a topic that's quite risque Can't resist her, though she's out of reach Desire burns inside, an itch I cannot breach Every thought consumed by this love beyond compare Fantasies and daydreams, I simply cannot bear Great lengths I'll go, just to be close to her Hungering for her touch, an insatiable hunger In my mind, she's always there Just out of reach, but I do not despair Kisses, caresses, all just a dream Longing for her embrace, nothing is as it seems My heart beats fast at the mere mention of her name No matter what I do, this desire cannot be tamed Overwhelmed by the intensity of my passion Perhaps one day we'll be together, no longer a mere abstraction Quietly I wait for that moment to come Restless, yearning, until the day I can call her my own Savoring every thought of her, I cannot resist The feeling of being near her, something I cannot dismiss Unwavering love for her, beyond what others may know Vividly dreaming of a future where our love can finally show With every fiber of my being, I yearn for her touch Xtatic with desire, a feeling that is almost too much Yearning, aching, until the day I can finally have her Zealously pursuing a love that will last forever.

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Date: 2/12/2025 1:27:00 AM
Well written Joel. Like the ABC format and it fits your poem very well. Can feel the intensity here. I have been there when I was much younger but it never panned out.
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Date: 2/12/2025 4:58:00 AM
It gives me great pleasure to read your comment. However, it saddens me that it never panned out for you. I appreciate the time you took to read and comment. It is always lovely to hear positive comments. I now know the poem has not been brushed aside. Thank you, Oliver.

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