No words will ever be adequate, nor thoughts complete enough, to express what love is.

We like the words “I love you.”
They are magic to our ears
So why when the arguing is through
Do they bring an onslaught of tears?

The conflicts storm and rage
Bringing uncertainty and pain
And then we turn the page
With “I love you.” It’s insane.

Those three words hold power
To ease our heart and pain
When life becomes sour
The thoughts of love remain

But words, just words
Does not the magic hold
It’s the thoughts and feelings
That the words unfold

If we don’t back them up
“I love you” is just a sound
Not to be prized and cherished
When they’re tossed around.

The magic of true love
Holds the power of the ages
And the mystery of it all
Bewilders even sages.

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  • IcyCucky on Jul 25, 2008

    Judy,
    This is so true, and a great poem!

  • valli on Jul 25, 2008

    Great and lovely poem.

  • Judy Sheldon on Jul 25, 2008

    Icy and Valli, your support warms my heart. Thank you so much.

    Take care.

  • CHAN LEE PENG on Jul 26, 2008

    Thanks and take care!Power of love lol!!!!

  • nobert soloria bermosa on Jul 26, 2008

    perfectly said Judy,that’s such a wonderful poem…

  • StrawberryBlunt on Jul 26, 2008

    Im getting bitter these poems are all so good…

  • Judy Sheldon on Jul 26, 2008

    Chan, Nobert, and Strawberry, thank you so much for your kind words.

    Strawberry, don’t be bitter. They come from my heart, and I have been writing for what seems like a life time. lol I am going to do a search and see if you have any, because I am sure yours are just as good. I apologize for not reading more, as family and work keeps me pretty occupied.

    Take care & thanks again.

  • Ruby Hawk on Jul 26, 2008

    Tis very good. Its tells the whole story.

  • Judy Sheldon on Jul 27, 2008

    Thanks Ruby.

  • Anne Lyken-Garner on Jul 28, 2008

    Simple and unique. Wise words Judy.

  • Judy Sheldon on Jul 28, 2008

    Anne, thank you for your support.

    Take care and God bless.

  • lynn high on Aug 16, 2008

    excellent poem

  • Judy Sheldon on Aug 17, 2008

    Lynn, thank you for your support.

    Take care and God bless.

  • Koester Moeller on Dec 23, 2008

    One feels it flows from the heart, no question. Thanks Judy

  • hfj on Mar 6, 2009

    Great poem. Powerful and true words. Well done.

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