if I could but dance
I’d lead you through waltzes round rays of the sun
and speed you through polkas, mazurkas on end
if I could but jump
I’d pluck the bright stars to adorn your fair hair
and tuck the moon tenderly into your lap
if I could but run
I’d race the fleet winds across mountains and glens
and chase down each songbird for your serenade
if I could but walk
I’d stroll with your hand in mine up country lanes
cajole the world’s blossoms to sweeten our way
if I could but stand
I’d fold you in close like I did when we met
and hold tight forever your heart against mine
(originally posted April 2013)
Lovely! Thank you.
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You’re welcome, Sirena. Thanks for reading and commenting.
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Oh my goodness–tender, moving; a passion that refuses to die, despite time’s disabilities.
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I appreciate that, Jael.
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This one truly moved me.
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It means a lot to know that.
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Tears, tears and more tears. I think this is your most beautiful poem yet! Such a tender love poem! Really touched my heart so deeply. With your permission, will reblog. To know such love is a blessing to all.
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Oh, Ellen. Your comments touch me. I am indeed blessed. By all means feel free to reblog.
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Awesome Paul. This one will be a favorite.
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Thanks a lot, Maine.
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Reblogged this on MOONSIDE and commented:
One of the most beautiful love poems I have ever read!
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Oh that is so beautiful. It makes my heart melt.
Yisraela
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I appreciate your lovely reaction.
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It moved me like a gentle flowing river.
Yisraela
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Yes indeed, Paul, that’s love
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It is, indeed.
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I like the repetition of”if I could but” – a bit Yeatsian.
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Wow. That’s a compliment I won’t forget.
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Hi Paul. Lovely poem. Thank you for liking my poem ‘ Basement Flat’. Best Wishes, The Foureyed Poet.
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thanks Malcolm and you’re quite welcome
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The love dances, jumps, runs, walks, and stands throughout your poem…indeed! Lovely!
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it’s a special one for sure
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Very touching Paul. I think we all want to find a love like that.
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I was and am incredibly fortunate
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Reblogged this on Poesy plus Polemics.
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Beautiful Verse 🙂 Have a Blessed Day!
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thank you, Morgan
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True sentiment in verse minus the goo. Touching.
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thank you kindly
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This is sweetness that brought a tear to my eye and put a lump in my throat. Extraordinary, Paul. I hope you don’t mind my reblogging it on my blog. I will give due credit, of course.
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I pleased to know it touched you
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Reblogged this on Brainstorms: How Epilepsy and Writing Connect and commented:
I couldn’t help but to reblog this poem by Paul F. Lenzi that is full of sweetness and tender love.
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thank you for sharing my poem with your readers
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Paul, you are a blessing to me.
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you leave me speechless, Ernie
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This is absolutely lovely.
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thank you most kindly, Cheryl
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You left me speechless. I’m at a loss of words to describe what I’m feeling now. Loved every line. Thank you for sharing..
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I’m so glad you liked this – it’s one of my favorites
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Straight from the heart 🙂
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Reblogged this on Think the Infinite and commented:
This poem truly moved me. Lovers, parent and child…. Isn’t this what you’d do for the one you love? Wish for no limits so you could give everything beautiful to give their heart delight? Thank you to Paul Lenzi for this post. (poesypluspolemics.com)
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thank you for sharing my poem with your readers – and for your lovely compliment
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This is so lovely.
Thank you for sharing this again.
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appreciate your thoughtful comment
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I truly appreciate all of your beautiful writing. You are a WP highlight that has enriched my life. Thank you.
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Truly beautiful, Paul
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many thanks, syl
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You’re welcome, Paul
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Captures the soul of love!
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I appreciate that
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Still as moving and tragic as the first time I read this! The mark of excellence!!
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thanks dearly, ellen
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Oh wow! This is such a beautiful poem! Almost lyrical, It touched my heart and ran through my blood!
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I thank you from the bottom of my heart
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The picture is the perfect introduction to the ageless love your poem expresses. ❤
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it’s how my mind’s eye sees us
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I could read this one everyday….
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*smile*
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Very lovely piece indeed..love the rhythm and the romance ❤
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many thanks
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Oh, Paul, this says it all.
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we have been blessed with the gift of love for more than 50 years – and I never cease to be grateful
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Reblogged this on scottishmomus and commented:
If we could all love thus…
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thank you again
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Very beautifully written Paul…hearts through a dance of life.
Thank you for sharing 😀
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I appreciate your kind words, mark
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Lovely words.
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thanks kindly
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Wow! This is such a beautiful depiction of ageless love!
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thank you most sincerely
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So deeply loving it brings tears to my eyes and an ache to my heart.
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I’m touched by your reaction
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This is an absolutely gorgeous piece, and I love it!
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Did I mention that I love this poem? Wow! What a lucky subject they were to receive such a work from you. You are extremely talented and have inspired me. I hope to one day write something for my wife that’s this beautiful.
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your generous and thoughtful comments are deeply appreciated
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thank you most kindly
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Incredible
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thanks kindly
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I love this, Mr Lenzi. I’m sure I’ve read it before, maybe it is one that you posted on facehobby. Some lovely lines, truly beautiful sentiment.
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thanks kindly
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It’s full of lively and lovable love. The poem
dances as you dance and to nuance close to
your heart.
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thanks kindly
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