Day 333 - On My Way

 

I couldn't sleep last night at all. My mind was restless and it drifted all over you. My excitement has built up and now the day is here. Tomorrow, my love, we meet again. Get ready for my arms to embrace you, oh so tight, and my lips to touch every part of your body, over and over again. This 10 days is ours, we shall grow our love some more.

 

Eyes closed, mind open

Continuous thoughts of you.

You face protrudes,  

A smile wide,

Showing a happy tooth.

All of you, I love,

All day and night,

Even in these dreams.

 

Dad 329 - The Beat

Listen to the beat,
Keep the rhythm with your feet,
Tear the sounds apart,
Let the words sink in to your heart,
Open your mind to memories,
Create dreams wild and free,
This is music, it's meant to heal,
Feel it's power, alive and real.

Day 328 - We Are Alright

Distance,
Tears and tatters our soul.

Love,
Binds and keeps us feeling whole.

Day 327 - The Window

I came in through your window tonight,
Crept silently without a light,
I was searching all day for something new,
Something besides the lonely city view,
These dark sky days filled with rain,
They do nothing to cure endless pain,
I thought in the night I could find my way,
A chance meeting to make my emotions sway,
As I strolled along the noisy city streets,
Not a pretty soul did I ever meet,
Now I'm just standing here in the dark,
Listening to the beating of another lonely heart.

Day 325 - Satisfied

I'm craving your kisses,
When they're no longer wishes,
Dreams become reality,
Your face there in front of me,
So easy to reach out and touch,
Each part of your body, so much.

Day 323 - Etched In My Heart

Your name is etched in my heart,
That is where it will stay,
Forever, if I have any say.

Day 321 - Eternal Happiness

Look for me in you dreams,
See my face, my eyes,
Staring deeply at you,
See my smile stretch wide,
Knowing you are near,
Feel my heart beat wildly,
As you approach my lips,
Engage me in a sensual kiss,
Know eternal happiness.

Day 320 - Invisible

To the world,
Our love is invisible.
Some may see our silly posts,
Listen to us when we boast,
But they don't see,
What is deep inside,
The love that resides,
Waiting for the next time.

Day 319 - Speechless

I want to shower you with words of love,
But your beauty leaves me speechless every time.

Day 317 - All

All mine,
All yours,
From here,
To distant shores.

Day 314 - The Truth

Heart beats and love songs,
That's what I hear with you.

Beauty, smarts, and  determination,
That's what I see in you.

Love, trust and honesty,
That's what I'm talking about.

Complete perfection,
That's what I feel inside.

You, you and you,
That's what I am always thinking about.

Day 313 - Magic

Life with you is magical,
Except our love will never disappear.

Day 311 - Thankful Thanksgiving

Today is my 32nd Thanksgiving Holiday.

I remain thankful for a family who has always supported me and my life decisions, even if they disagree.

I am thankful that a new love entered my life 2 years ago and has remained strong and honest, despite being separated by oceans. She makes me happy and complete, something I never knew I needed in my life, but now that I have it, it feels so good. It feels perfect.

I am thankful that my attitude and thoughts have changed over the years from helping myself to opening my eyes and heart to recognizing the pain of others. Helping them fulfills me more than accumulating titles and things.

I am thankful for my faith in God. I may not speak of it every day or worship as much as I should, but I am glad I have allowed Him to enter my life and guide me.

I am thankful to be me.

-CJH

Day 310 - Love is

Love is,
A condition of the heart.
My love wants,
It needs, you,
To keep it beating.

Day 309 - Revelation

I was thinking about how much happier I am when I see your face and it really occurred to me that you are the best thing to ever happen in my life. Ever! Sure I've had fun and been happy before, but with you it's something different and amazing, something real. It's true love.

Day 308 - Waiting for Change

Inside a window,
There is a red couch,
A single light shines,
Highlighting a face,
Eyes that just stare,
On the verge of tears,
Alone.

Day 307 - A Day In Life

Irish days,
Even with skies of grey,
We enjoy each hour,
Dancing in rain showers.

Clouds can't hide your eyes,
Deeply dark in design,
Staring hard in to my soul,
Thoughts only I would know.

If the sun ever peaks through,
It will light the smile I have for you,
Brilliantly wide in delight,
Holding steady in to the night.

In the dark it's just you and I,
No space between as we lie,
Together bonded so tight,
Holding on to each other's life.

Day 306 - Our Future

On a crowded street somewhere,
There is a family,
With love that fills the night air.
Parents hold hands,
A young girl clings tight to mommy's leg,
Baby brother sleeps in daddy's arms.
They wear smiles on their faces,
Share stories and laughs,
Enjoying the moment they are in.

Day 300 - Little Things

Pink hues in the sunset sky,
Fluffy white clouds floating by.
Colorful leaves falling to the ground,
Snowflakes landing without a sound.
Bubbling waters of a cold stream,
All our clothes hanging on a tree.
Hot ember fires on a cold night,
You and me cuddled so tight.
Saturday morning sing-a-longs,
Bare feet on the front lawn.
People helping people every day,
Kind words with all we say.
The little things are all I need,
With you standing right beside me.

Day 297 - Me With You

I miss the me that I am with you.

Day 293 - 40 Days

In 40 days and 40 nights,
Dreams will come to life.
A pretty girl, a hand to hold,
Kisses, wherever we go.

We'll take our smiles out for a walk,
A quiet time where we can talk.
Shop windows on the square,
Soaking in the holiday cheer.

So many hours cuddled tight,
On those cold and rainy nights.
We'll keep so nice and warm,
Creating a fire from our love storm.

So much to do in just ten days,
I'll wish forever I could stay.
Let's enjoy the laughs and have fun,
Just being each other's number one.

Day 292 - Carry Me Away

My window stays busy,
People passing on by,
Heading somewhere,
Places they need to be,
People the want to see.

I slowly die inside,
Knowing where I need to be,
The person I want to see,
Is not sitting here,
I'm staring out my window alone.

The view is pretty,
This time of year,
Leaves turning color,
Falling from the trees,
Breezes carrying them away.

I wish the wind would pick up,
Lift me off my feet,
Gently push me East,
Across the cold ocean blue,
In to the warm arms of you.

Day 290 - Distant

The Earth moves,
Round and round,
Here on the ground,
I'm never closer to you.

Day 288 - One Day

I write for you,
For me,
Expressing dreams.

My heart is open,
Life's desires,
For all to see.

My words,
Tell of destiny,
You next to me.

I reach out,
Grasp hold of air,
Nothing there.

You see me,
Arms stretching,
Forever reaching.

One day,
Hands will meet,
Never release.

Day 286 - Lucky

I'm lucky,
I found love,
In a tiny corner,
Of this big world.

Our hearts,
They fell hard,
Right in to,
Our waiting arms.

Starting slow,
We were two,
We grew,
Into one.

We've made,
Days brighter,
Nights warmer,
Smiles bigger.

There's miles,
Between us now,
But we remain,
Closer than ever.

I promise,
To be strong,
Forever,
Lovers to the end.

Day 285 - The Man I Am

Sometimes I'm quiet,
A bit reserved,
Just taking life all in,
That's just the man I am.

Most days I'm happy,
Silly as I can be,
Letting life be fun,
That's just the man I am.

Some days I drink,
I let loose,
Maybe get a little loud,
That's just the man I am.

Yes, I cry sometimes,
I hurt for others,
Their pain is mine,
That's just the man I am.

Maybe I care too much,
About helping people,
Lifting them up,
That's just the man I am.

The times I lose my way,
I stop and pray,
Knowing He has a plan,
That's just the man I am.

I constantly worry,
About the future,
How I can get to you,
That's just the man I am.

I'm on a mission.
My heart leads the way,
I am not afraid,
That's just the man I am.

All my thoughts are of you,
Where you are,
What you are doing,
That's just the man I am.

If you fall,
I'll be there beside,
Picking you up again,
That's just the man I am.

