Best Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve Poems
So Glad We Can Finally Meet, Carolyn Devonshire
By Rick Rucker
Entry in the "First Words Over Coffee" contest
I am glad that we can finally meet,
I love your poetry, and your comments, sweet,
You seem a woman that loves hard,
Not surprising from so talented a bard,
You seem to wear your Heart on your sleeve,
A surefire formula to grieve,
You seem so open, with no regret,
A way that I would like to get,
You were a source of fascination,
Meeting you, a revelation!
Life and love were disappointing
As you searched for a brand new start
And then this desperado came
And stole your quickly beating heart
The years flew by, those days and nights
As wants and dreams we'd see unfold
Through the ups, downs and sideways
We found ourselves start to grow old
You wear your heart on your sleeve
And let me know what's on your mind
I'm more reserved and bottle up
Feelings of which I'm consigned
Because you are so much younger
I'm concerned that you'll be happy
And hope you'll always think of me
As your lover and not your pappy!
I awake and i see the sunrise just as you do.
But at times i feel these clouds cover my mind.
My desire fades and i long to sleep.
Why won't you come and lay beside me?
I feel like it's time to save someone.
To save myself.
Come.
Place your hand in my hand.
Wear your heart on your sleeve.
I guarantee that i will guard it with my life.
Can't you see that i'm here to serve my purpose?
Born an bred an optimist.
I became a chosen pessimist.
I wandered down a broken path.
Unbreak my heart.
I'll show you something that will last.
Forever.
Take a breath.
This is all that i have left.
Broken promises have left me scarred.
Tragedy has locked me behind these iron bars.
Come set me free.
Give me something to believe in and i'll show you a bleeding heart.
Full of passion.
My patience has worn thin. I've been abandoned.
Lead astray.
Now take my hand.
Let's walk this way.
You are the sun and you are the stars that wipe away the clouds.
You are the drug that keeps me calm and sane.
A light in this darkened world.
The Hell i have created for myself.
The trials and tribulations that have left me scathed.
All the times i have been betrayed.
Trust lost.
I know you are not the same.
Trust in me as i have trusted in you.
I'll take your hand and no longer tremble in fear.
I'm not asking for much.
Just for a few moments to pick up the pieces.
The clock is ticking.
Distance has separated itself from me.
As you draw near i have nothing to fear but fear itself.
What is there to believe?
Have faith.
Find hope.
Believe in something.
Someone.
Do something with the cards you have been dealt.
Make a move.
The only thing you have to lose is time.
A restless soul.
Sleepless nights have taken their toll.
Break the cycle.
This is our time to pursue the hopes and dreams you have held close.
The hour glass is spilling.
Look me in the eyes.
This is our time to rise.
You are a friendly face in the crowd.
Hear my heart beat loud.
You have repaired the damage.
Let's take advantage of the time placed in front of us.
Wear your heart on your sleeve
And continue on with your life
Your world is surrounded by clouds
Filled with confusion and strife
Your mother may be gone
But, you have to find a way to carry on
Never forget what she taught you
Pick yourself up and be heartstrong
************ Puppy love Vs True Love ************
What an interesting journey it is
Thinking you know what love means
Feelings not familiar create desire deep within
Curiosity leads you naively to wear your heart on your sleeve
Life’s lessons whispered “Puppy Love” her echoes still dwell within
For all who are wise feel compelled to share their love tales “saying”
What you experiencing are mere waves in a vast ocean
Humbled by your embrace my true love
You my moon and I your sun
Our currents move in harmonic motion
Two souls intertwined reliving chemistry
Reminiscing times far older than our hosts at this time
Perfect balance in togetherness before, beyond in all eternity
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Let Them Judge You
When you stand up and speak for the things you believe,
Or you show what you feel; wear your heart on your sleeve.
When your thoughts and opinions don’t follow the crowd,
And you’re brutally honest and say it out loud…
Let them judge you.
When you work extra hours for no extra pay,
To ensure the job’s done by the end of the day.
When you cover a colleague who’s often off sick,
Or tolerate bosses who get on your wick…
Let them judge you.
When you finally snap cos it’s all got too tough,
And you throw in the towel and shout, “I’ve had enough!”
When you storm off and leave everyone in a daze,
Muttering and commenting about your odd ways…
Let them judge you.
Let them judge and opinionate, gossip and label.
Let them do everything better than you, if they’re able.
Let them build you up, put you down, doubt your ability.
Let them chatter and natter with puerile hostility…
Let them judge you.
You know who you are, for greater or lesser.
No need to retort or to be the aggressor.
Their thoughts, words and deeds will judge them in turn.
They are feeble, and immature and not your concern.
