Knowing you’ve returned
Calms my wandering soul
And leaves me breathless
Dawn’s brightest moments
Captured by your eager eyes
Leaves me pink shades of shy
Ignition of color, brings on bold
Orange, lends a craving splendor
Alive with dawn’s first glowing touch
Instead of reflecting
Over where we’ve been
Lead me there, willingly
Again and again
Suspended naively and just below,
The strength of your regnant power.
Reminds, you are in complete control,
Of each moment and of our tomorrow.
Falling into you
Softest of billowing
Like a fantasy come true
Golden paths found leading
Whether or not I’m agreeing
Will guide me straight to you
Clouds looming
Outlook fleeting
Wind dismissing
Wearing a sunken track
Through the center of me
Created by you, will destroy
Wishing you were here tonight
Riding on ferocious clouds of fire
Won’t change anything about today
It only ignites my uncontrollable desire
Crowded flower appliques
A composition of lacing
Disguises lilac fronds
Pillowing shyly together
They’re found giggling
Fragile muses, for many
A frilly mound of petals
Subdued hues, whispering
Come hither, Darling
Dusk infatuations, quietly prove to me
Your glow, I search for every evening
In various forms your bounty becomes
Simply, twilight afluence beckoning
Your dauntlessness envelopes me
I mature, falling into lustful cravings
Outside’s hot lava skyline
This fierce goodnight upon us
Lucent ignition over all of genesis
Beseeching your gallant return to me
Arriving as dawn’s good morning glory
Beauty of the garden
Soft, smooth and velvety
Perfect shade to please
In season and willing
For you to take a peek
Approach her gently
Don’t confuse her
With your favorites
She’s no lady in waiting
She’s completely aware
Of what she offers
Not your normal flavor
Command her attention
Ease into her with caution
She shines iridescent inside
Wake up, Captain,
Time to see what this,
Ol’ vessel will do.
Take me away,
The sea is calling,
Insisting on a quest.
Pleading, may I go with you?
Our boat’s broken,
I don’t mind.
We’ll fix her quirks,
She’ll shine bright,
Reflecting diamonds in my eyes.
Toss the map overboard,
A destination shows weakness,
We’ll go where the wind pleases.
Somewhere beyond,
These familiar shores,
Time relinquishes its hold.
Allowing us to release control.
Enjoy a voyager’s life,
Void of pressures or fears.
I’ve waited for you long enough,
Captain O’Captain,
Call me your First Mate,
Or if I’m in luck, your Lady.
I’ve proven I’m ready,
I believe in a better life,
This is destiny waiting.
Now fire this Beauty up!
Listen to her cough,
Smoke doesn’t bother me,
No, not at all.
This anxious smile,
All because of you.
Wave good-bye,
Tell them we’ve had fun.
Our adventurous dreams,
Have us fleeing,
Like lovers on the run.
Finding peace,
Beyond what is normal,
Past what makes sense,
Into a life of craziness.
This is our boat,
Her name:
Out Of Control
Or your favorite:
Will This Thing Sink
I giggle and reply,
For you I’d do anything.
Wrap me tight
I need to feel you
Whisper that I’m okay
To be lost this way
I know you’ve been here
This same place
Maybe different thoughts
Yet, always same place
Confused
Lost
Full of pressure
Yet, not alone
But all alone
You know?
Smiles on the outside
Tears allowed
Only for me
I could be
A different breed
Women need
Women seek
Advice, daily
Not me
I couldn’t possibly
Show weakness?
Not in front of you
Thank you
For rising
Through
Even when you
Can’t find a way
To see past
Your dark days
Furthermore
Thank you
For believing me
When I say
I need you
I trust you
I feel you
Without a doubt
Allow me to
Illuminate your soul
I love you
Kindred spirit
If truth be told
There was a teardrop this morning
On my screen and atop a pink rose
One you’d left for me
Some time ago
I watched
Pink rose magnified the beauty
Every ounce you hold
Hoping maybe just maybe
It was you there for me
But I heard nothing but silence
No music
No beat
Deafening
Yet it made me smile
Our silence was the best
Understanding each other’s needs
Consuming
Like greed
My finger like a feather
Went to the teardrop
Approached quietly
In hopes it wouldn’t dry
I can bring it life
Tis my favorite
Let me try
Allow me the walk I crave
Inside your mind
Each and every day
Born of a lovely sunrise
Let me be near
The comfort I desire
The sigh I wait
All day to hear
Inside an aching sunset
Let me be near
Thinking of you easily
I’m trying to please
Working towards all you need
Keeps me dreaming
Let me be near
Where are you
Do our skies look similar
Clouds like pillows
Virgin white, soft and welcoming
Sliding across the sky
Going places I wish I could go
With you
Dark room
Just me and you
No conversation
Silence
A void
No strength
To fill
Find me
Darkness breathes
Heart beating
Senses alive
I feel your heat
Smell the musk
Waiting
Seems like forever
Way past dusk
Nerves shattered
A million ways
Your hand placed
Upon my waist
Pulling
Leaning into you
Sighing
Heartbeat strong
Found me
Cold
Alone
Unrecognizable
I’m sorry
My day defeating
Weakness shown
Afternoon spent
Redefining goals
Come here, Audrey
Your voice soothing
Bring on the calm
Arms reaching
Steadying
Working hands
Welcoming
Eyes close
Submitting
Thankful for this release
Take me where you need to be
Willing
Sat in on my first poetry reading today.
Since college, that is.
Of course, I sat in the back.
Watching.
Learning.
Scared to death for all Poets.
Only fifteen of them.
The African American was phenomenal.
His deep voice calling me in.
As if saying, Audrey, join them.
Open mic, yes, it was time.
Nerves shot, don’t call for mine.
No one forced.
Each one took a turn.
Audrey clapped.
Audrey laughed.
Audrey shed her tears.
Silently.
Show them who you are, darling.
I whispered to myself.
My voice already shaking.
Lack of confidence, maybe.
But I’ll do anything in full view.
Play a part.
Smile my smile.
Sing a song.
Laugh til it drives you wild.
Share myself?
My poetry?
My soul?
Who I am?
Exactly.
I just couldn’t.
I didn’t.
Leaving again.
Unworthy.
Damn it!
Good Morning
Sunshine
Stretch your arms
Legs, too
Let me see your eyes
Beautiful
Sand Man came
Lucky you
Be amazing today
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 