I'll push you higher,
Seeking the best life,
You and I will ever need,
That's just the man I am.

I care deeply,
About you,
Giving you all my love,
That's just the man I am.

Day 284 - Bumblebee

She's precious,
Like a bumblebee,
Soft and cute,
On the exterior you see,
Angry and wild,
When she needs to be.

She'll kiss your cheek,
And hold you tight,
Just watch out,
If there's a fight,
If she disagrees,
She'll sting until she's right.

Day 279 - A Prayer

This is a prayer for you and me,
Health and happiness,
A long life living out our dreams.
Please let us be together,
In each others arms,
Hearts smiling forever.

Day 278 - We

She's got her new boots on,

She's walking in the sun,

Saying "hey everyone,

Take a look at me."

Streets filled with peeps,

Most she'd like to meet, 

Some she'd like to beat,

She just leaves them be. 

If she had wings to fly, 

She'd be soaring up high, 

Drawing hearts in the sky, 

For everyone to see. 

She's my little lover,

My future children's mother,

I do nothing but love her, 

Missing us as we. 

Day 275 - Under the Stars

Tonight I saw songwriters perform under the stars,
Violin strings danced in the cool Autumn air,
Black and white keys rolled along with the beat,
The upright bass kept thumping away,
Cello players forced their bows to gently sway.
It was melodic, rhythmic and gentle on the ears,
So, I laid back in the grass and took it all in,
All the sounds, the notes, the moment created there,
Then just like my breath, I watched it all disappear.

Day 274 - Dreams

I'm loaded down with dreams,
They weigh heavy on my mind.
So many lining my memory,
They leave me standing still,
Afraid to breath.

I know which road I should go down,
The one that leads to happiness found,
Not the one that leaves me crying on the ground.
I must take a leap of faith,
Even if I land face down.

Day 273 - Go There

There's a voice,
It whispers,
Every night in my ear,
Go there,
Get away from here,
Be happy,
For the rest of your years.

Day 264 - The Picture

Buried not so deep, in the back of my mind,
I see a picture,
It's vibrant, filled with deep greens and blues.
There are clouds rolling by,
An Autumn day, no leaves on the tress.
The slightest hint of sun pokes through,
A canvas of sky hugging the hillside.
A dark haired girl stands alone,
Her petite frame and cinnamon skin,
They draw my attention in.
I look deep in her eyes,
And my inquisitive nature kicks in,
Are tears about to be shed?
Will they be happy or sad?
As I stare longingly in to her despair,
She appears to be waiting,
Maybe for a long lost love,
A man she gave her whole heart to,
But has yet to receive his in return.
Perhaps the love of her life,
He just passed away,
Leaving behind heartbreak,
As she stands by his grave.
Then I notice a hint of a smile,
The slight upturn of her red lips,
She is in a moment of pure happiness and bliss.
I am sure now,
Her man is just outside the frame,
Painted outside the lines,
He's down on his knees,
Asking for her hand in forever,
And that would surely make any girl cry.

Day 263 - Under the Tree

Life has interrupted my daily devotions, but I will be posting each weekend and as time allows during the week. My baby's life in Ireland has provide some renewed inspiration.

Under the Tree

Let's sit under your favorite tree,
We can watch the clouds roll by,
And listen as birds try to speak.

The green grass underneath our feet,
May tickle the backs of our knees,
Making you laugh, oh so sweet.

I know you will have stories to tell,
So, I'll sit and hold you tight,
Enjoying every word you have to sell.

I'll lean in to kiss your soft lips,
Each time you stop to take a breath,
Caressing your cheek with my fingertips.

Perhaps we will pack up some treats,
Some fruits, and crackers with cheese,
Feeding each other, savoring our peace.

We may end up falling asleep in the afternoon,
Your pretty head resting on my shoulder bone,
Waking up only by the light of the moon.

As we sit and follow each shooting star,
We will wish for a life full of happiness,
And never to be separated again this far.

Maybe when we are wiser and grey,
We can come back and sit down for awhile,
Reliving our love story, as the old branches sway.

Day 257 - The Finish

I can see it from here,
It's in my sights,
Narrow and white.
My mind is already there,
Celebrating victory,
Re-writing history.
Bang, goes the gun,
False start,
Back to square one.
We're off again,going hard,
Tripped up,
Opportunities marred.
I just can't seem,
To get it right,
A losing fight.
I'll cross it one day,
It's meant to be,
But that line still taunts me.

Day 256 - Others

Our love's not ordinary,
It's extraordinary,
Holding on from afar.

It;s strong like a metal,
Or a single rose petal,
Which refuses to fall.

Many may see us a ruse,
Like we have to prove,
This love we have is real.

Well I say to them,
Take a look at us again,
Turn your head and walk away.

Day 252 - Yours

All I am,
All I want to be,
Is yours.

Day 251 - Dance

The next time we meet,
Let's dance in the street,
As rains pours on down.
We can dance up the Quay,
Show all those that see,
What love's all about.
We'll make up our own song,
As we move right along,
Into the wide open world.
Holding hands, you and me,
We are all we can be,
Until rain forever, stops falling down.

Day 250 - Reflection

I see me,
A different me,
These grey hairs,
Once weren't there,
The lines,
Those creases,
Are never ceasing.
Tiredness shows,
In shadowy eyes,
I'm barely getting by.
Lips down-turned,
Hard to find a smile,
This was never my style.
Someone tell me,
What happened here?
A young man,
Has disappeared.
My energy,
While not wasted,
Appears misplaced.
I can't find the time,
To stop and think,
Life, it's moving,
Faster than I blink.
My body pains,
Deep inside,
A painful guide,
To what's next on this ride.
Even still,
As I stare,
My lungs, they fill with air,
A wonderful sign,
That I am alive,
That I will survive,
Another day,
Where I get to say,
I love you,
More today,
Than yesterday.

Day 249 - Just Beginning

Been on a little hiatus, but I am back now. My girl has seen and done so much over the past two weeks in her new country of Ireland. I am jealous and wish I could join her immediately. Here is a little of what she has shared with me.

I miss my girl,
She's in her new world,
Making friends,
Can't wait to see her again.

She's impressing everyone,
Enjoying setting suns,
Walking amongst the trees,
In a small town by the sea.

Pretty balloons filled with air,
Float above without a care,
Blue skies stretch side to side,
The place will open all eyes wide.

She's learned to cook and clean,
Become an independent queen.
Discount shopping with a friend,
Striking up conversations with Arab men.

She has a roommate she tries to hide,
But she has taken it all in stride,
Laying own her own rules,
Being smart and staying cool.

This strength I see, I admire,
A sweet soul on fire,
It burns there so brightly, I see,
All that's missing is me.

Day 241 - The Dark

So much happens in the dark,
Sometimes it's silence,
Sometimes there is a spark.
There are times alone you cry,
So many unknown noises,
Afraid to open your eyes.
Some days you will toss and turn,
Wishing you can just fall asleep,
And all those useless thoughts just burn.
It's great when there is someone to hold,
A warm body pressed tightly on yours,
A mattress perfectly shaped to your mold.
Some people talk in their sleep,
Saying things they don't even mean,
Lovers wondering if they're out being creeps.
For me, I always see my angel lying there,
Dreaming her love stories,
Where her Prince Charming appears.

Day 240 - Tired

Tonight I am tired,
I can't think straight,
My head pounds,
My eyes are heavy,
I just want to sleep,
But I push on,
Trying to finish this work,
Which may bring us together.
I love you.

Day 239 - So Close

We are so close,
I can taste it.
So very near,
To arms holding,
Lips kissing,
Hands holding,
Bodies touching.
Just thinking about it,
Makes my heart skip.
I'm so excited,
And like the song,
I can't hide it.
I'm happy,
Joyous,
Filled with faith.
I'm ready to turn the page,
Enter the next chapter,
Filled with so much love,
It will make women swoon,
And most men sick.

