Poetry list
encounter
love’s meaning is
eternal and set
within a myriad of
encounters and
focussed in fidelity
and one the transience
of each moment
becomes a blessing
for purpose is given
yet never fixed our
flesh is not substantial
nor outliving nor
outlasting it is
outstanding for
the miracle of life
is a dizzying force
building you and
me a countless
family and a world
so fragile so strong
the paradox is built
into the very earth
from which we come
and our gaze outwards
places our hearts and
loves in a home we
never build alone
together we encounter
and in that meeting
we are lost and remade
through the passing
hours and where no
clocks can exist
here in my heart
and yours lies the
gift of eternity
awakened and realised
by a simple touch
and the loving yes
that propels us
into the ever
never
© Neil Thompson 2023