This morning’s view didn’t whisper love,
There weren’t romantic signals, in colorful hues,
Left there to guide me,
While pushing through routine.
It was my mind’s song from yesterdays past,
Yes, one by Otis Redding.
Honestly, the song surprised me,
Reminded my broken heart of you,
Yet, encouraged my beliefs regarding true love,
And left me yearning in quiet blue.
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Otis will do that to you 🙂
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Every single time, Michael. Hi 🙂
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**And left me yearning in quiet blue.**
lovely image!!
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Thank for reading, from one chick to another.
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When we don’t see what we wish at a particular moment or don’ feel
what we feel we should then we often return to earlier moments in our
memory to comfort us..this is such a natural work,
Audrey, and rings so true to me.
Big Hugs
jf
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Your wisdom on matters of the heart are always welcome, jf. You seem to notice my authenticity with no trouble. Love that about you. xx
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Wonderful poem. I adore the music of Otis Redding, your mention of him in this poem is very special. Go get the Prof!
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Thanks, Holly. I believe mentioning Otis was important, at the very least, but what do I know. Duke is an elusive beast, you know.
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haha! Yes, I know, what’s with that? lol.
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How else do you keep a redhead interested. ..he’s so smart!
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yeah. he’s a hoot. 🙂
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Yeah 🙂
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He’s fun
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April storm clouds… I love how you use colors like that. “Yearning in quiet blue”. *thinks about quiet blue things…*
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I like stormy days, Luke. Colors are so beautiful and I do think they carry certain qualities with them, you know. You’re so kind, thanks. *shows you delicate blue flowers hiding in the shade* xx
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From grey to blue to Red….ding : Seriouly it is a beautiful verse and I get you ! xxx ❤
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Thank you. You are good at seeing me, my dear Willow. You pay close attention. Love you. xxx
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🙂
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♡
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Otis! I know the name…
Well, it’s good, I’d say–overall. Love ruins the soul, you know.
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You know the name Otis or the name of the song?…
Yeah, well, thank you, I guess. Love does not ruin the soul! I’m going to beat you up, I think. Come here!
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Otis! The name. Is he one of the Temptations? Probably not.
*runs a bit* I think it does, dadblameit!
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No, he isn’t part of the Temptations, Duke.
*pulls you by the ear after catching you so easily* Apologize, Sir.
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Crap. I could’ve sworn one of the Temptations was named Otis…
Ouch! I’m…sorry the sudden!
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Maybe there was one. A son?
*laughs*
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Yes, very possible. Oh dear.
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Oh dear what, Sir?
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Well…I was wrong!
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Oh. Guess what? On my way in to work this morning they had a contest perfect for you. The caller had to identify a Yes song played backwards in order to win Yes concert tickets. I knew the song but couldn’t remember the name…I needed you! It was Roundabout! Man! I would have taken you to the concert as my date if I’d won, even if the band is just okay…
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WHAT?! Okay?!!!! They’re the best classic rock band ever! I love Roundabout. Steve Howe forever! Okay, got that out of the way. Would’ve loved to go to the concert with you!
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See, I knew you’d love reading this today. The best?! Umm…Duke? Not the best, but they’re good enough. Haha. Steve Howe is good at what he does. For sure. Yeah, me too. Might have made me like them more if we were together for the concert.
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*mouth drops* Maybe Jethro Tull could battle them…but other than that…the textures Steve creates…he’s unlike any other rock guitarist! Oh sure! We’d love Yours is No Disgrace and Starship Trooper.
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*closes his mouth* You’d know better than I, Duke. Jethro Tull? For cryin’ out loud. Why don’t you just add in Rush while you’re at it. We would, huh? I’ll see about that… *pulls up YouTube*
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Rush is okay…they do make a lot of noise for a three piece band. Who do you think is tops?
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Tops? For that era? I don’t know… Lep Zeppelin? You know, Eric Clapton is my favorite from those days.
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*laughs* I did not know that.
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Ahh. I told you once.
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Was the song “Try a Little Tenderness” the one you were thinking of?? Interesting, the connection between music and memories, huh? Very well done, Audrey, but it looks like a storm’s on the way. Better batten down the hatches!!
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Nope. 🙂 That’s a good one, however, Debbie. Music always connects me to my memories. Always has and always will, probably so for many of us. Thank you, my friend. It’s been raining on and off for days now and shall continue, it seems. I don’t mind the rain. I could use a night walk in the rain now that I think on it.
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Wonderful..
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Hi, Jay. Thank you..for the comment and for following me.
Your poetry is wonderful, as well. I’m sorry I’ve been a silent reader of sorts since following you a few days ago. I’ll be better at giving you some feedback, I promise. I wanted a read a little more of your past work before doing so, but time hasn’t been on my side lately.
Enjoy your evening,
Audrey
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Thank you much for following. Take your time. I expect to be around for a whittle bit longer 🙂
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You’re welcome, of course. How long is a whittle… 😉
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I was just sitting here thinking about longing, and the your post popped up! Longing is after all the memory of Love, so we should be grateful for it I think. I love your poem! ❤
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I love the way you reminded me, Trini. You’re correct. It is the memory of love. How beautiful it can be. Thank you…I needed reminding. Thank you! ♡
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❤ ❤ ❤ !!!!
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