Day 238 - My All

I learned a long time ago,
To give her your all,
If your heart is full in love.
Buy her those flowers,
On your way home from work,
Hold her hand every chance you can,
Always stare deep in to her eyes,
And kiss her lips no matter where you are.
Surprise her with a night out,
Dancing like you've never danced.
Support her in all that she is,
In all that she does.
Always be there for her,
In good times and bad,
Respect her wishes,
But challenge her to do more,
Be better,
Be the best she can be.
Love her always,
Through thick and thin,
Through mistakes and anger,
Brush them off to reveal the truth,
That nothing,
No one,
Will ever break you apart.

Day 237 - All We Do

Dream.
Hope.
Wish.
Pray.
Love.

Day 236 - Hold Tight

You stole my pain away,
Haven't seen it since we met that day.
Been feeling so happy and free,
No ball and chain following me.
I love this grip you have on my heart,
The pulses out of control from the start.
You were able to harness them with grace,
Holding on, through this grueling race.
All that I am, now lies there in your hands,
If you drop me, I'll bounce right back like a rubber-band.

Day 235 - I Feel Like That

I'm proud of you,
Happy for you,
So much in love with you,
Can't wait to be with you.
You make me feel like,
I'm dancing on a rainbow,
After finding my pot of gold.
Flying high on a heart shaped rocket,
Jumping around on moon beams.
Swimming in a river of dreams,
Watching all of them come true.
Yeah, I feel like that,
Every time we speak,
Every time we touch,
Every time I close my eyes,
Where I dream of you.

Day 234 - New World

That hunk of steel,
Will carry you safely,
To your new world.
Full of green fields,
Cliffs of sandstone,
Rivers of whiskey and beer.
You have three years,
Studying to be the best,
Filling minds with success.
We've missed some kisses,
Wished on many wishes,
Now dreams are coming true.
They say tomorrow is uncertain,
But that is not entirely true,
My tomorrows keep pointing to you.

Day 233 - Broken Rules

We missed the dates,
The nervousness,
The awkward first kiss.
There's been no fights,
No jealousy,
No animosity.
We broke the rules,
Fell in love,
And here we are,
Ready for eternity.

Day 232 - Faith

You are blessed,
You have blessed me.
We are happy.
We will succeed,
Be together,
Enjoy happy moments,
Partake in fun,
Celebrate special times,
Fight through the bad,
Keeping a focus on love,
Giving and receiving,
Trust is strong,
Faith is stronger.

Day 230 - All I Am

All I am,
Theses bones,
This skin,
Blood in my veins,
Are out of control.
They're burning,
Itching,
Writhing,
To be with you.
I keep scratching,
Incessantly,
To ease the pain,
No relief,
Just hope and dreams.
My heart,
System control,
It's weak,
It aches,
Yearning for you.
One touch,
A cure,
Freedom,
For the soul.

Day 229 - Wanted

I want little notes,
In the lunch you make for me.
Lipstick stains,
On my best white shirt.
Long days,
Together by each other's side
Sleepless nights,
Planning out our wildest dreams.
Whispered secrets,
In the most public of places.
Sweet kisses,
As we hike up on the ridge,
Holding your hand,
Window shopping on Dublin streets.
Groovin' slowly,
To music on a rain day.
Cuddling close,
On cold winter mornings.
Sharing life,
With my one and only.

Day 228 - Our Way

It may take us a year,
To get to that special day,
But this is true love,
And we will find our way.

Day 227 - Ocean of Love

My love is an ocean,
Let the sun soak it up,
And the clouds rain it down,
All over you.

Day 226 - From Afar

Missing you is my daily routine,
It's just as tough as it seems.
To love someone from afar,
Is like keeping wishes in a jar.
You know they are always there,
You just can't breath them in the air.

Day 225 - It's No Mystery

Some see us as a mystery,
They don't know our history.
Their minds are closed to distance,
Can't fight temptations, weak resistance.
We are stronger than those I guess,
Maybe you could say we are blessed.
We found each other among the crowds,
Two lost souls floating in the clouds.
We grabbed ahold of each other's hand,
A divine beginning we couldn't have planned.
Now it seems there is always something in our way,
We keep pushing through each and every day.
We've committed to be together as one,
Forever and always, until this life is done.

Day 224 - Love's Spell

I used to think my heart was cracked and broken,
Then your smile and laugh pried it wide open.
Maybe I threw enough coins in the wishing well,
Was granted my wish of being under love's spell.
I'm not even out looking for a cure or remedy,
Neutralizing a heart, I wouldn't wish upon my enemy.
Although we are taking the long way around this world,
Fate is wholly on the side of this boy and girl.
While some people only live love through dreams or memories,

I will keep mine forever in my sight, right next to me.

Day 223 - My Only Lover

I'll never lay next to another,
You're my only lover,
My life, my best friend.

In your eyes I see,
A girl wrapped up in me,
Accepting of all that I am.

Your heart beats a story,
Although sometimes blurry,
There's care and sympathy.

You're a beautiful woman,
Faithful to one man,
In love and everything.

A long life awaits us,
We'll build it upon trust,
And carry it to the next land.

Day 222 - Our Love

Our love is building like a bomb,
Exploding in rays of love.
Our love rages like a forest fire,
Burning fiercely night and day.
Our love beats like a summer storm,
Loud and electrifying to all.
Our love spins like a twister in the night,
Fast moving and powerful in force.  
Our love is like the quaking Earth,
Shaking the ground on which we walk.
Our love is a graceful, celestial being,
One to be admired in awestruck wonder.

Day 221 - 10 Ways to Know You've Found the One

10 Ways to Know You've Found the One:
By CJH

1. She makes you feel whole
2. She loves you with all her heart; and accepts all of yours
3. She laughs at everything you do; including farts
4. She has an amazingly silly attitude that matches yours
5. She love to cuddle
6. She makes you want to be a better person
7. She fits in with family and friends upon first meeting
8. She will listen to music all day and sing badly with you
9. She loves finding a good discount
10. She accepts you for who you are

Day 220 - I'm a Writer

I'm a writer,
Not a runner.
I can be fat and lazy,
Even a little bit crazy.
My words can mean nothing,
Or maybe a little something.
Sometimes my mind is dark,
Full of strange fantasies,
Like horny elves in ectasy.
Other days I'm sad for ages,
Loneliness on my pages,
Coming off as fits and rages.
When happiness takes control,
I write with all my soul,
Completely feeling whole.
When it's love that I write for,
Everything means so much more,
It soothes, it saves, my only cure.

Day 219 - Love Expedition

This happiness you bring,
Should probably be a sin,
As it reveals my addiction,
To our love expedition.

We've traveled high and low,
To places we only know,
We'd certainly go back again,
To the place where it all began.

A dark and lonely street,
Under the heat,
Of the store's white lights,
And cigarettes burning bright.

It was black and white,
With a little brown in the Asian night,
Jokes full of laughter and sin,
Stories they've told time and again.

All palate's were soaked,
Drowned  in Jack and Cokes,
No use sipping on beer,
Bad words are all you'll hear.

You we're friendly and quaint,
No where near a saint,
And after all that transpired,
I wasn't yet sure if I even desired.

Day 218 - Dark of Night

I miss someone,
Wish I was with someone,
Just kissing someone,
Oh man, we'd have some fun.

Friday night dates,
Coming in so late,
We can't wait,
To be in each other's arms.

Our clothes come off,
Bodies getting hot,
We can't stop,
A fire once it starts.

Holding on tight,
In the dark of night,
I see the passion rise,
Those pretty brown eyes.

You fall asleep,
Right next to me,
Life feels so right,
Being where you're supposed to be.

Day 217 - Let it Show

I'm in love with you,
That's all I know.
You're in love with me,
And we let it show. 

Day 216 - Mixed Emotions

I'm tired of missing you,
Sick of the lonely days,
All the sad feelings taking control.
I'm happy when I see your face,
Depressed when we say goodbye,
It's a never-ending cycle,
Leaving me feeling deprived.