Every time I see you my heart starts to race
when you try to pretend, just to save face
I know you feel the way that I do
cause I'm weird and clumsy just like you
You're tall and beautiful with rhythms and curls
with a beauty inside not seen in most girls
you wear your heart on your sleeve, and try to hide from me
but your feelings are obvious and plain to see
don't worry what others might think or say
because to me you're perfect in every way.
February fourteenth, is not rare for love true to be shared.
In the middle ages they believe to wear your heart on your sleeve.
It could be said, this is the day for the most brilliant of colors red.
A special romantic person acknowledges you this day is most certain.
A day for love, in everyway is to be in full display on this glorious day.
Acceptance at a request, Be MY Valentine, is one of loves greatest conquest.
Many are born with a silver spoon in the mouth
Some are just not happy of their birth
If one rightly thinks of how time flies in south
You will be grateful for thy breath
Keeping all hope only in enjoyment
Is a scam to blindfold one into over thinking
Possibly getting heart ready for deployment
To how his time could kick the bucket and go shrinking
Leave aside the shadow of thy former self
And wear your heart on your sleeve
Then you will joyfully swing the tough
Count your blessings and joys you will retrieve
Heart rejoices to the piece of cake at hand
Than the birds in bush, so show gratitude's grand
And everyone's chance of receiving more will expand
Don’t wear your heart on your sleeve
People wont understand what they see
Don’t leave your heart at someone’s feet
For that’s no place for it to be
Carry your heart before you
In the palm of your hand
And consult it every day
On those things for which you must take a stand
Your heart is half of you
But only half
But only half (C) 1986 Susan Manley
Lessons from the matchmaker
My eyes have seen the unimaginable
So horrible that they've kept me up for weeks
The whispers and screams of a loved one
The child's tears stream down, resulting a weep
Running to grab an outstretched arm
Only to fail and fall to your death
Screaming for one who will not come
And dying as you breathe your last breath
Knowing that you will never be loved
And you wear your heart on your sleeve
And only to be take advantage of
While you die inside as you watch them leave
None has felt a pain like this
And no one will ever know
How painful this life lesson is
To not let emotions show
Live life to its fullest
Seize the moments along the way
Live your best life…be your best self
Elevate the everyday.
Make a positive impression on others
Don’t fret too much…go with the flow
Offer inspiration and consolation when needed
Be authentic; leave a trail of magic wherever you go.
Embark on the next step of your journey
It’s time to make your move
Where will your footprints lead?
Tell people “watch me” and then get into your groove.
Acknowledge and appreciate your fabulousness
Dream on…have faith and believe
Love without limits…listen to your heart
It’s ok to wear your heart on your sleeve.
Live every day with an open heart
Unique experiences are waiting for you
Welcome the adventures that come your way
Appreciate and love what you do.
Hold fast to what is good
Even when it rains, there will be sunshine when the rain goes away
Find your moment of sunshine
Transform your life in a positive way.
Be a peace seeker… be a peace maker
Remember it’s wonderful to be kind
Be socially conscious and respectful to others
Have a generous heart, a brave spirit, and a clever mind.
Dance to your own songs
Make the most of each and every day
Think enthusiastically about your future
Dream like nothing stands in your way.
Helping to change one’s life can last a lifetime
When you give freely, you grow
You will be everything to the right someone
Choosing to support others can help you find your flow.
Remember that you are an original
Make each day count because when they’re gone, they’re gone
Life…make your mark
Give praise and thanks every day and LIVE ON!
Guard your heart.
Don't give love away or the pain will smart and
your heart will fray..
Don't serve your heart on an open tray or some
may come and cart pieces away..
Keep open your heart to give and receive but
be smart and weed those there to deceive..
If you always wear your heart on your sleeve,
you may lose parts that you'll never retrieve..
Love is war but it’s worth the scar
Love is defined by who we are
Go after it with all of your might
See it to the end and never give up the fight
Don’t loose to fear or succumb to loves combat
I know deep down your stronger than that
Meet your opponent on the open field
Wear your heart on your sleeve as your own shield
Take them down don’t run and hide
Beat them off with your feelings from inside
Don’t loose to fear or succumb to loves combat
I know deep down your stronger than that
If your love is true fate will win at the end of the day
Your sweetheart will run to you in there own way
Why would you give up on the one you love
Defeat who ever stands in your way and thank god up above
Don’t loose to fear or succumb to loves combat
I know deep down your stronger than that
Don't let tomorrow turn into NEVER!
Launch yourself on that next ENDEAVOR.
You are eternal and what you do now will live on FOREVER.
What you can do today, for tomorrow, don't LEAVE.
Just go out there and honorably wear your heart on your SLEEVE.
It doesn't matter if yesterday you didn't START.
Quiet your mind so you can lead with your HEART.
And watch as you daily transform yourself into a more beautiful work of ART.
The 'end' of this lifetime can be NEAR.
So do everything in your power now and without FEAR,
To not let tomorrow turn into never, as it is not quite promised and not yet HERE.