Category: Love

Poems by the poet that reflect different aspects of love be it romantic, marriage, family and friendship.

From attraction to love

The poem illustrates the journey of attraction evolving into deep familiarity and love. It reflects on the warmth of love and the formation of a solid friendship, emphasizing the comfort and simplicity of connection. Despite uncertainties and past emotional wounds, there is hope for a future filled with shared experiences, including potential marriage and family. The poem expresses a desire for genuine acceptance and understanding, underscoring the pure intent behind feelings.

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Time will tell

This poem explores themes of love, vulnerability, and the emotional complexities that arise when forming connections. The speaker recounts moments of new attraction, highlighting feelings of awkwardness and uncertainty about opening their heart to love. Despite a sense of playfulness and enthusiasm, there’s an underlying struggle with self-doubt and the challenge of letting love in. The poem illustrates a push-and-pull dynamic between confidence and insecurity, reinforced by fluctuating emotional states. They acknowledge that the resolution of their feelings and circumstances hinges on the passage of time.

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A Romantic First Date

This poem reflects on the vulnerability and excitement of a first date, the exhilaration of newfound freedom as a young adult. The journey of love and self-discovery unfolds amidst the backdrop of personal growth and changing traditions.

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Finding Happiness in a New City – The Wilted Rose Book Part 22

a young woman embraces change by moving to a new city to pursue love and happiness with her new boyfriend. This decision coincides with her 18th birthday, symbolising her transition to adulthood. As she departs the family home, feelings of guilt mingle with excitement. The accompanying poem explores her emotional state, portraying her standing on a cliff, poised between her tumultuous past and a hopeful future. With imagery of love and freedom, it encapsulates Grace's leap of faith into a new life, seeking happiness in the promises of love awaiting her below.

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Cruisin’ Into Her New Love Life – The Wilted Rose Book Part 21

This poem explores how attraction evolves into familiarity and love. Over the past few months, the postman had been busy delivering letters to and fro between Grace and Alex. When he called her, Grace ran from her room to answer the phone attached to the lounge room wall. She had to strain to hear Alex... Continue Reading →

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Budding Love – The Wilted Rose Book – Part 20

In the 1970s, Grace receives a love letter in the post box from Alex, igniting a whirlwind of emotions that transforms her mundane life. As she navigates her workday, the excitement of awaiting Alex's replies becomes her primary focus, providing a welcome escape from the chaos at home, including her mother's mental illhealth. Grace finds solace in her memories with Alex, using them to mentally escape her challenging reality at home. The story offers a glimpse into the tender and transformative power of love amidst life's complexities.

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The Thrill of First Attraction – The Wilted Rose Book Part 19

Grace realises that the popular boy at her youth camp has feelings for her, which leaves her feeling both excited and insecure. Initially oblivious to his interest, Grace questions her worthiness, reflecting on her experiences in high school where attention was typical. Transitioning from her life in Queensland to the unfamiliar landscapes of Victoria, she is fraught with self-consciousness as her peers whisper and stare. A chance encounter with the handsome boy heightens her emotions, making her both eager and apprehensive about budding attraction and potential love, leaving her to ponder her own acceptance.

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The Rose Bud – The Wilted Rose Book Part 1

This excerpt introduces "The Wilted Rose," a novel based on the true story of Sarah, set in post-war Queensland, Australia. The story follows her experiences growing up on a dairy farm. The vivid description captures the beauty and challenges of rural life, setting the stage for Sarah's journey. The novel is accompanied by songs that reflect its themes.

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The True Value of Free Gifts: Quality Time and Talents

This poem emphasizes the priceless nature of free gifts, particularly the value of giving time and sharing talents with others. It emphasizes the significance of meaningful gestures over material possessions. The also enThis post emphasizes the priceless nature of free gifts, particularly the value of giving time and sharing talents with others. It emphasizes the significance of meaningful gestures over material possessions during the holiday season. The poet encourages sharing one's skills, experiences, and positive qualities with others. The message promotes the idea that the best gift you can offer is yourself. It encourages sharing one's skills, experiences, and positive qualities with others. The message promotes the idea that the best gift you can offer is yourself.

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Far Away for Christmas

The poem reflects on spending Christmas away from family, embracing the situation, and finding joy in simple moments. It describes attending church, spending time with loved ones, and reflecting on the past year. Despite the distance, there's a sense of hope for reuniting in the future. The poem captures the spirit of making the best of the holiday season apart from family.

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The enticing allure of love

The verse captures the enchanting nature of love, likening it to a mesmerizing web that ensnares individuals with its allure. It emphasizes the duality of love, both the excitement and the challenges of embarking on a new romance. Love's threads shining in the light of attraction highlights the magnetic pull it has on people, drawing them closer. The idea that once one engages with this web of love, they become entangled in its irresistible grasp, making it an enticing yet complex experience.

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In Loving Memory

The poem commemorates the author's father, who passed away peacefully at 95 after a prolonged struggle with health. It honors his faith, love, and the memories shared, reflecting on the sorrow of his absence while celebrating his legacy. The poet expresses deep love and gratitude, acknowledging the family's ongoing journey through life.

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A Mother’s Love Sent from Afar

This poem tells of the poet's emotional journey as a mother when her daughters moved to live overseas. She reflects on the precious moments with her daughters as young girls and long to be physically close to them, despite the distance. The poem captures her deep love and longing for her daughters while acknowledging the reality of their separation. She hopes they will reunite one day. The poem emphasizes the enduring power of love and care. This heartfelt poem speaks of the universal experience of parental love and the challenges of letting go.

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A Golden Thread between you and me

On Valentine's Day many lovers, partners and spouses will celebrate their love together. Yet many lovers, partners, and spouses, who are separated by thousands of miles, find comfort in the unbreakable bond of true love. Despite the physical distance, because their love is deep and strong they patiently wait till the day they will be reuniting. Until then, their love will overcome the challenge of distance between them because they believe in the unbreakable bond of true love.

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You’re Moving On

The poem expresses the poet's pride and acceptance as her young adult daughters leave home. It acknowledges the challenges they will face while conveying hope for the future. The poem captures the bittersweet emotions of letting go and moving on to a new phase in life.

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Craving a Lover’s Hug

The story of Grace continues... As a young mum of two young daughters, Grace was feeling the pressures of motherhood as her marriage fell apart. Beverley Joy Together with the need, and desire, to help her dad care for their mentally ill mother. Her husband seemed happy working six days a week and spending his... Continue Reading →

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Ending a Decade of Love

Woman deciding to leave her husband after receiving bad news about him.

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I’m Moving On

It is a challenge deciding what to take and what to leave behind. I felt a mixture of excitement and anxiety. I could only take a few changes of clothes and only the essentials for every other part of my life. I accepted the challenge to live a minimalist life and live without all their material possessions. I soon felt free of the clutter of their previous life which allowed my mind to open up and I started to write poetry.

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My love boat is moored to you

This poem compares love to a moored boat, symbolizing security and support in life's ups and downs. The poem expresses feeling safe and secure in the harbor of love, facing life's challenges with the constant support of each other.

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Let’s

The content describes the joy of simple, nature-filled moments in love. Whether watching a sunrise, walking through a garden, or swimming in the ocean, the focus is on cherishing each other and the beauty of nature. The author emphasizes that precious memories are created without the need for extravagant things.

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