Now that I let my anger fly,
I'll tell you that all these goodbyes,
They just make us stronger,
Building a deeper connection,
Allowing us to fully understand,
Each other wholeheartedly,
Throughout life's ups and downs.

Tomorrow when the sun rises,
It will bring a better day,
Placing me one step closer to you,
Closer to where I feel at peace,
Next to my partner in life,
Supplying me with passionate support,
Empowering a never-ending devotion to love.

Day 215 - If I...

If I could kiss you tonight,
Touch your face one time,
Feel the warmth of your skin,
Listen to the beat of your heart,
Watch you sleep peacefully,
Hear your infectious laugh,
I would be a happy man.

Day 214 - Your Arms

In your arms,
I feel excited,
About this crazy life.
You allow me to dream,
Believe in me,
Creating special memories.
My faith in you is strong,
I never want to hurt you,
Just hold you,
Comfort you,
Make you as happy,
As you make me,
Until life passes us on.

Day 213- My Heart

My heart is open,
It feels all the hurt,
Pain when it breaks,
Sorrow when I cry,
Sad when I'm lonely,

With you it beats fast,
Skipping over the aches,
Happiness when you smile,
Joy when we touch,
Loved with every breath.

Day 212 - Rainy Memories

Its been raining for three days,
It keeps on coming,
Just won't go away.
I sit and stare at the world outside,
It's dark and dreary,
As far as I can see with my eyes.
Turning my gaze inside,
I begin to smile,
Thoughts of you along for the ride.
You're sitting there on the rug,
Researching your paper,
I fall asleep like I'm on drugs.
Sitting on the couch when I open the door,
A long, hard day at work,
You're still in the clothes from the night before.
I see you crushing while you relieve,
Like a queen on her throne,
Not wanting me to leave.
Claiming you can't cook a thing,
But I just ignore,
And corn and potatoes is all that you bring.
In my bed, a pretty face lies next to me,
Your body giving off so much heat,
And there's no place I'd rather be.

Day 211 - Lined With Dreams

I like the way we laugh,
The way we talk,
And walk,
Singing our silly love song.

Your tender touch,
It's worth the wait,
It turns me on,
A love so strong.

Our hearts they met,
Skipped a beat,
Now were here,
A love so sweet.

I'm not looking back,
The path ahead,
Is lined with dreams,
All coming true it seems.

Day 210 - The Daughter

She's the coaches daughter,
Wanting to run away,
To a far off land,
Dreams in her eyes,
Sweat on her hands.

This life is all she's known,
It's not the one she wants,
She'll let everyone know,
Not in anger or spite,
She just knows what's right.

She gets love without support,
Which is not love at all,
If they won't understand,
It's jealous refusal,
Pain to the person in front of you.

Concealing the hurt,
She cries in an old shirt,
Destined to be with him,
But leaving her world behind,
Wears on the body and the mind.

He stands there,
Arms open up wide,
A heart beating for her inside,
A mind consumed,
With giving all his love to her.

Sometimes he feels like a disease,
Infecting her very soul,
A possible root cause,
To the problems she sees,
Her hurt and pain, felt by he.

He's trying his best,
To make things go smooth,
Knowing what he stands to lose,
A wife, a lover, a trusted friend,
Someone to love him 'til the end.

If he could pick up tonight,
Hop on a plane,
Leave his world behind,
He'd gladly take that ride,
Putting her back by his side.

Day 209 - Summer Days

My favorite color is blue,
Like the beauty you see in the skies hue,
But nothing is more prettier than you.

You keep my heart beating like a drum,
Burning hot like the midday sun.
Let's make a fire from the heat of our love.

In the night when I look up high,
I see the stars that twinkle in your eyes,
When you look so deeply sweetly in to mine.

These summer days put a smile on my face
Not for weather or forgetting the rat race,
Just because you were here and we were happy.

Day 208 - Kindness

Like wings to a bird,
I use my words,
To lift people up high,
Smiles dancing across the sky.

Putting people down,
Just brings lonely frowns,
So, take a look around,
Turn one upside down.

If you are kind like I,
Ask yourself why,
And what you can do,
To help others not like you.

Day 204 - Love's Effect

Until I felt love's effect,
I never believed in perfect.
Now through my eyes,
I see it right by my side.
A beautiful young mind,
A wholesomely, devoted find.
You're the stars I see,
The breath I breathe,
All the words I speak,
You fill my dreams as I sleep.
You pulled me across the line,
With no going back in time,
So I sit here eagerly awaiting,
Love with no more waiting.

Day 203 - An Irish Prayer

May God give you...

For every storm, a rainbow,

For every tear, a smile,

For every care, a promise, 

And a blessing for each trial. 

For every problem life sends, 

A faithful friend to share, 

For every sigh, a sweet song,

And an answer for each prayer. 

Day 202 - Time To Go

Papers scattered on the floor,
"What if?" thoughts at my core.
I don't know what the future holds,
With you, I'm as good a gold.

So strike a match, light the fuse,
There's no time to lose.
We'll burn the world as one,
Always together until life is done.

Day 201 - A Kiss on the Cheek

A kiss on the cheek
What does it mean?
Who it that lonely man?
Lover or simply a friend?
You say it was nothing,
but I know you wish,
It had been on the lips,
While laying in bed,
Tangled in skin.

Day 200 - Lonelier Without You

This tiny brick house,
Cooking in the kitchen,
Sitting on this comfy red couch
Coffee on the back deck,
Dreaming in my queen bed,
Washing my face and body,
Picking out clothes to wear,
Brushing my teeth,
Being anywhere,
Is lonelier without you.

Day 199 - A New Beginning

I'm so uninspired,
Wish I'd get fired,
Get out of this place,
Kiss you pretty face.

This town was my dream,
Its not what it seems,
False hopes and lies,
Stand on my every side.

It's time for a change,
The 4,000 miles range,
Green fields and stone,
A place we call our own.

I've played this new life out,
Picturing it, I shout,
Happiness set free,
Love, just you and me.

Day 198 - Highlight of the Day

I can't get enough of you,
Tough day?
Just wait!
I'll get to see your smiling face,
Wash my troubles away.

Day 197 - Hearts at Stake

Sights and sounds,
No words found,
About to break,
Hearts at stake.

Brown eyes hide,
Tears inside,
A smiling facade,
Happiness flawed.

A hug and a kiss,
How we'll miss,
Little things,
How you cling.

One day,
We will say,
At last,
Goodbyes in our past.

Day 196 - Another 24

Journal Square,
Filled with it's history,
Shrouded in mystery,
Is the loneliest of places,
When you're saying goodbye.

Empty rooms with a past,
Cardboard in place of glass.
Being stared at,
Just for walking past,
But I love you, so who cares.

Little shops full of spices,
Aisles packed with rices,
I'm lost in another land,
When you take my hand,
Guiding me back to our reality

Miles of stained concrete,
Without a hint of green trees,
Makes me wonder why,
Am I letting you say goodbye,
When all I want is you next to me.

The clock tower is not on our side,
Minutes keep ticking by,
If I could just jump up there,
Through the curry filled air,
We'd have another 24 hours to spare.

Day 195 - Worth The Wait

I'm waiting on my Mandy
Sippin' on my sweet tea,
She's the one who loves me,
More than anybody.

She's my heart and soul now,
Words can't explain how,
She fills me with happiness,
Craving for another kiss.

Oh what a wonder she is,

When she tells people "I'm his,"

A smile fills me so bright, 

As we dance all through the night.

She's my kind of silly,
And I think that really,
My laughs wouldn't go on,
If something should go wrong.

She takes me as I am.
Never says "I need to change him,"
We're sewed together so tight,
Nothing has ever felt more right.

Day 194 - I Know I'm In Love

Wet kisses,
Big dreams and wishes
I know I'm in love.

Small fights,
Making up at night,
I know I'm in love.

Road trips,
Bad singing from our lips,
I know I'm in love.

Cuddling as one,
Making sleeping fun,
I know I'm in love.

Laughing out loud
Not in to crowds,
I know I'm in love.

