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I let you in without reserve,
eagerly, with open arms,
shared my thoughts, my body, my
passions, my time,
I blended my space with elements to
your liking, for your comfort,
crafted meals and conversations,
created variations and deviations,
all this I give out of love for
you,
potentially, you can destroy me,
will you?
This is 55 word piece offering, in memory of an old friend, Galen Hayes. Now Joy at Verse Escape is our host, so if you want to participate, head on
over there.
We give that much of ourselves to someone, yes, they could destroy us.
ReplyDeleteIn a way, I suppose we are all held hostage by the ones we love. We give them so much power
ReplyDeleteYes, yes, yes. Except I always have reserve.
ReplyDeleteThat's lovely Shadow.
I was thinking some of this myself the other day...and it was very much how I felt when I was younger. Now I wonder if the giving isn't its own reward, and any betrayal its own punishment for the betrayer...anyway, a most relatable and true 55. So glad to have you play,Shadow, and have a kickass weekend.
ReplyDeleteWe love at our own risk. When we get really lucky said rick is balanced by another's giving. When the giving is equal, the answer to the question is always, "Love will never destroy its own heart."
ReplyDeleteWe give it all and risk it all. Such is the walk of love. I have been blessed to have someone who has been worth the risk. Although I must admit I never considered the destroying part when I was seventeen. If if was a new relationship at this age, that would be a priority.
ReplyDeleteLet's hope there's no destroying to come along!
ReplyDeleteWhat a picture you so creatively conjure with words...never ceasing to draw me in with compassion & vibrance of a particular scene from a particular time.
I was taking a walk today and thinking of all I've given. Yes, another can destroy a soul. I wonder if full recovery is ever possible?
ReplyDelete... rainy days are a good thing cuz they make things grow and they hide things like tears so nobody will ever know, hmmm, friend Shadow. Love, cat.
ReplyDeleteI have no strength left me for destruction of anyone or thing. I only have a meager ability for gratitude of all I have been allowed to share in.
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