Unrequited Love

The palpitations of my heart
have gone wild
I am consumed
with the thoughts of you my beloved...

I am imprisoned
wash away my sin
for nothing removes the taste of you
my unrequited love...

Perhaps we should act
the part of lovers
even through rose colored glasses
chasing an elusive dream...

Is there a difference
between love and obsession?
am I consumed with your skin
is this love?

Is this the beginning of our forever?
for I burn inside for you
for to keep it quiet
would be the greatest punishment..

If our love
is an unrequited love
even then
it is a colorful rainbow...
~ ~ ~
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Makama Avatar
April 20, 2015 at 8:29 AM
Good work and an unbelievable level of talent shown here. I will definitely come checking more of your work.
Deschler Avatar
February 22, 2015 at 1:06 AM
It is easier sometimes to imagine that love is real instead of knowing the painful truth. I have done this before, but the outcome still hurt... I hope you catch that elusive dream and can hold it tight. Beautifully expressed, Ken!
Relish Avatar
February 19, 2015 at 11:13 PM
an unrequited love indeed for she lives in you near or apart.. nice pen..
Manassian Avatar
February 19, 2015 at 6:11 PM
Lovely, Ken....You are consumed with love for her...it shows in all your writes.
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