Silly faces,
In all sorts of places,
I know I'm in love.

Everything yo do,
All of you.
I know I'm in love

Day 193 - Hold on to Me

Hold On To Me - John Michael Montgomery

I wanna wake up each morning
With you for the rest of my life
I wanna feel your heart beating
And just get lost in your eyes
You can tell me your secrets
You can let me feel your pain
You can show me your weakness
And never be ashamed

Hold on to me when your world's turnin' cold
When it feels like your life's spinnin' out of control
You're hopin', prayin', tryin' so hard to believe
Hold on to me when there's no middle ground
And every emotion is comin' unwound
And you don't know if you can hold on to your dreams
Baby you can hold on to me

I wanna lay down each evenin'
With you right here by my side
I wanna get drunk on your laughter
And wipe all the tears when you cry
You can scare me with your darkness
You can blind me with your light
Throw your worries out the window baby
On your wildest night

Hold on to me when your world's turnin' cold
When it feels like your life's spinnin' out of control
You're hopin', prayin', tryin' so hard to believe
Hold on to me when there's no middle ground
And every emotion is comin' unwound
And you don't know if you can hold on to your dreams
Baby you can hold on to me

Hold on to me when there's no middle ground
And every emotion is comin' unwound
And you don't know if you can hold on to your dreams
Baby you can hold on I said
Baby you can hold on I said
Baby you can hold on to me

Day 192 - All I Want

I'm in such a dire need,
Of all the love you bleed.

I wish we could just touch,

Feel our lips collide in lust.
Send emotions running wild,
Unbridled happiness like a child.
Let my arms wrap you up so tight,
Here you sigh with such delight.
In case you can not tell,
Without you, I am not well.

Day 191 - Essence

The pleasure of your presence,
Is the very essence,
Of this love we love to share.

Being next to all your glory,
Just brings about a fury,
I unleash on you as love.

In a world that just collides,
I'm glad I did not hide,
The feelings you drew right out of me.

You bring about a passion,
That's never out of fashion,
And leaves me feeling high.

Now this place we find ourself,
Places touch upon a shelf,
Allowing hearts to tighly bond.

This alliance that we share,
Should make others well aware,
Life's too short to waste a day.

I can't imagine living,
A life where I cease giving,
All of my heart to you.

Day 190 - No Fear

I am not afraid,
I am not scared,
I am excited,
For a love so deep,
It breaks the Earth in two.

Day 189 - Time

Days drag on,
Seconds,
Minutes,
Hours,
Tik-tok, tik-tok,
Echos in a lonely room.
I keep counting,
Each one that passes,
Brings me closer to you.

Day 188 - The Lights Below

The point of this blog was to keep love alive in words until my babe and I could meet again. Even though we have met, I still have a desire to write and express my devotion to one woman. This would be day 188 since starting this blog, so i am going to pick back up from here. I hope all of my zero followers enjoy reading about Mandy and I as much as we do.

I wrote this one on the plane ride from New York to Nashville while she was travelling East to India:

The lights below seem to spell out your name,
As we're flying away on two different planes.

The clouds roll like smoke from you precious red lips,
Hiding a beautiful view, I know I so dearly will miss.

The pressure keeps building in my ears, like a spring,
Wanting to burst like glass when we sing.

Coughs and sneezes are sounding all around,
Wish you were asleep on my arm, drool coming down.

I can't count all the people and places we've seen,
Or all the kisses and advances strewn in between.

Each time we meet a new page turns in our story,
Letting us stock back up on our love inventory.

I'll keep waiting on you Mandy, in air, land or sea,
Knowing you're the one who'll give all the love I need

Day 159 - She arrived, Day 180 She Departed

An update:

She arrived on the 27th of June.

Over three weeks we experienced the joy of so many happy emotions. I introduced my love to my entire family and they all loved her. She is the best thing to ever happen to me and her visit just reassured our love in every way possible. This photo really expresses us in all our silly glory. Love you babe.









The beautiful blue sky and rolling, white clouds led us all over the east coast. Road tripping to Panama City Beach to see my sister we sang the whole way, held hands and I even allowed her to drool on my arm as she napped. Watching her peacefully sleep is one of the things I missed the most. I got to experience her first footsteps in the blues waters of the Gulf, tasting the ocean salt as waves crashed over our heads. Her laughter and energy drives me wild and I know it will forever.

I introduced her to all my friends here in Nashville. Through drinking, good food, and smoke filled karaoke at Santa's Pub (including a wild and off key rendition on "Mandy"), it was like she had known them for years. While I don't need approval for the choices I make, it is nice to see them all having a great time together. Makes a heart happy. Cookouts, neighborhood gathering, shopping and playing tourist, we enjoyed our free time here in town. Road trips to Jack Daniels Distillery, Slick Pig at MTSU, exploring the Narrow of the Harpeth state park, horseback riding, the Nashville Zoo, and walking around hand in hand downtown we never missed a moment to steal a kiss or take a loving selfie.

On July 9th we took to the sky, flying from Nashville to Baltimore. After resolving a car booking mishap, we hit the road to Dillsburg, PA. Never heard of it? I wouldn't have either except my grandparents have lived there for just over 30 years. My brother, sister and I used to visit them for two weeks every summer and it is some of the best memories I have with them. As you can guess, I wanted Mandy to meet them and for them to meet her. We got to have dinner with them the first night and spend the whole next day with them, my cousin Tommy and Aunt Kathy. Between visiting Hershey Chocolate Factory (introducing Mandy to Hershey Kisses), playing cahds (according to Grandpa), visiting the iconic Baker's Diner and just talking about life, we enjoyed our visit fully. Would be so nice if I lived closer to them and could visit every weekend, but such is life. I guess that is why we were given the gift of carrying memories deep inside.

Leaving my grandparents was a bit sentimental, but we pushed on towards DC to visit my brother and his finance on their new farm. It was a beautiful drive down there from PA. White picket fences surrounding fields of green, some filled with horses, some with cattle and some so scenic you can't help buy stare and feel at ease. We arrived late and got to meet all of the animals my brother has collected: 3 horses, 2 donkeys, 2 goats, chickens, 5 dogs, and a couple ducks. Some frogs tried to introduce themselves to Mandy, but she refused and screamed at them. I have to say, I love the beautiful farm and surrounding country. It is certainly a different way of life.








The next day, July 11th, we headed in to DC. The ride is about an hour, but went by fast. Arriving in the city, we parked and met with our friend Beli to have lunch at Lafayette Park in front of the White House. From there we spent 5 hours walking the National Mall, visiting the Smithsonian, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and a few other government buildings. Best part was the man selling water for $1 and yelling what sounded like "ohwhatawonder." We went to dinner with my brother and his fiance that night to a nice German place called Bavarian Chef. First time eating German food and I must say it was pretty good.





Next stop, my parents house and Mandy claims she wasn't nervous. We had 5 full days in Massachusetts, but we were already worn out from the first half of the trip. We relaxed a lot, played with Rosie and Bella (my parent's two dogs), spent one day in Rockport and Boston, where she got to meet my best friend Raffi, went hiking with my parents, introduced Mandy to miniature golf, cooked my parents and Indian meal, hung out with Danielle and Stef, two of my other good friends from high school, and bought too much stuff at Wal-Mart for Mandy to take back to her family and friends. Good news! My parents like her a lot, said she is very sweet and kind. Can't ask for anything more than a parents acceptance.

From my parents we took a train into Penn Station in NYC. This was my first time in NYC since before 2001 and obviously Mandy's first. Considering neither of us are fans of big city life, we got to see just enough. Luckily Mandy's high school friend Sam was living in Hoboken, NJ and allowed us to crash in his studio apartment. I must say this was very kind of him and I was very happy to finally meet someone from Mizoram. Surprisingly, Hoboken is a very nice city with brick sidewalks, beautiful brownstones and a wonderful riverfront park. Not to mention, the amazing and infamous Journal Square is very close by and is considered by many as the Indian capital of NJ, complete with restaurants and grocery stores selling delicious Indian food.

Our first full day in New York, we slept late in typical us mode. Getting to the city around 11, our first stop was the 9/11 Memorial. This was at the top of my list to visit and as I predicted it was very difficult to stand in the same area where so many innocent Americans perished. I remember visiting NYC as a child and taking photos of the iconic twin towers rising above the skyline, so now seeing two flowing pools of water where their footprints once stood was intense. Reading the inscribed names of all those who were taken too soon left a sad mark on my heart. It is a touching memorial surrounded by tall trees colored in green and a new tower lifting the sky the place is a magnificent tribute.





Moving uptown we headed toward Times Square where we visited the historic H&M where mannequins hang from the ceiling and views of people dressed as cartoon characters below are unlimited. We bought nothing and headed to the center of the city in the Times Square where we ate a hot dog and over priced chicken stick. With the sun shining on us from above, we spent some time people watching and sweating. From there we headed off in the wrong direction to Rockefeller Center and 5th Ave and ended up at my company's office in NYC. Up on the 57th floor we took in views of the city, including Central Park, Hudson River, Empire State building and so many other buildings rising up from the concrete below.

After a few drink at Ear Inn in the East Village with my co-worker, we met back up with Sam and dined in Little Italy at Umberto's. While it was not the best Italian I have ever had, watching the host pull tourists in off the street in Italian sales style was more than entertaining. Such an adventure we had. Thankfully we were together or I may not have made it out alive.

The last day is always the hardest. We took planes in two different directions and I know at least one tear rolled down my cheek after we kissed goodbye in the terminal. Knowing how strong our love is, I am not worried, but I can't help but yearn to be in her arms for more then weeks at a time. I miss her so much already.

Good news from all this, in the next few months she will be moving to Ireland to do her PhD which is a much closer distance than India. With the luck of the Irish on our side, we will live a long and happy life together. Love you babe.

She departed the 19th of July.
     

Day 158 - Arrival

I came prepared with airport kisses,
Red roses and so many simple wishes.
I found you there standing outside,
Missing the moment of your first arrive.

We always look different on Skype,
But you still stand up to the hype.
So dashingly beautiful in your blue shoes,
Purple shirt, black pants, fittingly you.

With smiles worn on both our faces,
We head to the car, off to the races.
Now you're standing in the place I dream,
Where each and every night you reign supreme.

Our smiles are going nowhere fast,
This love is built on solid stone that lasts.
Happiness is entrenched deep in our souls,
And it keeps on turning diamonds from coal.

Shh, stop and hear my whispers in your ear,
Simple words of love, so sweet and sincere.
Knowing I make your little goosebumps rise,
Is the best in world, like winning the gold prize.

No missed connections can stop our hearts,
We are here together for another fresh start.
I'm ready to rock your world the next three weeks,
Leaving so many kisses on your sweet cheeks.

Day 157 - The Night

Silence fills all corners of the room,
Inside I hear the sound of a millions booms.
Like a firecracker's release,
There is no laying here in peace.
Pure happiness is running too deep,
Excitement keeping me from my sleep.

I wonder what she's doing right now,
Watching a movie, or staring at the clouds.
Is her seat neighbor treating her nice?
Did her dinner come with white rice?
I hope she is resting while up in the sky,
Cause all I'll want is to stare deep in her eyes.

If my dreams are ever to be seen,
They will be shaped like you, no in between.
I see us meeting again, seemingly brand new,
Mesmerized by your smile, so engrossed with you.
I move in for a tight hug and a soft loving kiss,
Reminding me just how much I have missed.

Day 156 - My Heart is Ready

My heart is ready,
To shower you in love.
It's been building inside,
A ball of red hot desire,
Ready to burst at the seams.
Once it is released,
There is no turning back,
No running away,
Only basking in the rays.
You will soak it all up,
With immense joy,
Excitement not to be contained.
Love will enter your soul,
Spin you around in circles,
Lift you up so high,
Leaving you in ecstasy.
As you soak it all in,
I know you will bottle my love,
Give a good shake and a kiss,
Then send it flying back to me.
This give an take,
Defines us so perfectly.
Never selfish, never wanting,
Only thinking of each other.

Day 155 - Arrival

Another day, another night,
Closer to you, closer to feeling right.

That big plane in the sky, it's heading here,
When you get off, look around my dear.

The smile you see, it won't be going away,
As long as I'm with you, it won't ever stray.

We have been given time, none will be wasted,
Our lips, will feel a renewal of what we have tasted.

You have saved me, this old broken soul,
Got me running on all cylinders, ready to go.

We have survived, distance can't ever break us,
Prepare for a life, immersed in happiness in trust.

Day 154 - Good Day

Good news came today. My baby is coming to visit me in the USA! Quite possibly the most exciting news of my life. By Friday this blog may have seen its final day...stay tuned


Prayers are answered,
She's coming here to stay,
Just for a short time,
But she will be all mine.

We will feel love everyday,
Oh, the power of touch,
She will drive me wild,
I will comfort her each night.

We are beyond happy,
In a world of day dreams,
At least one is now coming true,
Sunny days, just me and you.

My baby, my sweet babe.
I have missed you for a long time,
Soon it will all unfold,
With you tightly in my arms.

Day 153 - Smile

Right now it's upside down,
So think of a place,
One that drives you insane,
That you would give anything,
To be living in right now.

Maybe a sunny island,
Sippin' on a fruity drink.
A back country road,
Drivin' with the top down.
On Grandma's porch swing,
Swayin' with the fireflies.
In a warm bed on a cold day,
Dreamin' of waking up next to me.

Close those pretty brown eyes,
Let those thoughts carry you away,
Pretty pictures running in your mind,
Happiness will come alive inside,
Turning those pouty lips in to a smile.

Day 152 - Pray

I got on my knees last night,
Hoping He sheds some light.
Sometimes it's selfish prayers,
Most times it's for other I care.

Day 151 - Her to Me

Shy?
No not you.
Maybe a little.
Just enough to be cute.

Strong?
Yes, that's you.
Not physically of course.
In mind and soul.

Passionate?
Always on par.
Matching me every time.
Never not wanting to show.

Gracious?
No not really.
Maybe too strong a mind.
Defending her ground.

Agile?
Sometimes yes.
I say clumsily perfect.
For this bumbling boy.

Beautiful?
Naturally, of course.
Not too fancy.
Trending her own style.

Smart?
Like a whip they'd say.
Easy without even trying.
Able to pass on to others.

Perfect?
No not at all.
To most of the world.
To me, she's got all I need.

Day 150 - It's Just Natural

Your a Tennessee waterfall,
Sparkling at every angle,
Cooling me off in the heat,
Such a sight to be seen.

Your a fresh breath of country air,
Filling me with life,
Sweeping me off my feet,
Carrying me to places never seen.

Your a Himalayan mountain peak,
Keeping me up on a high,
Filled with scenic views,
Beauty that matches no other.

You a courageous lioness,
Supportive of your king,
Accepting of his love,
A never dying devotion.

Day 149 - Anywhere with You

Walking the city at night,
Lost in the rain.
Holding you tight,
On a morning train.

Sweating with you,
On a hike in the hills.
Taking in a scenic view,
With me taking pictures at will.

Sea sick on boat,
After a night filled with fun.
Searching for a warm winter coat,
Going back to buy, at store number one.

A scary hotel,
With linens older than me.
A water park with swimsuits to sell,
Losing your top for all to see.

An apartment in the city,
Exploring the loft in so many ways.
Riding tricycles, so itty-bitty,
Down dirt roads that seem like a maze.

I'll go anywhere with you,
To the left to the right, up or down.
Together we are stuck like glue,
Always, forever I hope you stay around.

Day 148 - I Say Yes

I say yes,
Put on your little yellow dress,
We're going out tonight,
Raising hell until morning light.

C'mon let's dance,
Steal my heart, here's your chance.
I'll pull you in close to me,
Kiss your lips, set me free.

Let's go for a ride,
Cruising town by my side.
We'll find a place to park,
A little loving up in the dark.

I'll spoil you,
Nothing this ole boy won't do.
Not looking for a one night stand,
I'm your one woman man.

Day 147

I'm stockpiling kisses,
For all those I've been missing.
Preparing warm cuddles at night,
To wrap around you so tight.
So many I love yous to say,
So much love, in so many ways.
Soon it will be just you and me,
Just being what we will be.

Day 146 - My Queen

I was hurt and alone,
No queen to share my throne.
It wasn't the life I planned,
Counting lovers on one hand.
I'd give them all of me,
In return, they'd set me free.
Finding my special one,
Was like trying to hold a ray of sun.

Now I'm living in a different day,
One girl showing me the way.
She's full of life and happiness,
Nothing about the past I miss.
I found her on the other side,
Knowing now she'll be my bride.
I'll take her hand through ups and downs,
My queen by my side, wearing her crown.

Day 145 - Without You

Without you,
I'm hopeless,
A person I don't want to be.
You've give me all I need,
Love and trust,
Faith and hope.
A good life,
Is waiting for us.
Together we are a key,
That opens a treasure,
Filled with happiness.

Day 144 - They Don't Understand

What we have,
Others just don't understand.
Love from a distance,
It's not in their game plan

They say it's like dating a ghost,
But what they don't know,
Is you give me more than most,
Warming my heart to the perfect degree.

Some fall in love with sexual taste,
Some 'cause it seems like the thing to do,
For us, we've fallen in love with a soul,
The one thing inside, making you, you.

Yes, we're missing the touch,
Which others come to expect,
But that time will come for us,
As our separation comes to and end.

We're coming up on a year,
With such a distance between,
I'm ready for us to conjoin,
And like a blooming rose, again we'll be seen.

Day 143 - Wanted

Wanted:

My girl,
To be in my arms,
All day,
All night long.
Never to stray,
Never to fight,
Living out a long life.
I'd give all that I have,
And a million more,
If you can ensure,
I feel her love again,
Body and mind,
All of the time.

Day 142 My Star

Hey my little shining star,
How'd you get to be so bright?
You really light up my nights,
Glowing in this darkened sky.

Hey my lucky shooting star,
You move by me so fast,
Like a a bullet from a gun,
You spin this man round and round.

You're my aurora borealis,
A colorful display of charged particles,
Jumping and jiving through the northern sky,
Wish I can reach out, pull you down by my side.

Day 141 - Love Songs

Love songs,
Always make me think of you.
They leave me wondering,
If someone is spying on us,
Tracking all our moves,
And writing down what they see.
Sweet words,
Soft kisses,
Warm Hugs,
Two bodies laying as one.
It's all there in the lyrics,
Mirroring our life,
Line by line,
Word for word.
They know I love you,
With all my heart,
That I will never stop,
No matter what.
They say love is a miracle,
And I couldn't agree more.

Day 140 - Alone

We need some time alone,
To reconnect and renew,
Create fresh memories,
Just me and you.

The world outside,
It's not going anywhere,
We can stay inside and dance,
Without any worries or cares.

I'll take your hand in mine,
Place it on my heart,
Let you feel the happy beats,
That stop when we're apart.

All day and all night,
We can dream dreams,
Indulge in fantasies,
Removing all spaces in between.

This to me is the perfect world,
My girl in my arms,
Filled with life and love,
Soaking up every bit of charm.

Day 139 - Rain

The rains coming down,
We've nothing to do,
Except sit here inside,
And let love shine on through.

Let your hair down,
Short, shorts and tank top,
I'll wear an old t-shirt,
And on the couch we will flop.

I'll lay behind,
You can have the front,
My arms will hold tight,
While my hands, they may hunt.

I may bite your ear,
And kiss you endlessly,
But I know you'll smile,
While loving me passionately.

We can lay there all day,
Listen to the rain,
I'm sure by the end,
We be naked, warm blood in all veins.

Day 138 - For Athena Orchard

I read this article today and was inspired by this young, innocent, soul taken too soon. Positivity in the face of agony and pain must take a lot of courage. I can't put myself in her shoes, or know what she went through, but I can follow her lead and remain positive throughout life's ups and downs.

I know this post is a bit of a break from the typical, but I know my baby has a heart that understand mine.

Read Athena Orchard's Story here.

I see my reflection,
In the morning, everyday,
I know I'm slowly dying,
But that's not what my mirror says

Inside there is a story,

Filled with life and love,
Happiness there to guide me,
With prayers sent above.
There may not be a happy ending,
As the pain in me unfolds,
But every day we have is special,
So I make the most and take control.

You know, life is only bad,
If you let it get that way,
We all have our chances,
So live a life of purpose everyday.

Life, it is a game,
With love it's special prize,
Once you win, open your heart,
Through all the lows and highs.

Now you know my name,
And the words that I write,
But the real me's here inside,
Writing the happy story of my life.

Day 137 - To Never Know Love

Sleepless nights,
Long flights,
I keep on running to you.

It's hard times,
Such a crime,
Being separated from you.

I'm out of breath,
Coming down the stretch,
But this is a fight I won't lose.

Each day we close,
So we can expose,
The dream of a future untold.

While distance hurts,
It could be worse,
To never know love at all.

Day 136 - Dry Your Eyes

I know you cry,
Late at night,
Missing me,
A tough fight to fight.

I'll do all that I can,
To dry your pretty eyes,
Eternally your man,
No more sad goodbyes.

We'll do all that lovers do,
Talk and touch and play,
Love will grow us two,
Each and every day.

Day 135 - The Show

I'm tuned in to a good show,
A love story with a sad twist,
Boy love girls,
Girl love boy,
But miles separate their hearts.

What will it take for them to be together?
How far will they have to journey?
Will they have the energy to continue each day?
Can the conquer each obstacle with just passion and faith?

So many unanswered questions,
Right from the start.
Love will not stand idle,
It may sit and wait,
But it pounces when it is right time.

I think this show can only get better,
Cliff hangers aside,
There will be laughable moment,
Tears of happiness and some sad,
But in the end the boy always gets the girl.

Day 134 - A Day

Not a day goes by,
Without me thinking of you.

Not an hour goes by,
That I don't hear your laugh,

Not a minute goes by,
Where I don't see your smile.

Not a second passes,
Without a wish of being with you.

Day 133 - The Way to Your Heart

How far is it to your heart?
Can I run,
Can I jump,
Is it just over the hillside?

Will you show me the way?
Lead me,
Guide me,
Let me inside when arrive?

How long can I stay?
For a minute,
For a year,
Or until the end of time?

Will you let me shower you in love?
Bring you happiness,
A life of joy,
Completing a life most can only dream?

Day 132 - How Long Will You Love me

How long will you love me?
Until the stars fall from the sky.

How long will I love you?
Until the salt dries up the sea.

Through every season,
I'll give you a reason,
To love only me,

In so many ways,
Through all of our days,
You're the only girl I'll see.

There will be no other,
And we'll rediscover,
Our love every day.

I may drive you crazy,
And you may be lazy,
But love forgives in every way.

Day 131 - Headed Your Way

I gotta go, gotta go,
Gotta go right now,
Can't stop, can't talk,
I just gotta go.

I left her waiting
Waiting around for me,
And here I am,
So far away you see.

Time is moving,
Just ever too slow,
But I'm ready already,
To get this show on the road.

Gonna climb on a jet,
Or hop on a train,
Ride anything,
To bring us together again.

Stop all the tears,
Lock lonely away,
I'm on a path,
And it's headed your way.

Day 130 - Covered in Skin

I need more than computer keys,
And dark tinted screens.
They just don't fill this void in me.
Lost calls, the power is out,
It leaves me with doubts,
That you were even listening to me.  

I want to be covered in skin,
Wrapped up in sin,
With you on the other side of the world.
I know it's a long way,
The truth is I can't stay,
For more than a week or two.

Someday we'll be in the same place,
Not running a race,
For which there seems to be no end.
I'll run all the red lights,
Until you're in my sight,
And catch you as you jump in to my arms.

I want to be covered in skin,
Wrapped up in sin,
With you on the other side of the world.
I know it's a long way,
The truth is I can't stay,
For more than a week or two.

This is the first and the last time,
You'll commit this crime,
Stealing my heart then leaving lonely behind
Once you and I are together,
I'll have to tie on a tether,
And never let you out of my sight again.

Day 129 - Happiness

Happiness isn't sitting on mounds of money,
Driving around in $100,000 cars,
Cruising up the coast in a million dollar yacht.
Owning an island? That's not for me.
Mansions you visit once a year,
There is no happiness to be found there.

Happiness is lending a helping hand,
To someone scraping by on the ground.
Mentoring a child to do their best,
No matter if their parents can't help themselves.
Offer a smile to someone having a bad day,
You might just be able to turn it all around.

Loving thy neighbor is happiness in it's purest form,
While my love for others is strong,
My love for you rages deep inside each day,
Presenting itself in moments of laughter,
Uncontrollable smiles thinking of memories we've made,
And a calm soul going forward into a future unknown.

Day 128 - You're the...

You're the rock to my roll,
The bread to my butter,
The curry to my chicken,
The soup to my bowl,
The ham to my cheese,
The leaf to my tree,
The river to my canyon,
The sun to my day,
The moon to my night,
The Rosie to my Sophie Grace,
The Orphan to my Black,
The Rayna to my Deacon,
The Penny to my Leonard,

You're everything I've ever dreamed and more.

Day 127 - I Want

I want to kiss you until we are both out of breath,
Then lay with you until our passion rises again.

I want to feel your warm body making me sweat,
And then pull you in closer until we become one.

I want to whisper softly in your ear the sweetest words,
Watching you smile and seeing those pretty eyes light up.

I want to hear you laugh uncontrollably as stupid jokes,
Letting me know that I can be me around you.

I want to create fun, loving and adventurous memories with you,
And listen to you tell them as stories to anyone who will listen.

I want to bask you in happiness and light a spark with you every night,
One that will only burn out when He comes to take us away.

Day 126

Today, I miss you,
More than yesterday,
Less than tomorrow.

Day 125 - Dreaming

My baby sleeps,
And dreams,
Of monsters and me,
Battling for her soul,
The only thing that will allow us to survive.

Wielding a giant sword,
I'm ready to strike,
Taking what I believe to be mine.
"Stand back monster," I say,
Or reap the pain of death.

As the fight rages,
She has her eye on me,
The handsome, town boy,
Showing no fear,
Hoping he wins and draws her near.

In the end,
Among the blood and sweat,
Lies the sole survivor.
The boy killed the beast,
Now just one heart beats on.

What a weird dream for a lady,
One as sophisticated as you.
I think meadows and flowers,
Are more to your liking,
But at least you do dream of me.

Day 124 - A Secret

Can you keep a secret?
I've fallen in love with a girl.
She's not just any girl,
She's the one that fills my soul,
With happiness.
My love for her grows,
Eternally.
She make me feel alive,
Challenging my mind,
Lifting my spirit up high.
Her beauty lies within,
Her skin hides it well,
But she is caring,
Supportive,
Intelligent,
and sweetly kind.
I can't get of enough,
Of all that she gives.
This endless love,
It will burn forever.

Day 123 - Breathless

Watching you quietly sleep,
Drool running down your cheek,
My face just full of smiles,
Leaving me breathless for awhile.

Being with you as a new day begins,
Sunlight caressing soft, cinnamon skin,
Big spoon and little spoon,
Laying together, breathless 'til noon.

Afternoons filled with laughter and fun,
Living every moment with my only one,
Sexy glances always heading my way,
Breathless, all through the day.

Sitting with you under moonlight,
Leaning in with eyes closed tight,
Sealing your lips with mine,
Leaves me breathless every time.

Two bodies warm, in lover's pose,
Body to body, nose to nose,
Sensual touches, sounds of delight,
Leaving me breathless throughout the night.

Day 122

Take me by the hand,
Tell me I'm your man.
Hold me close you and say,
Don't ever let me go, okay?
We'll create our own little world,
Just one boy and one girl.

Day 121

Working my life away,
Just wanna spend all day,
With you.

Don't need any money
Just you to call me honey,
Baby doll.

Your love is full of riches,
Fulfilling all my wishes,
Yes you do.

Time is ticking slow,
Baby don't you know,
I miss you.

Day 120 - The Seedling

A seed plants itself,
High on hill,
Overlooking fields of green,
Underneath skies of blue.

There it sits in the dirt,
Infusing with water,
Feeding on rays of sun,
Rooting a foundation to grow.

As it peaks through the ground,
It's eyes are opened,
So many other seedlings,
Seemingly familiar.

Something about this seedling,
It is stronger than the others,
Stands taller than the others,
With them staring on in envy

She continues to grow,
Becoming a beautiful flower,
Each petal drawing attention,
Impossible to be ignored.

Then one day,
A handsome man stops by,
His eyes enjoy a crowded field,
But he sets them on only one.

The seedling,
Grown into a beautiful flower, is you.
The gentle, loving man,
Who picked you over all, is me.

Day 119

I'm here for you my dear,
To brush your hair,
Dry your tears.
I'll show you care,
Always be sincere,
Calm all your fears.
Let me draw you near,
Nibble your ear,
And smack your rear.
I am ready for our world premier,
Know I'll be there throughout the years.

Day 118 - The Truth

The truth is,
I never knew what I wanted in love,
A body to hold, lips to kiss, seemed to fill a need.
Just going with the flow and never connecting too deep,
That got me through many a day and night.

The truth is,
When I first laid eyes on you I said, she is the prettiest in the room,
I bet she has a boyfriend and is just as shy as the others.
Then the good news came late one night, neither was really true,
You were competitive with a dry, flirtatious humor; a smart ass like me.

The truth is,
After that night, I set my sights on winning you over,
Not for love or a relationship, just lust and temptation.
I tried to act uninterested, but I know my eyes gave me away,
Always staring, in a way most would find creepy, but not you.

The truth is,
I was very unsure that night, a little nervous perhaps,
But we snuck outside, our lips met and you tasted like nicotine.  
Walking back to Double, I was eager and maybe it showed,
I was ready, but my heart sank when you closed the door.

The truth is,
I was let down, a little disappointed in my game,
I knew I had just one more night to score some points.
That night on the rooftop, I think everyone knew,
We kept disappearing, all over each other, all so new.

The truth is,
When we got back to your room, I was nervous again,
Alone with a pretty Asian girl; a dream of mine.
You held the all the cards, and experience too,
I was blown away in not one way, but two.

The truth is,
I left that next day proud and confident,
I was amazed at the power of my first one night stand.
Are they all that much fun and enjoyable?
Do they all lay and talk and connect after, as if it was nothing new?

The truth is,
I thought of you, of us, over the next few days,
Wondering why I couldn't get you out of my mind.
There was something about you, your smile that was real,
Something I couldn't place, but it couldn't be ignored.

The truth is,
Those next few weeks I was pulled in ever so tight,
Learning so many amazing things about a girl I first wanted just for her beauty.
Skype allowed us to bond emotionally, mentally and put us on the same page,
A page filled with music, laughs, stories, smiles; you understand all that I am.

The truth is,
When I said there were many different types of love, I lied,
You had hooked me in a short period of time, but I was too shy.
Falling in love on a computer, what would people say?
Now I know the "how" doesn't matter, just what feel inside.

The truth is,
You know all of this already,
I have been open and honest with you from the start.
That is who I am and who I will forever be,
I know you feel the same and will give you all to me.

The truth is,
Tears are rolling down my cheek as I write this you,
The memories are great, but my heart is missing a piece.
I miss you so much, but I won't let this distance be the death of me,
Time to harness the power of love and ride off in to the sunset together.